#DCDC2197658, Ellerson Spurlock IV, Listing office: RE/MAX Realty Services
701 Kentucky Ave SE Washington, DC 20003
Property details
About 701 Kentucky Ave SE
Corner Lot Charmer with Yard, Light, and Location! 4BR | 3.5BA | Finished Basement | Garage + 2 Off-Street Parking Spots | 1 Block to Metro Welcome to this light-filled, end-unit rowhome that perfectly blends city convenience with room to grow. Set on a wider-than-usual lot just one block from the Potomac Ave Metro, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers the rare combination of space, sunlight, and private outdoor living right in the heart of DC. Tucked on a corner lot, the home boasts a large, fenced-in yard — ideal for kids, pets, gardening, and hosting unforgettable gatherings. Enjoy perennial plantings including rhubarb, herbs, plums, sour cherries, and a lilac bush that has become a neighborhood favorite when in bloom. Inside, the thoughtful layout features three spacious bedrooms upstairs, including a primary suite with its own full bath. A finished basement offers flexible living with a guest room, full bath, and a cozy home office setup — or the perfect retreat for movie nights and playtime. The sunny main level features a gas fireplace for winter evenings, an open living/dining area, and a convenient half bath. Energy-efficient solar panels help keep utility costs low, and with a one-car garage plus two additional off-street parking spaces, you’ll never worry about finding a spot. Enjoy unbeatable access to transportation, groceries, and dining — The Roost food hall is practically at your doorstep, along with bike trails, parks, and countless neighborhood favorites. This home offers the best of both worlds: vibrant city living with the breathing room and functionality of a true family home. Come see what makes this one stand out from the block!
Highlights
(COMING SOON)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: Off Street
- Architectural Style: Federal
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,075,000
- Price/SqFt: $424
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,296
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: CORNER KENTUCKY & POTOMAC AVE SE
- Year Built: 1916
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,530 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
- MLS Number: DCDC2205748
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Keller Williams Capital Properties
- Office Phone: (202) 243-7700
- Listing Agent: Tom J Kavanagh
- Agent Phone: (703) 966-8466
- Agent Email: tom@fulcrumpg.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 06, 2008 | Home Sold | $668,000 |
Aug 09, 2005 | Home Sold | $608,777 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $939,670 | $7,296 |
2022 | $875,120 | $6,769 |
2021 | $854,350 | $6,612 |
2020 | $817,840 | $6,308 |
2019 | $786,740 | $6,051 |
2018 | $771,600 | $5,935 |
2017 | $753,580 | $5,789 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Payne Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.3 mi
•1445 C St SE
7
Watkins/Peabody Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.4 mi
•420 12th St SE
6
Tyler Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.5 mi
•1001 G St SE
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $101,425. The most common annual income of people living in Washington, DC is between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 701 Kentucky Ave SE
The listing price of 701 Kentucky Ave SE property is $1,075,000.
The property 701 Kentucky Ave SE is a townhouse located in Washington, undefined, 20003.
Coming Soon: 701 Kentucky Ave SE is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 701 Kentucky Ave SE are: Payne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Watkins/Peabody Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Tyler Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Friendship Public Charter School - Chamberlain Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Digital Pioneers Academy Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Center City Public Charter School - Capitol Hill (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Eastern High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Anacostia High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kingsman Academy Public Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,296 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 6, 2008 for $668,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 701 Kentucky Ave SE has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 701 Kentucky Ave SE is 2,530 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 701 Kentucky Ave SE is 1916.
This home is located at 701 Kentucky Ave SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20003 in the Barney Circle / Hill East neighborhood. This 2,530 square foot home, which was built in 1916, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,075,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Washington, DC between April and May 2025 increased by 52.7%. In May 2025 median list price was $634,869 and the average listing age was 78 days.