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$1,200,000
1 Day On Site

1526 POTOMAC AVENUE SE B
WASHINGTON, DC 20003

For Sale|Townhouse|Active
4
Beds
4
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
1,656
SqFt
$725
/SqFt
1922
Built
Subdivision:
CAPITOL HILL EAST
County:
WASHINGTON
Listing courtesy of Redfin Corp
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RARE CAPITOL HILL EAST OPPORTUNITY — TWO UNITS with COO + GARAGE + INCOME POTENTIAL! This exceptional end-unit property offers the flexibility of a spacious 3-bedroom upper residence plus a separate 1-bedroom lower-level apartment with a Certificate of Occupancy, creating an exciting opportunity for rental income, multigenerational living, guests, or a private home office. Add a rare 1 car garage plus driveway parking for 2 additional cars, fenced front, side and rear yards, and a private deck, and you have a combination that's truly hard to find in DC.The upper residence features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a half bath. It includes hardwood floors, a fireplace and wet bar in the living area, an adjoining dining room, abundant windows, generous storage, and a spacious kitchen with direct access to the deck—perfect for entertaining or dining al fresco. The lower-level unit offers a separate entranced 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with kitchen and living area. Each unit has its own washer and dryer, hvac unit, and water heaters and electric is separately metered. The garage provides valuable off-street parking and/or storage, while the fenced front, side and rear yards offer additional outdoor space and privacy.Recent improvements include: roof repair and silicone coating (4/2/2026); rear porch flashing repair (7/6/2022); upper-unit water heater (2021); upper-unit stack washer and dryer (2/2024); lower-level washer (2025); upstairs indoor HVAC unit and thermostat (3/2024); new evaporator coil and condensing unit for the upper unit (8/28/2025); lower-level indoor HVAC unit and thermostat (1/12/2024); and lower-level outdoor HVAC unit (5/5/2021).Live in the upper residence and let the lower level work for you—or enjoy the freedom of having two separate spaces under one roof. Whether you're looking to offset your mortgage with rental income, accommodate extended family, or simply enjoy the flexibility of two separate living spaces, this property delivers exceptional versatility.Located in Capitol Hill East, one of DC's most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods, you'll be close to Eastern Market, Barracks Row, Capitol Hill, Navy Yard, Nationals Park, the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, parks, restaurants, cafés, and neighborhood shops. Two blocks to Potomac Ave Metro, major commuter routes, and the many dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions throughout the Capitol Hill and Navy Yard communities. With the Washington Commanders coming home to DC, you can look forward to at home tailgating and a short walk to the games!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,200,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,656 sqft
Total Baths 
4
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.07 Acres
Year Built 
1922
MLS® Number 
DCDC2283210
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$8,375
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
yesterdayListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.07
Attached Garage 
Yes
Foundation 
Concrete PerimeterOther
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
1
Levels 
Three Or More
Parking 
GarageAttached
Parking Spaces 
1
Pets 
Yes
Property Sub Type 
Townhouse
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
1656
SqFt Total 
1656
Style 
Federal
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
SEE ZONING MAP
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopMicrowaveRefrigeratorIce MakerDishwasherDisposalWasherDryer
Basement 
Finished
Cooling 
Central AirGas
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Insert
Fireplaces 
1
Heating 
Fireplace InsertNatural GasForced Air
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Pool Features 
None
Community Features
School District 
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Schools
School District
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
Listing courtesy of Redfin Corp



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