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Property Description
Discover timeless charm and modern comfort in this picturesque Capitol Hill residence, nestled on a serene tree-lined street. Built in 1908, this elegant 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offers over 2,630 square feet of beautifully finished living space across three levels. >> From the inviting front garden to the expansive backyard, this home is ideal for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying city living. Step through original French doors into a light-filled vestibule where 10-foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, and custom trim work evoke the home's historic roots. >> The open-concept main level features a spacious living room with a striking bay window and a formal dining area adorned with a crystal chandelier and vintage tin wallpaper. The well-appointed kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a generous breakfast bar for four, and direct access to the private backyard. A convenient powder room and a washer/dryer complete this level. >> Upstairs, the sun-drenched Primary Suite offers a peaceful retreat with a bay window and a luxurious ensuite bath. Two additional bedrooms-one with its own private deck-share a stylish full bathroom. >> The versatile lower level, with private entrances, provides a flexible layout ideal for a den, in-law suite, or potential rental unit. This space includes a kitchenette, a third full bath, and a utility room with ample storage and a second laundry. >> Recent updates include HVAC/split system, cooktop, and dishwasher (2024). >> Ideally located just blocks from the Capitol, Metro, Eastern Market, Union Station, Stanton Park, neighborhood shops and dining, and in-bounds for Brent Elementary-this exceptional home combines the best of historic elegance and modern living in an unbeatable location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 116 5th St SE
General
- Sold For: $1,600,000
- Taxes: $11,699 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2194592
- Added to Site: 260 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Wood Floors, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Wet/Dry Bar, Wainscotting, Bar, Dining Area, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Galley, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Kitchenette, Breakfast Area
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Built-In Microwave, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Refrigerator, Washer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater, Cooktop - Down Draft, Oven - Wall, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom - B, Upper 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed, Lighting - Pendants, Window Treatments, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Balcony Access, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed, Window Treatments, Upper 1
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 3 - Built-Ins, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Upper 1
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom 4 - Built-Ins, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Tile, Lighting - Recessed, Window Treatments, Wet Bar, Lower 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed, Window Treatments, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Countertop(s) - Granite, Double Sink, Window Treatments, Wet Bar, Flooring - HardWood, Lighting - Recessed, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
- Breakfast Room: Breakfast Room - Flooring - HardWood, Breakfast Bar, Window Treatments, Main
- Laundry: Basement, Main Floor, Main
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: Washington
- Development Name: Capitol Hill
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
- Driving Directions: From the Capitol, head east on Independence Ave SE for 4 blocks, then left on 5th St SE—the home will be on your right.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: Brent
- Middle School: Jefferson Middle School Academy
- High School: Eastern
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Victorian
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Outside Entrance
- Foundation: Permanent
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Paneled Walls
- Windows: Transom, Double Hung, Skylights, Bay/Bow
- Doors: Double Entry, French
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,631
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,631 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1908
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,576
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RF-3
- Fencing (Description): Wrought Iron, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $915.45
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $11,699
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,509,080
- Tax Amount: $11,699
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2631
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 25
Listed by TTR Sotheby's International Realty, Sheri Grant
Sold by Compass, Olivia Colligan
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Schools
Schools serving 116 5th St SE
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brent Elementary School 301 North Carolina Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20003 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Jefferson Middle School Academy 801 7th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Eastern High School 1700 East Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 116 5th St SE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/20/2025
Sold
$1,600,000
-2.14%
MLS
5/01/2025
Listed
$1,635,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
116 5th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 (MLS# DCDC2194592) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $1,600,000 on June 20, 2025. Want to learn more about 116 5th Street SE? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

