1526 Potomac Avenue SE B Washington, DC 20003
Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT IDX / Listed By: Redfin Corp

  1526 Potomac Avenue SE B Washington, DC 20003

Active (0 Days)
$1,200,000 (USD)
4
BED
4
BATH
1,656
SQFT

Description

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!

MLS #:
DCDC2283210
Taxes
$8,375(2026)
Lot Size
3,054 SQFT
Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1922
Style
Federal
School District
District of Columbia Public Schools

Listed By

Chelsea Lanise Traylor, Redfin Corp
Source
BRIGHT IDX
Last checked Sep 19 2026 at 9:08 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Washer
  • Refrigerator
  • Icemaker
  • Stove
Subdivision
  • Capitol Hill East
Property Features
  • Above Grade
  • Fireplace: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplace: Screen
  • Fireplace: Insert
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation: Other
Heating and Cooling
  • Forced Air
  • Central A/C
Basement Information
  • Fully Finished
Exterior Features
  • Brick
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
Stories
  • 3
Living Area
  • 1,656 sqft
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