Seller's Agent in 2025
Joel Nelson
Keller Williams Capital Properties
(240) 855-4036
80 in this area
334 Total Sales
1438 Independence Ave SE Washington, DC 20003
Hill East NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $598,000 - $750,412
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,888
Sq Ft
$353/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City View
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Federal Architecture
- No HOA
- 5-minute walk to Pocket Park and Playground
About This Home
As of October 2025GET A BARGAIN FOR THE BEST FUNDAMENTALS: Lincoln Park location, solid structure, big bones and beautiful original architectural elements. Bask in the South-facing sunshine at 1438 Independence Avenue, this SPACIOUS 2,000+ square-foot Capitol Hill porch-front offers solid structure with incredible potential to make it your own. Large upper levels, tall ceilings, original door case molding, and refinished historic hardwood floors. On the main level, an original floor plan offers a sunlit front parlor, large formal dining, black-and-white bathroom, and bright rear kitchen. On the upper level, three LARGE bedrooms with entry transoms continue the classic textures. Downstairs, the expansive lower level with rear walk-out door provides considerable room to grow; design a play zone, home office, media lounge, or guest suite. Bring your vision and budget for the details and make this Hill home shine! Call us for a private tour today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(202) 243-7700 joel@joelnelsongroup.com Keller Williams Capital Properties License #0225080234 Listed on: 07/09/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
(844) 552-7444 datacorrect@brightmls.com Non Subscribing Office License #0225194075
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,053
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 1,021 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Chain Link Fence
- Property is in good condition
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Plaster Walls
- Asphalt Roof
- Rubber Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Paneling
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Wood Flooring
- City Views
- Stove
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Rear Basement Entry
Schools
- Payne Elementary School
- Eliot-Hine Middle School
- Eastern High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Underground Utilities
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Additional Features
- Grab Bars
- Porch
- Urban Location
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 79
- Assessor Parcel Number 1059//0079
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by Wilson, H.
- Capitol Hill Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 9, 2025
Closed on
Oct 30, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joel Nelson
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$605,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$94,000
-13.45%
Views
221
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,790
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.66%
Original Mortgage
$624,965
Interest Rate
0.063%
Mortgage Type
VA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $605,000 | Universal Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $624,965 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 10/30/25 | Sold | $605,000 | -6.9% | $320 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2025 10/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/25/2025 09/25/25 | Price Changed | $650,000 | -3.7% | $344 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Price Changed | $675,000 | -3.4% | $358 / Sq Ft |
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | For Sale | $699,000 | -- | $370 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,138 | $722,170 | $467,330 | $254,840 |
| 2024 | $35,603 | $712,060 | $465,010 | $247,050 |
| 2023 | $5,895 | $693,550 | $445,070 | $248,480 |
| 2022 | $5,424 | $638,100 | $409,590 | $228,510 |
| 2021 | $2,111 | $612,890 | $405,530 | $207,360 |
| 2020 | $2,013 | $579,600 | $384,050 | $195,550 |
| 2019 | $1,921 | $542,500 | $361,820 | $180,680 |
| 2018 | $1,836 | $523,810 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,672 | $507,010 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,523 | $469,800 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,386 | $421,890 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,264 | $374,690 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Joel Nelson
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datacorrect BrightMLS
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DCDC2209824
APN: 1059-0079
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