$880,000
SOLD APR 25, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,512 Sq Ft
2,233 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$582 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 4-minute walk to Potomac Avenue
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Watkins Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Property is in very good condition

About This Home

As of April 2025

Seeking a unique home with European vibes, privacy, parking, and proximity to public transit, as well as restaurants, and groceries? Look no further, 1511 Freedom Way SE is it! This quiet (bricked) alley home sits on a large (approx 2300 SF) lot nestled in the trees and has a "secret" walking entrance onto Pennsylvania Ave. SE!The flexible interior layout offers so many possibilities. You will be charmed by the beautiful Chef's kitchen, with island seating for 4, casual dining area, built in buffet, fireplace, and powder room on the first floor. The second level boasts a living room bathed in light that is perfectly suited for that comfy sectional. A full bath and large bedroom/office/den completes the second floor. The third level offers two more bedrooms and another full bath - don't miss the walk-in closet!Outside is a wonderful compound with a new fence, surrounding patio/parking and gardens. The front and back gardens come alive with native plants in the spring and the crepe myrtle trees are awash in color in the summer. This home is steps from Potomac Ave metro, Congressional Cemetery, and Anacostia River trail (leading to the Yards Park and ballpark on one end and the Fields at RFK, Heritage and Kingman Islands, and Aquatic Gardens on the other end).In bounds for the Capitol Hill Cluster Schools (Peabody Pre-K-K, Watkins Elementary and Stuart Hobson Middle School. Owned solar panels make this all electric home modern and efficient!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Crystal Crittenden

Compass Listed on: 03/13/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Libby Clarke

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Darnell Eaton

CENTURY 21 New Millennium

CENTURY 21 New Millennium

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,278

Year Built

  • Built in 1979 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

  • 2,233 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in very good condition

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Back-to-Back Home
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,512 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 3 Parking Spaces
  • 3 Driveway Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Capitol Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 821
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1077//0821

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,278

Year Built

Built in 1979 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Back-To-Back
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 2025-03-13
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Year Renovated: 2020
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Remarks Public: Seeking a unique home with European vibes, privacy, parking, and proximity to public transit, as well as restaurants, and groceries? Look no further, 1511 Freedom Way SE is it! This quiet (bricked) alley home sits on a large (approx 2300 SF) lot nestled in the trees and has a "secret" walking entrance onto Pennsylvania Ave. SE! The flexible interior layout offers so many possibilities. You will be charmed by the beautiful Chef's kitchen, with island seating for 4, casual dining area, built in buffet, fireplace, and powder room on the first floor. The second level boasts a living room bathed in light that is perfectly suited for that comfy sectional. A full bath and large bedroom/office/den completes the second floor. The third level offers two more bedrooms and another full bath - don't miss the walk-in closet! Outside is a wonderful compound with a new fence, surrounding patio/parking and gardens. The front and back gardens come alive with native plants in the spring and the crepe myrtle trees are awash in color in the summer. This home is steps from Potomac Ave metro, Congressional Cemetery, and Anacostia River trail (leading to the Yards Park and ballpark on one end and the Fields at RFK, Heritage and Kingman Islands, and Aquatic Gardens on the other end). In bounds for the Capitol Hill Cluster Schools (Peabody Pre-K-K, Watkins Elementary and Stuart Hobson Middle School. Owned solar panels make this all electric home modern and efficient!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1512
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1512
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 594.58
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1512
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1511

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 3

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Central
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 2233.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: MU-4
  • Zoning Description: See DC zoning map
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6278.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1077//0821
  • Tax Lot: 821
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1512
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/25/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Johnson Aaron N and Johnson Julie J
Bought by
Snyder Jason and Hill Lesley
Seller's Agent
Crystal Crittenden
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Darnell Eaton
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$880,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-2.11%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$888,840

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,840
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.82%
Original Mortgage
$831,000
Outstanding Balance
$828,799
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$60,041

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 26, 2012
Closed on
Jan 25, 2013
Sold by
Eagle Holding Group Llc
Bought by
Johnson Julie J
Seller's Agent
Genie Hutinet
Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
Buyer's Agent
Crystal Crittenden
Compass
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.35%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.91%
Original Mortgage
$540,038
Interest Rate
3.38%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2002
Sold by
Lambert David M
Bought by
Shenoy Shalini K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
6.2%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2000
Sold by
Swinson Linwood
Bought by
Lambert David
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $880,000 Lighthouse Title
Warranty Deed $550,000 --
Deed $230,000 --
Deed $72,180 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $831,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $540,038 FHA
Previous Owner $184,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Sold $880,000 -2.1% $582 / Sq Ft
03/26/2025 03/26/25 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $899,000 +63.5% $595 / Sq Ft
01/25/2013 01/25/13 Sold $550,000 -4.3% $364 / Sq Ft
01/02/2013 01/02/13 Pending -- -- --
12/18/2012 12/18/12 For Sale $575,000 0.0% $380 / Sq Ft
12/06/2012 12/06/12 Pending -- -- --
11/26/2012 11/26/12 For Sale $575,000 -- $380 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $6,278 $825,660 $553,580 $272,080
2023 $6,221 $815,920 $541,820 $274,100
2022 $5,760 $756,400 $508,630 $247,770
2021 $5,630 $738,680 $498,470 $240,210
2020 $5,332 $703,050 $471,810 $231,240
2019 $5,068 $671,120 $446,420 $224,700
2018 $4,934 $653,810 $0 $0
2017 $4,632 $643,650 $0 $0
2016 $4,217 $601,350 $0 $0
2015 $3,836 $550,380 $0 $0
2014 $3,497 $481,630 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2189536

Bright MLS

APN: 1077-0821