NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1515 Independence Ave SE Washington, DC 20003

Hill East Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $555,000 - $631,360

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
864 Sq Ft
$674/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 09, 2025

Last sale price $560,000 $648 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,368/month

122 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Federal Architecture
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater
  • 4-minute walk to Pocket Park and Playground

About This Home

As of January 2025

A rare find on Capitol Hill, this home is the perfect condo alternative! Step through the gate into a charming brick courtyard, ideal for relaxing and people-watching. Inside, the open-concept living area features a floating staircase and exposed brick walls. The gourmet kitchen, equipped with Miele and Gaggenau appliances, is perfect for nights in. The first floor includes a powder room, while the second floor boasts two spacious bedrooms and a jetted tub. With skylights, gleaming wood floors, and a prime location near metro, restaurants, and Nat's Stadium, this home is not to be missed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Grant

(202) 386-6330 james@thegrantgroup.com Compass License #603715 Listed on: 08/08/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Aschenbach

(301) 304-8444 sarah.aschenbach@compass.com Compass

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,417

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 515 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Capitol Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 22
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1072/S/0022

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,417

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

515 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2024-08-08
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1728
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 864
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 670.14
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 864
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 864
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.01
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 515.00
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Zoning: RF-1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4417.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1072/S/0022
  • Tax Lot: 22
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2024
Closed on
Jan 9, 2025
Sold by
Posteraro Julia L
Bought by
Umberger Alyssa Sue
Seller's Agent
James Grant
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Aschenbach
Compass
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-6.51%
Views
104
Current Estimated Value
$582,120

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$22,120
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.58%
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Outstanding Balance
$553,963
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$28,157

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2009
Sold by
U S Bank N A As Trustee
Bought by
Simmons Fern

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$304,385
Interest Rate
5.28%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2009
Sold by
Clarke James E
Bought by
Us Bank Natl Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2006
Sold by
Moseley William
Bought by
Davis Jeannie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$472,000
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 12, 2002
Sold by
Bank Of New York
Bought by
Davis Thomas W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
6.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2000
Sold by
Glover Lionnel
Bought by
Bank Of New York

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1995
Sold by
Kromah Mildred
Bought by
Glover Lonnell

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$32,000
Interest Rate
8.33%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 1993
Sold by
Nvr Mtge Lp
Bought by
Kromah Mildred
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Umberger Alyssa Sue $560,000 Kvs Title
Simmons Fern $310,000 --
Us Bank Natl Association $295,000 --
Davis Jeannie $590,000 --
Davis Thomas W $140,000 --
Moston Enterprises $60,000 --
Bank Of New York $59,850 --
Glover Lonnell $40,000 --
Kromah Mildred $30,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Umberger Alyssa Sue $560,000
Previous Owner Simmons Fern $304,385
Previous Owner Davis Jeannie $472,000
Previous Owner Davis Thomas W $126,000
Previous Owner Glover Lonnell $32,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/09/2025 01/09/25 Sold $560,000 -3.3% $648 / Sq Ft
10/28/2024 10/28/24 Price Changed $579,000 -3.3% $670 / Sq Ft
08/08/2024 08/08/24 For Sale $599,000 -- $693 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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
2025 $4,431 $611,090 $408,520 $202,570
2024 $4,417 $606,700 $406,490 $200,210
2023 $4,330 $593,410 $389,060 $204,350
2022 $4,056 $555,890 $362,000 $193,890
2021 $3,923 $537,860 $358,410 $179,450
2020 $3,739 $515,530 $344,340 $171,190
2019 $3,518 $488,770 $322,950 $165,820
2017 $3,276 $464,090 $0 $0
2016 $2,984 $439,620 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • James Grant

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    James Grant

    Compass

    (202) 577-8428

    1 in this area

    72 Total Sales

    James Grant
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  • Sarah Aschenbach

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Sarah Aschenbach

    Compass

    (202) 255-1485

    1 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Sarah Aschenbach
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2154160

Bright MLS

APN: 1072S-0022

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20003 Hill East

1515 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC

Not Listed for Sale

Townhouses

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