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$1,200,000

1526 Potomac Ave

Washington, DC
PENDING-BRIGHT
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
1,656
Square Feet
0.07
Lot Size (acres)
1922
Year Built
49
Days On Market

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!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/26/2026
Listed By
Chelsea Lanise Traylor, 7039894903 · Redfin Corp, 2027597581
MLS#
DCDC2283210
Source
Bright
Status
PENDING-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1526 Potomac Ave, Washington, DC 20003
City
Washington
County
Washington
Neighborhood
CAPITOL HILL EAST
Zip Code
20003

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3.5
Year Built
1922
Style
Federal
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
1,656 sq. ft.
Foundation
Other, Concrete Perimeter
Levels
Three Or More
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Attached, Garage

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Disposal, Cooktop, Ice Maker
Cooling
Central Air, Gas
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace Insert

Property Features

Lot Size
0.07 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,656 sq. ft.
Total
1,656 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,200,000
Annual Taxes
$8,375

Schools

100/100
Shirley Chisholm Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Washington
Students
520
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
75% Black · 12% White · 12% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
100%
Phone
(202) 939-4810
100/100
Maury Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.8 mi
City
Washington
Students
383
Student body
55% White · 33% Black · 6% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
23%
Phone
(202) 698-3838
99/100
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Middle
Middle · Grades 04–08 · 0.3 mi
City
Washington
Students
334
Student body
100% Black · 0% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(202) 547-5800
98/100
Digital Pioneers Academy PCS - Capitol Hill
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.5 mi
City
Washington
Students
387
Student body
98% Black · 1% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Two or More Races
Phone
(202) 677-3522
69/100
Incarcerated Youth Program Correctional Detention Facility
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.3 mi
City
Washington
Students
34
Student–teacher
3.7
Student body
91% Black · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
94%
Phone
(202) 698-5978
53/100
St. Coletta Special Education PCS
7th & Above · Grades PK–12 · 0.5 mi
City
Washington
Students
243
Student body
78% Black · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Two or More Races
Phone
(202) 350-8680
53/100
AppleTree Early Learning Center PCS - Lincoln Park
Grades PK–PK · 0.8 mi
City
Washington
Students
60
Student body
48% White · 43% Black · 5% Asian
Phone
(202) 621-6581
52/100
Payne Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.3 mi
City
Washington
Students
319
Student body
58% Black · 32% White · 5% Two or More Races
Phone
(202) 698-3262

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/19/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000

Listed by Chelsea Lanise Traylor · Redfin Corp · 2027597581

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 26, 2026 at 3:32 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: DCDC2283210

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