Capitol Hill Real Estate, Washington DC

There may not be any two words more closely associated with both political power and partisan divides than Capitol Hill. Not only is the Hill synonymous with the United States Congress, it is the largest historic residential neighborhood in Washington, DC with a plethora of row houses and newer condos for sale—just perfect for policy wonks and politicians who roll out of bed and trudge into their nearby offices in order to serve the nation’s gridlock. Read more about Capitol Hill real estate or contact District Partners at Compass today for additional information about the Washington DC real estate market!

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635 Maryland Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

$4,495,000

635 Maryland Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

6 Beds 5.5 Baths 4,890 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2091488

CAPITOL HILL

513 C St Ne, WASHINGTON

$4,050,000

↓ $150,000

513 C St Ne, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 5.5 Baths 4,480 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2048056

CAPITOL HILL

411 New Jersey Ave Se, WASHINGTON

$3,500,000

411 New Jersey Ave Se, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 5 Baths 0 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2083074

CAPITOL HILL

632 South Carolina Ave Se, WASHINGTON

$3,150,000

↓ $100,000

632 South Carolina Ave Se, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 5.5 Baths 2,890 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2090308

CAPITOL HILL

243 10th St Ne #front And Rear, WASHINGTON

$3,100,000

243 10th St Ne #front And Rear, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 6.5 Baths 4,220 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2093076

CAPITOL HILL

322 E East Capitol St Ne, WASHINGTON

$3,000,000

322 E East Capitol St Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4 Baths 4,114 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2088840

CAPITOL HILL EAST

New
420 3rd St Ne, WASHINGTON

$3,000,000

420 3rd St Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,762 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2098566

CAPITOL HILL

502 C St Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,975,000

↓ $25,000

502 C St Ne, WASHINGTON

0 Beds 1 Bath 0 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2071704

CAPITOL HILL

242 11th St Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,950,000

242 11th St Ne, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,050 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2094350

CAPITOL HILL

516 C St Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,571,750

516 C St Ne, WASHINGTON

0 Beds 0 Baths 4,050 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2068078

CAPITOL HILL

600 E St Se, WASHINGTON

$2,399,000

↓ $101,000

600 E St Se, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 2,158 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2089484

CAPITOL HILL

1100 E St Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,347,890

1100 E St Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,791 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2087464

CAPITOL HILL

653-655 Constitution Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,200,000

↓ $150,000

653-655 Constitution Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

1 Bed 1 Bath 0 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2067598

CAPITOL HILL

306 D St Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,125,000

306 D St Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 2,251 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2091694

OLD CITY #1

648 Massachusetts Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,099,000

↓ $100,000

648 Massachusetts Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,000 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2081492

CAPITOL HILL

634 Lexington Pl Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,075,000

634 Lexington Pl Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 2,804 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2096996

CAPITOL HILL

329 A St Se, WASHINGTON

$2,050,000

↓ $45,000

329 A St Se, WASHINGTON

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,000 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2074312

CAPITOL HILL

912 E Capitol St Ne, WASHINGTON

$1,925,000

912 E Capitol St Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,043 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2096156

CAPITOL HILL

New
623 6th St Ne, WASHINGTON

$1,875,000

623 6th St Ne, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,750 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2098442

CAPITOL HILL

1116 E St Ne, WASHINGTON

$1,825,000

↓ $50,000

1116 E St Ne, WASHINGTON

6 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,969 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2093908

OLD CITY #1

1734 Massachusetts Ave Se, WASHINGTON

$1,800,000

1734 Massachusetts Ave Se, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 2 Baths 1,840 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2085390

HILL EAST

Capitol Hill Neighborhood Information

How old is the Capitol Hill neighborhood? George Washington laid the cornerstone to the original Capitol building back in 1793. The elevated location at the east end of the National Mall was selected by DC’s original planner—French architect Pierre Charles L’Enfant, who described the site as “a pedestal waiting for a monument.”

Capitol Hill Real Estate at a Glance - Washington DC

These days, the platitudes aren’t as lofty but Capitol Hill real estate prices certainly are—homes for sale on the Hill start around $240,000 for a “loft unit” the size of a walk-in closet and climb well into the millions. That’s not to say there’s no middle ground—you can actually find a lot of lovely residences in the solid mid six-figure range. Unlike some of DC’s sought-after suburbs, the inventory in this still-beating heart of Washington is surprisingly well-stocked.

Capitol Hill FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Was Capitol Hill the very first neighborhood in Washington, DC?

A: Capitol Hill is one of the first neighborhoods to be developed after the passing of the Residence Act in 1790. The area was previously known as Jenkins’ Hill, a parcel of wooded land dating back to a 1663 land grant. Construction of the U.S. Capitol Building began in 1793.

Q: Was Capitol Hill only intended for government buildings during that early era?

A: While the U.S. Capitol Building and other government offices received the most public attention, there were also residential buildings in the neighborhood. Some remain today in the Capitol Hill Historic District, including The Maples (aka the Friendship House) built between 1795 and 1796, and George Watterston House, built between 1802 and 1819.

Q: What is the housing market like today on Capitol Hill?

A: Lovely old rowhouses account for much of the residential real estate market on Capitol Hill, but you will also find a historic school that has been turned into lofts (Bryan Lofts), a former convent (Landmark Lofts) and even a few newer luxury condominiums like Butterfield House

Q: Is Capitol Hill a walkable neighborhood?

A: This historic neighborhood is fun to explore on foot, with small urban greenspaces, the legendary Eastern Market, and lots of popular restaurants such as Ted’s Bulletin, Matchbox, Barrel, Mr. Henry’s Restaurant, Beuchert’s Saloon, and Ambar Capitol Hill.

What You'll Find in Washington DC's Capitol Hill

Real estate for sale in Capitol Hill mainly consists of condos, including row houses in a variety of architectural styles from ornate Beaux Arts to minimalist Federal; as well as grand Art Deco apartment buildings that have gone condominium. There are even some old renovated schoolhouses, such as the Edmonds School condos, as well as more recent construction—trendy mixed-use developments with ground floor retail and luxury pads up above. See more about Capitol Hill condos for sale here.

Despite the predominance of multifamily dwellings there is still a sprinkling of old single-family homes—chiefly mansions that have long since become office or embassy space. As for neighborhood amenities, there are too many to easily list, from the ubiquitous Starbucks that dot every corner to five-star eateries lining 8th Street SE. Toss in upscale retailers, world famous museums along the National Mall and fantastic homes for sale and you can see why the population on the Hill continues to grow.

To learn more about Capitol Hill homes for sale, call Andre Perez at District Partners at Compass, 202-786-3600.

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