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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600 G St Se, WASHINGTON

$3,900,000

600 G St Se, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 5 Baths 4,850 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2194156

CAPITOL HILL

311 5th St Se, WASHINGTON

$2,950,000

↓ $175,000

311 5th St Se, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,105 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2206936

CAPITOL HILL

633 E St Se, WASHINGTON

$2,675,000

633 E St Se, WASHINGTON

3 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,561 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2223004

CAPITOL HILL

21 Overbeck Alley Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,500,000

21 Overbeck Alley Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,930 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2223092

CAPITOL HILL

625 Massachusetts Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

$2,500,000

↓ $250,000

625 Massachusetts Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,520 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2141102

CAPITOL HILL

515 Kentucky Ave Se, WASHINGTON

$2,499,999

↓ $99,001

515 Kentucky Ave Se, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,510 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2216584

HILL EAST

131 11 St Ne #3, WASHINGTON

$2,250,000

131 11 St Ne #3, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 2.5 Baths 3,000 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2206102

CAPITOL HILL

6 7th St Se, WASHINGTON

$2,150,000

6 7th St Se, WASHINGTON

6 Beds 5 Baths 3,603 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2204752

CAPITOL HILL

610 Independence Ave Se, WASHINGTON

$1,990,000

610 Independence Ave Se, WASHINGTON

3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,700 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2230266

CAPITOL HILL

1680 Ebenezer Ct Se, WASHINGTON

$1,979,000

↓ $271,000

1680 Ebenezer Ct Se, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,685 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2224602

CAPITOL HILL EAST

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114 4th St Ne, WASHINGTON

$1,895,000

114 4th St Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,526 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2232728

CAPITOL HILL

1311 D St Se, WASHINGTON

$1,874,900

1311 D St Se, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 2,843 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2217242

CAPITOL HILL EAST

224 9th St Se, WASHINGTON

$1,850,000

224 9th St Se, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,436 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2225462

CAPITOL HILL

715 G St Se, WASHINGTON

$1,799,000

715 G St Se, WASHINGTON

0 Beds 2.5 Baths 5,343 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2161306

OLD CITY

1118 F St Ne, WASHINGTON

$1,750,000

1118 F St Ne, WASHINGTON

8 Beds 7 Baths 4,408 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2233824

CAPITOL HILL

1404 Massachusetts Ave Se, WASHINGTON

$1,699,000

↓ $26,000

1404 Massachusetts Ave Se, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4.5 Baths 2,808 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2222970

CAPITOL HILL

811 Massachusetts Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

$1,690,000

↓ $30,000

811 Massachusetts Ave Ne, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 4 Baths 3,047 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2226548

CAPITOL HILL

414 3rd St Se, WASHINGTON

$1,649,900

414 3rd St Se, WASHINGTON

3 Beds 3.5 Baths 2,268 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2184756

CAPITOL HILL

649 South Carolina Ave Se, WASHINGTON

$1,600,000

649 South Carolina Ave Se, WASHINGTON

5 Beds 3 Baths 2,325 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2225352

CAPITOL HILL

224 21st St Ne, WASHINGTON

$1,600,000

224 21st St Ne, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,465 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2121678

OLD CITY #1

1319 East Capitol St Se, WASHINGTON

$1,599,000

1319 East Capitol St Se, WASHINGTON

4 Beds 3.5 Baths 1,568 SqFt Residential MLS® # DCDC2232466

OLD CITY #1

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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