WORLDBID AUCTION – May 5 noon Starting bid is $400,000 ESTIMATED PROPERTY VALUE RANGE: $475,000 to $660,000 PRE AUCTION OFFERS DUE NOW THRU April 21st AUCTION BIDS DUE PRIOR TO OR on May 5 th noon ET PRE AUCTION OFFERS • Title Company: Old Republic Title Company • A Buyer may elect to submit a Pre Auction rather than participate in Auction bidding. • Pre auction offers may be submitted on a standard GCAAR purchase contract. Pre Auction offers may have any contingency a buyer requests. • A Pre Auction offer must be submitted no later than April 21. The offer will state the buyer will remove all contingencies no later than April 28 or close escrow by that date. If the Buyer removes contingencies or closes escrow no later than April 28, the auction will be cancelled. • The Pre Auction offer must state the offer includes the Buyer’s Premium of 4%. • No exceptions to the date deadlines will be accepted. • The buyer must provide a 10% deposit with their offer, proof of funds to close the purchase and a lender approval letter (if applicable). AUCTION DAY BIDDING • Your Sealed bid must be submitted on the Premiere Estates Sealed Bid auction purchase contract. 1. Qualifying round bids are due on may 5 Noon and must be emailed to Premiere Estates. 2. The top 50% bids (by price) of the qualifying round bids received, those bidders will be notified by May 5 at 3:00PM , they are approved to submit their final bid. 3. The bidders, which have qualified to bid in the Final Bid round are due on May 6th noon ET • Both the qualifying and final round bids must be provided on the Premiere Estates Sealed Bid auction purchase contract. • Escrow Shall close no later than June 6, 2026. • Auction day bids are completely non contingent. ------------------------- Welcome to 1011 Independence Ave SE — an exceptional opportunity to own in the very heart of Capitol Hill, one of Washington, DC’s most iconic and enduring neighborhoods. Perfectly situated just moments from Eastern Market and a short stroll to the United States Capitol, the Library of Congress, and the Supreme Court, this location places you at the center of historic charm, vibrant community life, and unmatched walkability. Property is occupied and will be conveyed with tenancy. This classic interior row home offers 1,524 square feet above grade and 1,956 total square feet of living space on a .03-acre lot. Currently configured as a 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence, the home is filled with timeless architectural character both inside and out — the kind of authentic Capitol Hill charm that continues to drive long-term value and buyer demand. The lower level is presently arranged as a third bedroom and features rear walk-up egress, providing flexibility for future reconfiguration or enhanced income potential. The property is occupied and presents a prime opportunity for investors or landlords seeking scale and upside in one of DC’s most stable and consistently appreciating submarkets. While updates are needed, strong comparable sales in the immediate area support a compelling after-repair value, making this a strategic acquisition for those looking to renovate and maximize returns. Opportunities on Independence Avenue are rare — this is your chance to secure location, character, and long-term upside in one of the most recognizable corridors on Capitol Hill.
Auction
Est. $400,000
1011 Independence Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
3beds
1,746sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1908
1,222 Square Feet Lot
$397,200 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic interior row homeRear walk-up egress
- 31 days |
- 1,904 |
- 162 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 23, 2026 at 11:44am
Listed by:
James Podoley 443-221-8812,
EXP Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2249350
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 432
Heating
- Hot Water, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Rear Entrance
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,956
- Total interior livable area: 1,746 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,524
- Finished area below ground: 222
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,222 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0969//0036
- Zoning: RF-1
- Special conditions: Auction,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Capitol Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,112,590
- Annual tax amount: $9,336
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Private Financing Available
- Inclusions: Electric Stove, Electric Oven, Stove Hood, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer / Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$397,200
$377,000 - $417,000
$5,478/mo
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,336 +2.7% | $1,098,310 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $9,092 +1.8% | $1,069,690 +1.8% |
| 2023 | $8,931 +4.7% | $1,050,650 +4.7% |
| 2022 | $8,532 +3% | $1,003,730 +3% |
| 2021 | $8,284 +2.1% | $974,570 +2.1% |
| 2020 | $8,110 +15% | $954,100 +15% |
| 2018 | $7,054 +1.2% | $829,850 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $6,970 +6.1% | $820,050 +6.1% |
| 2016 | $6,571 +7.8% | $773,060 +7.8% |
| 2015 | $6,095 +10.8% | $717,060 +10.8% |
| 2014 | $5,503 +1.9% | $647,390 +1.9% |
| 2013 | $5,400 +0.6% | $635,250 +0.6% |
| 2012 | $5,366 | $631,340 |
| 2011 | $5,366 -0.8% | $631,340 -0.8% |
| 2010 | $5,408 -5.9% | $636,190 -5.9% |
| 2009 | $5,749 -10% | $676,350 -6.8% |
| 2007 | $6,388 +12.6% | $725,900 +17.8% |
| 2006 | $5,671 +9.5% | $616,400 +14.3% |
| 2005 | $5,177 +11.6% | $539,270 +11.6% |
| 2004 | $4,638 +18.5% | $483,160 +18.5% |
| 2003 | $3,915 +69% | $407,790 +69% |
| 2002 | $2,316 -16.5% | $241,296 |
| 2001 | $2,775 | $241,296 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Watkins Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Stuart-Hobson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Eastern High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20003
- Capitol Hill
- 1011 Independence Ave SE

