12 5TH ST NE, Washington, DC 20002

• 2 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 1,998 sqft

Property Description

HISTORIC CAPITOL HILL, BEAUTIFULLY EVOLVED. Just off East Capitol Street on one of Capitol Hill’s most treasured blocks, this circa-1863 historic residence pairs remarkable original character with expansive modern living, exceptional indoor-outdoor connection and the potential for off-street parking. Gracious front living and dining rooms lead to an oversized gourmet kitchen with a long stone island, abundant cabinetry and generous space for cooking and gathering. Beyond, an expansive rear family room centers on a gas fireplace flanked by dramatic black-framed glass doors opening directly to a custom brick patio and fully fenced backyard with irrigation and outdoor lighting. Upstairs are two exceptionally spacious bedrooms plus a large skylit den/home office, two renovated full baths, side-by-side laundry and excellent closet and hallway storage. Updated oak floors on the main level, beautiful original heart pine upstairs and preserved details including the staircase newel post, railings and dining room window casings connect the home’s history to its thoughtful evolution. A third full bath and connected unfinished lower level with separate front entrance add even more flexibility. All of this just two blocks from Stanton Park and within easy reach of Eastern Market, Union Station, H Street, Union Market, Metro and the U.S. Capitol. Coming soon, with much more to see.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

September 17, 2026

Data Last Updated:

September 20, 2026 at 7:19PM

Listing Office:

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty : 2026081880

Listing Agent:

Peter Grimm : 2022706368

MLS ID:

DCDC2282804

Interior

• General: Bathroom - Walk-In ShowerBathroom - Tub ShowerBreakfast AreaBuilt-InsCedar Closet(s)Ceiling Fan(s)Dining AreaExposed BeamsFamily Room Off KitchenFloor Plan - OpenFloor Plan - TraditionalFormal/Separate Dining RoomKitchen - GourmetKitchen - IslandPrimary Bath(s)Recessed LightingSkylight(s)Upgraded CountertopsWet/Dry BarWindow TreatmentsWine StorageWood Floors
• Rooms: Dining RoomPrimary BedroomBedroom 2KitchenFamily RoomDenBasementFoyerLaundryBathroom 2Primary Bathroom
• Appliances: Built-In MicrowaveDishwasherDisposalOven/Range - GasRange HoodRefrigeratorStainless Steel AppliancesWasherDryer
• Laundry: Upper Floor
• Basement: Connecting stairwayDaylightPartialFront entranceHeatedInterior accessOutside entrancePartially finishedPoured concreteSpace for roomsSump pumpWalkout stairsWindows
• Flooring: HardwoodCeramic tileConcrete
• A/C: Central A/C
• Heating: Hot WaterNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Fireplace - Glass DoorsGas/PropaneMantel(s)FireplaceFireplaces: 1
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Play AreaAbove GradeBelow Grade
• Style: Victorian
• Other Structures: Patio
• Parking: PrivateSurface

Construction

• Roofing: Composite
• Windows: Double hungDouble pane windowsCasementEnergy efficientReplacementScreensSkylightsStorm
• General: FrameWood SidingBrick3Brick/Mortar

Location

• Originating MLS: BRIGHT_MAIN
• School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
• County: WASHINGTON-DC

Lot

• Zoning: RF10816//0840
• Fencing: FullyRearPrivacyWoodPartiallyWroughtIron

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: BRIGHT_MAIN
• Exclusions: See Seller Disclosuresavailable through Listing Agent.