1519 W ST SE, Washington, DC 20020

• 4 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 2,535 sqft

Property Description

Rare Renovation Opportunity in Anacostia Historic District | 5,900 SF Lot | 3,325 SF Interior: Discover an exceptional opportunity in the heart of the Anacostia Historic District — one of Washington, DC's most storied and rapidly evolving neighborhoods. Located just one block from the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, this property places you steps from living history and at the center of a community renaissance. With 3,325 square feet of total interior space across three levels, the possibilities are as expansive as the footprint. The main level offers a large, open living area, a kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom. The upper level features a generous open room /bedroom, while the lower level delivers a large open area/bedroom, a bathroom, and two additional rooms for flexible use. Outside, a 5,900 square foot lot impresses with a landscaped front yard and a sizable rear yard complete with a shed and direct alley access. The generous outdoor space and alley access present exciting possibilities worth exploring with the right vision. The location is unmatched. Walk to the Anacostia Arts & Culture District, home to galleries, dining, and local businesses. Commuting is effortless with the Anacostia Metro Station (Green Line) within easy walking distance. This home is being offered As Is, presenting an ideal canvas for a developer seeking a value-add project or an end user with a vision and appetite for a rewarding renovation. Properties of this scale in the Anacostia Historic District rarely come to market — don't miss your chance to put your mark on one of DC's most historically significant neighborhoods.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

May 3, 2026 at 5:17AM

Listing Office:

TTR Sotheby's International Realty : 2022343344

Listing Agent:

Michael C. Hargreaves : 2022760757

MLS ID:

DCDC2258136

Interior

• General: AtticDining AreaFloor Plan - TraditionalBathroom - Tub ShowerBathroom - Walk-In Shower
• Basement: Partially finishedRear entranceSpace for roomsWindowsConnecting stairway
• Flooring: Hardwood
• A/C: Window Unit(s)
• Heating: RadiatorNatural Gas
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• General: Outbuilding(s)Above GradeBelow Grade
• Style: Cape Cod

Construction

• General: Brick3OtherBrick/Mortar

Location

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

Lot

• Zoning: RA-15795//0801
• Fencing: Wood

Utilities

• Utilities: Electric availableNatural gas availableSewer availableWater available
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: BRIGHT_MAIN