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  • $4,500/mo

    215 12th St SE, Washington, DC 20003

    2beds
    1,432sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Single family residence
    Available Mon Sep 1 2025
    Cats, dogs OK
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    -- Parking
    Forced air
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Fenced backyardOriginal stained glass windowFunctional wood-burning fireplaceNewly renovated kitchenRecently refinished heart-of-pine floorsBrick patio
    215 12th street SE is a welcoming family home that has been beautifully maintained but retains its historic charm. With 2 beds, 1.5 baths, and a study, this house nestled in the perfect corner of Capitol Hill--a five-minute walk from Lincoln Park and the shops and restaurants at Eastern Market, and ten from the Eastern Market Metro Station. For families with kids, it is five minutes to Watkins Elementary and a twenty-minute walk to Peabody. This home was built in 1889. It has a newly renovated kitchen and bathrooms as well as original features like recently refinished heart-of-pine floors, a functional wood-burning fireplace, exposed brick throughout, and an original stained glass window. The second floor features two bedrooms as well as an additional flex space that would make a perfect study or nursery. The fenced backyard has a brick patio and direct access from the alley--perfect for bikers. Minimum 12 month lease, no smoking, tenant responsible for gas and electric. Pet interview required. 12 month lease. Renter is responsible for gas and electric. No smoking allowed. Last month's rent due at signing. Pet interview required.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,432 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09900034

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/13/2025Listed for rent$4,500$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    4/15/2003Sold$401,650$280/sqft
    Source: Public Record

    Neighborhood: Capitol Hill