Capitol Hill
The city's largest historic neighborhood: Federal and Italianate row houses on state-named avenues east of the Capitol.
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Capitol Hill is the largest historic residential neighborhood in Washington D.C. and one of the most densely populated. Stretching roughly two square miles east of the U.S. Capitol building, the neighborhood spans portions of the NE and SE quadrants. It’s one of the most densely populated neighborhoods in the nation's capital.
Washington D.C. is divided into four quadrants and the Capitol Hill neighborhood includes the southeast and northeast quadrants.
The main streets on Capitol Hill, named after U.S. states, are wide and feature large parks in the center of traffic circles.
Neighborhoods near Capitol Hill include Washington Navy Yard and the H Street Corridor.
Its streetscape is a living museum ofAmerican architectural history Federal Townhouses, ornate Italianate bracketed homes, and 19th-century press-brick row houses line wide tree-canopied avenues named after U.S. states.
The neighborhood dates to the city's founding, with parts of the community tracing to 1791.
Pierre L'Enfant laid out its distinctive diagonal avenues radiating from the Capitol, and Capitol Hill was literally the first neighborhood to be built out under his grand plan. Today, it is home to members of Congress, diplomats, young professionals, and multi-generational families who cherish its walkability and community character. After Georgetown in N.W., Capitol Hill is the second oldest neighborhood, in Washington D.C. with some parts of the neighborhood dating back to 1791.
Pierre L'Enfant designed the city and the Capitol Hill neighborhood was the first part of the plan.
Historical Points of Interest
• United States Capitol Building: Thecenterpiece of the neighborhood and the seat of the U.S. Congress, offeringfree tours.
• Library of Congress — The world's largestlibrary, housed in three ornate buildings. The Thomas Jefferson Building (1897)features breathtaking Beaux-Arts interiors.
• Frederick Douglass's Home on Capitol Hill —Douglass lived at 316-318 A Street NE before moving to Cedar Hill in Anacostia.The building now houses the Sewall-Belmont House & Museum.
• Eastern Market — Operating since 1873, thishistoric public market is a cornerstone of Capitol Hill community life.
• Folger Shakespeare Library — World's largestShakespeare collection housed in an elegant Art Deco building (1932).
Transportation
• Capitol South Metro (Blue/Orange/Silver Lines): WMATA Capitol South
• Eastern Market Metro (Blue/Orange/Silver Lines): WMATA Eastern Market
• Union Station (Red Line + Amtrak + MARC commuterrail): Union Station info
• Capital Bikeshare — Dozens of stationsthroughout the Hill.
Parks, Hiking & Biking
• Lincoln Park — A beloved neighborhood squarefeaturing the Emancipation Memorial and the Mary McLeod Bethune Memorial.
• Garfield Park — Peaceful park perfect for amidday walk.
• Capitol Hill Bike Trail & Anacostia Riverwalk Trail— The Riverwalk Trail runs 20+ miles and is accessible via the SE end of the Hill.
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Named for its proximity to the seat of the US government, Capitol Hill is the largest historic residential neighborhood in Washington DC. The architecture of the neighborhood is a reflection of the variety of styles the area has seen through the years. Federal Townhouses, ornate Italianate bracketed homes and 19th century press brick row houses make up the majority of the dwellings in the area.
Did or does anyone famous live on Capitol Hill?
American composer John Phillip Sousa was born on Capitol Hill and the former home of social reformer and abolitionist Frederick Douglass lived on A Street in Capitol Hill. Capitol Hill is home to many politicians, members of Congress and dignitaries from around the world.
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Buying in Capitol Hill: questions we hear
What style of homes are on Capitol Hill?
Capitol Hill is a living museum of row-house architecture: Federal townhouses, ornate Italianate homes, and 19th-century press-brick row houses on wide, tree-canopied avenues named after U.S. states. Some parts of the neighborhood date to 1791.
Which Metro stations serve Capitol Hill?
Three Metro stations serve the neighborhood, including Union Station on the Red Line, which also carries Amtrak and MARC commuter rail.
Where exactly is Capitol Hill?
Capitol Hill stretches roughly two square miles east of the U.S. Capitol, spanning parts of the Northeast and Southeast quadrants of Washington D.C. Nearby neighborhoods include the Washington Navy Yard and the H Street Corridor, and Eastern Market has anchored the community since 1873.
Do I need my own buyer’s agent to buy a home in Capitol Hill?
The listing agent works for the seller. An exclusive buyer agent works only for you, with a fiduciary duty to your side of the table: negotiating price, terms, and repairs in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. without ever representing the seller.
Can HomeBuyer Brokerage show me any home for sale in Capitol Hill?
Yes. We can show and represent you on any property in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C.: Bright MLS listings from any brokerage, new construction, and for-sale-by-owner homes. Because we never take listings, there is never an in-house home to steer you toward.
What does it cost to use an exclusive buyer agent in Capitol Hill?
Compensation is agreed in writing up front and, in most transactions, is paid from the transaction, often offered by the seller or listing brokerage, and always negotiable. Buyers typically pay no more than they would with any other agent; the difference is undivided loyalty.
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