553 15th Street SE

WIDE AND WONDERFUL ON A CAPITOL HILL CORNER!

Talk about curb appeal! Boasting 38 feet of frontage overlooking Kentucky Avenue and 15th Street pocket park, this wide corner perch possesses a restored historic bay-front façade of rare shape and size, plus serene side stone patio garden oasis. STEPS to Metro, River Trail, Roost restaurants, and fresh groceries, immerse yourself in the Capitol Hill lifestyle with easy walk & bike access to the best of The Capital City.

Ascend the original iron entry stairs and be wowed by WIDE-open layout for entertaining with ease. 22-foot wide bay front parlor anchored by attractive wood burning hearth, and refinished Brazilian plank hardwood floors flow to central dining, conveniently placed powder room, and side door to the stone patio. Beyond the 6-ft service bar, smart kitchen design makes maximum use of building shape and optimizes space to prepare meals large or small, offering 44 SF of solid marble prep counters. Step out to quiet café seating on the intimate rear deck under shady elm for your morning cup of coffee or sunset views.

Stroll the skylit upper level to discover three big bedrooms with extra-tall ceilings, including spacious front primary suite with sunny en suite bath and wall of closets. Enjoy upper laundry center next to hall linen closet, full hall bath plus two additional bedrooms. With laundry upstairs, enjoy full flexibility from your lower level with separate front entry: A striking deep window seat anchors the space for a family den or media room, with bonus full bath and large storage closet and mechanicals, OR consider prime METRO-friendly location for future short-term rental opportunity.

All the key ingredients for your city home, in a rarely-available shape and size!