744 7Th Street SE

This exquisitely renovated and expanded Capitol Hill home masterfully blends style, function, and flexibilityfeaturing a welcoming front porch, private rear parking for two, and a separate above-grade rental unit. With five bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, and approximately 2,740 square feet of living space (per floor plans), every element has been thoughtfully designed to create a warm, inviting retreat. The sun-filled living room centers around a handsome wood-burning fireplace framed by custom built-ins, while the adjacent dining room showcases a full wall of cabinetry with a built-in wine fridgeperfect for entertaining and storage alike. A custom hardwood staircase hides integrated storage for coats and shoes, and a powder room with heated floors and designer wallpaper adds a touch of luxury. Toward the rear, a study or breakfast room with a second fireplace opens to a bright, contemporary kitchen bathed in morning light. A new appliance package (January 2025) enhances both form and function. Beyond, a large brick terrace accommodates two-car off-street parking secured by a metal roll-up gate, plus a covered storage area for bikes and outdoor gear. Solar panels help keep utility costs low. Upstairs, the primary suite with en-suite bath with heated floors and abundant closet space. Two additional light-filled bedrooms share a full hall bath, and a convenient laundry area completes this level. A rear stairway off the dining room leads to the lower-level recreation space, featuring a full bath and a fourth bedroom with walk-out access to the rear patioideal for guests or an au pair suite. The income-producing one-bedroom apartment (with updated kitchen and bath and Certificate of Occupancy) is accessed from 7th Street and sits entirely above grade, offering excellent natural light and privacy for tenants. With nearly 3,000 total square feet, this home lives larger than it appears and offers exceptional flexibility. Perfectly located just three blocks from Eastern Market Metro and steps from Barracks Row, this is Capitol Hill living at its finest.