1502 19TH STREET SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 - Eric Green Group Real Estate

$170,000

''From red-tag to ready-to-love'' A traditional brick DC rowhome exposed to a major fire and water event - DOB red tags, deep soot, and burned interiors tell the story of what once was. That's the bad news. The good news: it's the right kind of ugly - a straightforward renovation… Read More that lets you rewire, replumb, re-insulate, and rebuild to the 2026 building code and align with today's buyer design preferences, without undoing anyone else's mistakes. Once complete, you'll have a clean, code-compliant home with brand-new systems, fresh finishes, and lasting value. There's even space for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom basement suite with rear egress. What Comes Next Picture a brand-new, fully rebuilt, all-new-systems rowhome in desirable Anacostia/Fairlawn Community - minutes from parks, retail, and the Anacostia Metro. A Classic DC brick charmer meets modern living: light-filled spaces, a designer kitchen, 2-3 bedrooms, 2-3 baths, and a finished lower walk-out level. All anchored by worry-free systems packaged for the next decade. Preferred Alley Access 1502 19th ST SE sits on a residential block with alley access and small park in the alley - a rare DC amenity that immediately boosts resale value. You're not just buying a shell; you're securing a brick-built footprint with a backyard in a centrally located, fast-developing neighborhood. That alley access creates real design flexibility: Room for a rear deck, bump-out (already included), or enclosed porch without changing the fae7;ade. A rear entry that supports a potential rentable basement suite. The potential for dual access - front entry for owners, rear for guests or tenants. Easier construction logistics: materials and crews can enter from the alley, minimizing disruption. Enjoy city life without the parking battle, just minutes from all that Anacostia Park offers: tennis courts, basketball courts, fishing, jogging paths, green lawns, and across the river from It's the home stadium of the Washington Nationals (the National Baseball Club) the Navy Yard / Capitol Riverfront neighborhood, and the Wharf. You're transforming a fire-damaged structure into a premium, turnkey, affordable home with square footage and features buyers and tenants will pay for. Why This SE DC Location Works *Anacostia Riverwalk Trail *RFK Redevelopment Master Plan *Commanders / RFK stadium *Access to island trails *The Fields at RFK *11th Street Pedestrian Bridge *Capital Bikeshare *Anacostia Arts Center *Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center *Grounded *Sapodilla's Caribbean Restaurant and Catering DC *DCity Smokehouse *Sweet Tooth Cafe *Busboys and Poets - Popular community-oriented restaurant and cultural space serving American food, coffee, and more. Renovated 2--3-bedroom rowhomes with updated systems and finished basements typically sell for $500,000 or more. With thoughtful design, alley access, and modern construction, 1502 19th St SE is poised to go from red-tag shell to ready-to-love showpiece - delivering both neighborhood charm and lasting equity. This property isn't just a house; it's an investment in your future. Read Less

Courtesy of Ressie R Wallace Wilson, RE/MAX Allegiance 202-547-5600

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Feb 5, 2026

Property Type

Townhouse

Square Ft.

1,969

Lot Size

0.03 Acres

Year Built

1936

MLS Number

DCDC2242894

Additional Details

Basement

Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Interior Access, Rear Entrance

Building

Built in 1936, Living area: 1969, Levels: 3, Construction Materials: Brick, Block

Cooling

None

Accessibility Features

None

Foundation

Brick/Mortar

Heating

None

Lot

0.03 acres, Dimensions: Per tax records, lot size is 1167 square feet estimated

Property

Major Rehab Needed, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Annual Amount: $16,162.5, Year: 2025, Zoning: RA-2, Zoning description: Permit flexibility of design by permitting all types of urban residential development if they conform to the height, density.

Utilities

Water Source: Public

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