Welcome to 1238 U Street SE—“Blue Bird,” a rare 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat in the heart of historic Anacostia offering an exceptional blend of indoor comfort and expansive outdoor living. This newly renovated home features a beautifully updated kitchen with modern appliances, complemented by restored original flooring that preserves its character and charm.
Step outside to an oversized backyard—an uncommon find in Washington, DC—complete with a greenhouse, shed/workshop, and fire pit. Whether you’re a gardener, creative, cyclist, or simply love to entertain, this outdoor space delivers unmatched flexibility and function. It’s truly a plant lover’s dream and a private oasis in the city.
Inside, the home is equipped with smart technology for convenience and security, including hardwired Ring cameras (front and rear), Nest heating and cooling, and smart keypad locks.
Located in the vibrant Anacostia neighborhood, you’re just a short 10-minute walk to the Green Line Metro, 5 minutes to the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail (perfect for biking and jogging), and approximately 20 minutes to Navy Yard, Washington Nationals Stadium, and D.C. United’s Audi Field. Enjoy neighborhood favorites like Busboys and Poets just steps away, plus nearby coffee shops, art galleries, and local dining.
Pet-friendly and thoughtfully designed, this one-of-a-kind property offers the space, character, and location that make city living feel like a retreat.
The income description goes here to explain
| List Price | $2,275 |
| Property Type | Single Family Homes |
| Usable Sqft | 1,152 |
| Number of Stories | 0 stories |
| Parking Spots | 0 spots |
| Year Built | 1905 |
| Last Sold | Unknown |
| Sold Price | Unknown |
| APN # | 5769//0017 |
| MLS # | DCDC2255838 |
| Property ID | 321139453 |
| Lot Sqft | 3,049 |
| Zoning | RF-1 |
| Days on Market | 42 |
| Original List Price | Unknown |
| Date Updated | May 06, 2026 |
| Date Created | April 14, 2026 |
Summer Garnes an agent of . Lic #SP40003976
© 2026 Copyright BRIGHT, All Rights Reserved
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.
The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have Closed or are no longer being offered for sale.
Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller.
This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.
BRIGHT MLS is the (or a) provider of this home sale information and has compiled content from various sources. Some properties represented may not have actually sold due to reporting errors.
Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed
Robert Crawford
REAL ESTATE AGENT