
5539 Central Ave SE, Washington, DC 20019
What This Townhouse Offers
Charming 3BR/2BA traditional residence situated on a generously sized lot with a spacious backyard and private driveway accommodating up to three cars, plus... additional off-street parking. The main level features comfortable living and kitchen spaces, while the upper level offers two bedrooms and a full bath. The finished lower level, with separate side entrance access, includes a recreation area, utility room, additional bedroom space, and a full bath, offering flexibility for guests, work-from-home needs, or extended living. Conveniently located near the Benning Road Metro Station, bus routes, downtown Washington, and less than one mile from I-295 for easy commuting.
Unit
- $2,300 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
5539 Central Ave SE is a townhome for rent in Washington, DC
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1947
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- End Unit Townhome
- Slab Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1140 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Basement
- English Basement
Parking
- Driveway
Accessible Home Design
- Level Entry For Accessibility
Lot Details
- 2480 Sq Ft Lot
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,300
- 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-05-26
- Assessor Parcel Number 5290//0122
- Tenant pays for all utilities
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Marshall Heights Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
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Washington, DC 20019

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Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
C.W. Harris Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Kelly Miller Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Nationhouse Watoto School
Grades PK-8
Private
H.D. Woodson High School
Grades 9-12
Public
The Monroe School
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Gallaudet University
Drive: 9 min (4.7 mi)
Univ. of Md. Univ. Coll.
Drive: 10 min (5.5 mi)
Georgetown
Drive: 10 min (5.6 mi)
Georgetown Law
Drive: 10 min (5.6 mi)
Discover Marshall Heights, Washington, DC
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5539 Central Ave SE proximity to Capital View Plaza, Benco Shopping Center, and Mini Plaza. Capital View Plaza is 0.6 miles away, and Benco Shopping Center is within an 18 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 5539 Central Ave SE has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 8.2 miles. Transit options include Capitol Heights, Blue/Silver Line Center Platform and Benning Road.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5539 Central Ave SE are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.3 miles, including Fort Dupont Park, Kingman and Heritage Island Park, and Walker Mill Regional Park.
Airports
Living in Marshall Heights provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 20 minutes from 5539 Central Ave SE. Another nearby airport is Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall, located 29 miles away.
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