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$2,300 /month

5539 Central Ave SE, Washington, DC 20019

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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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Get In Touch

Property Address:
5539 Central Ave SE,
Washington, DC 20019
Listed by
Dina V Shaminova | TTR Sothebys International Realty
Phone Number: (202) 640-8415
BrightMLS#MD

Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS, Inc.

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable50 / 100

Transit

Good public transit60 / 100

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable90 / 100

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable50 / 100

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Soundscore

Active73 / 100

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Travel and Transit

Subway
3 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Silver Line - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail (Metrorail)
Blue Line - Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail (Metrorail)
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Metrorail
Commuter Rail
8 min Drive
Virginia Railway Express
Commuter Rail
9 min Drive
Brunswick Line - Maryland Area Regional Commuter Trains (The MARC)
Camden Line - Maryland Area Regional Commuter Trains (The MARC)
Penn Line - Maryland Area Regional Commuter Trains (The MARC)
Red Line - Maryland Area Regional Commuter Trains (The MARC)
Maryland_Area_Rail_Commuter_(MARC)
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
20 min Drive
DCA
Airport
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall
43 min Drive
Baltimore-Washington International
Airport
Washington Dulles International
54 min Drive
Washington Dulles International

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

5 rating

C.W. Harris Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

3 rating

Kelly Miller Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

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Nationhouse Watoto School

Grades PK-8

Private

4 rating

H.D. Woodson High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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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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