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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,008 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 2 hours ago
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PRICE TO SELL! Incredible Opportunity in Southwest Washington, DC! Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a single-family home in the heart of Southwest Washington, DC! Whether you're a homeowner looking to customize your dream home using FHA 203(k) renovation financing or an investor searching for your next project, this property offers tremendous potential. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, Metro access, major commuter routes, and the National Harbor, this home combines convenience with opportunity. Bring your vision and transform this property into something truly special while building equity in one of Washington, DC's most desirable locations. Property Highlights: Single-family home Excellent opportunity for FHA 203(k) financing Ideal for investors or owner-occupants Conveniently located near shopping, Metro, and National Harbor Priced to sell! Schedule your client's private showing today! For additional information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Listing Agent Tracy Arnold-Nixon. This rare opportunity won't last long!

Full Property Details for 157 Chesapeake St SW

General

  • Price: $539,999
  • Taxes: $3,746 (2025)
  • Status: Coming Soon
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2270906
  • Updated: Today (6/29/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today
  • Expected Market Date: 7/13/2026

Interior

  • Interior Features: Dining Area
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven - Single, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer - Front Loading, Dryer - Front Loading

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Basement

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Brick

Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 3
  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Type: Attached Carport

Location

  • County: WASHINGTON
  • Subdivision: CONGRESS HEIGHTS
  • Driving Directions: See GPS

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Central
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Septic, Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 2,008
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,826 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,264 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 562 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,250
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $427.21
  • Assessment Year: 2025
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $440,730
  • Tax Amount: $3,746
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1826

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 9

Listed by Nexttier Realty LLC, Tracy Y. Arnold

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— 157 Chesapeake St SW —

  • Tracy Y. Arnold

    Nexttier Realty LLC

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Schools serving 157 Chesapeake St SW

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Leckie Education Campus
4201 Martin Luther King Junior Avenue Southwest, Washington, DC 20032
K-50.1 mi
Hart Middle School
601 Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
6-80.9 mi
Ballou High School
3401 4th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
9-120.9 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 157 Chesapeake St SW Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/29/2026
Listed
$539,999
125%
MLS
7/28/2004
Sold
$240,000
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Tax History for 157 Chesapeake St SW

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,746
4%
$440,730
4%
2024
$3,601
5%
$423,610
5%
2023
$3,423
-68%
$402,700
11%
2022
$10,576
264%
$361,580
6%
2021
$2,902
46%
$341,370
3%
2020
$1,993
10%
$330,440
5%
2019
$1,818
9%
$315,770
2%
2018
$1,665
10%
$308,290
—
2017
$1,520
10%
$306,840
15%
2016
$1,388
10%
$267,180
21%
2015
$1,264
4%
$220,130
3%
2014
$1,215
—
$213,160
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