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Property Description
Calling all investors and owner-occupants! 449 Mellon Street SE presents an exceptional opportunity to own in the rapidly transforming Congress Heights neighborhood. With the redevelopment of the St. Elizabeths campus well underway and plans moving forward for the RFK Stadium site, this area is poised for continued growth and long-term upside. For investors, the property offers a strong projected 10% cap rate, making it a high-performing asset in a developing market. For owner-occupants, take advantage of financing options with as little as 3% down, while the income from the remaining three units significantly offsets your mortgage. Unit #3 is vacant! Additional benefits include the potential for cost segregation, real estate depreciation, and the ability to leverage your investment for future portfolio growth. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio, house hack, or secure your primary residence with built-in income, this property checks all the boxes. Schedule your private tour of 449 Mellon Street SE today and capitalize on this rare opportunity.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 449 Mellon St SE
General
- Sold For: $580,000
- Taxes: $5,055 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2213294
- Added to Site: 216 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease Info: Long Term
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 16
- Interior Features: Cedar Closet(s), Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Galley
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Exterior Cameras, Electric Alarm, Monitored, Main Entrance Lock
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: CONGRESS HEIGHTS
- Driving Directions: Mellon St, Off of MLK Ave SE
- City Limits: Yes
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: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Approved System
- Water: Private, Holding Tank
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Flat
- Windows: Energy Efficient
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,848
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,848 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,848 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1942
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,700
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R1
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $203.65
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $5,055
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $607,040
- Tax Amount: $5,055
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Owner Pays: Water, Common Area Maintenance, Pest Control, Taxes - Real Estate, Trash Collection
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2848
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 40
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Schools
Schools serving 449 Mellon St SE
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
King Elementary School 3200 6th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Hart Middle School 601 Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20032 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Ballou High School 3401 4th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 449 Mellon St SE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/16/2026
Sold
$580,000
—
MLS
10/23/2025
Price Reduced
$580,000
-3.32%
MLS
7/31/2025
Listed
$599,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
449 Mellon Street SE, Washington, DC 20032 (MLS# DCDC2213294) is a Single Family property that was sold at $580,000 on January 16, 2026. This property was listed by Taelor Salmon from our Global Luxury Georgetown Office.Want to learn more about 449 Mellon Street SE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


