521 Oakwood Street SE, Washington, DC 20032 - Photo 1

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$305,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
1,836 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Check out the interactive 3D tour! Click on the movie camera icon to view. Opportunity awaits in this spacious semi-detached brick and stone home filled with potential. Whether you're an investor, homeowner looking to build equity, or buyer considering FHA 203(k) financing, this property offers an excellent opportunity to customize and add value over time. The versatile floor plan features a full bathroom on every level, plus a main-level bedroom or flex space ideal for guests, a home office, separate dining room or multigenerational living. The fully finished basement includes both rear and side exits, adding flexibility and convenience. Upstairs, the oversized primary bedroom provides a comfortable retreat, while abundant attic storage offers plenty of extra space. Conveniently located near Metrobus routes with easy access to I-295, JBAB, Homeland Security, shopping, dining, and more. A solid home with great bones and endless possibilities. Needs work. Sold strictly as-is. Offer deadline 4 pm Sun May 17.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 521 Oakwood St SE

General

Sold For: $305,000
Taxes: $2,707 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
MLS ID: DCDC2259398
Added to Site: 50 day(s) ago

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: 3
Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Parking

Parking Type: On Street

Location

County: WASHINGTON
Subdivision: CONGRESS HEIGHTS
Driving Directions: GPS
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
Construction: Brick, Stone
Basement: Yes
Basement Entrance: Yes
Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level
Foundation: Slab
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 1,836
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,684 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,224 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 460 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1941
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property Condition: Below Average

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,466
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R=3

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $244.28
Assessment Year: 2025
City/TownTax: $2,707
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $323,800
Tax Amount: $2,707
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1684

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 808

Listed by Samson Properties, James M White
Sold by NHT Real Estate LLC, Stephen J Labas

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Schools

Schools serving 521 Oakwood St SE

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
King Elementary School 3200 6th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032	K-5	0.2 mi
Hart Middle School 601 Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20032	6-8	0.6 mi
Ballou High School 3401 4th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032	9-12	0.4 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 521 Oakwood St SE

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

6/12/2026

Sold

$305,000

2.01%

MLS

5/11/2026

Listed

$299,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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