Date
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Price
Change
Source
5/11/2026
Listed
$299,000
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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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 521 Oakwood St SE
General
- Price: $299,000
- Taxes: $2,707 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2259398
- Updated: 5/11/2026
- Added to Site: 1 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
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1684
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 808
Listed by Samson Properties, James M White
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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
Tax History
Tax History for 521 Oakwood St SE
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,707
4%
$318,510
4%
2024
$2,613
2%
$307,360
3%
2023
$2,574
11%
$298,270
10%
2022
$2,315
4%
$272,390
4%
2021
$2,218
5%
$260,930
5%
2020
$2,117
3%
$249,080
3%
2019
$2,052
4%
$241,460
4%
2018
$1,969
2%
$231,590
2%
2017
$1,932
18%
$227,350
18%
2016
$1,634
11%
$192,210
11%
2015
$1,469
5%
$172,820
5%
2014
$1,393
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$163,940
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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521 Oakwood Street SE, Washington, DC 20032 (MLS# DCDC2259398) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 521 Oakwood Street SE is currently listed for $299,000 and was received on May 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 521 Oakwood 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.