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Property Description
Welcome to 720 Congress Street SE! This charming home offers classic DC character with modern potential. Featuring 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths, the property boasts an open layout, ample natural light, and a private outdoor space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upper level bathroom renovated 2022 and lower level bathroom renovated 2025. Abundant Parking Right Out Front! An entertainer's delight with street parking for you and all your guests. Nestled in a sought-after neighborhood, you'll enjoy easy access to Capitol Hill, parks, dining, and major commuter routes. Whether you're looking to personalize or move right in, this home is a fantastic opportunity to own in the heart of Washington, DC.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 720 Congress St SE
General
- Sold For: $400,000
- Taxes: $3,532 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2223042
- Added to Site: 166 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: CONGRESS HEIGHTS
- Driving Directions: From Alabama Ave. right onto Wheeler Road, right onto Congress St.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,836
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,836 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,224 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 612 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1947
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,981
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $326.8
- City/TownTax: $3,532
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $426,570
- Tax Amount: $3,532
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Listed by Keller Williams Preferred Properties, Umeka Coleman
Sold by Metro Houses Real Estate Services, Amadu O Forna
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Schools
Schools serving 720 Congress 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 | 0.2 mi |
Ballou High School 3401 4th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032 | 9-12 | 0.3 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 720 Congress St SE
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/04/2026
Sold
$400,000
—
MLS
12/04/2025
Price Reduced
$400,000
-2.44%
MLS
10/16/2025
Price Reduced
$410,000
-2.38%
MLS
9/19/2025
Listed
$420,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
720 Congress Street SE, Washington, DC 20032 (MLS# DCDC2223042) is a Single Family property that was sold at $400,000 on February 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 720 Congress 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.

