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$400,000

  • For Sale
  • Under Contract
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,836 Sq. Ft.
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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 for 720 Congress St SE

General

  • Price: $400,000
  • Taxes: $3,532 (2024)
  • Status: Under Contract
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2223042
  • Updated: 12/28/2025
  • Added to Site: 121 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

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple

Listed by Keller Williams Preferred Properties, Umeka Coleman

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  • Umeka Coleman

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Schools serving 720 Congress St SE

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
King Elementary School
3200 6th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
K-50.2 mi
Hart Middle School
601 Mississippi Avenue Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
6-80.2 mi
Ballou High School
3401 4th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20032
9-120.3 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 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
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
21.05%
MLS
7/06/2016
Sold
$346,967
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Tax History for 720 Congress St SE

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,626
3%
$426,570
3%
2024
$3,532
1%
$415,490
2%
2023
$3,493
37%
$406,290
7%
2022
$2,554
-8%
$379,200
4%
2021
$2,783
77%
$365,600
10%
2016
$1,572
—
$331,070
79%
2016
$1,572
293%
$184,990
12%
2015
$400
7%
$165,440
5%
2014
$373
—
$157,980
—
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720 Congress Street SE, Washington, DC 20032 (MLS# DCDC2223042) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 720 Congress Street SE is currently listed for $400,000 and was received on September 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 720 Congress Street SE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Anacostia? You can browse all Anacostia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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