$214,000
SOLD DEC 16, 2024

1456 Congress Place SE Washington, DC 20020

Douglass Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,150 Sq Ft
1,840 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$186 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Federal Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 90% Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of December 2024

Price Reduced!!!!

This 2-bedroom, 2 bath home located in the heart of Southeast DC offers incredible potential for the savvy investor or homeowner with a vision. Featuring a one-story addition, full basement and a level yard, this property provides a great foundation for a complete renovation and modernization. The spacious yard offers plenty of room for outdoor enjoyment or future expansion. While the home needs updates throughout, it presents an ideal opportunity to create a customized space in an up-and-coming neighborhood. Whether you're looking to flip or renovate and hold, this property is brimming with possibilities.

Don't miss out on this excellent investment opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Spicer

RLAH @properties License #PB98360971 Listed on: 10/02/2024

RLAH @properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Strasfeld

Unrepresented Buyer Office

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,162

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 1,840 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Semi-Detached or Twin Home
  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Basement
  • Connecting Stairway

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • 90% Forced Air Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Congress Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 27
  • Assessor Parcel Number 5889//0027

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,162

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Price Reduced!!!! This 2-bedroom, 2 bath home located in the heart of Southeast DC offers incredible potential for the savvy investor or homeowner with a vision. Featuring a one-story addition, full basement and a level yard, this property provides a great foundation for a complete renovation and modernization. The spacious yard offers plenty of room for outdoor enjoyment or future expansion. While the home needs updates throughout, it presents an ideal opportunity to create a customized space in an up-and-coming neighborhood. Whether you're looking to flip or renovate and hold, this property is brimming with possibilities. Don't miss out on this excellent investment opportunity!
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway
  • Total Sq Ft: 1248
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1150
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 263.82
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 832
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 318
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 98
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 416
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1456

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1840.00
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: RA-1
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2162.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 5889//0027
  • Tax Lot: 27
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1150
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 12/16/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2024
Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Casa Properties Llc
Bought by
Skinbym I A Llc
Seller's Agent
John Spicer
RLAH @properties
Buyer's Agent
Carol Strasfeld
Unrepresented Buyer Office
List Price
$228,888
Sold Price
$214,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,888
-6.5%
Views
103
Current Estimated Value
$381,631

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$167,631
Avg. Annual Appreciation
120.88%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$84,982
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$296,649

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2024
Sold by
Taylor Robert L and Taylor Delores G
Bought by
Casa Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,000
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $214,000 Millennium Title
Deed $155,000 Millennium Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 Construction
Previous Owner $155,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Sold $214,000 -2.5% $186 / Sq Ft
10/25/2024 10/25/24 Pending -- -- --
10/10/2024 10/10/24 Price Changed $219,500 -4.1% $191 / Sq Ft
10/02/2024 10/02/24 For Sale $228,888 -- $199 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $13,244 $264,880 $151,030 $113,850
2023 $2,162 $254,400 $143,890 $110,510
2022 $11,535 $230,690 $143,100 $87,590
2021 $513 $222,740 $142,430 $80,310
2020 $491 $216,330 $139,420 $76,910
2019 $471 $199,450 $130,640 $68,810
2018 $455 $183,670 $0 $0
2017 $833 $178,830 $0 $0
2016 $763 $163,810 $0 $0
2015 $696 $157,480 $0 $0
2014 $643 $145,880 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    John Spicer

    Real Living at Home

    (202) 641-3002

    1 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    John Spicer
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  • Carol Strasfeld

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Carol Strasfeld

    Unrepresented Buyer Office

    (301) 806-8871

    1 in this area

    6,646 Total Sales

    Carol Strasfeld
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2162482

Bright MLS

APN: 5889-0027

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20020 Douglass

1456 Congress Place SE, Washington, DC

This home is located at 1456 Congress Place SE, Washington, DC 20020 and is currently priced at $214,000, approximately $186 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 1456 Congress Place SE is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Turner Elementary School at Green, John Hayden Johnson Middle School, and Ballou High School.

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