Well maintained 8-bedroom, 2-bathroom home blends timeless character with modern sophistication in the heart of sought-after Congress Heights. This residence showcases an inviting open layout with abundant natural light and elegant design throughout. The spacious floor plan offers versatile living and dining areas ideal for entertaining, complemented by eat-in kitchen. The upper and lower levels provide generous bedroom spaces, perfect for multi-generational living, guest quarters, or a home office. Exterior enhancements include durable vinyl siding, updated windows, and a welcoming front elevation that retains its classic charm. The property also offers convenient garage, off-street, and on-street parking and in-unit laundry. Ideally located near parks, shops, and commuter routes, this home provides an exceptional combination of comfort and convenience. Experience the best of modern living in one of Washington, D.C. vibrant and evolving neighborhoods—Congress Heights.
For sale
$649,000
1103 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032
8beds
1,381sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
5,476 Square Feet Lot
$634,100 Zestimate®
$470/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern sophisticationHome officeElegant designMulti-generational livingGenerous bedroom spacesWelcoming front elevationGuest quarters
- 238 days |
- 36 |
- 1 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ghassan Ghaida 703-597-3800,
Atlas One Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2231588
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 1, Bonus Room, Full Bath
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Concrete
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Has Laundry, Laundry Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Attic, Breakfast Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Six Panel
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Connecting Stairway,Finished,Rear Entrance,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,381
- Total interior livable area: 1,381 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,381
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Oversized, Driveway, Enclosed, Private, Detached, Off Street, On Street
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Roof
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 5,476 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 5945//0804
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Congress Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $470/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $389,730
- Annual tax amount: $3,267
- Date on market: 11/12/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Ghassan Ghaida
(703) 597-3800
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Estimated market value
$634,100
$602,000 - $666,000
$3,336/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000+2496%$470/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2231588 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/1997 | Sold | $25,000$18/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,267 +3.3% | $384,400 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $3,164 +3.7% | $372,270 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $3,050 +10.7% | $358,880 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $2,756 +5.7% | $324,260 +5.7% |
| 2021 | $2,608 +4% | $306,790 +4% |
| 2020 | $2,506 +4.5% | $294,850 +4.5% |
| 2018 | $2,397 +7.2% | $282,040 +7.2% |
| 2017 | $2,236 +20% | $263,070 +20% |
| 2016 | $1,863 +13.4% | $219,220 +13.4% |
| 2015 | $1,643 +6.1% | $193,330 +6.1% |
| 2014 | $1,549 -72.9% | $182,210 -6.8% |
| 2013 | $5,720 +222.3% | $195,540 -6.3% |
| 2012 | $1,774 | $208,750 |
| 2011 | $1,774 -19.4% | $208,750 -19.4% |
| 2010 | $2,202 -3.7% | $259,100 -3.7% |
| 2009 | $2,288 +26.1% | $269,170 +30.5% |
| 2007 | $1,815 +28.6% | $206,260 +34.4% |
| 2006 | $1,412 +7.5% | $153,470 +12.2% |
| 2005 | $1,313 +18.8% | $136,790 +18.8% |
| 2004 | $1,105 +11.8% | $115,130 +11.8% |
| 2003 | $989 +6% | $103,020 +6% |
| 2002 | $933 -17.4% | $97,192 -1.1% |
| 2001 | $1,130 | $98,273 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Shipley Terrace
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Malcolm X Elementary School @ GreenGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.8 mi
- 2/10Johnson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Ballou High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20032
- Shipley Terrace
- 1103 Alabama Ave SE
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