Don’t miss this incredible value in Congress Heights! 139 Xenia St SE is like a little farm in the city—perfect for a vegetable garden—with a large, beautiful fenced backyard and flagstone patio. Nestled on a quiet residential street and backing onto Oxon Run Park, it offers a rare mix of privacy, nature, and city convenience. This renovated 4BR/3BA home features a sun-filled open layout with recessed lighting, a modern kitchen with Borghini quartz counters, subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances with gas range. A spacious sunroom and large front porch expand your living space. The entry-level bedroom with accessible full bath is ideal for aging in place or those with mobility needs. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a primary suite with Carrara marble finishes. The walkout basement offers storage and laundry. Located on a scenic bike trail, near a state-of-the-art tennis facility, Metro, and bus lines. Surrounded by green and just minutes from downtown, this is city living with a serene twist. Schedule your tour today!
Sold for $525,000
$525,000
139 Xenia St SE, Washington, DC 20032
4beds
2,160sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
5,474 Square Feet Lot
$521,800 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$4,969 Estimated rent
Home value
$521,800
$496,000 - $548,000
$4,969/mo
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Large beautiful fenced backyardLarge front porchSun-filled open layoutSubway tile backsplashSpacious sunroomFlagstone patio
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Listed by:
Roy Kohn 202-345-7399,
Redfin Corporation
Bought with:
Margot Wilson, 46132
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Sabrina Paige, SP98377155
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2220346
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 100.0
- Area: 720
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Built-In Range, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Engineered Wood
- Basement: Partial,English
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,160
- Total interior livable area: 2,160 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,440
- Finished area below ground: 720
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Doors, 2+ Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 5,474 sqft
- Features: Adjoins - Public Land, Adjoins - Open Space, Rear Yard, Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 6128//0072
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Rough-In Plumbing, Mixed Plumbing, Metal Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Congress Heights
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Sold | $525,000-2.7%$243/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Pending sale | $539,500$250/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $539,500-0.8%$250/sqft |
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| 1/8/2025 | Listing removed | $544,000$252/sqft |
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| 8/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/17/2024 | Contingent | $544,000$252/sqft |
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| 6/5/2024 | Price change | $544,000-2.7%$252/sqft |
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| 4/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $559,000-2.8%$259/sqft |
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| 8/24/2023 | Listing removed | $575,000$266/sqft |
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| 6/14/2023 | Contingent | $575,000$266/sqft |
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| 5/20/2023 | Price change | $575,000-4.2%$266/sqft |
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| 4/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $599,900+118.1%$278/sqft |
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| 7/10/2019 | Sold | $275,000$127/sqft |
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| 2/19/2019 | Pending sale | $275,000$127/sqft |
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| 11/8/2018 | Price change | $275,000-8%$127/sqft |
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| 9/25/2018 | Pending sale | $299,000$138/sqft |
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| 8/20/2018 | Price change | $299,000-8%$138/sqft |
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| 8/18/2018 | Price change | $325,000-14.4%$150/sqft |
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| 8/11/2018 | Listed for sale | $379,500$176/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,508 -12.7% | $620,180 +2.1% |
| 2024 | $5,165 +19.8% | $607,690 +2.8% |
| 2023 | $4,310 +132.6% | $591,110 +2.8% |
| 2022 | $1,853 +6.3% | $574,980 +104.3% |
| 2021 | $1,744 +5.4% | $281,470 +4.1% |
| 2020 | $1,654 +25.6% | $270,290 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $1,317 +9.4% | $256,130 0% |
| 2017 | $1,204 +9.4% | $256,200 +19.6% |
| 2016 | $1,101 +9.7% | $214,300 +13.1% |
| 2015 | $1,003 +8.5% | $189,430 +5.8% |
| 2014 | $925 -4.1% | $179,010 -2% |
| 2013 | $965 -5.9% | $182,590 -6.2% |
| 2012 | $1,026 | $194,650 |
| 2011 | $1,026 +21% | $194,650 -21.9% |
| 2010 | $848 +27.2% | $249,280 -0.3% |
| 2009 | $666 +6.2% | $250,130 +29.2% |
| 2007 | $627 +5.2% | $193,640 +39.7% |
| 2006 | $596 -23.2% | $138,620 +16.6% |
| 2005 | $777 +11.6% | $118,930 +7.6% |
| 2004 | $696 -10.1% | $110,500 -0.1% |
| 2003 | $774 +8.4% | $110,620 +6% |
| 2002 | $714 -1.5% | $104,357 -1.1% |
| 2001 | $725 | $105,518 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Washington Highlands
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Simon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Hart Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Ballou High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Ballou Senior
- 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.
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