Welcome to 1402 42nd St SE — a fully remodeled, top‑to‑bottom renovation offering modern finishes, thoughtful upgrades, and turnkey living in the heart of Fort Dupont. This beautifully redesigned home features brand‑new systems updated electrical and plumbing, luxury flooring, contemporary fixtures, and a sleek, reimagined kitchen and baths that deliver both style and function. Located in one of DC’s most convenient and commuter‑friendly pockets, you’re just minutes from Fort Dupont Park, Fort Circle Trails, Penn Branch, and the rapidly developing Skyland Town Center with restaurants, retail, and everyday essentials. Enjoy quick access to Minnesota Ave Metro Station (Orange Line), multiple bus routes, and major corridors including Pennsylvania Ave, East Capitol St, and I‑295, making travel to Capitol Hill, Navy Yard, and downtown seamless. This home offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades and urban accessibility — a standout opportunity for buyers seeking a fully renovated property in a thriving Southeast DC community.
For sale
Price cut: $50K (7/31)
$400,000
1402 42nd St SE, Washington, DC 20020
2beds
1,296sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1953
1,307 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$309/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Contemporary fixturesThoughtful upgradesUpdated electrical and plumbingLuxury flooringModern finishes
- 37 days |
- 55 |
- 2 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mr. Kirk Chatman 240-447-1977,
Fairfax Realty Premier
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2273532
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 432
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,296
- Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
- Finished area below ground: 432
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 1,307 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5373/S/0009
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Brick Front
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Fort Dupont Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $309/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $265,880
- Annual tax amount: $2,208
- Date on market: 7/15/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $400,000-11.1%$309/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2273532 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000$347/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2273532 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,208 +1.9% | $259,710 +1.9% |
| 2024 | $2,165 +2% | $254,760 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,122 +7.3% | $249,700 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $1,979 +5.9% | $232,780 +5.9% |
| 2021 | $1,869 -0.1% | $219,890 -0.1% |
| 2020 | $1,870 +7.5% | $220,050 +7.5% |
| 2018 | $1,739 +14.2% | $204,610 +14.2% |
| 2017 | $1,523 +9.3% | $179,200 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $1,393 +5.1% | $163,910 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $1,326 +8.1% | $156,030 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $1,227 -2.3% | $144,360 -2.3% |
| 2013 | $1,255 -7.7% | $147,690 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $1,360 | $160,050 |
| 2011 | $1,360 -20.8% | $160,050 -20.8% |
| 2010 | $1,718 -6.4% | $202,100 -6.4% |
| 2009 | $1,835 +22.7% | $215,830 +27.1% |
| 2007 | $1,495 +28% | $169,850 +33.8% |
| 2006 | $1,168 +12.4% | $126,910 +17.3% |
| 2005 | $1,039 +11.7% | $108,180 +11.7% |
| 2004 | $930 +15.9% | $96,830 +15.9% |
| 2003 | $802 0% | $83,540 0% |
| 2002 | $802 -9% | $83,544 +9% |
| 2001 | $881 | $76,646 |
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Neighborhood: Fort Davis
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Beers Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Sousa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Anacostia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 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.
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