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Sold for $385,000
    • $385,000

    1440 Alabama Ave SE, Washington, DC 20032

    4beds
    1,216sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    2,032 Square Feet Lot
    $386,200 Zestimate®
    $317/sqft
    $3,234 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $386,200

    $367,000 - $406,000

    $3,234/mo

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    What's special

    Deep wide lotNew roofGenerous living spaceNew flooring throughoutRenovated fully-loaded galley kitchenConvenient full-size washer-dryerCoat closet
    "Blue Sanctuary"! This semi-detached 4BR gem stands out for its exceptional FLEXIBILITY. Enjoy it as a 4BR-2BA dwelling or as your work-from-home headquarters. The main level features generous LIVING SPACE; a renovated, fully-loaded GALLEY KITCHEN with new and like-new stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, and under-cabinet lighting; a renovated FULL BATH; a COAT CLOSET; and a unique BONUS ROOM set off by elegant, full-lite french doors. The Bonus Room, situated opposite the Kitchen, can serve as either a main-level Bedroom, a formal Dining Room, and/or a work-from-home Conference Room / Office. The second floor features 3 more BEDROOMS, a second renovated FULL BATH, LINEN CLOSET, and convenient full-size WASHER-DRYER. Bedroom 3 adds more flexibility as it can serve as either a Bedroom, Guest Room, or HOME OFFICE / LIBRARY. The location offers hi-speed FIOS for blazing fast internet and wi-fi. This renovated property starts with a NEW ROOF and a young HVAC system and a recent HEAVY-UP of the electrical service followed by NEW FLOORING throughout. And it comes with a generous HOME WARRANTY. The deep, wide lot offers an expansive front and side lawn with colorful flower beds, lush greenery, a large enclosed, semi-private rear GATED PATIO for outdoor living and entertaining, and OFF-STREET PARKING for up to 4 vehicles. Plenty of room for additional exterior features and storage. The location offers proximity to major routes and Capitol Hill and is a mere 5-minute walk to/from the Congress Heights Metro. Enjoy a variety of amenities and conveniences all within a stone's throw. Affordability. Lifestyle. And FLEXIBILITY at its best!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Steven Washington 202-246-7404,

    Cliftine Jones, Ltd.

    Bought with:

    Raquel Torres O'Brien

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2262520MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • None, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Upper Level
    Features
    • Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Galley, Kitchen - Table Space, Other, Dry Wall
    • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
    • Doors: Storm Door(s), Six Panel
    • Windows: Double Hung, Window Treatments
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,216
    • Total interior livable area: 1,216 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,216
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Crushed Stone, Off Street, Attached Carport, On Street
    • Carport spaces: 3
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden
    Lot
    • Size: 2,032 Square Feet
    • Features: Landscaped, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Sloped, Front Yard, Urban Land-Beltsville-Chillum
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 5889//0055
    • Zoning: RA-1
    • Zoning description: (See DC Zoning Map for details.)
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Brick, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Crawl Space, Other
    • Roof: Flat,Rubber,Asphalt
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1953

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Congress Heights
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $317/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $303,340
    • Annual tax amount: $1,796
    • Date on market: 6/15/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/26/2026Sold$385,000-3.7%$317/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2262520 Report a problem
    7/17/2026Contingent$399,900$329/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2262520 Report a problem
    6/15/2026Listed for sale$399,900+77.7%$329/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2262520 Report a problem
    3/20/2026Sold$225,000+12.5%$185/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2244864 Report a problem
    2/28/2026Pending sale$200,000$164/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2244864 Report a problem
    2/23/2026Price change$200,000-20%$164/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2244864 Report a problem
    2/9/2026Listed for sale$250,000$206/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2244864 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026$2,578 +43.6%$303,340 +0.7%
    2025$1,796 +5.1%$301,140 +3.4%
    2024$1,708 +8.4%$291,300 +3.9%
    2023$1,577 +6.6%$280,480 +11%
    2022$1,478 +7.1%$252,610 +3.9%
    2021$1,381 +9.6%$243,020 +2.8%
    2020$1,260 +19%$236,440 +17.4%
    2018$1,059 +9.2%$201,470 +2.5%
    2017$970 +9.3%$196,540 +10.3%
    2016$887 +9.7%$178,190 +3.6%
    2015$809 +8.5%$171,990 +8.9%
    2014$746 -11%$157,930 -6.7%
    2013$838 +8.2%$169,260 +4.3%
    2012$774 $162,250
    2011$774 +21%$162,250 -13.8%
    2010$640 +28.2%$188,220 -4.7%
    2009$499 +3%$197,490 +18.7%
    2007$485 +5.2%$166,320 +30.5%
    2006$461 -28.9%$127,490 +20.8%
    2005$648 +8.3%$105,520 +5.2%
    2004$599 +5.1%$100,350 +12.4%
    2003$569 +17.5%$89,310 +11%
    2002$484 +11.6%$80,458 +7%
    2001$434 $75,194
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    Neighborhood: Douglas

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Johnson
    • 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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