Sold strictly AS-IS. Investor opportunity in the heart of Congress Heights! This end-unit rowhome shell has been completely gutted and is ready for your vision. A rare chance to renovate from the ground up, the property offers excellent potential for a fix-and-flip, long-term rental, or resale project. The end-unit location provides additional natural light and added design flexibility. Situated in a rapidly developing area of Southeast DC, the home is just minutes from the Congress Heights Metro Station (Green Line), Giant Food, shopping, dining, and the transformative St. Elizabeths East redevelopment. Nearby attractions include CareFirst Arena, home of the Washington Mystics and Capital City Go-Go, plus convenient access to Downtown DC, Navy Yard, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, and major commuter routes. Bring your contractor and imagination—this is a prime value-add opportunity in one of DC's growing neighborhoods.
For sale
Price cut: $15K (7/1)
$185,000
1457 Congress Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
2beds
1,040sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
2,106 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 9 days |
- 194 |
- 6 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Craig Fauver 202-643-4687,
Craig Fauver Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2269566
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 416
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,248
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 832
- Finished area below ground: 208
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,106 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5889//0012
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $178/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $277,740
- Annual tax amount: $2,345
- Date on market: 6/23/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,148/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $185,000-7.5%$178/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $200,000-33.3%$192/sqft |
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| 1/17/2022 | Listing removed | $299,999$288/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2000260 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2021 | Listed for sale | $299,999$288/sqft |
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| 3/12/2021 | Listing removed | $299,999$288/sqft |
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| 2/26/2021 | Listed for sale | $299,999+976.3%$288/sqft |
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| 10/29/2020 | Sold | $27,873$27/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,345 -82.6% | $275,840 +2.4% |
| 2024 | $13,470 +4.2% | $269,390 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $12,930 +546.7% | $258,600 +9.9% |
| 2022 | $1,999 +4.5% | $235,220 +4.5% |
| 2021 | $1,914 -82.6% | $225,180 +2.5% |
| 2020 | $10,984 +16.9% | $219,670 +16.9% |
| 2018 | $9,397 +73.9% | $187,930 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $5,404 -67.9% | $184,750 +9.8% |
| 2016 | $16,819 +4.7% | $168,190 +4.7% |
| 2015 | $16,059 +297.8% | $160,590 +8.3% |
| 2014 | $4,037 +439.9% | $148,220 -5.6% |
| 2013 | $748 +6% | $157,070 +4.4% |
| 2012 | $705 | $150,490 |
| 2011 | $705 +17.2% | $150,490 -15% |
| 2010 | $602 +77.2% | $177,060 -5.1% |
| 2009 | $340 -2.4% | $186,480 +22.1% |
| 2007 | $348 +5.2% | $152,710 +25.4% |
| 2006 | $331 -38.8% | $121,770 +21.5% |
| 2005 | $541 +12% | $100,190 +6.3% |
| 2004 | $483 +12% | $94,230 +25.8% |
| 2003 | $431 +19.8% | $74,930 +11% |
| 2002 | $360 +13.3% | $67,508 +7% |
| 2001 | $318 | $63,092 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Douglas
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Turner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Johnson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Ballou High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20020
- Douglas
- 1457 Congress Pl SE
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