Welcome to 1461 Congress Place SE, a charming brick end unit rowhome on an extra-large corner lot only blocks from Metro in the heart of Washington DC. Step inside and you will find gorgeous hardwood floors and a comfortable combined living and dining area. The kitchen features new flooring, white cabinets, newer stainless-steel range and refrigerator, and a door to the back porch and yard. Wood stairs lead to the second floor with 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level is fully finished and has a family room, an updated full bath, laundry area, plus a separate outside entrance for flexibility providing the option to rent the basement short term to generate additional income. Here you have peace of mind knowing that you have an energy saving Nest smart thermostat, Ring front door camera and rear spotlight, a newer HVAC system, replacement windows, plus brick repointing and French drain. Outside, the fully fenced yard is an expansive, pet-ready space offering plenty of outdoor enjoyment for gardening, barbecues, or relaxing in the sun. From here, it’s just a short 7-minute walk to the Congress Heights Metro station plus convenient shops, grocery and restaurants are only a block away. Welcome home!
For sale
$380,000
1461 Congress Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
3beds
1,232sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1950
4,147 Square Feet Lot
$379,500 Zestimate®
$308/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 1 day |
- 40 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kris Walker 703-981-7802,
KW United,
Listing Team: The Walker Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2270926
Loading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Recreation Room
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Other, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,248
- Total interior livable area: 1,232 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 832
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 4,147 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Urban Land-Beltsville-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5889//0014
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Randle Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $308/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $406,380
- Annual tax amount: $3,501
- Date on market: 6/29/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$379,500
$361,000 - $398,000
$3,086/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $380,000-5%$308/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2270926 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2024 | Listing removed | $2,800$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,800+51.4%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2135076 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2024 | Price change | $400,000-5.9%$325/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2135076 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2024 | Price change | $425,000-3.4%$345/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2135076 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $440,000+25.7%$357/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2135076 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2019 | Listing removed | $1,850$2/sqft |
Source: Nomadic Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,850$2/sqft |
Source: Nomadic Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2019 | Sold | $350,000-6.7%$284/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2019 | Listed for sale | $375,000+50%$304/sqft |
Source: USRealty.com LLP #DCDC348322 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2018 | Sold | $250,000-5.7%$203/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2018 | Pending sale | $265,000$215/sqft |
Source: Taylor Properties #1002092806 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $265,000$215/sqft |
Source: Taylor Properties #1002092806 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,501 +30.5% | $411,900 +2.3% |
| 2024 | $2,683 +7.1% | $402,740 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $2,506 +7.9% | $390,130 +10.8% |
| 2022 | $2,323 +51.1% | $352,000 +5.8% |
| 2021 | $1,537 -24.7% | $332,600 +38.5% |
| 2020 | $2,041 +263.7% | $240,090 +16.4% |
| 2018 | $561 +9.3% | $206,260 +1.9% |
| 2017 | $514 +9.3% | $202,450 +10% |
| 2016 | $470 +9.7% | $184,000 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $428 +8.6% | $177,270 +8.7% |
| 2014 | $394 -9.6% | $163,010 -5.9% |
| 2013 | $437 +8.3% | $173,170 +2.7% |
| 2012 | $403 | $168,600 |
| 2011 | $403 +21% | $168,600 -13.9% |
| 2010 | $333 +81.1% | $195,920 -5.6% |
| 2009 | $184 -1.2% | $207,470 +22% |
| 2007 | $186 +5.2% | $170,070 +22.8% |
| 2006 | $177 -37.1% | $138,520 +26.1% |
| 2005 | $281 +12% | $109,850 +9.9% |
| 2004 | $251 +12% | $99,990 +30.3% |
| 2003 | $224 +19.4% | $76,710 +11% |
| 2002 | $188 +13.1% | $69,110 +7% |
| 2001 | $166 | $64,589 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Douglas
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Turner Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 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
- 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.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20020
- Douglas
- 1461 Congress Pl SE
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other Washington Topics
