This brick home presents a unique opportunity for buyers, investors, or anyone looking to add value in a growing Southeast DC location. With classic Washington, DC character, a private driveway, and a basement offering flexible additional space, this property provides the foundation for a variety of possibilities. Whether you are looking to personalize your next home, expand your investment portfolio, or explore long-term potential in an evolving area, this property offers convenience and accessibility that support both lifestyle and opportunity. Located within easy reach of Capitol Hill, Navy Yard, downtown DC, parks, dining, shopping, and entertainment, the location keeps you connected to everything the city has to offer. The basement adds versatility for storage, recreation, workspace, or future customization, while the driveway provides the added convenience of off-street parking, a valuable feature for city living. Nearby community investment and redevelopment continue to bring energy and momentum to the surrounding area, making this an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking both convenience and potential. If you have been searching for an investor special or a property with room to make your own vision come to life, this home is worth exploring. Photos may be virtually staged
For sale
Price cut: $25K (6/26)
$275,000
1722 Galen St SE, Washington, DC 20020
3beds
1,425sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
2,318 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Off-street parkingPrivate drivewayBrick home
- 38 days |
- 404 |
- 24 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Debbie Reynolds 240-885-6806,
Keller Williams Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: Robert Harley 301-205-5592,
Keller Williams Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2264062
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 364
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,789
- Total interior livable area: 1,425 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,425
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,318 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5755//0129
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Anacostia
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $368,480
- Annual tax amount: $2,335
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Price change | $275,000-8.3%$193/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $300,000+100%$211/sqft |
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| 10/10/2007 | Sold | $150,000$105/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,335 +2.4% | $364,600 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $2,282 +8% | $355,460 +2.8% |
| 2023 | $2,113 +7.7% | $345,660 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $1,962 +8.9% | $315,410 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $1,802 +9.7% | $295,420 +3.4% |
| 2020 | $1,643 +19.5% | $285,690 +15% |
| 2018 | $1,375 +9.4% | $248,510 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $1,257 +9.4% | $242,210 +9.6% |
| 2016 | $1,149 +9.8% | $220,910 +6.1% |
| 2015 | $1,047 +8.8% | $208,240 +13.6% |
| 2014 | $962 -1.1% | $183,330 -0.1% |
| 2013 | $972 -21.7% | $183,460 -14.1% |
| 2012 | $1,241 | $213,500 |
| 2011 | $1,241 -22.4% | $213,500 -16.5% |
| 2010 | $1,600 -6.5% | $255,750 -4.9% |
| 2009 | $1,711 +346.5% | $268,850 +26.1% |
| 2007 | $383 +5.2% | $213,200 +26.4% |
| 2006 | $364 -17.5% | $168,710 +22.6% |
| 2005 | $442 | $137,660 +14.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $120,140 +7.6% |
| 2003 | $392 +18.7% | $111,650 +13% |
| 2002 | $330 +8.8% | $98,803 +6% |
| 2001 | $303 | $93,210 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Anacostia
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Ketcham Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Kramer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Anacostia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ketcham
- Middle: Kramer
- High: Anacostia
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20020
- Anacostia
- 1722 Galen St SE







