Unlock the potential in Hillcrest, one of DC’s most sought-after neighborhoods! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath detached home is the perfect opportunity for a buyer ready to customize and create value. Sitting on a generous fenced lot with mature trees, this home features a closed-in porch for outdoor enjoyment, a full basement with a separate entrance, and a finished attic with room to expand — offering multiple paths to build equity. Whether you’re an owner-occupant searching for a future showpiece or an investor looking for a promising rebuild or buy-and-hold opportunity, this property checks the boxes. The home has already been appraised, the short sale value is set, and the deal is ready to move forward. Property is sold As-Is and is subject to third-party (short sale) approval. No repairs or credits will be given. Buyers are responsible for verifying all information, including square footage and permits. Utilities may be off — please show with caution. With solid structure, expansion potential, and one of the best locations in Southeast DC, 2040 31st Place SE is a rare chance to design the home you want in the neighborhood everyone wants.
Sold for $355,000
$355,000
2040 31st Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
3beds
1,465sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$353,900 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$3,820 Estimated rent
Home value
$353,900
$336,000 - $372,000
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Generous fenced lotMature treesClosed-in porch
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Listed by:
Benita Johnson 804-357-3981,
Murrell, Inc.
Bought with:
Julie Mulvee, SP8366526
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2229974
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Other, Oil, Natural Gas Available
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,706
- Total interior livable area: 1,465 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 805
- Finished area below ground: 660
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,792 sqft
- Features: Mixed Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5659//0817
- Zoning: R1B
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: No Septic System, Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Hillcrest
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Sold | $355,000-2.7%$242/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2229974 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2025 | Contingent | $365,000$249/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2229974 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $365,000$249/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2229974 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $955 +0.7% | $358,280 +1.7% |
| 2024 | $948 +0.6% | $352,350 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $942 -0.4% | $339,590 +8.7% |
| 2022 | $946 +3.9% | $312,510 +2.7% |
| 2021 | $910 +4.7% | $304,310 +2.3% |
| 2020 | $870 +9% | $297,540 +11.2% |
| 2018 | $798 +9.4% | $267,510 +9.6% |
| 2017 | $729 +4.9% | $244,050 +3.7% |
| 2016 | $695 +9.2% | $235,330 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $637 -1.7% | $221,270 -0.6% |
| 2014 | $648 -18.8% | $222,670 -13.3% |
| 2013 | $798 | $256,930 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Good Hope
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Beers Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Sousa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Anacostia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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Estimated market value
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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20020
- Good Hope
- 2040 31st Pl SE
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