Discover this charming and meticulously maintained all-brick semi-detached home located right on the D.C. and Maryland border. This prime location offers unmatched convenience, with easy access to shopping, public transit, and all major roadways connecting you to Downtown D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Step inside to find a light-filled interior featuring beautiful hardwood floors that span both the main and upper levels. The spacious living room is bathed in natural light, flowing seamlessly into a dedicated dining area—perfect for entertaining. The functional main level also includes a convenient half bath. Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms and a full hall bathroom. The home extends your living space into the lower level, which boasts a finished recreation room, laundry/mechanical area, and ample storage, plus a convenient walk-out to the private, fenced backyard. Outside, enjoy the privacy of your fully fenced yard with a custom wooden gate leading from the front porch to the rear garden. This clean, move-in-ready home offers incredible value. Don’t miss your chance to own this gem!
For sale
$355,000
609 Galveston St SE, Washington, DC 20032
3beds
1,632sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
1,730 Square Feet Lot
$212,100 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ample storageThree generously sized bedroomsFully fenced yardAll-brick semi-detached homeBeautiful hardwood floorsLight-filled interior
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mr. Eugene Northrop 202-288-1468,
RE/MAX United Real Estate
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2290542
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 544
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Full,Heated,Partially Finished,Windows,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,632
- Total interior livable area: 1,632 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,088
- Finished area below ground: 544
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 1,730 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 6213//0013
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Congress Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $257,970
- Annual tax amount: $439
- Date on market: 11/4/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,FHA 203(b),VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$212,100
$168,000 - $261,000
$2,482/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $355,000$218/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2290542 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $439 0% | $257,970 +2% |
| 2025 | $439 -0.7% | $252,880 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $442 -0.9% | $245,720 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $446 -2.9% | $234,560 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $460 +2.8% | $216,280 +5.3% |
| 2021 | $447 +4.4% | $205,370 +4.2% |
| 2020 | $429 +7.7% | $197,170 +8% |
| 2018 | $398 +9% | $182,590 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $365 +9% | $179,540 +10.4% |
| 2016 | $335 +9.5% | $162,620 +13.4% |
| 2015 | $306 -0.3% | $143,380 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $307 -7.3% | $142,390 -3.1% |
| 2013 | $331 -10.9% | $146,950 -5.1% |
| 2012 | $371 | $154,890 |
| 2011 | $371 +6.5% | $154,890 -24.5% |
| 2010 | $349 +53.1% | $205,140 -7.2% |
| 2009 | $228 +1.9% | $221,080 +34.6% |
| 2007 | $224 +5.2% | $164,220 +34% |
| 2006 | $213 -64.3% | $122,570 +18.2% |
| 2005 | $595 +12% | $103,670 +11% |
| 2004 | $532 +68.8% | $93,370 -2.4% |
| 2003 | $315 0% | $95,620 |
| 2002 | $315 +17.9% | $95,620 +11.6% |
| 2001 | $267 | $85,681 |
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Neighborhood: Washington Highlands
Nearby schools
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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