Welcome to 720 Congress Street SE! This charming home offers classic DC character with modern potential. Featuring 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths, the property boasts an open layout, ample natural light, and a private outdoor space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upper level bathroom renovated 2022 and lower level bathroom renovated 2025. Abundant Parking Right Out Front! An entertainer's delight with street parking for you and all your guests. Nestled in a sought-after neighborhood, you’ll enjoy easy access to Capitol Hill, parks, dining, and major commuter routes. Whether you’re looking to personalize or move right in, this home is a fantastic opportunity to own in the heart of Washington, DC.
Sold for $400,000
$400,000
720 Congress St SE, Washington, DC 20032
3beds
1,836sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
2,981 Square Feet Lot
$398,600 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$2,748 Estimated rent
Home value
$398,600
$379,000 - $419,000
$2,748/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 04, 2026 at 09:39am
Listed by:
Umeka Coleman 240-817-9522,
Keller Williams Preferred Properties
Bought with:
Amadu Forna, 5088867
Metro Houses Real Estate Services
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2223042
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 612
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,836
- Total interior livable area: 1,836 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
- Finished area below ground: 612
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,981 sqft
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5958//0015
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- 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: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Congress Heights
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/4/2026 | Sold | $400,000$218/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2223042 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2025 | Contingent | $400,000$218/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $400,000-2.4%$218/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $410,000-2.4%$223/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $420,000+162.5%$229/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,626 +2.7% | $426,570 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $3,532 +2.3% | $415,490 +2.3% |
| 2023 | $3,453 +35.2% | $406,290 +7.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Congress Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Hart Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Ballou High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 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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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20032
- Congress Heights
- 720 Congress St SE