BACK ON THE MARKET! Welcome to this turnkey, move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home at 742 Congress St SE — a rare find offering space, functionality, and modern upgrades in a single-family layout. The main level and upper floor feature hardwood flooring throughout, lending a clean, classic feel. The lower level is finished with tile, making it ideal for the basement bathroom, laundry area, or a flexible rec room. SPACIOUS LAYOUT: 3 bedrooms upstairs plus an additional room on the top level for a home office or guest room. BATHROOMS: Half bath on the main level for guests, and a full bath in the basement offers privacy and convenience. RECENT UPDATES: Brand-new appliances, new water heater, and an in-unit washer/dryer — no utility updates needed for years. OUTDOOR LIVING: A private rear deck and backyard shed add functional space for storage, gardening, or outdoor entertaining. Well-maintained and ready to go — a clean, solid canvas for the next owner to make their own. This home balances comfortable living with practical amenities — ideal as a family residence or for an investor looking for a low-maintenance rental. Ask about Down Payment Assistance Programs
For sale
$384,000
742 Congress St SE, Washington, DC 20032
3beds
1,744sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
2,343 Square Feet Lot
$389,700 Zestimate®
$220/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New water heaterSpacious layoutBrand-new appliancesPrivate rear deck
- 123 days |
- 349 |
- 33 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 11, 2026 at 02:56pm
Listed by:
James Williams 240-401-4002,
Keller Williams Capital Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2233356
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 100.0
- Area: 612
Heating
- Hot Water, Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,836
- Total interior livable area: 1,744 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
- Finished area below ground: 520
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 2,343 Square Feet
- Features: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 5958//0008
- Zoning: R-1
- 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: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Excellent,Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Congress Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $220/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $365,030
- Annual tax amount: $2,298
- Date on market: 12/4/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Ownership: Fee Simple
James Williams
(240) 401-4002
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Estimated market value
$389,700
$370,000 - $409,000
$2,953/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $384,000$220/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2233356 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2026 | Contingent | $384,000$220/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2233356 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $384,000+16.4%$220/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2233356 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2024 | Listing removed | $2,695$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,695$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2018 | Sold | $330,000-2.7%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2018 | Price change | $339,000-1.6%$194/sqft |
Source: Envision Realty, LLC #1002055972 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2018 | Price change | $344,500-1.6%$198/sqft |
Source: Envision Realty, LLC #1002055972 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2018 | Listed for sale | $350,000+337.5%$201/sqft |
Source: Envision Realty, LLC #1002055972 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/1997 | Sold | $80,000$46/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,299 -26.4% | $360,260 +3.4% |
| 2024 | $3,122 | $348,370 +2.9% |
| 2023 | $3,122 | $338,610 +8% |
| 2022 | $3,122 | $313,470 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $3,122 -86.4% | $300,520 +32.8% |
| 2020 | $22,920 +1149.5% | $226,330 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $1,834 +1.6% | $215,810 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $1,806 +18.1% | $212,500 +18.1% |
| 2016 | $1,529 +11.5% | $179,930 +11.5% |
| 2015 | $1,371 +5.1% | $161,310 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $1,305 -2.6% | $153,530 -2.6% |
| 2013 | $1,340 -5.3% | $157,670 -5.3% |
| 2012 | $1,416 | $166,540 |
| 2011 | $1,416 -22.1% | $166,540 -22.1% |
| 2010 | $1,818 -6% | $213,860 -6% |
| 2009 | $1,933 +22.8% | $227,460 +27.1% |
| 2007 | $1,575 +28.6% | $178,930 +34.4% |
| 2006 | $1,224 +12.9% | $133,090 +17.8% |
| 2005 | $1,085 +12.7% | $112,980 +12.7% |
| 2004 | $962 +156.3% | $100,240 -7.4% |
| 2003 | $375 +8.5% | $108,220 +6% |
| 2002 | $346 +8.6% | $102,091 +5.9% |
| 2001 | $319 | $96,403 |
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Est. payment
$2,188/mo
Principal & interest
$1980
Property taxes
$208
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Climate risks
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
- Elementary: Simon
- High: Ballou Senior
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20032
- Congress Heights
- 742 Congress St SE
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