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.
Property Features
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Washer
- Washer - Front Loading
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- Heating Features: Hot Water
- Heating: Yes
- Ceiling Fans: Yes
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.05
- Lot Size Square Feet: 2343
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: On Street
Homeowners Association
- Association: No
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
- Pet Description: No Pet Restrictions
- Senior Community: No
School Information
- Elementary School: SIMON
- High School: BALLOU SENIOR
- School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 2298
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: WASHINGTON
- Disclaimer: Standard
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: CONGRESS HEIGHTS
- Postal Code Plus 4: 4105
- Subdivision: CONGRESS HEIGHTS
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1744
- Year Built: 1947
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1224
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 520
- Below Grade Unfinished Area: 92
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Levels: 3
- Property Age: 78
- Levels or Stories: 3
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Total Area Sqft: 1836
- Total Below Grade Area: 612
- Architectural Style: Traditional