Primary on Main
Address
157 Chesapeake Street Sw, Washington, DC
Price
$ 539,999
Property Attributes
- MLS#DCDC2270906
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyWASHINGTON
- CityWashington
- NeighborhoodCongress Heights
- Zip20032
- StyleCape Cod
- Year Built1941
- Taxes$ 3746
- Price$ 539,999
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1826
- Lot Size0.14 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
PRICE TO SELL! Incredible Opportunity in Southwest Washington, DC! Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a single-family home in the heart of Southwest Washington, DC! Whether you're a homeowner looking to customize your dream home using FHA 203(k) renovation financing or an investor searching for your next project, this property offers tremendous potential. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, Metro access, major commuter routes, and the National Harbor, this home combines convenience with opportunity. Bring your vision and transform this property into something truly special while building equity in one of Washington, DC's most desirable locations. Property Highlights: Single-family home Excellent opportunity for FHA 203(k) financing Ideal for investors or owner-occupants Conveniently located near shopping, Metro, and National Harbor Priced to sell! Schedule your client's private showing today! For additional information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Listing Agent Tracy Arnold-Nixon. This rare opportunity won't last long!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Listed $539,999 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1826 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Septic,Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | 0-30 Days CD |
| Appliances | Cooktop,Dishwasher,Microwave,Oven - Single,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer - Front Loading,Dryer - Front Loading |
| Zoning | RESIDENTIAL |
| Patio/Porch Features | Brick |
| Architectural Style | Cape Cod |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| School District | DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1941 |
| Levels | 3 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Natural Gas |
| Accessibility | 2+ Access Exits,32 + wide Doors |
| County | WASHINGTON |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | CONGRESS HEIGHTS |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | See GPS |
| City | WASHINGTON |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 6250.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 440730.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3746.0 |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Full Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 427.21 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 2008 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | Congress Heights |
| Tax Lot | 9 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Dining Area |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas,Central |
| Basement | Full,Fully Finished |
| Hot Water | Natural Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1264 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 562 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Laundry Type | Basement |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT | 182 |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 3 |
| Type of Parking | Attached Carport |
| Foundation Details | Brick/Mortar |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.14 |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Soil Types | Unknown |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Attached Carport Spaces | 3 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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