1722 Galen St SE, Washington, DC, 20020
About This Home
This brick home presents a unique opportunity for buyers, investors, or anyone looking to add value in a growing Southeast DC location. With classic Washington, DC character, a private driveway, and a basement offering flexible additional space, this property provides the foundation for a variety of possibilities. Whether you are looking to personalize your next home, expand your investment portfolio, or explore long-term potential in an evolving area, this property offers convenience and accessibility that support both lifestyle and opportunity. Located within easy reach of Capitol Hill, Navy Yard, downtown DC, parks, dining, shopping, and entertainment, the location keeps you connected to everything the city has to offer. The basement adds versatility for storage, recreation, workspace, or future customization, while the driveway provides the added convenience of off-street parking, a valuable feature for city living. Nearby community investment and redevelopment continue to bring energy and momentum to the surrounding area, making this an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking both convenience and potential. If you have been searching for an investor special or a property with room to make your own vision come to life, this home is worth exploring. Photos may be virtually staged
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Washer,Cooktop,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 364
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,425
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,789
- Total interior livable area: 1,425 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 5755//0129
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: R
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 2,318 sqft
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across District of Columbia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,137 | $13,644 |
| Home Insurance * | $60 | $720 |
| Property Taxes | $123 | $1,476 |
| Electricity | $118 | $1,417 |
| Total | $1,438 | $17,256 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
District of Columbia FAIR Plan Programs
District of Columbia Property Insurance Facility
Wildfire
HailWindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Contingent | $225,000 |
| 2026-07-23 | Price change | $225,000 |
| 2026-06-26 | Price change | $275,000 |
| 2026-05-28 | Listed for sale | $300,000 |
| 2007-10-10 | Sold | $150,000 |
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