




742 Congress St SE, Washington, DC, 20032
About This Home
OPEN HOUSE SAT 12-1! Also for RENT! 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
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Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Excellent,Very Good
- Year built: 1947
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Microwave,Dishwasher,Dryer,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Dryer In Unit,Washer In Unit
Basement
- Area: 612
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood,Ceramic Tile
- Finished area below ground: 520
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Hot Water,Electric
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s),Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,836
- Total interior livable area: 1,744 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 5958//0008
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: R-1
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Lot size: 2,343 sqft
- Features: Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
