2551 Alabama Ave SE
Washington, DC 20020
Property Highlights
- 1907 Semi-Detached Home
- 3 Bedrooms 2.5 Baths
- 1639 Sq Ft Interior
- Congress Heights SE
- Close to Anacostia Metro
- Historic DC Row Character
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Property Details
Price: $490,000
3 Bed
3 Bath
1,639 Sq Ft
Year Built: 1907
Price: $490,000
3 Bed
3 Bath
1,639 Sq Ft
Year Built: 1907
Executive Summary
Built in 1907 and situated along Alabama Avenue SE in Congress Heights, this semi-detached home delivers 1,639 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths. The residence carries the structural character of early-twentieth-century DC construction while offering a practical layout for everyday living. Priced at $490,000, it represents a substantive footprint in an established SE Washington neighborhood with direct access to the Anacostia Metro corridor and the broader amenities of the Congress Heights commercial district.
A 1907 Semi-Detached Home in Congress Heights SE
The home at 2551 Alabama Avenue SE sits within one of Southeast Washington’s most historically rooted neighborhoods. Built in 1907, the semi-detached structure reflects the architectural sensibility of early-twentieth-century DC residential construction. At 1,639 square feet, the layout accommodates three bedrooms and two full baths plus a half bath across a well-proportioned floor plan.
Congress Heights carries a distinct identity within SE Washington, anchored by Alabama Avenue and the commercial and civic activity along Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue. The neighborhood sits within close reach of the Anacostia Metro station on the Green Line, connecting residents to the broader DC transit network. Local parks, community institutions, and neighborhood retail contribute to the area’s established character.
The asking price of $490,000 positions this home competitively within the SE Washington market for a property of this age, size, and type. Semi-detached homes of this vintage are increasingly sought after for their structural integrity and lot presence. The combination of interior square footage and historic construction makes this a notable opportunity in the Congress Heights submarket.
Property at a Glance
- Built 1907
- Semi-Detached Structure
- 1,639 Square Feet
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Baths Plus Half Bath
- Congress Heights SE
- Green Line Access
1907 Semi-Detached Home in Congress Heights SE
Interior and Layout
- 1,639 square feet of interior living space
- Three-bedroom configuration across the floor plan
- Two full baths plus one half bath
- Semi-detached structure with defined room separation
- Built in 1907 with early-twentieth-century construction character
Kitchen and Living Areas
- Kitchen positioned within the home's main living level
- Defined dining and living room areas consistent with 1907 layout
- Room proportions reflecting the generous scale of the period
- Opportunity for updates within the existing floor plan
Bedrooms and Baths
- Three bedrooms providing versatile room configurations
- Two full baths serving the upper level
- Half bath on the main living level
- Room sizes consistent with early-twentieth-century DC residential construction
Exterior and Site
- Semi-detached structure with exterior presence on Alabama Ave SE
- Residential lot consistent with Congress Heights streetscape
- Front and rear exterior access typical of this construction era
- Neighborhood setting along an established SE Washington corridor
What Sets This Apart
- 1907 construction brings structural depth rarely found at this price point
- Semi-detached configuration provides privacy and exterior presence
- 1,639 square feet is a substantive footprint for SE Washington
- Congress Heights location with direct Green Line Metro access
- Historic residential character within an established DC neighborhood
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Transit Access
- Anacostia Metro Station on the Green Line
- Multiple Metrobus routes along Alabama Ave SE
- Access to downtown DC via Green Line
- Proximity to the DC Circulator network
Dining and Coffee
- Neighborhood dining along Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE
- Local cafes and carry-out options in Congress Heights
- Restaurants and eateries in the Anacostia commercial district
- Additional dining accessible via Green Line
Grocery and Retail
- Neighborhood grocery options in the Congress Heights corridor
- Retail services along Alabama Ave SE
- Pharmacy and health services nearby
- Community-serving retail in the immediate area
Parks and Community
- Fort Stanton Park in the surrounding SE neighborhood
- Community centers serving the Congress Heights area
- Nearby recreational facilities and open green space
- Civic and cultural institutions along the Alabama Ave corridor
Property Location
About 2551 Alabama Ave SE
The home at 2551 Alabama Avenue SE is a semi-detached residence built in 1907, offering 1,639 square feet of interior space across three bedrooms and two and a half baths. Semi-detached construction of this era in DC typically features masonry walls, defined room layouts, and a structural solidity that distinguishes it from later residential development. The home’s footprint and configuration reflect the residential character that defined early Congress Heights. The asking price of $490,000 positions it within a competitive range for a property of this size and vintage in SE Washington.
Congress Heights is one of Southeast Washington’s most established neighborhoods, centered along Alabama Avenue SE and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE. The area is home to civic institutions, neighborhood retail, and community parks that have anchored the district for generations. The Anacostia Metro station on the Green Line provides direct transit access to downtown DC and the broader Metro network. The neighborhood’s grid of residential streets reflects the early-twentieth-century planning that shaped much of SE Washington.
Daily life along Alabama Avenue SE is grounded in the rhythms of an established urban neighborhood. Local dining, grocery options, and neighborhood services are accessible within the Congress Heights commercial corridor. The Green Line connection at Anacostia Metro places the home within practical reach of employment centers, cultural institutions, and the amenities of the broader DC grid. Nearby parks and open spaces offer outdoor options within the immediate area.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively across Southeast Washington, including the Congress Heights and Anacostia submarkets. We bring direct experience with semi-detached and historic single-family homes in SE DC, advising both buyers and sellers on the nuances of this segment of the market. If you are considering a home in Congress Heights or the broader SE Washington corridor, reach out — we are glad to share recent comparables and our perspective on this submarket.
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