Incredible development opportunity in Historic Anacostia! two adjacent properties— 1531 U ST SE, and 1533 U ST SE offered as a full portfolio for just $498,000. Zoned R-3, allowing for single-family homes, rowhomes, and multi-unit conversions by special exception ideal for investors or builders ready to transform this prime location. Sold AS-IS! Seller financing available with just 20%-30% down, 6% interest rate, and 24-36month terms—a rare chance to invest with flexibility. Walkable to Anacostia Metro, Frederick Douglass House, Busboys and Poets, and more. Don't miss this opportunity—perfect for your next project in booming D.C.!
For sale
$249,000
1531 U St SE, Washington, DC 20020
2beds
892sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
5,040 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$279/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 201 days |
- 207 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: October 02, 2025 at 09:18am
Listed by:
Sebrin Adem 703-225-8292,
RE/MAX Allegiance
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2203054
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 892
- Total interior livable area: 892 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 892
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,040 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 5776//0812
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin/Lodge
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Anacostia
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $279/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $224,450
- Annual tax amount: $11,222
- Date on market: 5/28/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,171/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2025 | Price change | $249,000-4.2%$279/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $260,000+4%$291/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/8/2020 | Sold | $250,000+99.5%$280/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2008 | Sold | $125,295+152.7%$140/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2004 | Sold | $49,590$56/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $118,484 +618.2% | $341,610 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $16,497 -47.6% | $329,930 +4.7% |
| 2023 | $31,508 +118.2% | $315,080 +9.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,396/mo
Principal & interest
$1178
Property taxes
$131
Home insurance
$87
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Anacostia
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Ketcham Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Kramer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Anacostia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- Loading
- Loading






