Unlock the potential in Hillcrest, one of DC’s most sought-after neighborhoods! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath detached home is the perfect opportunity for a buyer ready to customize and create value. Sitting on a generous fenced lot with mature trees, this home features a closed-in porch for outdoor enjoyment, a full basement with a separate entrance, and a finished attic with room to expand — offering multiple paths to build equity. Whether you’re an owner-occupant searching for a future showpiece or an investor looking for a promising rebuild or buy-and-hold opportunity, this property checks the boxes. The home has already been appraised, the short sale value is set, and the deal is ready to move forward. Property is sold As-Is and is subject to third-party (short sale) approval. No repairs or credits will be given. Buyers are responsible for verifying all information, including square footage and permits. Utilities may be off — please show with caution. With solid structure, expansion potential, and one of the best locations in Southeast DC, 2040 31st Place SE is a rare chance to design the home you want in the neighborhood everyone wants.
For sale
$365,000
2040 31st Pl SE, Washington, DC 20020
3beds
1,465sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
4,792 Square Feet Lot
$364,100 Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous fenced lotMature treesClosed-in porch
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 10, 2025 at 09:13am
Listed by:
Benita Johnson 804-357-3981,
Murrell, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2229974
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Other, Oil, Natural Gas Available
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,706
- Total interior livable area: 1,465 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 805
- Finished area below ground: 660
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,792 Square Feet
- Features: Mixed Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 56590817
- Zoning: R1B
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: No Septic System, Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hillcrest
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $249/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $364,090
- Annual tax amount: $955
- Date on market: 10/31/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$364,100
$346,000 - $382,000
$2,238/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $365,000$249/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2229974 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $955 +0.7% | $358,280 +1.7% |
| 2024 | $948 +0.6% | $352,350 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $942 -0.4% | $339,590 +8.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,735/mo
Principal & interest
$1415
Property taxes
$192
Home insurance
$128
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Good Hope
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Beers Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Sousa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 2/10Anacostia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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.
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