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1242 Anacostia Rd SE

Washington DC 20019

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3000 sq. ft.
11784 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

NEW PRICE — AN AMAZING BUYER and INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY IN HILLCREST! Now offered at $649,500, this home represents an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking SPACE, LOCATION, and VALUE in DC. Welcome to this spacious and beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offering over 3,000 square feet of total living space, including a newly finished lower level that adds incredible flexibility and value. The finished basement expands the possibilities with additional space perfect for a family room, home office, fitness area, guest accommodations, game room, or multi-generational living. With five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths, there is room to live, work, entertain, and grow. Situated on an impressive **.27-acre lot—one of the larger lots in the area—**this property also offers 3-car off-street parking, a newly installed retaining wall, generous outdoor space, and elevated Hillcrest views with glimpses of the Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol. Inside, enjoy engineered hardwood floors, recessed lighting, elegant chair rail detailing, a tray ceiling in the dining area, and bright, welcoming living and dining spaces. The spacious kitchen features freshly painted cabinetry, abundant storage, and generous countertop space. The upper-level primary suite offers privacy with its own en-suite bath, while another bedroom features a cozy fireplace that adds warmth and character. Outside, the oversized 0.27-acre lot is truly exceptional for Washington, D.C., providing expansive front and rear yards with tremendous possibilities for outdoor entertaining, gardening, recreation, or future enhancements. Additional highlights include three-car off-street parking, a newly installed retaining wall, an elevated setting, and charming Hillcrest views with glimpses of the Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol. Conveniently located near Capitol Hill, downtown D.C., Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, parks, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes. The home is also conveniently positioned near the planned RFK Stadium campus redevelopment, placing the property close to one of the District’s most significant planned redevelopment areas. This is the opportunity buyers have been waiting for. Schedule your showing and come see the value for yourself! Property sold AS-IS. INVESTORS: This home offers a rental portfolio opportunity of $7165 monthly using the DC Home Choice Program. What a great investment!! Don't miss it!

Features

5 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
3 carspaces
3000 sq. ft. floor area
11784 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Property history for 1242 Anacostia Rd SE

2017
Sold
$549,000
29 Sep 2017 by Laila Rahman
2017
Sold
$549,000
29 Sep 2017
2017
Sold
$360,000
27 Jan 2017 by Mark Mc Neill

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Local market activity for 5 bedroom single-family properties in Washington

In the last 12 months, 5 five-bedroom single-family properties similar to 1242 Anacostia Rd SE, have been sold.

This represents a 67% increase in five-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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