#DCDC2204040, Chelsea Lanise Traylor, Listing office: Redfin Corp
541 Mellon St SE Washington, DC 20032
Property details
About 541 Mellon St SE
Welcome to Congress Heights, a tree-lined, close-to-town neighborhood in Southeast DC with easy access to Metro, commuter routes, and city parks. This desirable area offers space, value, and proximity to downtown. This classic, well-kept brick colonial offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and three fully finished levels in a solid, move-in-ready layout. The fourth bedroom adds flexibility as a potential home office, enhancing the home’s comfortable design and versatility. Set on a quiet street, the property features an inviting covered front porch, rear patio, fully fenced yard, and a private two-car carport—a valuable feature that provides both convenience and security tucked behind the home. Inside, enjoy a traditional layout with hardwood floors, a built-in brick wood-burning fireplace, and a natural light-filled kitchen kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a gas stovetop. The fully finished basement as an in-laws suite with private entrance includes a full bath, laundry, and walkout access—a remarkable space for a guest suite, office, or rec room. With attention-to-detail throughout, a monitored security system, and plenty of space to grow, this well-loved home is a must-see.
Highlights
(COMING SOON)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Brick, Mantel(s), Screen, Wood
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Parking: On Street,Detached Carport
- Exterior: Secure Storage, Exterior Lighting
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $495,000
- Price/SqFt: $201
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,688
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Head north, Slight right onto the ramp to Malcolm X Ave SE, Turn right onto Malcolm X Ave SE, Turn left onto Oakwood St SE, Turn right onto 5th St SE, Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto Mellon St SE. Destination will be on the right.
- Year Built: 1940
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,458 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
- MLS Number: DCDC2205538
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (833) 335-7433
- Office Email: dc.broker@exprealty.net
- Listing Agent: Jonathan S Lahey
- Agent Phone: (301) 281-6981
- Agent Email: inquiries@thefinelivinggroup.com
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jul 13, 2022 | Home Sold | $480,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $386,780 | $2,688 |
2022 | $351,740 | $2,655 |
2021 | $332,750 | $1,996 |
2020 | $322,300 | $1,819 |
2019 | $288,240 | $1,660 |
2018 | $283,160 | $1,521 |
2017 | $282,300 | $1,390 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Martin Luther King Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.3 mi
•3200 6th St SE
3
Simon Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.7 mi
•401 Mississippi Ave SE
3
Malcolm X Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.9 mi
•1500 Mississippi Ave SE
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $37,893. The most common annual income of people living in Washington, DC is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 541 Mellon St SE
The listing price of 541 Mellon St SE property is $495,000.
The property 541 Mellon St SE is a house located in Washington, undefined, 20032.
Coming Soon: 541 Mellon St SE is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 541 Mellon St SE are: Martin Luther King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Simon Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Malcolm X Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Friendship Public Charter School - Southeast Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Center City Public Charter School - Congress Heights (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hart Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Friendship Public Charter School - Technology Preparatory High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ballou High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ballou Stay High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,688 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 13, 2022 for $480,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 541 Mellon St SE has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 541 Mellon St SE is 2,458 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 541 Mellon St SE is 1940.
This home is located at 541 Mellon St SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20032 in the Congress Heights / Bellevue / Washington Highlands neighborhood. This 2,458 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $495,000.
In May 2025 in Washington, DC there were 52.7% more homes for sale than in April. Listings spent 78 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $634,869 during the same period.