$545,000

735 Alabama Ave SE Washington, DC 20032

$6,472
Closing credit¹
3,236 sqft
0.08 acres
$168 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 735 Alabama Ave SE

FOR SALE – 735 Alabama Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032 Asking Price: $545,000 Zoning: RA-1 – Expansion Potential A strong multifamily opportunity in the heart of Congress Heights—735 Alabama Avenue SE is a 4-unit apartment building offering a mix of current cash flow, value-add upside, and future development potential. The property features three 1-bedroom units and one 2-bedroom unit. Two of the four units are currently vacant, including the 2-bedroom apartment, giving investors or owner-occupants the flexibility to renovate and lease at market rates. One of the upper-level 1-bedroom units has been recently renovated with updated finishes. The property also includes three off-street parking spaces, a rare and highly desirable amenity in the area. The RA-1 zoning allows for low- to moderate-density apartment development and provides a pathway for expansion of the existing structure, subject to DC zoning approvals. Ideally located near the Congress Heights Metro Station, the St. Elizabeths redevelopment, and numerous public amenities, this property benefits from proximity to ongoing investment and neighborhood growth. Property Highlights: Four Units: (Three 1BR / One 2BR) Two Vacant Units Including the 2BR Recently Renovated Upper-Level 1BR Three Off-Street Parking Spaces Zoned RA-1 – Potential for Expansion Proximity to Metro, Retail, and Redevelopment Activity Perfect for buy-and-hold investors, 1031 exchange buyers, or developers seeking future upside in a well-positioned Southeast DC location.

Highlights

Home typeQuadruplex
HeatingHot Water
StatusComing Soon
(COMING SOON)
Size3,236 sqft
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingOn Street
MLS #DCDC2199100
Active DateMay 12, 2025

Summary

  • Parking: On Street
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $545,000
  • Price/SqFt: $168
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,908
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Alabama Avenue
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Living Area: 3,236 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
  • MLS Number: DCDC2199100
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: DC Real Property,LLC
  • Office Phone: (202) 800-8389
  • Office Email: kenn@oldkingbloom.com
  • Listing Agent: Kenn B Blagburn
  • Agent Phone: (202) 468-5917
  • Agent Email: kenn@oldkingbloom.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 24, 2012
Home Sold
$150,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$570,050$4,908
2022$535,630$4,552
2021$498,140$4,234
2020$477,100$4,055
2019$474,080$4,029
2018$460,030$3,910
2017$463,670$3,941

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Martin Luther King Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.2 mi

3200 6th St SE

3

Simon Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.6 mi

401 Mississippi Ave SE

3

Malcolm X Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.6 mi

1500 Mississippi Ave SE

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $55,421. Residents of Washington, DC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

38%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

57%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

19%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • HondaHonda
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

This home is located at 735 Alabama Ave SE in Washington, DC and zip code 20032 in the Congress Heights / Bellevue / Washington Highlands neighborhood. This 3,236 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $545,000.

Between March and April 2025, Washington, DC real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 60.7%. In April 2025 median list price was $635,346 and the average listing age was 77 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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