$399,900

98 Elmira St SW Washington, DC 20032

$4,749
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,412 sqft
0.07 acres
$283 / sqft
Townhouse

Property details

About 98 Elmira St SW

***OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY MARCH 9, 2025 FROM 1PM -3PM***We welcome you to 98 Elmira Street SW in the highly sought after neighborhood of Congress Heights. This cozy fully renovated semi-detached home offers 4-bedrooms, and 2.5-bathroom and over 1,200 s/f of total living space. As you enter, you are greeted by its wide plank engineered wood flooring, and contemporary finishes. The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances and white-shaker cabinets. The upper level embodies 3 bedrooms and a full spa-like bath. The lower level includes a laundry room, full bath, 4th bedroom and separate entry. Great opportunity to serve as a short-term rental. Enjoy its deep, spacious, and peaceful rear yard. Great privacy for entertaining and accommodating both children and pets. This amazing home is assessable to major commuter routes, the National Harbor, Top Golf, CareFirst Arena home of the Washington Mystics, and Southeast Tennis & Learning Center. Great opportunity for first-time homebuyers and investors. Ask about our preferred lender with rates as low as 3.85%.

Highlights

Home typeTownhouse
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
Size1,412 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.07 Acres
Year built1949
ParkingOn Street
MLS #DCDC2186222

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Summary

  • MLS Number: DCDC2186222
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Washington
  • Office Phone: (202) 387-6180
  • Office Email: tammie.henderson@cbmove.com
  • Listing Agent: Alvin D Rice
  • Agent Phone: (202) 263-9008
  • Agent Email: alvinrice1@gmail.com

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living area with a chandelier, light wood-style flooring, recessed lighting, visible vents, and baseboards

$399,900

98 Elmira St SW

$4,749

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 17, 2023
Home Sold
$211,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$266,300$2,311
2022$239,610$2,036
2021$229,740$1,952
2020$221,470$1,882
2019$208,160$1,769
2018$197,110$1,675
2017$191,470$1,627

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Patterson Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.1 mi

4399 S Capitol Ter SW

4

Leckie Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.2 mi

4201 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SW

3

Hendley Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.6 mi

425 Chesapeake St 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 $42,754. Residents of Washington, DC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

42%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
9%
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?

67%
Single, No Kids
20%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HondaHonda
  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 98 Elmira St SW

This home is located at 98 Elmira St SW in Washington, DC and zip code 20032 in the Congress Heights / Bellevue / Washington Highlands neighborhood. This 1,412 square foot home, which was built in 1949, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $399,900.

In February 2025, from all listings sold in Washington, DC there were more than 93 sold above asking price, over 203 sold below and more than 106 were sold right at the asked price. In February 2025 in Washington, DC there were 17% more homes for sale than in January. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $676,408, while the average time on the real estate market was 51 days.

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

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