This beautifully maintained single-family home in Congress Heights offers comfort, style, and an abundance of space. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this residence features an enclosed sunroom/sitting area with bay windows. The main areas has a spacious living/dining areas filled with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere with original hardwood flooring throughout, enhancing its classic charm. The standout feature is the expansive primary suite, which spans the entire second level and includes a private bathroom, a private den area, and an oversized closet that runs the length of the floor—ideal for those seeking ample storage and personal space. The home's thoughtfully designed layout has a galley-style kitchen with all the appliances you would expect to have in the kitchen including a convenient washer and dryer area, and the large backyard is perfect for outdoor gatherings or peaceful relaxation. The detached garage offers additional storage. . Situated on a quiet street, this home combines tranquility with easy access to nearby amenities and public transportation. A perfect blend of elegance and practicality, this Congress Heights gem is ready to welcome you home! SOLD AS-IS!
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
4,715 sq ftLot Size
$344Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by DARNELL EATON• CENTURY 21 New Millennium
•202-546-0055 (broker)
•wendy.dean@c21nm.com (broker)
Listed by Stephen Gabauer• CENTURY 21 New Millennium
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Eduardo Machado
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 3941 1st St SW
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2158138
Feb 10, 2025
Sold
$405,000
$311/sq ft
Sep 27, 2024
Pending
—
Sep 11, 2024
Listed
$425,000
$327/sq ft
Sep 7, 2024
Coming Soon
$425,000
$327/sq ft
APPFOLIO #1
Mar 29, 2024
Rental Removed
$2,600
$2/sq ft
Mar 13, 2024
Listed for Rent
$2,600
$2/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 4, 1991
Sold
$90,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,005 (+1.8%)
$154,840 + $244,680
$399,520
2025
$2,951 (+4.0%)
$154,840 + $244,680
$399,520
2024
$2,836 (+4.6%)
$152,480 + $194,680
$347,160
2023
$2,710 (+11.7%)
$147,670 + $186,020
$333,690
2022
$2,427 (+5.3%)
$142,110 + $176,760
$318,870
2021
$2,305 (+2.3%)
$135,980 + $149,530
$285,510
2020
$2,253 (+5.6%)
$133,950 + $137,260
$271,210
2019
$2,134 (+3.0%)
$127,820 + $123,200
$251,020
2018
$2,071 (+1.9%)
$122,920 + $120,760
$243,680
2017
$2,032 (+12.1%)
$122,920 + $120,760
$243,680
2016
$1,812 (+20.6%)
$117,030 + $122,130
$239,160
2015
$1,502 (+2.6%)
$103,540 + $73,160
$176,700
2014
$1,464 (−2.5%)
$99,580 + $72,730
$172,310
2013
$1,501 (−16.7%)
$99,580 + $72,730
$172,310
2012
$1,803 (−13.0%)
$105,800 + $70,800
$176,600
2011
$2,073 (−12.4%)
$121,130 + $90,980
$212,110
2010
$2,367 (−7.1%)
$141,780 + $102,100
$243,880
2009
$2,546
$165,310 + $113,110
$278,420
Tax history for 3941 1st St SW
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,005 (+1.8%)
$154,840 + $244,680
$399,520
2025
$2,951 (+4.0%)
$154,840 + $244,680
$399,520
2024
$2,836 (+4.6%)
$152,480 + $194,680
$347,160
2023
$2,710 (+11.7%)
$147,670 + $186,020
$333,690
2022
$2,427 (+5.3%)
$142,110 + $176,760
$318,870
2021
$2,305 (+2.3%)
$135,980 + $149,530
$285,510
2020
$2,253 (+5.6%)
$133,950 + $137,260
$271,210
2019
$2,134 (+3.0%)
$127,820 + $123,200
$251,020
2018
$2,071 (+1.9%)
$122,920 + $120,760
$243,680
2017
$2,032 (+12.1%)
$122,920 + $120,760
$243,680
2016
$1,812 (+20.6%)
$117,030 + $122,130
$239,160
2015
$1,502 (+2.6%)
$103,540 + $73,160
$176,700
2014
$1,464 (−2.5%)
$99,580 + $72,730
$172,310
2013
$1,501 (−16.7%)
$99,580 + $72,730
$172,310
2012
$1,803 (−13.0%)
$105,800 + $70,800
$176,600
2011
$2,073 (−12.4%)
$121,130 + $90,980
$212,110
2010
$2,367 (−7.1%)
$141,780 + $102,100
$243,880
2009
$2,546
$165,310 + $113,110
$278,420
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,715 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,301
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
District of Columbia
APN
6148 0035
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
R-2
Residential House Zone 2
The purpose of the R-2 zone is to: Provide for areas with semi-detached houses; and Protect these areas from invasion by denser types of residential development.; The R-2 zone is intended to provide for areas predominantly developed with semi-detached houses on moderately sized lots that also contain some detached houses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Senior
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Additional Storage Area
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Detached Garage, Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $176,760
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $142,110
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,301
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $2,710
Tax Assessed Value: $318,870
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $2,710
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Radiator
Heating Fuel: Other
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: From South Capitol St SE, turn right.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,301
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 4,715 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: —
County: District of Columbia
APN: 6148 0035
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Leckie Education Campus
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Ballou High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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