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1656 U Street SE, Washington DC 20020
1656 U Street SE, Washington DC 20020
District of Columbia>Washington>Historic Anacostia

1656 U Street SEWashington, DC 20020

For Sale

$409,900

Smart Buyer Rebate $4,099

Investors Delight. Located in the heart if the historical Anacostia neighborhood of South East, Washington, DC! Walking distance to the world renowned historical landmark Frederick Douglas house! This home offers endless opportunities! Wish options to subdivided the basement and create a separate entity great for ADU unit, studio apartment, Airbnb, or separate revenue generating space. Mins from Marion Barry Ave...in an up and coming district. Do not miss out on the endless opportunities this home offers you!!

Listed by Christopher Cummings

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License #SP98379883

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Samson Properties

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2025917271

Last updated July 29, 2026

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Source: BrightMLS #DCDC2261108

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodHistoric Anacostia
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu51
  • Taxes$3,401/year
  • Size2,120 sqft
  • Price per sqft$193

Amenities

  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

07/29/2026
Price Decreased
$409,900
07/13/2026
Status changed to Active
$449,900
07/13/2026
Price Decreased
$449,900
06/18/2026
Status changed to Removed from Feed
$525,000
06/11/2026
Price Decreased
$525,000
06/11/2026
Listed by Samson Properties
$595,000

Property Details for 1656 U Street SE

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction Materials: Brick

Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Waterfront: No

Measurements

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2,684
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,401.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Spa: No

Measurements

  • Living Area: 2,120
  • Living Area Source: Assessor

Rooms

  • Basement: Front Entrance, Outside Entrance, Connecting Stairway
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3

Other

Features

  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits

General

  • Senior Community: No

Location

  • Subdivision Name: ANACOSTIA HISTORIC DISTRICT
  • Tax Lot: 850

Parking

Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Fenced

Utilities

Equipment

  • Heating: Radiant, Radiator
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 1656 U Street SE.

What are the annual taxes for 1656 U Street SE?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $3,401.

How does 1656 U Street SE compare to other single-family homes in Historic Anacostia?

This single-family home is listed 2% below the average price for single-family homes in Historic Anacostia and has been on the market for 38 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 2,120 sqft.

1656 U Street SE is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in WASHINGTON DC 20020. Listed on Prevu for 51 days at $409,900. This includes a recent price decrease of $40,000. This property features 2,120 square feet of living space, located in Historic Anacostia. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $399,000. The home offers parking. Explore more single-family home listings in Washington.

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