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$459,637$456 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $470,000 on Apr 7, 2026

1109 CONGRESS ST SE

WASHINGTON, DC 20032
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,340 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$460K
$413K low$506K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$470,000 · Apr 7, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,287 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$269,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$141,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$259,660
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,040

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 114 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Malcolm X Elementary School @ GreenF
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Ballou High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Johnson Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20032These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,987
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,940 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,170
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,190
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1109 Congress St Se measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 89% of homes in Douglass / Shipley Terrace
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Douglass / Shipley Terrace
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Douglass / Shipley Terrace
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Douglass / Shipley Terrace

What homes are worth in Washington 20032

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$85K$670K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Washington 20032.

How it measures up in Washington 20032

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20032.

Estimated value$459,637
CheaperTypical $341,255Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$456
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,216 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size2,340 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,439 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 1109 Congress St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDouglass / Shipley TerraceWashington 20032District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$459,63789% of homes85% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$456almost all homes97% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²20% of homes26% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,340 ft²53% of homes46% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than194112% of homes20% of homes54% of homes

About 1109 Congress St Se

How much is 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC is $459,637 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $412,886 to $506,388. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC last sell?

1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC last sold on Apr 7, 2026 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC?

1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC built?

1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC?

1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC is assigned to Malcolm X Elementary School @ Green (elementary), rated F; Ballou High School (high), rated F; Johnson Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20032?

Among the 5,630 homes in Washington 20032, it is worth more than 85% of them ($459,637 against a typical $341,255), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($456 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,216 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (2,340 ft² against a typical 2,439 ft²) and it is newer than 20% of them (1941 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 36% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1109 Congress St Se, Washington, DC was $2,287. The county assessed it at $269,040.

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