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$278,410$234 / 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 87How 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 $380,000 on Jun 15, 2026

121 56TH PL SE

WASHINGTON, DC 20019
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,188 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.
2,850 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$278K
$241K low$316K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Jun 15, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,150 (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.$363,210 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$143,670
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$219,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$354,660
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$363,210

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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 98 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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(2)

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

E
C. W. Harris Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
H
H.D. Woodson High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Kelly Miller Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20019These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.60,956
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,498 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,014
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,915
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

121 56th Pl 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 less than 90% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Washington 20019

What homes are worth in Washington 20019

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

This home
$103K$584K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Washington 20019.

How it measures up in Washington 20019

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20019.

Estimated value$278,410
CheaperTypical $336,584Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,152 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size2,850 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 121 56th Pl Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCapitol View / Marshall Heights / Benning HeightsWashington 20019District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,41033% of homes26% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23431% of homes18% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,188 ft²49% of homes55% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,850 ft²54% of homes56% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than195556% of homes69% of homes68% of homes

About 121 56th Pl Se

How much is 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC is $278,410 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $241,021 to $315,799. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC last sell?

121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC last sold on Jun 15, 2026 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC?

121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,188 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC built?

121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC?

121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC is assigned to C. W. Harris Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; H.D. Woodson High School (high), rated C-; Kelly Miller 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 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20019?

Among the 13,473 homes in Washington 20019, it is worth more than 26% of them ($278,410 against a typical $336,584), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($234 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,188 ft² against a typical 1,152 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (2,850 ft² against a typical 2,614 ft²) and it is newer than 69% of them (1955 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of District of Columbia County, it is worth more than 10% 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 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 121 56th Pl Se, Washington, DC was $2,150. The county assessed it at $363,210.

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