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$283,641$341 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $405,000 on Nov 12, 2021

1478 CONGRESS PL SE

WASHINGTON, DC 20020
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
832 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.
1,840 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$284K
$252K low$315K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$405,000 · Nov 12, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,296 (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.$387,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$153,350
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$376,020
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$387,710

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.2020
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Metal
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

Transaction History(2)

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

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

M
Johnson Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Malcolm X Elementary School @ GreenC
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Ballou High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: District of Columbia Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20020These 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.136
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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
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.53,975
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,286 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,456
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,253
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

1478 Congress 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 more per square foot than 88% of homes in Douglass / Shipley Terrace
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Douglass / Shipley Terrace
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Douglass / Shipley Terrace

What homes are worth in Washington 20020

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

This home
$76K$722K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Washington 20020.

How it measures up in Washington 20020

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Washington 20020.

Estimated value$283,641
CheaperTypical $347,210Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$341
CheaperTypical $281Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area832 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,216 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size1,840 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 1478 Congress Pl Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDouglass / Shipley TerraceWashington 20020District of Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,64125% of homes30% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34188% of homes76% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than832 ft²11% of homes18% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,840 ft²27% of homes37% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than195039% of homes61% of homes63% of homes

About 1478 Congress Pl Se

How much is 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC is $283,641 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $252,139 to $315,143. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC last sell?

1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC last sold on Nov 12, 2021 for $405,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC?

1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 832 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC built?

1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC?

1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC is assigned to Johnson Middle School (middle), rated D-; Malcolm X Elementary School @ Green (elementary), rated C; Ballou High School (high), rated D+. All sit in District of Columbia Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20020?

Among the 10,817 homes in Washington 20020, it is worth more than 30% of them ($283,641 against a typical $347,210), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($341 against a typical $281), it is bigger than 18% of them (832 ft² against a typical 1,216 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (1,840 ft² against a typical 2,352 ft²) and it is newer than 61% of them (1950 against a typical 1945). 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 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1478 Congress Pl Se, Washington, DC was $3,296. The county assessed it at $387,710.

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