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Last sold for $660,000 on Jan 24, 2023

2256 HIGH ST SE

WASHINGTON, DC 20020
8
Beds
4
Baths
3,648 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$660,000 · Jan 24, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,437 (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.$639,590 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$211,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$428,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$622,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$639,590

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Apartments (Generic)
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.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck · 266 ft²Porch · 266 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Moten Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Anacostia High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Kramer Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 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

2256 High 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.

  • Bigger than 96% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in District of Columbia County
  • Older than 77% 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.

Living area3,648 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,216 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 2,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 2256 High St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHistoric AnacostiaWashington 20020District of Columbia County
Living areabigger than3,648 ft²93% of homes94% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac95% of homes94% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than193847% of homes23% of homes48% of homes

About 2256 High St Se

When did 2256 High St Se, Washington, DC last sell?

2256 High St Se, Washington, DC last sold on Jan 24, 2023 for $660,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2256 High St Se, Washington, DC?

2256 High St Se, Washington, DC has 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,648 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 2256 High St Se, Washington, DC built?

2256 High St Se, Washington, DC was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2256 High St Se, Washington, DC?

2256 High St Se, Washington, DC is assigned to Moten Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Anacostia High School (high), rated D-; Kramer 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 2256 High St Se, Washington, DC compare to other homes in Washington 20020?

Among the 10,824 homes in Washington 20020, it is bigger than 94% of them (3,648 ft² against a typical 1,216 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 2,352 ft²) and it is newer than 23% of them (1938 against a typical 1945). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2256 High St Se, Washington, DC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2256 High St Se, Washington, DC was $5,437. The county assessed it at $639,590.

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