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216 56th St NE, Washington, DC, 20019

$239,500

Home List Price

$2,844*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
800 SqFt
$299/SqFt
Townhouse

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216 56th St NE, Washington$239,500

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$2,844*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1945
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
MLS #DCDC2166248
Lot Size0.05 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)

About 216 56th St NE

Charming Brick Duplex in Prime D.C. Location – A Smart Investment Opportunity! Unlock the potential of this classic 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom brick duplex in the Deanwood subdivision of Washington, D.C . Ideal for investors or savvy buyers, this property is just minutes from the Metro, bus lines, and key transportation routes, making it perfect for those seeking both convenience and growth potential. The low-maintenance brick façade offers historic charm and curb appeal. Two well-sized bedrooms and a versatile living area provide an excellent foundation for a modern remodel. This property has a large, fenced backyard -- with endless possibilities for landscaping, entertaining, or adding amenities. Steps away from public transit and major routes—an ideal location for commuters or renters. With some updates and renovation, this property can be transformed into a cozy home or a high-yield rental in a rapidly appreciating market. Don’t miss the chance to invest in a gem with potential in the heart of D.C.!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 800 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (202) 547-9200
  • Listing Agent: Maria D Lopes

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: No

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Central Avenue to East Capitol Street- Right 57th St., L on 56th St - house on the right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $239,500
  • Price Per SqFt: $299/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,764
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Washington, DC

City

Med. Sold Price

$672.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$511

Avg. Days On Market

43

# of Sold Homes

485

216 56th St NE vs Washington

21 DAYS ON ROCKET

-22 Days

$239,500

-$432.8K Less

$299/SqFt

-$212 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $432.8K less than the Median Sold Price and $212/SqFt less than other homes in Washington, DC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #DCDC2166248

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (202) 547-9200
  • Listing Agent: Maria D Lopes

IDX Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the BRIGHT Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms in which participates, and is provided by BRIGHT through a licensing agreement.

The information provided by this website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this website may no longer be available because they are under contract, have sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Some real estate firms do not participate in IDX and their listings do not appear on this website. Some properties listed with participating firms do not appear on this website at the request of the seller. This home sale information is not to be construed as an appraisal and may not be used as such for any purpose.

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Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 11/21/2024, 11:21:00 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 01, 2012Home Sold
$138,425
Jul 14, 2011Home Sold
$48,900

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,764$207,470
2019$1,667$196,160
2018$1,520$178,850
2017$1,457$171,450

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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9
/10

  • Kipp Dc - Quest Academy Public Charter School

  • 5300 Blaine St NE

  • 0.17 miles

  • Public Charter Grades 1-4

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2
/10

  • Drew Elementary School

  • 5600 Eads St NE

  • 0.31 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

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5
/10

  • Burrville Elementary School

  • 801 Division Ave NE

  • 0.60 miles

  • Public District Grades EE-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,474. Most Washington, DC residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 216 56th St NE

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 216 56th St NE property is $239,500.

What type of property is this?

The property 216 56th St NE is a townhouse located in Washington, District of Columbia, 20019.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 216 56th St NE is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,764 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 1, 2012 for $138,425. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 216 56th St NE has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 216 56th St NE is 800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 216 56th St NE is 1945.

Rocket Homes›District of Columbia›Washington›20019›216 56th St NE

This home is located at 216 56th St NE in Washington, DC and zip code 20019 in the Northeast neighborhood. This 800 square foot home, which was built in 1945, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $239,500.

Over 142 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Washington, DC. In the same period over 225 listings were sold below the listed price and 118 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Washington, DC between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 21.3%. In October 2024 median list price was $672,329 and the average listing age was 43 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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