Congress Heights
Washington, District Of Columbia Homes for Sale
About Congress Heights
Quick Facts
Current Prices: $65,000 to $1,100,000
Closed Prices: $42,000 to $669,900
Median Sale Price: $425,000
Average $ per sq ft: $305
Association Fee Ranges: $39 to $114.33/quarter, $0 to $300.15/mo, $0
Type: Attached Home (Condo, Townhouse, Loft, etc.), Single-Family Home
Age: 1896 to 2021
Sq. Ft.: 541 to 3292 Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms: 1 to 8 Bedrooms
Bathrooms: 1 to 5 Bathrooms
Around Congress Heights
Most residents in Congress Heights live in garden-style homes or single-family bungalows. The area was a victim of urban decay and neglect following World War II. Since 2006, no less than 19 development projects have been completed or are in progress, including the mixed-use project that expanded the number of retail outlets and residential units. Additionally, the former St. Elizabeth's West Campus is being redeveloped for federal use, which will become the new headquarters of the the U.S. Coast Guard and Department of Homeland Security. The Metro station at Congress Heights will also expand to accommodate the expected influx of people.
Since Congress Heights is largely a residential neighborhood, there are limited dining in or sit-down restaurants options, but there are a few fast food franchises in the area. The neighborhood has a supermarket that is scheduled for expansion. The new construction projects include retail options for the development of businesses to support the residents and workers in the area. Because the neighborhood is in transition, vacancies or gaps in services exist. The main commercial corridor is located at Martin Luther King Avenue.
A great deal of construction as the federal government is revitalizing the St. Elizabeth's West campus. The neighborhood has a number of parks that residents use often, including Oxon Run National Parkway, which has walking paths, a playground, and native wetlands.
The Congress Heights neighborhood connects to the greater Washington, D.C. area through the Metro system at the Green Line's Congress Heights stop. Residents often venture to the surrounding neighborhoods for entertainment. Congress Heights does have the THEARC Theater, which hosts live musical and theater performances throughout the year.
A Sunday in Congress Heights involves preparation for the week ahead. The Congress Heights resident typically ventures to other neighborhoods for their shopping needs. THEARC Farms is a local community farm where residents and volunteers grow fruits and vegetables that are then sold at the FarmStand @ THEARC from late May to mid-November. Food options at a supermarket and the open-air market is a favorite local activity for Congress Heights residents.
Locals Love
- THEARC Theater
- THEARC Farm
- Bailou High School
Locals Don't Love
- Limited services
- Lack of dining
- High unemployment rate
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