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157 Chesapeake St Sw, Washington, DC 20032, USA|Congress Heights
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Amenities for 157 Chesapeake St Sw, Congress Heights
Features
| Central Air | Three Floors |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Exterior Type: Brick |
Grounds
| Three Parking Spaces |
Other
| Architecture Style: Cape Cod |
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About 157 Chesapeake St Sw
Property Status: Active RENTAL PROPERTY!!! Incredible Opportunity in Southwest Washington, DC! Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a single-family home in the heart of Southwest Washington, DC! Whether you're a homeowner looking to customize your dream home using FHA 203(k) renovation financing or an investor searching for your next project, this property offers tremendous potential. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, Metro access, major commuter routes, and the National Harbor, this home combines convenience with opportunity. Bring your vision and transform this property into something truly special while building equity in one of Washington, DC's most desirable locations. Property Highlights: Single-family home Excellent opportunity for FHA 203(k) financing Ideal for investors or owner-occupants Conveniently located near shopping, Metro, and National Harbor Priced to sell! Schedule your client's private showing today! For additional information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Listing Agent Tracy Arnold-Nixon. This rare opportunity won't last long! Office Phone: (202) 431-9811 Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 157 Chesapeake St Sw compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 4-bedroom is 526 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- Priced higher than average
- 4-bedrooms are $800 more than the median rent in this area
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.9 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Congress Heights |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 20032 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Congress Heights
4-bedroom apartments at 157 Chesapeake St Sw cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Washington.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Congress Heights
Washington
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $4,550 |
| December 2024 | $4,499 |
| January 2025 | $4,505 |
| February 2025 | $4,525 |
| March 2025 | $4,532 |
| April 2025 | $4,530 |
| May 2025 | $4,594 |
| June 2025 | $4,811 |
| July 2025 | $4,890 |
| August 2025 | $4,726 |
| September 2025 | $4,727 |
| October 2025 | $4,746 |
| November 2025 | $4,588 |
| December 2025 | $4,600 |
| January 2026 | $4,647 |
| February 2026 | $4,791 |
| March 2026 | $4,850 |
| April 2026 | $4,805 |
| May 2026 | $4,895 |
| June 2026 | $4,987 |
| July 2026 | $5,000 |
| August 2026 | $4,919 |
| September 2026 | $4,787 |
| October 2026 | $4,830 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,933 |
| December 2024 | $2,623 |
| January 2025 | $2,936 |
| February 2025 | $2,930 |
| March 2025 | $3,009 |
| April 2025 | $3,044 |
| May 2025 | $2,625 |
| June 2025 | $2,691 |
| July 2025 | $2,665 |
| August 2025 | $2,610 |
| September 2025 | $2,649 |
| October 2025 | $3,107 |
| November 2025 | $3,285 |
| December 2025 | $3,300 |
| January 2026 | $3,357 |
| February 2026 | $3,150 |
| March 2026 | $3,000 |
| April 2026 | $2,958 |
| May 2026 | $2,632 |
| June 2026 | $2,682 |
| July 2026 | $3,020 |
| August 2026 | $2,960 |
| September 2026 | $3,324 |
| October 2026 | $3,237 |
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Can I afford to live at 157 Chesapeake St Sw?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 157 Chesapeake St Sw
Leckie Education Campus
4201 ml king ave sw
washington, DC, 20032
PK, K-8Public
C+
Excel Academy
2501 martin luther king jr ave se
washington, DC, 20020
PK, K-8Public
C
Montessori Public School of Arlington
701 s highland st
arlington, VA, 22204
PK, K-5Public
A-
River Terrace Education Campus
405 anacostia ave ne
washington, DC, 20019
3-12Public
School-Within-School @ Goding
810 26th st ne
washington, DC, 20002
PK, K-5Public
A-
Neighborhood
Congress Heights | Washington, DC
Getting around Washington near 157 Chesapeake St Sw
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 157 Chesapeake St Sw, Washington
Groceries
6/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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