46 Forrester St SW

Washington, DC 20032

$550,000
Price
8
Beds
4
Baths
2,556 Sq. Ft.
$215 / Sq. Ft.
2,556
Sq. Ft.
$215
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Turnkey income-producing opportunity in the heart of DC! This versatile property features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, thoughtfully configured across multiple units—perfect for both investors and owner-occupants alike. One unit is already generating $1,451/month, with total rental potential approaching $6,000/month, making this a powerful cash-flowing asset. Live in one unit while renting out the others and potentially cover your entire mortgage - an ideal house-hacking opportunity! Conveniently located...Turnkey income-producing opportunity in the heart of DC! This versatile property features 4 bedrooms and 2 baths, thoughtfully configured across multiple units—perfect for both investors and owner-occupants alike. One unit is already generating $1,451/month, with total rental potential approaching $6,000/month, making this a powerful cash-flowing asset. Live in one unit while renting out the others and potentially cover your entire mortgage - an ideal house-hacking opportunity! Conveniently located near major commuter routes and public transportation, including easy access to the Washington Metro, making commuting into downtown DC, Navy Yard, and Capitol Hill seamless. Enjoy close proximity to popular dining, shopping, and entertainment options at The Wharf, as well as neighborhood favorites throughout Southwest DC. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio or secure a smart primary residence with income, this property checks all the boxes. FHA and VA buyers are welcome, making this an accessible option for a wide range of purchasers.
  1. Listed by Nathaniel Tate • RE/MAX Allegiance
    P: (202)-262-8819 lavernetl@aol.com

Property Details for 46 Forrester Street Southwest

Tax ID Number
6239//0065
Ownership
Fee Simple
Structure Type
Other
Style
Federal
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Subdivision
CONGRESS HEIGHTS
Subdivision
CONGRESS HEIGHTS (WASHINGTON DC)
LISTING UPDATED: 04/02/2026 06:59 PM

Property Details for 46 Forrester Street Southwest

StatusActive
MLS #DCDC2253818
Days on Market1
Taxes$5,033 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-Family / Fee Simple
Year Built1943
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,537 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia
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Building Information for 46 Forrester Street Southwest

Stories-Residences4Year Built1943Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,537 SF

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$2,770

Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 46 Forrester Street Southwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: BALLOU SENIOR (WASHINGTON DC)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $593,900
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $447,650
  • City Town Tax: $5,033
  • Land Assessed Value: $146,250
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: R2
  • Tax Lot: 65
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Single Room Units Count: 0
  • One Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 4
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2,Unit 4,Unit 3
  • Units Leased Count: 1
  • Number Of Units Vacant: 3
  • Number Of Units Month To Month: 1
Multi Family
Unit 1
  • Type: Unit 1
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Full Baths Count: 1
Unit 2
  • Type: Unit 2
  • Unit Type Occupied YN: Yes
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Full Baths Count: 1
Unit 3
  • Type: Unit 3
  • Unit Type Occupied YN: No
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Full Baths Count: 1
Unit 4
  • Type: Unit 4
  • Unit Type Occupied YN: No
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Full Baths Count: 1
Financial Information
Financial Information
  • Existing Lease Type: Month to Month
Building Info
Building Info
  • Building Units Total: 4
  • Total Finished SQFT: 2,556.00
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Parcel ID: 16108146
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Efficiency
  • Fireplace: No
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 46 Forrester Street Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2253818

$550,000—
Jun 10, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #356972115

$250,000—
Jun 10, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #356972115

$250,000—
Jun 10, 2013

Closed

BRIGHT #1003963440

$250,000—
Jun 10, 2013

Closed

BRIGHT #1003963476

$250,000—
May 4, 2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1003963440

—
May 4, 2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1003963476

—
Apr 27, 2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009264992

$199,000—
Apr 27, 2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009235046

$199,000—
Apr 27, 2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003963440

$175,000—
Apr 27, 2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003963476

$175,000—
Apr 27, 2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009264992

—
Apr 27, 2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009235046

—
Nov 3, 2010

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009264992

$219,000—
Sep 24, 2010

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009235046

$250,000—
Apr 10, 2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC192858

$145,500—
Mar 31, 2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC192858

—
Mar 31, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC192858

$144,900—
Oct 25, 1999

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC279004

$25,000—
Sep 10, 1999

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC279004

—
Aug 24, 1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC279004

$29,900—
Aug 2, 1999

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC313918

$39,900—
Apr 13, 1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC313918

$54,900—
Mar 11, 1999

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC327598

$54,900—
Jan 22, 1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC327598

$59,900—
Jan 13, 1999

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC312800

$64,900—
Oct 16, 1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC312800

$74,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/02/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2253818

$550,000
06/10/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #356972115

$250,000
06/10/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #356972115

$250,000
06/10/2013

Closed

BRIGHT #1003963440

$250,000
06/10/2013

Closed

BRIGHT #1003963476

$250,000
05/04/2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1003963440

—
05/04/2012

Pending

BRIGHT #1003963476

—
04/27/2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009264992

$199,000
04/27/2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009235046

$199,000
04/27/2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003963440

$175,000
04/27/2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1003963476

$175,000
04/27/2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009264992

—
04/27/2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009235046

—
11/03/2010

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009264992

$219,000
09/24/2010

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009235046

$250,000
04/10/2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC192858

$145,500
03/31/2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC192858

—
03/31/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC192858

$144,900
10/25/1999

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC279004

$25,000
09/10/1999

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC279004

—
08/24/1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC279004

$29,900
08/02/1999

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC313918

$39,900
04/13/1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC313918

$54,900
03/11/1999

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC327598

$54,900
01/22/1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC327598

$59,900
01/13/1999

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC312800

$64,900
10/16/1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC312800

$74,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 46 Forrester Street Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$144,030Additions$448,080Total$592,110
Tax Record2025$5,033 ($419 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,556 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,556 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,537 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1943Year Renovated2013ZoningR-2CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN6239 0065

Schools near 46 Forrester Street Southwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Patterson Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Hart Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Ballou High School
Public - 9 to 12
Ballou STAY High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Patterson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hart Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ballou High School
Public9 to 12

Ballou STAY High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 46 Forrester Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20032

46 Forrester Street Southwest is a multi-family home for sale in Washington, DC 20032. This property was listed for sale on April 2, 2026 by RE/MAX Allegiance, it's currently listed at $550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on June 10, 2013. This listing's school district is District Of Columbia Public Schools. Nearby schools include Patterson Elementary School, Hart Middle School and Ballou High School. 46 Forrester Street Southwest is a 8-bed, 4-bath, 2,556 sqft multi-family home built in 1943.

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