What $300k gets you in D.C. real estate

The median home sales price in D.C. was $645,000 in January, so Axios wanted to see how much house you can get below that price point.

Heads up: You can buy in DC for $300K, but you’ll get more for your money looking beyond the District’s boundaries.

Here’s a comparison of three homes around the metro area that recently sold for around $300K.

5885 Colorado Ave. NW., Apt. 201 — $300,000

Brightwood; 1 bedroom, 1 bath; 602 square feet

• Features: 10’ ceilings, bamboo wood flooring, black stone countertops, walk-in bedroom closet, stacked washer/dryer in unit, parking garage.
• Asking price: $295,000
• Sold for: $300,000
• Listing agent: Philip C. DiRuggiero

4390 Lorcom Ln. Apt. 704 — $305,000

North Arlington; 2 bedrooms, 2 bath; 1,021 square feet

• Features: Renovated kitchen and bathrooms, new hardwood floors, upgraded appliances.
• Asking price: $319,900
• Sold for: $305,000
• Listing agent: Greylin L Thomas Jr.

5031 36th Pl. — $300,000

Hyattsville; 2 bedrooms, 1 bath; 900 square feet

• Features: Fully furnished basement, central A/C, upgraded kitchen.
• Asking price: $319,900
• Sold for: $300,000
• Listing agent: Wemmy D. Collins