5711 J Street • Capitol Heights, MD 20743

$280,000 Beds: 3 • Baths: 1 full • Sq. Feet: 816 • MLS ID: MDPG2149484 • Subdivision: WEST FAIRMOUNT • School Dist: PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Short Sale – Third-Party Approval Required Price Improvement AND an amazing opportunity for savvy buyers! Welcome to 5711 J Street, a charming and fully updated 3-bed, 1-bath single-family home on a quiet Fairmount Heights street—just minutes from Capitol Heights Metro and downtown DC. Step inside to find brand-new carpet and luxury vinyl plank flooring, a modern kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar. Major upgrades include a new roof and gutters (2024), washer and dryer (2023), and a professionally reinforced foundation for long-term peace of mind. Enjoy outdoor living with a fully fenced front and back yard (2023), covered front porch, and a new rear deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The basement area, accessible from the backyard, provides a spacious utility/storage/workshop area with plenty of potential. This address qualifies for the Home Ownership Plus Program (low-to-no down payment, 100% financing, no mortgage insurance) and a $5,000 Lender Grant with the preferred lender. Please note: Sale is subject to lender’s short-sale approval. Home sold as-is. View this listing at: http://jessehershteam.com/mls=MDPG2149484

Property Features

  • Taxes: $4,143
  • Basement: Yes
  • Roof Type: Shingle
  • Exterior: Frame
  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.08 Acre(S)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Municipality: Fairmount Heights
  • Accessibility: 2+ Access Exits
  • Additional Structures: Above Grade,Below Grade
  • Fencing Description: Fully
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • SQFT Total Finished: 816
  • SQFT Above Finished: 816
  • Utilities: Electric Available,Natural Gas Available

School Information

  • High School: FAIRMONT HEIGHTS
  • Elementary School: ROBERT R. GRAY
  • School District: PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Printed March 05, 2026


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