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11/08/2024 04:15 PM
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Pending
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,822 sqft
Price per Sqft $507
Subdivision Observatory Circle
MLS Listing ID DCDC2159244
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 6
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,330
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1925
Annual Tax Amount $11,499
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 5,750 Sqft
Acres 0.13
Property Description
From the moment you enter through the radiant spacious center staircase foyer, you are enveloped in an aura of classic elegance. The intricately crafted moldings and refined architectural details create a setting of grandeur and warmth highlighted by hardwood floors throughout. This illustrious property boasts six generously proportioned bedrooms, each with windows on two-sides with bucolic views of Washington’s idyllic mature trees, and five and a half bathrooms, ensuring comfort for every resident and guest. The large open-concept kitchen and family room addition, designed by renowned architect Don Hawkins, expands the rear of the home - ideal for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. The gourmet kitchen features a large center island with bar seating, two sinks, Thermador range, and views of the lush back gardens.The kitchen seamlessly flows into the bright and expansive family room showcasing floor-to-ceiling custom millwork built-in shelving. French doors invite you to unwind in the stately living room, which is accentuated by an exemplary gas fireplace and mantle. Brimming with natural light, the main level also includes a formal dining room equipped with built-in corner cabinets perfect for hosting sumptuous meals. A thoughtfully designed laundry room, a discrete half bathroom, and supplementary counter and cabinet storage lining the hallway complete this level.
The lower level offers a favorable apartment suite with a private entrance, galley kitchen with table seating, a full bathroom, and generous living space, providing a private retreat for guests or family members. An expansive storage room, as part of the addition, completes this level - offering space for decorations and larger items, or possible recreation room.
The primary suite is a haven of tranquility, featuring vaulted ceilings, a well-appointed walk-in closet and dressing room, and a private terrace where you can indulge in serene views and moments of quiet reflection. The en-suite bathroom is a sanctuary boasting a spa-like jacuzzi tub and private linen closet.
The exterior of the property is equally magnificent boasting colorful landscaping and a fully fenced-in level yard, offering an oasis of peace from every corner. The no maintenance Pro-Cell deck features thoughtful perimeter bench seating, inviting al fresco dining and leisure, while the detached garage provides ample space for storage.
This light-filled residence, with its impeccable design and eloquent details, represents the pinnacle of ideal living in Observatory Circle, offering an unparalleled blend of elegance, comfort, and prestige in one of the city's most coveted locales.
Location
State DC
County Washington
Zoning R1
Rooms
Basement Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Side Entrance, Fully Finished
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Parking Features Additional Storage Area, Garage - Rear Entry
Garage Spaces 1.0
Water Access N
View Garden/Lawn
Roof Type Slate
Accessibility None
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage Y
Building
Lot Description Level, Landscaping, Front Yard, Private, Rear Yard
Story 4
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 4
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District District Of Columbia Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 1935//0013
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Horse Property N
Special Listing Condition Standard
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