$1,600,000

Classic Washington architecture and thoughtful updates come together in this beautifully maintained 1940 brick Colonial in American University Park. Set on a landscaped corner lot, this home offers an inviting sense of place, with mature plantings, winding flagstone paths, and bright interiors designed for both everyday living and entertaining.The main… Read More level blends traditional character with modern comfort. Formal living and dining rooms feature rich hardwood floors and timeless architectural detail, while a fireplace adds warmth to the living space. An inviting sun porch is ideal as a home office, reading room, or lounge, and a separate family room with handsome built-ins provides another comfortable place to gather. The galley kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops and luxury vinyl plank flooring and opens to an adjacent eat-in area. A full bath on this level adds flexibility. (Note, the family room could be used as a main level bedroom if needed or desired).Upstairs, the expansive primary suite feels like a private retreat, with vaulted ceilings, two walk-in closets, a separate sitting room, and an en-suite bath with jetted tub and separate stall shower. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath complete the second level. A third-floor bonus room offers even more versatility for a home office, studio, exercise room, playroom, or quiet getaway.The lower level extends the living space with a family room centered around a second fireplace and accented by warm wood paneling. New luxury vinyl plank flooring gives the space a fresh foundation, while a large adjoining storage and utility area includes the washer and dryer.Outdoors, the wrought-iron-fenced corner setting has a garden-like feel, with mature landscaping and meandering flagstone pathways creating inviting spaces to enjoy the outdoors. An attached garage with EV charging, plus additional driveway parking, adds rare convenience in Northwest DC.Significant 2026 improvements include a new roof (over main part of house; not the addition), furnace, main air-conditioning system, quartz kitchen countertops, LVP flooring in the kitchen and lower level, carpet stair runners, and fresh interior and exterior paint.The setting is equally compelling. American University Park - better known as AU Park - is prized for its tree-lined streets, classic homes, green spaces, and convenient access to Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, and City Ridge. Nearby amenities include Friendship Park, known locally as Turtle Park, the Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library, American University's Katzen Arts Center and AU Museum, Wegmans at City Ridge, neighborhood dining and shopping, and the Tenleytown-AU and Friendship Heights Red Line Metro stations.With its classic Colonial character, flexible interior spaces, landscaped corner setting, garage and driveway parking, and substantial recent updates, this home offers a distinctive opportunity to enjoy one of Northwest Washington's most desirable residential neighborhoods. [In response to numerous inquiries, Seller has set an offer deadline of Tuesday and will review on Wednesday, Sept. Seller reserves the right, however, to accept an offer in advance of the deadline at their discretion.] Read Less

Courtesy of Kenneth B Trotter, TTR Sotheby's International Realty 703-745-1212

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 13, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,991

Lot Size

0.12 Acres

Year Built

1940

MLS Number

DCDC2265084

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Stove, Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier, Water Conditioner - Owned, Air Cleaner

Basement

Daylight, Full, Partially Finished, Rear Entrance, Windows

Building

Built in 1940, Living area: 2991, Levels: 4, Construction Materials: Brick

Cooling

Central A/C

Accessibility Features

None

Exterior Features

Play Area, Sidewalks

Fence

Wrought Iron

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Screen

Floors

Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank

Foundation

Slab

Garage

1 spaces

Heating

Forced Air

Interior Features

Attic, Attic/House Fan, Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Ceiling Fan(s)

Lot

0.12 acres, Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping

Parking

Paved Driveway

Pets Policy

Allowed: No Pet Restrictions

Property

Very Good, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Garden/Lawn, Street

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Annual Amount: $12,712, Lot: 27, Year: 2026, Zoning: R-1B

Utilities

Water Source: Public

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