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8 Beds
6 Baths
6,135 sqft

$5,200,000

1516 28TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DC, 20007

Price per sqft$847.60
Built in1890
Property size6,135 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

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Listed May 23, 2025

Updated 12 days ago

New Price Improvement! Nestled on one of the finest streets in Georgetown's coveted East Village, this 1890 semi-attached row home on a double lot offers stunning original architectural details that elegantly complements the expansive garden and pool. Boasting over 6,000 square feet of living space with unobstructed southern exposures, this home is flooded with light and has a spacious floor plan with an excellent flow for everyday living and entertaining. Upon entering, you'll be captivated by the large formal living room, where intricate crown molding, over 10’ ceilings and two fireplaces create a sense of warmth and grandeur. The space flows effortlessly into the sunroom, with four sliding glass doors opening onto a beautifully landscaped Japanese garden with a fish pond, waterfall and moon gate. Adjacent to the sunroom is the library, with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, another fireplace, hidden TV closet and direct access to the private rear pool and seating area. This seamless indoor-outdoor connection ensures an effortless lifestyle for quiet evenings and lively gatherings. The eat-in kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, two sinks, and dual dishwashers. It opens up to the charming breakfast area that invites casual dining, while the formal dining room provides an elegant setting for hosting. A main-level laundry room, powder room, and access to the two-car garage add convenience. On the second level, the primary suite is nothing short of a retreat, with a gas fireplace, walk-through closet, breakfast kitchenette , built-in desk, and an en-suite bath featuring dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and a separate soaking tub. Two generously sized guest bedrooms with fireplaces share a well-appointed hall bathroom with dual vanities and a separate shower and tub. The third level offers versatile living space, including a home office or additional bedroom and two more bedrooms with a shared hall bathroom. Skylights above the staircase infuse the upper levels with natural light, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. The home is also equipped with an elevator, ensuring ease of movement between all levels, and a two-car attached garage with off-street parking for visitors. The lower level offers a shower and bath, walk-out stairs to the pool and elevator access to a spacious recreation room/gym, wine closet and ample storage. For those seeking additional space or rental income, a charming two-bedroom apartment with separate entrance sits above the garage with a cozy living room and kitchenette. This exceptional home has the best historic architecture, offering unparalleled living spaces inside and out. Ideally situated in proximity to all that Georgetown and the greater city has to offer, this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Additional information

MLS® ID
DCDC2159120

Interior Features

Bedrooms
8
Bathrooms
6
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.13 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$38,821
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No
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Listed by Compass
Listing Contact: 3014637800 

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