Introducing 1538 Swann St, a beautifully renovated two-unit Dupont Circle residential property, offering exceptional flexibility for investors, urban dwellers, or pied-à-terre seekers. This is a unique opportunity providing the option to live in one unit and rent the other or rent both units to maximize income potential. Sophisticated investors will love distinctive DC living while maintaining a steady rental income. Renovated in 2017, both units offer the same meticulous finishes and open plan living, with a central kitchen positioned between the living and dining areas. The kitchens in both units have Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances with Spanish Silestone counters. Each of the units are two-levels with two-bedrooms and two-baths on a separate level from the main living area. Fantastic natural light floods through the expansive windows highlighting the modern finishes and recent updates. The upper unit, currently available for owner occupancy, has multiple skylights in the primary bedroom and soaring ceilings. The lower unit, currently rented, benefits from a private patio perfect for summer evenings. The unbeatable location puts you at the intersection of Dupont Circle, Logan Circle and the U Street Corridor on one of DC's most coveted tree-lined streets. Live steps away from the city's most talked about restaurants and shopping with this elegant property in one of DC's most iconic neighborhoods.
For sale
$1,825,000
1538 Swann St NW, Washington, DC 20009
4beds
2,840sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1885
711 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$643/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sub-zero and bosch appliancesCentral kitchenExpansive windowsSoaring ceilingsPrivate patioFantastic natural lightModern finishes
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 30, 2025 at 06:42am
Listed by:
Shirin Benamadi 202-288-3676,
Engel & Volkers Washington, DC,
Co-Listing Agent: Thomas P Spier 202-320-6711,
Engel & Volkers Washington, DC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2187002

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Basement
- Area: 460
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Microwave, Cooktop, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Air Filter System, Dining Area, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: Insulated, Six Panel
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens, Skylight(s), Energy Efficient, Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Connecting Stairway,Full,Front Entrance,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Windows
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,840
- Total interior livable area: 2,840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,380
- Finished area below ground: 460
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 711 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0191//0090
- Zoning: RF1/DC
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Dupont Circle
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $643/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,576,690
- Annual tax amount: $13,401
- Date on market: 4/11/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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