Welcome to 2137 R St NW, a stately 5 bedroom residence nestled in the heart of Kalorama. This distinguished home offers an extraordinary blend of classic elegance and modern luxury, encompassing a generous 5,743 square feet of meticulously designed living space, spanning four levels. Multiple updates have been painstakingly undertaken in the last four years, enhancing the property both aesthetically and functionally. Step through the classic front door and into the gracious entry foyer, where original hardwood floors and soaring 10ft ceilings immediately set the tone for this stately home. The southern exposure yields a bright, sunny interior bathed in natural light. The embassy-sized formal living spaces boasts intricate moldings, and two fireplaces anchor the space, creating an elegant and inviting atmosphere. Recently updated and expanded in 2021-2022 the modern kitchen features Leicht cabinetry, Wolf and Subzero appliances, and a convenient butlers pantry. The completely renovated patio provides a tranquil, private sanctuary just off the kitchen. Upstairs, retreat to the master suite, a private oasis offering tranquility and comfort with a spacious walk-in closet, en-suite bath and elegant fireplace. A family room provides a comfortable gathering space, and a newly rebuilt screened-in deck offers a great alfresco dining space and your own private perch overlooking the patio below. Additional bedrooms on the second upper level provide ample space and flexibility, ideal for family, guests, or a home office setup. The lower level has also been updated in 2021-2022. This level offers a large recreation room that provides direct access to the garage and the rear patio, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow with direct walk-up access to the back patio. A spare bedroom, full bathroom and second kitchen provide flexibility for an au-pair or live-in. Enhancing this property's appeal is the convenience of an attached garage, providing secure parking and additional storage space. Perfectly positioned near Embassy Row, Rock Creek Park, and the vibrant shops and dining of Dupont Circle, 2137 R St NW blends Kalorama’s history with modern updates, creating a home that’s as functional as it is beautiful. Schedule your private tour today and experience this remarkable residence for yourself.
For sale
$4,200,000
2137 R St NW, Washington, DC 20008
5beds
5,743sqft
Est.:
Townhouse
Built in 1890
2,500 Square Feet Lot
$3,968,600 Zestimate®
$731/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lower levelLarge recreation roomSpare bedroomFamily roomSecond kitchenOriginal hardwood floorsAdditional bedrooms
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Listing updated: May 02, 2025 at 12:25pm
Listed by:
Sarah Hake 202-856-4777,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2198784

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 5
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,743
- Total interior livable area: 5,743 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,743
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Oversized, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,500 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade
- Parcel number: 2514//0009
- Zoning: R3
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kalorama
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $731/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,253,780
- Annual tax amount: $25,363
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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