Situated on 6.7 acres of mature gardens and tree covered grounds, this Mediterranean style villa offers the best of both privacy and accessibility, with interior spaces inviting both grandeur and cozy family life. A graceful circular driveway leads arrivals through a tree lined fence and gated entry to reveal the lovely terra cotta roofing of this estate, built in 1925. Most recently the home of the Swedish Ambassador, this residence is ideal as a cozy retreat by the hearth or for diplomatic calibre entertaining. Surrounded by the desirable American University Park neighborhood and adjacent to Spring Valley, the location is close to high quality grocery and dining offerings, including local favorites Wagshal's Market and Millie's Restaurant, and a mere 20 minutes to Reagan National Airport. Featuring seven bedrooms, seven full and three half baths, family and friends are easily and comfortably accommodated in these expansive and spacious rooms, which feature gorgeous hardwood floors and large light filled windows. The commercial grade kitchen is ideal for large scale entertaining, as is the wing provided for support staff. A formal library, ballroom and paved terraces provide the stateliness requisite for such events. With almost 7 acres of green space and wooded areas comprising the grounds, the property offers the potential for a wide variety of activities. A lit tennis court is ready made for sports enthusiasts, while the desirable location makes sale and development of the acreage a lucrative opportunity for the future.
Sold
$17,300,000
3900 Nebraska Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
7beds
11,212sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
6.70 Acres lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,543/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 28, 2023 at 07:40am
Listed by:
Cara Pearlman 202-641-3008,
Compass,
Co-Listing Agent: Timothy-Jay Morton 202-716-7884,
Compass
Bought with:
Cara Pearlman, 225180603
Compass
TJ Morton, SP40001556
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2071350

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 9
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 4
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 3466
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Mud Room
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Additional Stairway, Butlers Pantry, Crown Molding, Elevator, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Partial,Garage Access,Improved,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 12,800
- Total interior livable area: 11,212 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 9,334
- Finished area below ground: 1,878
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Detached, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Tennis Court(s)
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Aluminum
Lot
- Size: 6.70 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1596//0811
- Zoning: R1B
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: American University Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple