Welcome to 4501 Cathedral Avenue, a charming Wesley Heights residence built in 1925 that was thoughtfully and tastefully updated by the prior owners. Approximately 600 square feet was added in a seamless, three-story addition that created a cozy sunroom, a massive master closet with custom built-ins and a lower level game room/storage area. Noted architect Ankie Barnes of Barnes Vanze & Associates, and Richard Zantzinger of Zantzinger & Associates were the construction managers. This is one of the most charming homes in Wesley Heights, noted for its climbing wisteria over the front door. Wesley Heights is one of Washington's premier neighborhoods, and is the perfect location for those looking for a picturesque setting with all of the conveniences of the city. This well designed and appointed residence with 4BR, 3BA and 1HB exudes old world charm and is on a rare flat lot for Wesley Heights. The main level boasts a family room off the kitchen and separate breakfast nook, a living room with a separate reading nook, a sizeable dining room and the cheerful sun room. Starting with the two sets of french doors from the sunroom, there is egress to the beautifully landscaped side yard and other outdoor areas throughout the house. This is one of the most charming homes in Wesley Heights, one of Washington's premier neighborhoods, and is the perfect location for those looking for a picturesque setting with all of the conveniences of the city. A must see! By Appointment only.
Sold
$2,800,000
4501 Cathedral Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
4beds
4,248sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
5,000 sqft lot
$2,790,300 Zestimate®
$659/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 05, 2025 at 08:40pm
Listed by:
Cynthia Howar 202-944-5000,
Washington Fine Properties, LLC,
Co-Listing Agent: Ellen M Morrell 202-365-0196,
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Bought with:
Lauren Pillsbury, SP98373205
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2176994

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1094
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,248
- Total interior livable area: 4,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,154
- Finished area below ground: 1,094
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,000 sqft
- Features: Manor-Glenelg
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1609//0063
- Zoning: 00
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Wesley Heights
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple