Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own one of the iconic homes of Chevy Chase DC! On a corner lot just one block off Connecticut Avenue with one of the neighborhood’s most appreciated gardens, this East- and South-facing house boasts more than 3600 square feet above grade of well-lit living space, with six bedrooms and 3 ½ bedrooms, not including a surprisingly bright self-sufficient 1-bedroom 1-bath modern basement space with its own kitchen. Solar panels (owned) help reduce your carbon footprint. The classic interior includes elegant architectural elements, including crown moldings and high ceilings that add sophistication. With a formal dining room includes built-in cabinetry, original hardwood floors throughout that provide durability and charm, and a wood fireplace set the stage for a timeless family home. Just as rare and appealing is the neighborhood with its small-town vibe, a location with everything within a few blocks, including the local post office, banks, the Avalon theater, Magruder’s, CVS, Safeway, coffee shops, playgrounds, and enough restaurants to dine at a different location each night of the week. Upon entering the home one immediately feels a sense of creativity, safety, and community. Not surprising, given its pivotal role as a gathering place in the 60’s and 70’s of local activists whose energy and optimism was catalyzed within the walls of this special home. Solar Panels convey along with SREC's. Newer Central AC on main and lower levels, recent mini-splits in upper bedrooms on levels 3 & 4. Please note side yard is part of property in addition to the front yard along 39th & Livingston.
Sold
$1,685,000
5500 39th St NW, Washington, DC 20015
6beds
4,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
5,500 sqft lot
$1,684,800 Zestimate®
$379/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 06, 2025 at 05:40am
Listed by:
Katie Bocock 301-793-7954,
Compass
Bought with:
Scott Sachs, SP98362780
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2172184

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Level: Lower
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Office
- Level: Upper
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- 2nd Kitchen, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Curved Staircase, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Plaster Walls
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Partial,Connecting Stairway,Finished,Garage Access,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Wood Burning, Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,650
- Total interior livable area: 4,450 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,650
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Basement, Driveway, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Sqft: 190
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Masonry/Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street
Lot
- Size: 5,500 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, SideYard(s), Urban, Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1748//0816
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
- Major remodel year: 2020
Details
- Builder name: J Smith
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC, Lighting
- Energy generation: PV Solar Array(s) Owned
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Chevy Chase
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Private Financing Available,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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