Description

Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details.

A welcoming wraparound front porch leads into a grand, light-filled foyer with original parquet flooring that extends through the formal dining room and expansive living room. The main level features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and an elegant, functional flow. The well-proportioned living room showcases coffered ceilings, bay windows, and a fireplace with wood-burning stove, while the sun-filled dining room is ideal for entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers granite countertops, brand-new stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, extensive cabinetry, and a wall of windows overlooking the rear yard. A convenient powder room and a unique double staircase—accessible from both the foyer and kitchen—complete this level.

The first upper level includes four generously sized bedrooms and two full baths. The second upper level is dedicated to a private primary suite with skylight, bamboo flooring, two walk-in closets, and flexible space for a home office, sitting area, or study.

The lower level features a bonus room, full kitchen, full bath, dedicated laundry, two walk-out entrances, and its own electric meter—ideal for guests, extended living, or rental potential.

Additional highlights include three heating systems (radiators and heat pumps on each floor, plus a wood stove on the main level), central air conditioning, and recent updates including a new boiler and water heater, along with a dedicated rear parking space. The home is situated on a quiet street with minimal through traffic, only minutes from the best trails in Rock Creek Park. The yard features mature front trees, a rear deck, green space ready for planting, and a fruiting fig tree. A truly special property offering exceptional space, character, and flexibility in a prime Northwest Washington, DC setting.