$5,400,000
SOLD AUG 18, 2025
5 Beds
6.5 Baths
6,728 Sq Ft
6,654 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$803 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

173 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Private Pool
  • Dual Staircase
  • Hyde Addison Elementary School Rated A
  • 0.15 Acre Lot
  • Federal Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2025

Although Washington DC, generally, and Georgetown, specifically, are steeped in American architectural history, opportunities to own, occupy and steward historically significant homes in this neighborhood are rare. Today, many qualifying homes have been put in the hands of not-for-profit institutions, turned into ambassadorial residences or other such official properties, or have been tragically lost to history. 1537 28th St is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a grand and elegant residence in the “east village” of Georgetown. The home was built in 1867 by and for Thomas Hyde, whose family retained ownership until about 1930. After the Hyde’s tenure in the home, it was owned by the family of William Taylor. Taylor hired noted Washington, DC architect Rose Greely to expand and remodel the home and gardens – a design for which she was awarded a prize in 1940, just after which the home was sold to its most notable owner. Robert Woods Bliss and his wife Mildred acquired the residence in 1940 after donating their prior home, Dumbarton Oaks, to Harvard University. As Dumbarton Oaks is widely regarded as one of the finest homes in all of Washington, it was noteworthy for them to choose 1537 28th as their new and final home. On account of their ownership, which lasted through 1969, the home is colloquially known around Georgetown as the "Robert Woods Bliss House" or just “The Bliss House”. It is likely the unusually grand size and scale of the rooms – a notable feature of their prior property – that attracted Ambassador and Mrs. Bliss to the home. The main level features nearly 12’ ceilings that present an architectural harmony that is rarely seen in Washington’s homes. The scale is more typical of the “Gilded Age” homes of the Northeast or even Europe, but the intimacy that is lost in those homes is preserved on 28th St. To create a grand space that retains intimacy and elegance is a feat of architectural design that must be lauded. Upon entering, a well-proportioned entry foyer leads you to an enfilade with a central hall, off of which are the main level’s three principal rooms and grand stair hall. The office, formal DR with wood burning fireplace, and formal LR that also features a wood burning fireplace, reach the corners of the home and are each able to be closed behind grand mahogany doors. The millwork and moldings are elegant, fitting, and perfectly preserved. A kitchen with a very large and unusual-for-Georgetown family room with a third fireplace (gas) offers private family space in the northeast corner of the home, and its two sides of Palladian-style fenestration also offer access to the rear garden and swimming pool, and a private service entrance off of Q St. The second level, which is accessed by both the grand “public” stair hall boasting a tasteful brass lantern chandelier and a “private” rear stair hall, presents four BRs, all with en-suite bathrooms. The master BR is the largest of the four, with a sizable en-suite bath feature marble and high quality fixtures, as well as a walk-in closet. Two additional BRs w/en suite BAs flank the upper level landing. The fourth BR on the second level was envisioned as a maid’s suite, offering a BA, small living room, and kitchenette. The suite can be used cohesively with the whole house, but can also be cordoned off and used autonomously. Finally, off of the landing is an additional staircase that leads to a fifth BR, en-suite BA, and ample storage including a cedar closet for off-season clothing storage. Usually an area of Georgetown homes that sees little use, the lowest level of the home is different. Only partially below-grade and with high ceilings, a huge yet cozy recreation room with exposed brick walls features the homes fifth fireplace and a row of glass-paned French doors providing access to the rear garden and swimming pool. Additional features are a large wine cellar, massive storage and utility rooms & parking.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nate Guggenheim

Washington Fine Properties, LLC License #SP98364671 Listed on: 11/14/2024

Washington Fine Properties, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,968

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 6,654 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Landscaped
  • Planted Vegetation
  • Sprinkler System
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Historic Home
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned PER DC ZONING MAP

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Federal Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Kitchen Island
  • Wine Rack

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Cedar Closet
  • Walk-In Closet

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Garage Access
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement with some natural light

Pool

  • Private Pool

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Georgetown Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 310
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1266//0310

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,968

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Exclusions: SEE SELLER DISCLOSURES - AVAILABLE FROM AGENT, PLEASE EMAIL
  • Historic: Yes
  • Inclusions: SEE SELLER DISCLOSURES - AVAILABLE FROM AGENT, PLEASE EMAIL
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Although Washington DC, generally, and Georgetown, specifically, are steeped in American architectural history, opportunities to own, occupy and steward historically significant homes in this neighborhood are rare. Today, many qualifying homes have been put in the hands of not-for-profit institutions, turned into ambassadorial residences or other such official properties, or have been tragically lost to history. 1537 28th St is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a grand and elegant residence in the “east village” of Georgetown. The home was built in 1867 by and for Thomas Hyde, whose family retained ownership until about 1930. After the Hyde’s tenure in the home, it was owned by the family of William Taylor. Taylor hired noted Washington, DC architect Rose Greely to expand and remodel the home and gardens – a design for which she was awarded a prize in 1940, just after which the home was sold to its most notable owner. Robert Woods Bliss and his wife Mildred acquired the residence in 1940 after donating their prior home, Dumbarton Oaks, to Harvard University. As Dumbarton Oaks is widely regarded as one of the finest homes in all of Washington, it was noteworthy for them to choose 1537 28th as their new and final home. On account of their ownership, which lasted through 1969, the home is colloquially known around Georgetown as the "Robert Woods Bliss House" or just “The Bliss House”. It is likely the unusually grand size and scale of the rooms – a notable feature of their prior property – that attracted Ambassador and Mrs. Bliss to the home. The main level features nearly 12’ ceilings that present an architectural harmony that is rarely seen in Washington’s homes. The scale is more typical of the “Gilded Age” homes of the Northeast or even Europe, but the intimacy that is lost in those homes is preserved on 28th St. To create a grand space that retains intimacy and elegance is a feat of architectural design that must be lauded. Upon entering, a well-proportioned entry foyer leads you to an enfilade with a central hall, off of which are the main level’s three principal rooms and grand stair hall. The office, formal DR with wood burning fireplace, and formal LR that also features a wood burning fireplace, reach the corners of the home and are each able to be closed behind grand mahogany doors. The millwork and moldings are elegant, fitting, and perfectly preserved. A kitchen with a very large and unusual-for-Georgetown family room with a third fireplace (gas) offers private family space in the northeast corner of the home, and its two sides of Palladian-style fenestration also offer access to the rear garden and swimming pool, and a private service entrance off of Q St. The second level, which is accessed by both the grand “public” stair hall boasting a tasteful brass lantern chandelier and a “private” rear stair hall, presents four BRs, all with en-suite bathrooms. The master BR is the largest of the four, with a sizable en-suite bath feature marble and high quality fixtures, as well as a walk-in closet. Two additional BRs w/en suite BAs flank the upper level landing. The fourth BR on the second level was envisioned as a maid’s suite, offering a BA, small living room, and kitchenette. The suite can be used cohesively with the whole house, but can also be cordoned off and used autonomously. Finally, off of the landing is an additional staircase that leads to a fifth BR, en-suite BA, and ample storage including a cedar closet for off-season clothing storage. Usually an area of Georgetown homes that sees little use, the lowest level of the home is different. Only partially below-grade and with high ceilings, a huge yet cozy recreation room with exposed brick walls features the homes fifth fireplace and a row of glass-paned French doors providing access to the rear garden and swimming pool. Additional features are a large wine cellar, massive storage and utility rooms & parking.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Cedar Closet(s), Crown Moldings, Double/Dual Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Intercom, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors, Wine Storage
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Double Hung, Wood Frame
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Study, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Attic
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Garage Access, Daylight, Partial, Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Walkout Level
  • Laundry Type: Has Laundry, Basement, Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 7891
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 6728
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 1046.51
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5590
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1138
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1163
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 2301
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1537

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 5
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Slate
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Basement Garage
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Vegetation Planting
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6654.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • Zoning: PER DC ZONING MAP
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • School Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually
  • Tax Annual Amount: 36968.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1266//0310
  • Tax Lot: 310
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Close Date: 08/18/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 14, 2024
Closed on
Aug 18, 2025
Sold by
Nitze William A and Nitze Paul K
Bought by
28Th Street Llc
Seller's Agent
Nate Guggenheim
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
John Adler Jr.
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
List Price
$5,850,000
Sold Price
$5,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$450,000
-7.69%
Views
497

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
203.11%
Original Mortgage
$7,525,328
Outstanding Balance
$7,525,328
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
-$1,753,816

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 1997
Sold by
Smith Harry J and Smith Norma D
Bought by
Nitze William A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
7.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,800,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $357,500 New Conventional
Open $702,840 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $750,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $500,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Sold $5,400,000 -7.7% $803 / Sq Ft
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Pending -- -- --
11/14/2024 11/14/24 For Sale $5,850,000 -- $870 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $38,385 $4,602,970 $1,835,770 $2,767,200
2023 $36,968 $4,433,220 $1,786,930 $2,646,290
2022 $35,540 $4,259,840 $1,708,610 $2,551,230
2021 $35,224 $4,220,400 $1,700,100 $2,520,300
2020 $33,923 $4,066,690 $1,616,790 $2,449,900
2019 $33,846 $4,056,760 $1,578,060 $2,478,700
2018 $32,086 $3,848,210 $0 $0
2017 $31,411 $3,767,860 $0 $0
2016 $30,770 $3,691,660 $0 $0
2015 $30,172 $3,621,070 $0 $0
2014 $28,284 $3,397,700 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2168660

Bright MLS

APN: 1266-0310