2539 Massachusetts Ave NW Washington, DC 20008
Sheridan-Kalorama NeighborhoodEstimated payment $21,059/month
Highlights
- Private Pool
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens Rated A-
- 4 Fireplaces
- 5-minute walk to Belmont Road Park
About This Home
Embassy Row Opportunity – Developer’s Dream with Pool Welcome to 2539 Massachusetts Avenue NW, an extraordinary property offering 7,884 total square feet of living space (including the lower level) on a 6,250 square foot lot with a private pool, set in the heart of historic Embassy Row in Kalorama. Built in 1923, this stately brick residence retains its grand proportions and architectural pedigree, with soaring ceilings, expansive formal rooms, multiple fireplaces, and elegant details throughout. Now in need of a total renovation, the home presents a rare opportunity for developers, investors, or visionary end-users to transform a legacy property into a modern masterpiece. The generous lot and private pool provide space for entertaining, gardens, and terraces—rare amenities in one of Washington’s most prestigious neighborhoods. Perfectly positioned along Massachusetts Avenue’s Embassy Row, this property is just minutes from Dupont Circle, Georgetown, Rock Creek Park, and the city’s finest schools, cultural institutions, and dining. 2539 Massachusetts Avenue NW offers limitless potential—a landmark address ready to be reimagined into a showcase residence.
Listing Agent
(703) 200-4956 matt.benson@lnf.com Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. Listed on: 09/05/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $32,435
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 6,250 Sq Ft Lot
- Masonry wall
- Property is Fully Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 2 Driveway Spaces
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Fixer Upper
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 4 Levels
- 4 Fireplaces
- Finished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Pool
- Private Pool
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Kalorama Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2505//0019
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $35,190 | $3,894,020 | $1,565,810 | $2,328,210 |
| 2024 | $32,435 | $3,815,920 | $1,558,000 | $2,257,920 |
| 2023 | $31,868 | $3,749,130 | $1,523,440 | $2,225,690 |
| 2022 | $30,922 | $3,637,910 | $1,501,380 | $2,136,530 |
| 2021 | $30,610 | $3,601,160 | $1,464,190 | $2,136,970 |
| 2020 | $30,432 | $3,580,180 | $1,406,560 | $2,173,620 |
| 2019 | $28,539 | $3,357,580 | $1,253,380 | $2,104,200 |
| 2018 | $27,924 | $3,285,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $26,880 | $3,162,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $25,785 | $3,033,490 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $24,501 | $2,882,460 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $23,823 | $2,802,660 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 10/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2025 09/05/25 | For Sale | $3,500,000 | -- | $475 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DCDC2221234
APN: 2505-0019
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