$2,695,000

2739 Chesapeake St NW Washington, DC 20008

Forest Hills Neighborhood

Estimated payment $16,397/month

Total Views 4,639
5 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,704 Sq Ft
$472 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Scenic Views
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Ben Murch Elementary School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

Tucked away on a picturesque block in Forest Hills, this center hall colonial boasts a rare level exterior entrance and an open floorpan that masterfully blends timeless architecture with sophisticated, modern finishes. The heart of the home is a stunning chef's kitchen equipped with Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry and ample counter space leading seamlessly into a house wide length of great room opening onto a full length wide deck with sylvan views and large rear yard.With 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms across four expansive levels, this home delivers exceptional space, functionality, and design in one of DC's most sought -after neighborhoods.

Listing Agent

Brook Myers

City Houses, LLC License #BR98362132 Listed on: 05/22/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,638

Year Built

  • Built in 1934 | Remodeled in 2013

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Rear-Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Scenic Vista
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Wine Rack
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Finished Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Garage Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Shelving
  • Basement Windows

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Kitchen
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Murch Elementary School
  • Deal Middle School
  • Wilson Senior High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Forest Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 38
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2258//0038

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,638

Year Built

Built in 1934 | Remodeled in 2013

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main, Kitchen Mod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Year Renovated: 2013
  • Remarks Public: Tucked away on a picturesque block in Forest Hills, this center hall colonial boasts a rare level exterior entrance and an open floorpan that masterfully blends timeless architecture with sophisticated, modern finishes. The heart of the home is a stunning chef's kitchen equipped with Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry and ample counter space leading seamlessly into a house wide length of great room opening onto a full length wide deck with sylvan views and large rear yard. With 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms across four expansive levels, this home delivers exceptional space, functionality, and design in one of DC's most sought -after neighborhoods.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven - Wall, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Icemaker, Range Hood
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Wine Storage
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Shelving, Windows, Garage Access
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 5704
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 5704
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 692.27
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3893
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1811
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1811
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2739

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 4
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • 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, Rubber
  • View: Scenic Vista, Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Steam, Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Natural Gas 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
  • Elementary School: MURCH
  • Middle School: DEAL
  • High School: WILSON SENIOR
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: MURCH
  • High School: WILSON SENIOR
  • Middle Or Junior School: DEAL

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Fully
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10958.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Soil Types: Manor-Glenelg
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R1
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17638.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2258//0038
  • Tax Lot: 38
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 5704
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Source: Public Records

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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 $17,638 $2,075,070 $965,730 $1,109,340
2023 $17,087 $2,010,230 $932,640 $1,077,590
2022 $16,786 $1,974,870 $926,940 $1,047,930
2021 $12,631 $1,485,970 $906,230 $579,740
2020 $12,490 $1,469,430 $909,190 $560,240
2019 $12,071 $1,420,170 $845,850 $574,320
2018 $11,867 $1,396,120 $0 $0
2017 $11,049 $1,299,890 $0 $0
2016 $10,991 $1,293,020 $0 $0
2015 $10,584 $1,245,160 $0 $0
2014 $10,669 $1,255,220 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2025 07/09/25 For Rent $9,950 0.0% --
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $2,695,000 0.0% $472 / Sq Ft
07/02/2015 07/02/15 Rented $6,500 0.0% --
07/02/2015 07/02/15 Under Contract -- -- --
06/19/2015 06/19/15 For Rent $6,500 0.0% --
06/01/2012 06/01/12 Sold $1,170,000 -10.0% $414 / Sq Ft
04/20/2012 04/20/12 Pending -- -- --
12/16/2011 12/16/11 Price Changed $1,300,000 -7.1% $460 / Sq Ft
09/10/2011 09/10/11 For Sale $1,400,000 -- $495 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,170,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,350,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $820,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2201144

Bright MLS

APN: 2258-0038

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20008 Forest Hills

2739 Chesapeake St NW, Washington, DC

This home is located at 2739 Chesapeake St NW, Washington, DC 20008 and is currently priced at $2,695,000, approximately $472 per square foot. This property was built in 1934. 2739 Chesapeake St NW is a home located in District of Columbia with nearby schools including Ben Murch Elementary School, Alice Deal Middle School, and Jackson Reed High School.

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