$2,250,000
SOLD JUL 15, 2025

2840 Chesapeake St NW Washington, DC 20008

Forest Hills Neighborhood
6 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,210 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$534 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Ben Murch Elementary School Rated A-
  • Tudor Architecture
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2025

**PRICE IMPROVED - OPEN SATURDAY 1-3pm**. With over 250k in amazing renovations, this timeless Tudor home seamlessly blends classic charm with modern essentials, featuring a slate tile craftsman kitchen adorned with a unique wood ceiling and a smart wall that conveys. The welcoming center hall foyer opens to a formal dining room, a stylish kitchen, and a formal living room. The side library with built in shelves and whimsical wallpaper completes the charm of the first level.

On the upper level, discover a fully updated owner’s suite, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, thoughtfully designed double walk-in closets, and a luxurious marble-tiled bathroom featuring heated floors, double sinks, and a glass shower. Two additional sunlit bedrooms share an artisan bath with a glass shower, soaking tub, and heated floors.

The rare third floor offers three versatile rooms, perfect for an office, guest space, or play area, all sharing another bathroom with a glass shower and heated floors. The spacious lower level provides abundant storage, a large walk-in laundry room, a gym/storage area, and a Moroccan-inspired steam shower full bath.

Distinctive character details such as a stone wall, built-in shelves, and an under-staircase dog cove add unique charm to this home. The flat backyard includes a play area with a slide, a large patio, and a detached two-car garage, ideal for a future guest house. HOME GENERATOR CONVEYS
Located just minutes from restaurants and shops on Connecticut Ave, blocks from Rock Creek Park, and only 1/2 mile from Van Ness Metro, this home is a walker’s paradise. Enjoy local favorites like Politics & Prose, Sfoglina, Italian Bar, and Call Your Mother.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Trent Heminger

Compass License #SP102135 Listed on: 05/07/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Mary Noone

Compass License #647940

Last Buyer's Agent

Anslie Stokes

Corcoran McEnearney License #0225091985

Corcoran McEnearney

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,389

Year Built

  • Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Double lot! Sidewalks
  • Property is zoned R60

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Wood Flooring
  • Finished Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry on lower level

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Playground
  • Play Equipment

Schools

  • Murch Elementary School
  • Deal Junior High School
  • Jackson-Reed High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Forest Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2258//0804

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,389

Year Built

Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Tudor
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Expected On Market: 5/7/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Year Renovated: 2020
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: **PRICE IMPROVED - OPEN SATURDAY 1-3pm**. With over 250k in amazing renovations, this timeless Tudor home seamlessly blends classic charm with modern essentials, featuring a slate tile craftsman kitchen adorned with a unique wood ceiling and a smart wall that conveys. The welcoming center hall foyer opens to a formal dining room, a stylish kitchen, and a formal living room. The side library with built in shelves and whimsical wallpaper completes the charm of the first level. On the upper level, discover a fully updated owner’s suite, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, thoughtfully designed double walk-in closets, and a luxurious marble-tiled bathroom featuring heated floors, double sinks, and a glass shower. Two additional sunlit bedrooms share an artisan bath with a glass shower, soaking tub, and heated floors. The rare third floor offers three versatile rooms, perfect for an office, guest space, or play area, all sharing another bathroom with a glass shower and heated floors. The spacious lower level provides abundant storage, a large walk-in laundry room, a gym/storage area, and a Moroccan-inspired steam shower full bath. Distinctive character details such as a stone wall, built-in shelves, and an under-staircase dog cove add unique charm to this home. The flat backyard includes a play area with a slide, a large patio, and a detached two-car garage, ideal for a future guest house. HOME GENERATOR CONVEYS Located just minutes from restaurants and shops on Connecticut Ave, blocks from Rock Creek Park, and only 1/2 mile from Van Ness Metro, this home is a walker’s paradise. Enjoy local favorites like Politics & Prose, Sfoglina, Italian Bar, and Call Your Mother.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Table Space, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Wood Frame
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: High
  • Foundation Details: Permanent
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Outside Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4210
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 4210
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 723.47
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3110
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1100
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2840

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • 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, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Play Equipment, Play Area, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Roof: Slate
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: MURCH
  • Middle School: DEAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
  • High School: JACKSON-REED
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MURCH
  • High School: JACKSON-REED
  • Middle Or Junior School: DEAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels Description: Double lot! Sidewalks
  • Fencing: Fully
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.20
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 8712.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Brandywine
  • Zoning: R60
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 17389.40
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2258//0804
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 07/15/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2019
Closed on
Apr 18, 2019
Sold by
Towe Christopher M and Yamanaka-Towe Susan Y
Bought by
Chapin Benjamin W and Chapin Daniel Lauren
Seller's Agent
Susan Van Nostrand
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Trent Heminger
Compass
List Price
$1,689,000
Sold Price
$1,689,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.05%
Original Mortgage
$1,435,650
Outstanding Balance
$1,277,352
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,016,851

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2006
Sold by
Hahn Todd
Bought by
Washburn Eric L and Schepper,Robin F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$937,500
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $1,689,000 Allied Title & Escrow Llc
Warranty Deed $1,250,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,435,650 New Conventional
Previous Owner $413,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $937,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $177,750 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Sold $2,250,000 0.0% $534 / Sq Ft
06/14/2025 06/14/25 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Price Changed $2,250,000 -6.3% $534 / Sq Ft
05/07/2025 05/07/25 For Sale $2,400,000 +42.1% $570 / Sq Ft
04/18/2019 04/18/19 Sold $1,689,000 0.0% $500 / Sq Ft
02/13/2019 02/13/19 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2019 02/07/19 For Sale $1,689,000 +16.1% $500 / Sq Ft
04/13/2012 04/13/12 Sold $1,455,000 -2.7% $611 / Sq Ft
02/13/2012 02/13/12 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2012 02/09/12 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $628 / 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 $13,638 $1,691,540 $688,620 $1,002,920
2023 $12,525 $1,557,510 $665,030 $892,480
2022 $11,903 $1,479,050 $646,340 $832,710
2021 $11,466 $1,474,010 $631,910 $842,100
2020 $10,430 $1,302,700 $625,940 $676,760
2019 $10,476 $1,307,310 $599,100 $708,210
2018 $10,315 $1,286,870 $0 $0
2017 $9,655 $1,208,330 $0 $0
2016 $9,415 $1,179,310 $0 $0
2015 $9,019 $1,132,500 $0 $0
2014 $8,391 $1,057,390 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Trent Heminger

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Trent Heminger

    Compass

    (202) 210-6448

    1 in this area

    782 Total Sales

    Trent Heminger
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  • Mary Noone

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Mary Noone

    Compass

    (240) 461-3928

    112 Total Sales

    Mary Noone
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  • Anslie Stokes

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Anslie Stokes

    Corcoran McEnearney

    (202) 270-1081

    4 in this area

    248 Total Sales

    Anslie Stokes
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  • Susan Van Nostrand

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Susan Van Nostrand

    Compass

    (301) 529-1385

    4 in this area

    125 Total Sales

    Susan Van Nostrand
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  • Kurtis King

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Kurtis King

    Weichert Corporate

    (301) 257-4125

    43 Total Sales

    Kurtis King
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2199072

Bright MLS

APN: 2258-0804

District of Columbia District of Columbia County Washington 20008 Forest Hills

2840 Chesapeake St NW, Washington, DC

This home is located at 2840 Chesapeake St NW, Washington, DC 20008 and is currently priced at $2,250,000, approximately $534 per square foot. This property was built in 1927. 2840 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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