$3,150,000
SOLD JUL 20, 2022
6 Beds
6.5 Baths
5,416 Sq Ft
5,762 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$582 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Recreation Room
  • Mud Room
  • Stoddert Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of July 2022

No catalogue of prestigious American addresses would be complete without the homes of Observatory Circle. The quintessentially Washingtonian center hall colonial at 67 Observatory Circle - with its 6 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms - is especially sure to wow you.

This home is the perfect intersection of old and new, retaining the charm of yesterday’s construction while adding the form and function of modern utility that was carefully and brilliantly woven into every aspect of its recent extensive renovation. No detail was left unconsidered. Inside and outside the owners went above and beyond to design spaces for how today’s homeowners live.

As you ascend the new, beautiful and underlit flagstone stairs and walkway you will be greeted by the striking original brick exterior. Upon entering you will note the large formal living room to your left that is anchored by a beautiful wood burning fireplace and on your right to the dining room that makes for memorable dinner parties. The rear of the first floor is a perfect great room with a chef’s kitchen and family room that make for an extraordinary gathering place. High-end appliances abound - from the Thermidor refrigerator and freezer, 8-burner Blue Star range, Miele plumbed-in coffee machine and Miele convection microwave - that all contribute to making this a wonderful place to host guests while ensure you have appliances and tools to create memorable meals. The convenience of two dishwashers, the beauty of stunning Italian marble counters and the repurposed 1920’s iceboxes into a modern wet bar with kegerator wall tap will leave your guests in awe of the detail that went into this space.

You may not ever want to leave the professionally designed, recently renovated tiered rear exterior yard that features a turf great lawn that is as fun to host a family football game as it to fill with high-tops for a memorable outdoor cocktail party. When it is time to retire at night, you have two upper floors featuring six full bedrooms from which to choose. The second floor is two large bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on one side of the home while the other is a luxurious primary suite completely reimagined into a spa-like retreat with a gorgeous bathroom and full room closet that is likely to leave you in awe.

The global pandemic highlighted the notable versatility of this home where the three bedrooms of the third floor where entirely repurposed into a complete home gym and a two-office suite that easily accommodated the workplace needs of two busy professionals. The new owners may choose to keep this layout or return this floor to its former three-bedroom layout. You won’t want to miss the lower level which features a second laundry room, abundant storage, a suite for guests and an amazing bonus room that could be a playroom, mancave or hobby room - depending on your needs. This is the one.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindsay Reishman

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #AB98367942 Listed on: 05/12/2022

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Shane Hedges

Compass License #SP98378210

Last Buyer's Agent

Silvana Dias

Cupid Real Estate License #SP98364927

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,107

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 5,762 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned R-12

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Side Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Sitting Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Utility Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Connecting Stairway

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heat Pump System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Observatory Circle Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 16
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1937//0016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,107

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: No catalogue of prestigious American addresses would be complete without the homes of Observatory Circle. The quintessentially Washingtonian center hall colonial at 67 Observatory Circle - with its 6 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms - is especially sure to wow you. This home is the perfect intersection of old and new, retaining the charm of yesterday’s construction while adding the form and function of modern utility that was carefully and brilliantly woven into every aspect of its recent extensive renovation. No detail was left unconsidered. Inside and outside the owners went above and beyond to design spaces for how today’s homeowners live. As you ascend the new, beautiful and underlit flagstone stairs and walkway you will be greeted by the striking original brick exterior. Upon entering you will note the large formal living room to your left that is anchored by a beautiful wood burning fireplace and on your right to the dining room that makes for memorable dinner parties. The rear of the first floor is a perfect great room with a chef’s kitchen and family room that make for an extraordinary gathering place. High-end appliances abound - from the Thermidor refrigerator and freezer, 8-burner Blue Star range, Miele plumbed-in coffee machine and Miele convection microwave - that all contribute to making this a wonderful place to host guests while ensure you have appliances and tools to create memorable meals. The convenience of two dishwashers, the beauty of stunning Italian marble counters and the repurposed 1920’s iceboxes into a modern wet bar with kegerator wall tap will leave your guests in awe of the detail that went into this space. You may not ever want to leave the professionally designed, recently renovated tiered rear exterior yard that features a turf great lawn that is as fun to host a family football game as it to fill with high-tops for a memorable outdoor cocktail party. When it is time to retire at night, you have two upper floors featuring six full bedrooms from which to choose. The second floor is two large bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on one side of the home while the other is a luxurious primary suite completely reimagined into a spa-like retreat with a gorgeous bathroom and full room closet that is likely to leave you in awe. The global pandemic highlighted the notable versatility of this home where the three bedrooms of the third floor where entirely repurposed into a complete home gym and a two-office suite that easily accommodated the workplace needs of two busy professionals. The new owners may choose to keep this layout or return this floor to its former three-bedroom layout. You won’t want to miss the lower level which features a second laundry room, abundant storage, a suite for guests and an amazing bonus room that could be a playroom, mancave or hobby room - depending on your needs. This is the one.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Laundry, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished
  • Total Sq Ft: 5471
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 5416
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 731.59
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4441
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 975
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 55
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1030
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 67

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • 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: 3.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 2
  • 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
  • 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 - Side Entry, Additional Storage Area
  • Number Of Detached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street
  • Off Street Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Radiator, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Electric
  • 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
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 1167230.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 942260.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 5762.00
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • Zoning: R-12
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 16129622
  • Tax Annual Amount: 16107.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1937//0016
  • Tax Lot: 16
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 5162
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Close Date: 07/20/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2022
Closed on
Jul 20, 2022
Sold by
Brandon Bortner
Bought by
Friedman Eyal Yali and Friedman Suzanne Levy
Seller's Agent
Lindsay Reishman
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Silvana Dias
Cupid Real Estate
List Price
$3,249,000
Sold Price
$3,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-3.05%
Current Estimated Value
$3,610,321

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$460,321
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.55%
Original Mortgage
$1,890,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,800,158
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,805,577

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2014
Closed on
Dec 4, 2014
Sold by
Berlack Trustee Evan R
Bought by
Bonanno Trustee Phyllis O and The Phyllis O Bonanno Revocabl
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Taylor
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tyler Jeffrey
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$1,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$270,000
-13.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.21%
Original Mortgage
$1,380,000
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2013
Sold by
Berlack Evan R and Bonanno Phyllis O
Bought by
Berlack Trustee Evan R and The Evan R Berlack Revocable T
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $3,150,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,725,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,890,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $2,200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $172,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,380,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $284,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $270,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2022 07/20/22 Sold $3,150,000 -3.0% $582 / Sq Ft
06/05/2022 06/05/22 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2022 05/12/22 For Sale $3,249,000 +88.3% $600 / Sq Ft
12/04/2014 12/04/14 Sold $1,725,000 -8.0% $463 / Sq Ft
10/05/2014 10/05/14 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Price Changed $1,875,000 -6.0% $503 / Sq Ft
05/13/2014 05/13/14 For Sale $1,995,000 +15.7% $536 / Sq Ft
05/09/2014 05/09/14 Off Market $1,725,000 -- --
05/01/2014 05/01/14 For Sale $1,995,000 -- $536 / 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 $19,381 $3,145,030 $982,080 $2,162,950
2023 $17,645 $2,159,930 $946,410 $1,213,520
2022 $17,262 $2,109,490 $942,260 $1,167,230
2021 $16,108 $1,971,360 $918,640 $1,052,720
2020 $15,749 $1,928,550 $908,380 $1,020,170
2019 $15,856 $1,940,290 $868,970 $1,071,320
2018 $15,485 $1,895,080 $0 $0
2017 $14,875 $1,822,420 $0 $0
2016 $13,871 $1,703,560 $0 $0
2015 $12,398 $1,529,950 $0 $0
2014 $12,190 $1,504,340 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2048140

Bright MLS

APN: 1937-0016