For Sale261d on marketHistoric · 107 yrs
2941 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC, 20008 • Observatory Circle • District of Columbia
$9,000,000
$644/sqft
-$500,000 since Jan 15, 2026
Down payment assistance available
8Beds
10Baths
13,972Sqft
0.35 acLot
1919Built
Property DNA
Traditional Style
Built 1919 · 107 years of history
Massachusetts Avenue Heights
Observatory Circle
3 Fireplaces
Cozy heat source
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Private Pool
Private
3-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · Oversized · Circular Driveway · Attached · Driveway
This home is getting attention
Listed 261 days ago · 2,544 views · 71 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
2,544 views
People checking out this listing
71 saves
Buyers have saved this home
261 days on market
Established listing
$644/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1919 · Historic
Price correction! An extremely rare opportunity to purchase an iconic Mass Ave Heights home on Embassy Row. This prestigious property was originally constructed in 1919 and is available for sale for the first time in 50 years. Most recently used as a chancery, the property stands as a rare blank canvas for restoration or reinvention—an architectural gem ready to be revived for a new era of significance. Boasting over 11,000 sq/ft of living space on a .35 Acre lot in the heart of DC, the home currently has 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and various ballrooms and staterooms for entertaining. The rear exterior transports you out of the city and into a serene and private backyard with an existing pool and pool house. An attached three car garage stands in addition to a circular driveway with access from Massachusetts ave and 30th street NW. All appointments must be scheduled 24 hours in advance and listing agents must accompany. *All photos contained in this listing have been digitally enhanced*
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights serene and private backyard, attached three car garage, and circular driveway as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$58,699/month
Principal & Interest$46,699
Property Tax$9,000
Insurance$3,000
Down payment20% ($1,800,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $7,200,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1919
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Parking3 Attached Garage spaces
Lot0.35 Acres
Days on Zillow261 Days
Price/sqft$644
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleTraditional
Year built1919
Stories4
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ConstructionStucco
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Oversized, Circular Driveway, Attached, Driveway
Garage3 spaces
BasementFinished
Fireplaces3
Lot0.35 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodObservatory Circle
ZoningDIPLOMATIC OVERLAY
Parcel21980809
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths8
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Accessibility
Other
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
Oversized
Circular Driveway
Attached
Driveway
Construction
Stucco
Lot Features
Chillum-Urban Land Complex
Pool Features
Private
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
4,782 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market261
Est. rent$8,443/mo
Tax rate0.65%
Price/sqft$644
On marketJul 22, 2025
PostedJul 22, 2025
MLS updatedJan 15, 2026
Tour days9
Views2,544
Favorites71
How are the schools in Washington?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Washington, DC, 20008
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 15, 2026Price Change$9,000,000$644Bright MLS
Jul 22, 2025Listed For Sale$9,500,000$680Bright MLS
Price Change$9,000,000
Jan 15, 2026•$644/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$9,500,000
Jul 22, 2025•$680/sqft•Bright MLS
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025—$11,743,800
Apr 9, 2024—$10,379,310
Apr 9, 2023—$10,065,590
Apr 9, 2022—$10,026,540
Apr 9, 2021—$10,107,790
Apr 9, 2020—$10,161,430
Apr 9, 2018—$9,744,440
Apr 9, 2017—$9,807,200
Apr 9, 2016—$9,587,290
Apr 9, 2015—$9,488,590
Apr 9, 2014—$9,746,700
Apr 9, 2013—$9,658,330
Apr 9, 2012—$9,146,420
Apr 9, 2011—$9,146,420
Apr 9, 2010—$8,028,030
Apr 9, 2009—$8,110,910
Apr 9, 2007—$8,225,880
Apr 9, 2006—$7,909,500
Apr 9, 2005—$6,877,810
Apr 9, 2004—$6,550,300
Apr 9, 2003—$5,954,820
Apr 9, 2002—$3,993,840
Apr 9, 2001—$3,698,000
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Washington, DC • District of Columbia
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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