Sold706d on marketHistoric · 95 yrs
2837 Chesapeake St NW
Washington, DC, 20008 • Forest Hills • District of Columbia
$2,100,000
$547/sqft
6Beds
5Baths
3,836Sqft
0.22 acLot
1931Built
Property DNA
Scenic Views
Panoramic · Trees/Woods
Colonial Style
Built 1931 · 95 years of history
Forest Hills
Forest Hills
Outdoor Living
Patio · Porch · Deck · Screened Porch
2 Fireplaces
Corner · Mantel(s) · Decorative · Screen
Special Features
Above Grade · Below Grade
Hardwood & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 706 days ago · 28 views · 1 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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706 days on market
Established listing
$547/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1931 · Historic
Rarely available, expansive and sunny center hall brick colonial with level entry abounds with unlimited potential. Enjoy scenic vistas from a 9,550 sf lot on private cul-de-sac facing Rock Creek Park. Lovely facade opens to approximately 4,700 sf of interior space boasting a wide foyer, elegant stairway, separate living and dining rooms with fireplaces, updated chef's kitchen with heated floor, breakfast bar, honed granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, microwave -oven storage column, pantry, built-in desk and powder room. The spacious, screened porch provides comfortable entertainment flow - kitchen to living room - and is elevated above meticulously landscaped garden with flagstone paths and patios. Original details include "dancing foxes" copper fireplace surround, two bay window seats, dining room cabinetry, and copper and iron hardware. The primary ensuite bedroom reveals a private deck with tree top views, marble bath with luxurious, walk-in shower, double sinks and heated floor. There are three additional bedrooms and full bath with heated floor on the second level and two bedrooms/offices and full bath on the charming third level. Rear walk-out provides ample space for recreational activities, a full bath, mud room and storage. Steps to red line metro, minutes to downtown, Bethesda, airports.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights mud room, powder room, and separate living as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$13,419/month
Principal & Interest$10,619
Property Tax$2,100
Insurance$700
Down payment20% ($420,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.50% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,680,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1931
HeatingRadiator, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot9,557 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
ConditionVery Good
Year built1931
Stories4
Systems
HeatingRadiator, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
RoofArchitectural Shingle
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementFull,Walk-Out Access,Improved,Heated,Connecting Stairway
Fireplaces2
FencingFull
Lot9,557 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodForest Hills
ZoningRES
Annual tax$13,457
Parcel22580042
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths4
Features & details
17 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Built-in Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Floor Plan - Traditional
Formal/Separate Dining Room
Eat-in Kitchen
Pantry
Primary Bath(s)
Sound System
Appliances
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Refrigerator
Washer
Oven
Oven/Range - Gas
Range Hood
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Wood
Heating
Radiator
Baseboard
Natural Gas
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Laundry
In Basement
Has Laundry
Laundry Room
Fireplace
Corner
Mantel(s)
Decorative
Screen
Windows
Bay/Bow
Wood Frames
Window Treatments
Accessibility
Accessible Entrance
Exterior Features
Exterior
Extensive Hardscape
Parking
On Street
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Patio
Porch
Deck
Screened Porch
Lot Features
Cul-De-Sac
Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
Views
Panoramic
Trees/Woods
Pool Features
None
Other Structures
Above Grade
Below Grade
Room details
1 room detailed
Basement
1,232 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market706
Est. value$2,411,400
Est. rent$8,492/mo
Tax rate0.65%
Price/sqft$547
On marketFeb 22, 2024
PostedFeb 22, 2024
Last sold$2,100,000
MLS updatedMay 2, 2024
Tour days6
Views28
Favorites1
How are the schools in Washington?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Washington, DC, 20008
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 2, 2024Sold$2,100,000$547Bright MLS
Mar 22, 2024Pending Sale$2,375,000$619Bright MLS
Mar 13, 2024Price Change$2,375,000$619Bright MLS
Feb 22, 2024Listed For Sale$2,600,000$678Bright MLS
Sold$2,100,000
May 2, 2024•$547/sqft•Bright MLS
Pending Sale$2,375,000
Mar 22, 2024•$619/sqft•Bright MLS
Price Change$2,375,000
Mar 13, 2024•$619/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$2,600,000
Feb 22, 2024•$678/sqft•Bright MLS
Tax history
23 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2025$15,179$1,785,750
Apr 9, 2024$14,153$1,752,130
Apr 9, 2023$13,716$1,697,650
Apr 9, 2022$13,457$1,661,930
Apr 9, 2021$13,391$1,651,770
Apr 9, 2020$13,195$1,628,020
Apr 9, 2018$12,887$1,589,460
Apr 9, 2017$12,119$1,498,240
Apr 9, 2016$12,073$1,492,080
Apr 9, 2015$11,559$1,431,320
Apr 9, 2014$11,281$1,397,350
Apr 9, 2013$10,992$1,362,290
Apr 9, 2012$10,929$1,353,240
Apr 9, 2011$10,929$1,353,240
Apr 9, 2010$9,840$1,441,530
Apr 9, 2009$8,945$1,425,100
Apr 9, 2007$7,711$1,159,840
Apr 9, 2006$7,329$995,700
Apr 9, 2005$7,666$836,540
Apr 9, 2004$7,119$785,680
Apr 9, 2003$6,356$744,390
Apr 9, 2002$5,085$559,688
Apr 9, 2001$4,619$511,131
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Washington, DC • District of Columbia
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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