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  • Price cut: $51K (9/23)
    $1,149,000

    2117 Observatory Pl NW, Washington, DC 20007

    4beds
    1,674sqft
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    $7,159/mo
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    Townhouse
    Built in 1937
    1,349 Square Feet Lot
    $1,131,100 Zestimate®
    $686/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Modern updatesStorage shedOpen living spacesExpansive granite countertopsOriginal charmCoveted corner lotTrue pantry
    New Price! Open this Saturday 12-3pm and Sunday 1-4pm. Open living spaces, incredible natural light, modern updates, and original charm come together in this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-bath end-unit rowhome. Its wonderful layout spans 3 finished above-ground levels on a coveted corner lot in the heart of sought-after Glover Park! The inviting living room features a wall of custom built-in bookshelves, south-facing windows with plantation shutters, hardwood floors, and new recessed lighting. At the heart of the home is an open and spacious chef's kitchen - one of the largest in the neighborhood - equipped with a gas Viking range, stainless steel appliances, expansive granite countertops, generous cabinet space, a true pantry, and a breakfast bar. The kitchen flows seamlessly into an open dining and family room featuring abundant natural light from additional south-facing windows, a gas fireplace, a convenient full bathroom, and direct access to the large, private patio. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers three customized closets, including one with plumbing rough-ins for a potential future bathroom. Two additional bedrooms with beautiful treetop views plus an updated bathroom with tub/shower combo and skylight complete the upper level. A rare and exceptionally versatile main-level den, office, or fourth bedroom features its own en suite bathroom and a large picture window framing spectacular sunrises over the neighborhood rooftops. The home’s outdoor spaces are equally appealing. A fully renovated and expanded stone patio with a privacy fence provides an ideal setting for dining and entertaining, while a manicured front garden, charming front porch, and storage shed add beauty and convenience. Perfectly positioned within Glover Park, the home is just two blocks from the neighborhood's restaurants, cafés, and local favorites along Wisconsin Avenue, one block from the wooded trails of Glover-Archbold Park, and a half mile from the community's beloved Stoddert Elementary School. Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Guy Mason Recreation Center, and Starbucks are all minutes away, while all of Georgetown is just down the hill, offering an exceptional blend of neighborhood charm, outdoor recreation, and city convenience. Welcome home!
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    2,449
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    Listed by:

    Michael Gailey 240-393-2717,

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    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2276478MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Radiator, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Has Laundry
      Features
      • Kitchen - Gourmet, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Upgraded Countertops, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
      • Doors: French Doors
      • Windows: Casement, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments, Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Connecting Stairway,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Full,Finished,Heated,Improved,Walk-Out Access,Windows
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,674
      • Total interior livable area: 1,674 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,674
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Three
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
      • Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Storage
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Privacy,Back Yard,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Trees/Woods, City
      Lot
      • Size: 1,349 Square Feet
      • Features: Backs to Trees, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Corner Lot/Unit, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
      Details
      • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
      • Parcel number: 1301//1198
      • Zoning: R-3
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Townhouse
      • Architectural style: Federal
      • Property subtype: Townhouse
      Materials
      • Brick, Other
      • Foundation: Permanent
      Condition
      • Very Good
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1937

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Glover Park
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Washington

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $686/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,091,170
      • Annual tax amount: $8,329
      • Date on market: 8/26/2026
      • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $1,131,100

        $1.07M - $1.19M

        $5,901/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/23/2026Price change$1,149,000-4.3%$686/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2276478 Report a problem
        8/26/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000+43%$717/sqft
        Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2276478 Report a problem
        10/20/2015Sold$839,000-1.2%$501/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/23/2015Pending sale$849,000$507/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Georgetown #DC9009339 Report a problem
        9/3/2015Listed for sale$849,000+11.3%$507/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Georgetown #DC9009339 Report a problem
        5/4/2006Sold$762,500+306.7%$455/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        3/21/1997Sold$187,500$112/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$8,329 +3.2%$1,071,810 +3.1%
        2025$8,072 +3.3%$1,039,460 +3.3%
        2024$7,815 +3.4%$1,006,480 +3.4%
        2023$7,557 +4.4%$973,060 +4.6%
        2022$7,241 +1%$930,630 +1.1%
        2021$7,172 +1.6%$920,170 +1.6%
        2020$7,058 +6.3%$906,030 +6%
        2018$6,641 +3%$854,650 +2.8%
        2017$6,449 +12.3%$831,160 +11.2%
        2016$5,745 -4.3%$747,600 +5.9%
        2015$6,002 +1.5%$706,130 +1.5%
        2014$5,911 +1.3%$695,440 +1.3%
        2013$5,835 -1.4%$686,520 -1.4%
        2012$5,920 $696,500
        2011$5,920 +4.7%$696,500 -0.4%
        2010$5,657 +12.7%$699,230 -4.6%
        2009$5,018 +15.2%$732,810 +32.1%
        2007$4,354 +84.2%$554,740 +11.5%
        2006$2,364 -13%$497,310 +17.2%
        2005$2,717 +12%$424,220 +16.1%
        2004$2,426 +12%$365,530 +15.1%
        2003$2,166 +25%$317,680 +50.9%
        2002$1,733 -26.8%$210,511 +2.3%
        2001$2,367 $205,793
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Glover Park

        Getting around

        90 / 100
        Very Walkable
        46 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Stoddert
        • Middle: Hardy
        • District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

        Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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