Tucked away on a picturesque block in Forest Hills, this center hall colonial boasts a rare level exterior entrance and an open floorpan that masterfully blends timeless architecture with sophisticated, modern finishes. The heart of the home is a stunning chef's kitchen equipped with Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry and ample counter space leading seamlessly into a house wide length of great room opening onto a full length wide deck with sylvan views and large rear yard. With 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms across four expansive levels, this home delivers exceptional space, functionality, and design in one of DC's most sought -after neighborhoods.
Sold for $2,700,000
$2,700,000
2739 Chesapeake St NW, Washington, DC 20008
5beds
5,704sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1934
0.25 Acres Lot
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$473/sqft
$7,393 Estimated rent
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Timeless architectureSophisticated modern finishesRare level exterior entranceFour expansive levelsLarge rear yardAmple counter spaceCustom cabinetry
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Listed by:
Brooke Myers 202-445-1011,
City Houses, LLC
Bought with:
Rina Kunk, AB98368000
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2249282
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 1811
Heating
- Steam, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Ice Maker, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wine Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,Connecting Stairway,Finished,Exterior Entry,Shelving,Windows,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,704
- Total interior livable area: 5,704 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,893
- Finished area below ground: 1,811
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Storage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Attached, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance, Accessible Kitchen
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic Vista, Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Manor-Glenelg
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2258//0038
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1934
- Major remodel year: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $2,700,000+0.2%$473/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2249282 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2026 | Pending sale | $2,695,000$472/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2249282 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,695,000$472/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2249282 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listing removed | $2,695,000$472/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2201144 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,695,000+130.3%$472/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2201144 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2015 | Listing removed | $6,500$1/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2015 | Listed for rent | $6,500$1/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2012 | Sold | $1,170,000$205/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,016 +2.1% | $2,119,480 +2.1% |
| 2024 | $17,638 +3.2% | $2,075,070 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $17,087 +1.8% | $2,010,230 +1.8% |
| 2022 | $16,786 +32.9% | $1,974,870 +32.9% |
| 2021 | $12,631 +1.1% | $1,485,970 +1.1% |
| 2020 | $12,490 +5.3% | $1,469,430 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $11,867 +7.4% | $1,396,120 +7.4% |
| 2017 | $11,049 +0.5% | $1,299,890 +0.5% |
| 2016 | $10,991 +3.8% | $1,293,020 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $10,584 -0.8% | $1,245,160 -0.8% |
| 2014 | $10,669 +2.5% | $1,255,220 +2.5% |
| 2013 | $10,406 +0.2% | $1,224,280 +0.2% |
| 2012 | $10,388 | $1,222,060 |
| 2011 | $10,388 -3.3% | $1,222,060 -3.3% |
| 2010 | $10,746 +13.4% | $1,264,210 +13.4% |
| 2009 | $9,478 +5.7% | $1,115,010 +9.4% |
| 2007 | $8,970 +11.6% | $1,019,270 +16.7% |
| 2006 | $8,036 +141.7% | $873,500 +19.6% |
| 2005 | $3,325 +8.8% | $730,610 +2% |
| 2004 | $3,055 +12% | $716,130 +11.1% |
| 2003 | $2,728 +25% | $644,560 +33% |
| 2002 | $2,182 +10.2% | $484,633 +9.5% |
| 2001 | $1,980 | $442,587 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Murch Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Deal Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Jackson-Reed High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Murch
- Middle: Deal
- High: Wilson Senior
- 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.
- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20008
- Forest Hills
- 2739 Chesapeake St NW
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