4205 38th St NW, Washington, DC 20016
What's special
Open House Cancelled. Charming and versatile living in this picture-perfect North Cleveland Park Tudor home. Positioned as an exceptional, high-value opportunity, this home offers the perfect balance of well-maintained, turnkey livability and the exciting potential to customize a long-term residence to your exact taste. Step through the spacious foyer into a welcoming living room anchored by an elegant fireplace. The flexible floor plan flows effortlessly into a sun-drenched dining area and an open-concept kitchen. Featuring a large center island, gas range, and abundant cabinet space, the kitchen’s thoughtful layout makes everyday living a joy while offering an easy canvas for future bespoke upgrades. A glass-doored pantry provides extra storage space. A bright, dedicated study sits tucked away at the rear, with built-in bookcases, a desk and elegant glass doors that lead directly to a massive rear deck. The flow is effortless, delivering the ultimate indoor-outdoor lifestyle. A convenient half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, original and beautifully maintained oak hardwood floors stretch across all three bright bedrooms. The well-proportioned primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring a skylight and plenty of storage, including a cedar closet and two custom California Closets build-outs. There is an upgraded en-suite bath, new vanity and a sleek frameless glass shower with floor-to-ceiling carrara marble. The hall bath provides a soaking tub and original blue tile that would be fun to keep or easy to upgrade. Two additional rear bedrooms, one larger than the other, offer peaceful views of the back and side yards. Ascend to the finished attic to find incredible bonus space, perfectly suited for a, home office, playroom, hobby area, expansive storage or a combination. The lower level provides a sprawling, partially finished footprint with good ceiling height, built-in shelving, a storage room, laundry, modern HVAC, and an existing half bath. A dedicated side entrance makes future finishing incredibly convenient, allowing you to easily build equity and expand your living space over time. Outside, the property feels like a private oasis, surrounded by mature landscaping and beautiful native plants. There is a slate walkway that meanders through the garden to the rear slate patio and alley access. A very large, detached two-car garage with a remote-operated door sits at the rear, providing secure parking for your fine automobiles and daily drivers alike. Or, with parking on the street as easy as it is, use the garage for additional storage or as a gym. Located just a block from the premier dining, retail, and transit of Tenleytown (red line metro Tenleytown/AU Station), this location is as convenient as it gets. Situated immediately north of Sidwell Friends School and just east of Wisconsin Avenue, this home is located in one of the most prestigious neighborhoods of Washington DC. It presents a rare market opportunity to secure a high-quality asset in a treasured northwest DC neighborhood, perfectly setting you up for years of vibrant city living and community connection. All are welcome at scheduled open houses.
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Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Philip DiRuggiero 202-725-2250,
Engel & Volkers Washington, DC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 737
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Side Entrance,Windows,Shelving,Improved
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,543
- Total interior livable area: 1,806 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,806
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Secured, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Sqft: 345
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Breezeway
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,745 Square Feet
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1894//0013
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: North Cleveland Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $756/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,368,680
- Annual tax amount: $10,644
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/20/2026 | Pending sale | $1,365,000$756/sqft |
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| 9/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,365,000+290.6%$756/sqft |
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| 1/1/2015 | Sold | $349,500-38.5%$194/sqft |
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| 3/15/2001 | Sold | $568,450+62.6%$315/sqft |
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| 6/3/1998 | Sold | $349,500+9.2%$194/sqft |
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| 7/30/1996 | Sold | $320,000$177/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,644 +4.5% | $1,344,200 +4.3% |
| 2025 | $10,186 +5.3% | $1,288,250 +5.1% |
| 2024 | $9,676 +3.8% | $1,225,440 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $9,326 +8.4% | $1,181,190 +8.3% |
| 2022 | $8,604 +1% | $1,090,990 +1.1% |
| 2021 | $8,522 +5.2% | $1,078,890 +4.9% |
| 2020 | $8,099 +6.5% | $1,028,500 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $7,605 +9.9% | $974,470 +4.7% |
| 2017 | $6,921 +9.9% | $930,570 +6.2% |
| 2016 | $6,298 +10% | $876,430 +17.6% |
| 2015 | $5,728 +4% | $745,240 +3.8% |
| 2014 | $5,509 -0.2% | $718,260 +0% |
| 2013 | $5,517 -1.4% | $718,150 -1% |
| 2012 | $5,595 | $725,710 |
| 2011 | $5,595 -3.4% | $725,710 -3.1% |
| 2010 | $5,789 +8.3% | $748,560 -3.2% |
| 2009 | $5,346 +15.4% | $773,410 +7.8% |
| 2007 | $4,631 +5.2% | $717,300 +15.4% |
| 2006 | $4,402 +0.8% | $621,550 +12% |
| 2005 | $4,368 +12% | $554,900 +13.2% |
| 2004 | $3,900 +12% | $490,080 +24.8% |
| 2003 | $3,482 +6.7% | $392,683 +6.1% |
| 2002 | $3,264 +7.2% | $369,966 +6.5% |
| 2001 | $3,046 | $347,248 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,354,300
$1.29M - $1.42M
$5,755/mo
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