Classic Washington architecture and thoughtful updates come together in this beautifully maintained 1940 brick Colonial in American University Park. Set on a landscaped corner lot, this home offers an inviting sense of place, with mature plantings, winding flagstone paths, and bright interiors designed for both everyday living and entertaining.
The main level blends traditional character with modern comfort. Formal living and dining rooms feature rich hardwood floors and timeless architectural detail, while a fireplace adds warmth to the living space. An inviting sun porch is ideal as a home office, reading room, or lounge, and a separate family room with handsome built-ins provides another comfortable place to gather. The galley kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops and luxury vinyl plank flooring and opens to an adjacent eat-in area. A full bath on this level adds flexibility. (Note, the family room could be used as a main level bedroom if needed or desired).
Upstairs, the expansive primary suite feels like a private retreat, with vaulted ceilings, two walk-in closets, a separate sitting room, and an en-suite bath with jetted tub and separate stall shower. Two additional bedrooms and a hall bath complete the second level. A third-floor bonus room offers even more versatility for a home office, studio, exercise room, playroom, or quiet getaway.
The lower level extends the living space with a family room centered around a second fireplace and accented by warm wood paneling. New luxury vinyl plank flooring gives the space a fresh foundation, while a large adjoining storage and utility area includes the washer and dryer.
Outdoors, the wrought-iron-fenced corner setting has a garden-like feel, with mature landscaping and meandering flagstone pathways creating inviting spaces to enjoy the outdoors. An attached garage with EV charging, plus additional driveway parking, adds rare convenience in Northwest DC.
Significant 2026 improvements include a new roof (over main part of house; not the addition), furnace, main air-conditioning system, quartz kitchen countertops, LVP flooring in the kitchen and lower level, carpet stair runners, and fresh interior and exterior paint.
The setting is equally compelling. American University Park—better known as AU Park—is prized for its tree-lined streets, classic homes, green spaces, and convenient access to Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, and City Ridge. Nearby amenities include Friendship Park, known locally as Turtle Park, the Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library, American University’s Katzen Arts Center and AU Museum, Wegmans at City Ridge, neighborhood dining and shopping, and the Tenleytown-AU and Friendship Heights Red Line Metro stations.
With its classic Colonial character, flexible interior spaces, landscaped corner setting, garage and driveway parking, and substantial recent updates, this home offers a distinctive opportunity to enjoy one of Northwest Washington’s most desirable residential neighborhoods. [In response to numerous inquiries, Seller has set an offer deadline of Tuesday and will review on Wednesday, Sept. Seller reserves the right, however, to accept an offer in advance of the deadline at their discretion.]
Pending
$1,600,000
4535 Butterworth Pl NW, Washington, DC 20016
4beds
2,991sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,390 Square Feet Lot
$1,623,600 Zestimate®
$535/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic washington architectureTimeless architectural detailThoughtful updatesGreen spacesTree-lined streetsAdditional driveway parkingGarage and driveway parking
- 19 days
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ken Trotter 703-863-0650,
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2265084
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bonus Room, Half Bath
Basement
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier, Water Conditioner - Owned, Air Cleaner, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Attic/House Fan, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Wall
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Rear Entrance,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Mantel(s), Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,309
- Total interior livable area: 2,991 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,650
- Finished area below ground: 341
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Driveway, Attached, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Exterior features: Play Area, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Street
Lot
- Size: 5,390 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Corner Lot/Unit, Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1568//0027
- Zoning: R-1B
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: American University Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $535/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,515,280
- Annual tax amount: $12,712
- Date on market: 9/9/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: See Documents.
- Exclusions: See Documents.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$1,623,600
$1.54M - $1.70M
$6,342/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Pending sale | $1,600,000$535/sqft |
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| 9/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000$535/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,712 +1.9% | $1,495,530 +1.9% |
| 2025 | $12,471 +3.4% | $1,467,210 +3.4% |
| 2024 | $12,065 +4.3% | $1,419,380 +4.3% |
| 2023 | $11,571 +4.6% | $1,361,340 +4.6% |
| 2022 | $11,064 +2.9% | $1,301,650 +2.9% |
| 2021 | $10,755 +2.9% | $1,265,330 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $10,455 +4.7% | $1,230,020 +4.7% |
| 2018 | $9,984 +3.6% | $1,174,600 +3.6% |
| 2017 | $9,633 +2.4% | $1,133,350 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $9,411 +1.5% | $1,107,210 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $9,275 +1.5% | $1,091,140 +1.5% |
| 2014 | $9,141 -0.8% | $1,075,430 -0.8% |
| 2013 | $9,213 +2% | $1,083,850 +2% |
| 2012 | $9,032 | $1,062,580 |
| 2011 | $9,032 +1.5% | $1,062,580 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $8,898 -3.2% | $1,046,810 -3.2% |
| 2009 | $9,190 +1.2% | $1,081,170 +4.8% |
| 2007 | $9,079 +10.8% | $1,031,750 +15.8% |
| 2006 | $8,194 +13.4% | $890,690 +18.4% |
| 2005 | $7,224 +0.6% | $752,450 +0.6% |
| 2004 | $7,181 +63.1% | $747,980 +63.1% |
| 2003 | $4,403 | $458,602 |
| 2002 | $4,403 +6.8% | $458,602 +27.9% |
| 2001 | $4,124 | $358,602 |
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Neighborhood: American University Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Janney
- 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.





