Owner financing available! 4740 Connecticut Ave NW #804 – welcome to The Essex, where timeless charm meets modern living in the heart of Wakefield. This spacious 823-square-foot condo delivers the perfect mix of style, comfort, and city convenience. Hardwood floors flow throughout the open layout, giving the home a warm, polished feel. The dining area, lit by a wall of glass, leads straight to your oversized private balcony—a rare retreat that’s just begging for brunches, wine nights, or your favorite plant collection. The kitchen brings the wow factor with sleek white cabinets, granite counters, and a classic subway tile backsplash. With ample closet space and a smart layout, this one-bedroom, one-bath feels every bit as functional as it does stylish. Living at The Essex means more than just a great condo. This storied Connecticut Avenue building offers concierge service, a fitness center, a rooftop deck with sweeping city views, laundry facilities, and extra storage. Translation: it’s designed to make life easier. And the location? Unbeatable. You’re sandwiched between Cumberland and Davenport in the heart of Wakefield, just blocks from the Van Ness–UDC Metro. Shops, dining, and everyday conveniences are right outside your front door—so whether you’re craving a coffee run, date-night dinner, or a quick commute downtown, you’re covered.
For sale
Price cut: $34.9K (4/22)
$215,000
4740 Connecticut Ave NW APT 804, Washington, DC 20008
1beds
823sqft
Condominium
Built in 1956
-- sqft lot
$204,100 Zestimate®
$261/sqft
$940/mo HOA
What's special
Granite countersAmple closet spaceOversized private balconyClassic subway tile backsplash
- 169 days |
- 270 |
- 12 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Steve Withrow 301-404-0410,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2242174
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Convector, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Convector, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 823
- Total interior livable area: 823 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 823
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On-site - Rent, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1978//2116
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Block
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Condo and coop fee: $940 monthly
- Subdivision: Wakefield
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Common Grounds, Concierge, Elevator(s), Laundry, Other
- Services included: Air Conditioning, Electricity, Maintenance Structure, Gas, Heat, Management, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Water
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $261/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $331,340
- Annual tax amount: $2,772
- Date on market: 1/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Condominium
Estimated market value
$204,100
$194,000 - $214,000
$2,256/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000$261/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2242174 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Pending sale | $215,000$261/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2242174 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $215,000-14%$261/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2242174 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900$304/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2242174 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2026 | Listing removed | $249,900$304/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2220544 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2025 | Price change | $249,900-10.7%$304/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2220544 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $279,900+12%$340/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2220544 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2017 | Listing removed | $1,795$2/sqft |
Source: AW Manage, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,795$2/sqft |
Source: AW Manage, LLC Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2011 | Sold | $250,000-9.1%$304/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $275,000$334/sqft |
Source: McEnearney Associates, Inc. #DC7643290 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,772 -1.7% | $341,790 -1.5% |
| 2024 | $2,821 -0.1% | $347,030 +0% |
| 2023 | $2,824 -1% | $346,890 -0.7% |
| 2022 | $2,851 -1.7% | $349,200 -1.5% |
| 2021 | $2,900 +26.7% | $354,420 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $2,289 +7.9% | $345,040 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $2,122 +2.9% | $323,050 +2.5% |
| 2017 | $2,062 +6.3% | $315,030 +5.1% |
| 2016 | $1,940 +5.3% | $299,880 +3.2% |
| 2015 | $1,842 +9.3% | $290,590 +8.3% |
| 2014 | $1,685 -3.5% | $268,390 -2.2% |
| 2013 | $1,746 -6.4% | $274,500 -4.4% |
| 2012 | $1,866 | $287,050 |
| 2011 | $1,866 +94.8% | $287,050 +1.9% |
| 2010 | $958 +220.4% | $281,780 -8% |
| 2009 | $299 -80.1% | $306,200 +7.9% |
| 2007 | $1,506 +5.2% | $283,720 +12.1% |
| 2006 | $1,431 | $253,080 +25.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $201,400 +2.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $195,710 +152.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Wakefield
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Murch Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 10/10Deal Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Jackson-Reed High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
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- Washington, DC
- District of Columbia
- Washington
- 20008
- Wakefield
- 4740 Connecticut Ave NW Apartment 804
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