$1,475,000
OPEN SUN 3PM - 5PM

Estimated payment $9,067/month

Total Views 681
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,495 Sq Ft
$591 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Ben Murch Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Traditional Floor Plan

About This Home

Welcome to 3735 Kanawha Street NW, a classic 1911 home that exudes timeless charm and elegance on one of the most beautiful and sought-after streets in Chevy Chase. This gracious property offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and peaceful retreat, just minutes from everything. A pretty front porch welcomes you in and sets the tone for the warmth and character found throughout. Inside, you'll find a large foyer with a classic original staircase, warm hardwood floors, and thoughtful architectural details. The living room features custom built-ins and a fireplace, while the expansive dining room impresses with coffered ceilings, wainscoting, and French doors that lead to a custom wraparound deck with decorative railings.The large kitchen offers a walk-in pantry, ample cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and opens directly to the deck—perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living. From here, you’ll enjoy views of the rear yard, complete with mature plantings and multiple areas for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining. The side and back of the home provide peaceful outdoor space and flexibility for a variety of uses. Upstairs on the second level, all four bedrooms are ample in size, including two large front bedrooms with a connecting layout, plus two additional well-sized bedrooms and an updated full hall bath. The flexible third level includes a full bath and is perfect as a treehouse-like bedroom for the kids or a private primary suite. The walk-out lower level is large and unfinished, offering excellent potential for future living space, storage, or customization. A private driveway provides off-street parking for two cars. Located just a short walk to renowned schools, shops, restaurants, cinema, and the Friendship Heights Metro. Enjoy easy access to both Wisconsin and Connecticut Avenues, Rock Creek Park, and commuter routes—an exceptional opportunity on one of DC’s most picturesque streets.

Listing Agent

Ty Hreben

Compass

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Co-Listing Agent

Sheila Mooney

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Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,025

Year Built

  • Built in 1911

Lot Details

  • 4,149 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned R-

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace Mantel
  • Window Treatments
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Schools

  • Murch Elementary School
  • Deal Middle School
  • Jackson-Reed High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chevy Chase Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 17
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1873//0017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,025

Year Built

Built in 1911

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Remarks Public: Welcome to 3735 Kanawha Street NW, a classic 1911 home that exudes timeless charm and elegance on one of the most beautiful and sought-after streets in Chevy Chase. This gracious property offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and peaceful retreat, just minutes from everything. A pretty front porch welcomes you in and sets the tone for the warmth and character found throughout. Inside, you'll find a large foyer with a classic original staircase, warm hardwood floors, and thoughtful architectural details. The living room features custom built-ins and a fireplace, while the expansive dining room impresses with coffered ceilings, wainscoting, and French doors that lead to a custom wraparound deck with decorative railings. The large kitchen offers a walk-in pantry, ample cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and opens directly to the deck—perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living. From here, you’ll enjoy views of the rear yard, complete with mature plantings and multiple areas for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining. The side and back of the home provide peaceful outdoor space and flexibility for a variety of uses. Upstairs on the second level, all four bedrooms are ample in size, including two large front bedrooms with a connecting layout, plus two additional well-sized bedrooms and an updated full hall bath. The flexible third level includes a full bath and is perfect as a treehouse-like bedroom for the kids or a private primary suite. The walk-out lower level is large and unfinished, offering excellent potential for future living space, storage, or customization. A private driveway provides off-street parking for two cars. Located just a short walk to renowned schools, shops, restaurants, cinema, and the Friendship Heights Metro. Enjoy easy access to both Wisconsin and Connecticut Avenues, Rock Creek Park, and commuter routes—an exceptional opportunity on one of DC’s most picturesque streets.
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Interior Amenities: Built-Ins, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Storage Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Unfinished
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 3575
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2495
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 591.18
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2495
  • Above Grade Unfinished Sq Ft: 150
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 930
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 930
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 3735

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level 2 Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Sidewalks
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Street, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: MURCH
  • Middle School: DEAL
  • High School: JACKSON-REED
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 121140357950
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: MURCH
  • High School: JACKSON-REED
  • Middle Or Junior School: DEAL

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially, Wood
  • Lot Features: Landscaping, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.10
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 4149.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Terrace
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R-
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10025.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1873//0017
  • Tax Lot: 17
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2404
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $10,025 $1,266,480 $611,940 $654,540
2023 $9,593 $1,212,610 $577,170 $635,440
2022 $8,898 $1,125,530 $533,770 $591,760
2021 $8,684 $1,097,990 $531,110 $566,880
2020 $7,994 $1,016,190 $510,490 $505,700
2019 $7,892 $1,003,320 $499,660 $503,660
2018 $7,803 $991,400 $0 $0
2017 $7,732 $982,120 $0 $0
2016 $7,352 $936,620 $0 $0
2015 $6,980 $892,530 $0 $0
2014 $6,867 $878,100 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/24/2025 04/24/25 For Sale $1,475,000 -- $591 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: DCDC2194232

Bright MLS

APN: 1873-0017