
5500 39th St NW Washington, DC 20015
Chevy Chase NeighborhoodEstimated payment $10,518/month
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Lafayette Elementary School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Chevy Chase Recreation Center
About This Home
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own one of the iconic homes of Chevy Chase DC! On a corner lot just one block off Connecticut Avenue with one of the neighborhood’s most appreciated gardens, this East- and South-facing house boasts more than 3600 square feet above grade of well-lit living space, with six bedrooms and 3 ½ bedrooms, not including a surprisingly bright self-sufficient 1-bedroom 1-bath modern basement space with its own kitchen. Solar panels (owned) help reduce your carbon footprint.
The classic interior includes elegant architectural elements, including crown moldings and high ceilings that add sophistication. With a formal dining room includes built-in cabinetry, original hardwood floors throughout that provide durability and charm, and a wood fireplace set the stage for a timeless family home.
Just as rare and appealing is the neighborhood with its small-town vibe, a location with everything within a few blocks, including the local post office, banks, the Avalon theater, Magruder’s, CVS, Safeway, coffee shops, playgrounds, and enough restaurants to dine at a different location each night of the week.
Upon entering the home one immediately feels a sense of creativity, safety, and community. Not surprising, given its pivotal role as a gathering place in the 60’s and 70’s of local activists whose energy and optimism was catalyzed within the walls of this special home.
Solar Panels convey along with SREC's. Newer Central AC on main and lower levels, recent mini-splits in upper bedrooms on levels 3 & 4. Please note side yard is part of property in addition to the front yard along 39th & Livingston.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,995
Year Built
- Built in 1915 | Remodeled in 2020
Lot Details
- 5,500 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Masonry wall
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
- Front and Side Yard
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Basement Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Colonial Architecture
- Back-to-Back Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Plaster Walls
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- Property has 4 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Curved or Spiral Staircase
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Glass Doors
- Brick Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Galley Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Extra Refrigerator or Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Solid Hardwood
- Tile or Brick
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Garage Access
- Laundry in Basement
- Basement Windows
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- Energy-Efficient Lighting
- Solar owned by seller
Schools
- Lafayette Elementary School
- Deal Middle School
- Jackson-Reed High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Radiator
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
Additional Features
- Rain Gutters
- Urban Location
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by J Smith
- Chevy Chase Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 816
- Assessor Parcel Number 1748//0816
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $8,995 | $1,145,300 | $648,290 | $497,010 |
2023 | $8,555 | $1,090,450 | $618,040 | $472,410 |
2022 | $8,020 | $1,022,260 | $572,110 | $450,150 |
2021 | $7,921 | $1,008,250 | $561,440 | $446,810 |
2020 | $7,428 | $949,530 | $533,940 | $415,590 |
2019 | $7,179 | $919,440 | $523,330 | $396,110 |
2018 | $6,965 | $892,760 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $6,822 | $875,080 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | $6,465 | $832,310 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $6,075 | $786,140 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $5,751 | $746,820 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
03/10/2025 03/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/15/2025 02/15/25 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | -- | $393 / Sq Ft |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Closed | $440,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $398,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $400,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $381,700 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $405,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $384,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $415,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $417,000 | Unknown | |
Closed | $266,500 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $150,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: DCDC2172184

APN: 1748-0816
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