2501 49th St NW, Washington, DC, 20007
About This Home
Nestled on a rare and extraordinarily private half-acre lot directly across from Battery Kemble Park, this one-of-a-kind five-bedroom estate offers a truly exceptional lifestyle in the heart of Washington, D.C. Enchanting, sophisticated, and surrounded by lush mature landscaping, the property feels like a secluded resort while remaining moments from the city’s finest amenities. Designed for both grand-scale entertaining and comfortable everyday living, the residence features an elegant floor plan with an expansive living room, gracious formal spaces, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The resort-inspired grounds are unparalleled, highlighted by a stunning swimming pool, exceptional outdoor kitchen, and multiple terraces and gathering areas that create an extraordinary setting for entertaining and relaxation. The second-floor primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a fireplace, dedicated office, and luxurious bath with additional fireplace. An additional guest bedroom is located on the second level, while the third floor offers three more spacious bedrooms. An attached two-car garage provides comfort and convenience year-round. A rare offering of remarkable privacy, sophisticated design, and world-class outdoor living in one of Washington’s most coveted settings.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 6,020
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 6,020
- Total interior livable area: 6,020 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 1397//0009
- Zoning: UNKNOWN
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private
Lot
- Lot size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Unknown Soil Type
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front,Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across District of Columbia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $31,603 | $379,236 |
| Home Insurance * | $643 | $7,716 |
| Property Taxes | $4,524 | $54,288 |
| Electricity | $498 | $5,987 |
| Total | $37,268 | $447,216 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
District of Columbia FAIR Plan Programs
District of Columbia Property Insurance Facility
Wildfire
Hail
WindHow Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | Listed for sale | $6,250,000 |
| 2018-03-13 | Listing removed | $3,395,000 |
| 2017-07-26 | Pending sale | $3,395,000 |
| 2017-07-26 | Listed for sale | $3,395,000 |
| 2017-01-23 | Sold | $3,070,000 |
| 2016-11-14 | Pending sale | $3,395,000 |
| 2016-09-12 | Listed for sale | $3,395,000 |
| 2016-05-28 | Listing removed | $3,550,000 |
| 2016-03-31 | Price change | $3,550,000 |
| 2015-11-03 | Listed for sale | $3,849,000 |
| 2014-12-19 | Listing removed | $3,950,000 |
| 2014-10-14 | Listed for sale | $3,950,000 |
| 2008-08-18 | Sold | $3,650,000 |
| 1999-03-16 | Sold | $76,136 |
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