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$4,500,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 7,261 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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For the first time in decades you have the chance to make 5545 Potomac Avenue your forever home. This majestic home sits prominently on a large (.27 acre) corner lot with a beautifully landscaped yard, boasts striking river views, and has a two-story addition that gives you plenty of space to enjoy life. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the graciousness and elegance of the large living room with double-hung windows on three sides and ample room to create multiple seating areas, as well as the spacious dining room that is the perfect combination of comfort and formality. There is an additional sitting/reading room or home office, ample natural light and direct garden access. And the garden! It's spectacular and so private with mature plantings that give you year-round privacy. The added kitchen/family room addition is where you'll really want to be. The kitchen is set up to accommodate families, large or small-scale entertaining and it offers abundant counter and storage space. There are high ceilings, oversized windows and built-in cabinetry plus a butler's pantry with additional counter and storage space. The nearby laundry room and powder room complete this level. The upper level has a lovely primary bedroom suite with en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet and ample shelves for the avid reader or collector. And windows where you'll wake to spectacular river views...the perfect start to any day. In addition, there are three additional bedrooms and two additional baths. The third level has the ideal escape room with an open TV/play area, a quiet and private guest room (or home office) and a full bath. The lower level has room to enjoy a good movie, hang out with friends or take up a new hobby. There is a full bath, lots of storage and a separate entrance. The Palisades location is superb - minutes to Georgetown and downtown DC, easy access to 495, Virginia, Maryland and beyond. Take your pick of areas to shop and enjoy dining out at some delightful nearby popular restaurants - Claudio's Table, Bistro Aracosia, Et Voila, Black Salt and Lupo Verde Osteria to name a few. The Palisades community with the annual July 4th Parade, the farmer's market and the local Recreation Community is known for its small town feel in the city. For the outdoor enthusiast, Palisades also offers easy access to the Capital Crescent Trail, the C&O Canal, Palisades Park and Battery Kemble Park. Owning a home like 5545 Potomac Avenue is a once in a generation opportunity. It's not just a home, it's a lifetime of happy memories.

Full Property Details for 5545 Potomac Ave NW

General

  • Sold For: $4,500,000
  • Taxes: $23,479 (2023)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2141398
  • Added to Site: 238 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Study, Sun/Florida Room, Maid/Guest Quarters, Attic
  • Interior Features: Window Treatments, Primary Bath(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 4
  • Upper - Full Baths: 4
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Upper: 5
  • Bedrooms-Up2: 1
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Unspecified

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, Main
  • Sun Room: Yes
  • Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room, Unspecified
  • Laundry: Main Floor

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage
  • Garage Description: Built In, Garage - Side Entry

Location

  • County: Washington
  • Development Name: Palisades
  • Subdivision: Palisades
  • Cross Streets: Macomb
  • Driving Directions: MacArthur Blvd to west on Macomb Street to Potomac Avenue. 5545 Potomac Avenue sits on a large corner lot above the river.
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Key

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Colonial
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Side Entrance
  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof: Slate
  • Windows: Screens, Storm
  • Stories/Levels: 0
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
  • Square Feet: 7,261
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 7,261 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Property View: Trees/Woods, Water, Garden/Lawn, River
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.27
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11,853
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: R1B

Water Features

  • Water View: Yes

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $765.15
  • Assessment Year: 2023
  • City/TownTax: $23,479
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $2,846,250
  • Tax Amount: $23,479
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Terms: Standard Sale

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 102

Listed by Washington Fine Properties, LLC, Jennifer K Wellde
Sold by Washington Fine Properties, LLC, Nathan J Guggenheim

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  • Jennifer K Wellde

    Washington Fine Properties, LLC

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Schools serving 5545 Potomac Ave NW

School District:District Of Columbia Public Schools
RatingNameGradesDistance
10
Key Elementary School, Washington, DC
5001 Dana Pl Nw, Washington, DC 20016
PK-50.6 mi
9
Hardy Middle School
1819 35th St Nw Lowr, Washington, DC 20007
6-82.4 mi
9
Wilson Senior High School
3950 Chesapeake St Nw, Washington, DC 20016
9-122.2 mi
Disclaimer: School ratings provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are on a scale of 1-10. Learn more about GreatSchools ratings. School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 5545 Potomac Ave NW

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/15/2024
Sold
$4,500,000
-5.46%
MLS
5/11/2024
Listed
$4,760,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Washington Fine Properties, LLC, Jennifer K Wellde
Sold by Washington Fine Properties, LLC, Nathan J Guggenheim

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5545 Potomac Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016 (MLS# DCDC2141398) is a Single Family property that was sold at $4,500,000 on October 15, 2024. Want to learn more about 5545 Potomac Avenue NW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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