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$1,145,000
Monthly Est:$5,699
3 Beds
- 3 Baths
2 full baths + 1 half bath
2,918sqft
5620 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016
$1,145,000
$5,699/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
$-- HOA
6,860 sqft lot
$392/sq.ft
Description
INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY - NOW LISTED AT OR BELOW REPLACEMENT COST. with beautiful views over the Potomac River basin. Classic, solid, four square, brick Colonial with loads of potential. Move in ready or lightly update. Or build your dream home in the heart of one of DC’s most coveted neighborhoods. Estate sale by one family owner since it was constructed. The home has been updated around 2015 and has hardwood oak flooring in very good condition on the 1st and 2nd floors. Three bedrooms, one full on the 2nd floor. Lower level has another full bath with an opportunity for another walk out bedroom, au pair/in-law suite. Approx. 12 foot ceiling on lower level – great for a gym, playroom or large bedroom conversion. Main level has updated kitchen opening to sun-filled family room and a half bath. A den, separate dining room and living room with wood-burning fireplace complete the first floor. Additional bedroom or play room option in attic level with staircase in place. Forced air cooling and heating throughout. Convert this house easily to a 5 bedroom or add off the back for a spacious. A pool is easily added with plenty of rear yard space. Sizeable shed with attached 2 vehicle carport are easily accessed off the wide rear alley. Large, level rear yard with the opportunity to add a large pool, ADU or just a big yard. Lot is fairly good size with 6,860 sq ft. (approx. 50ft x 137ft). The property is also an investment with excellent long term rental income potential. Rear alley accessed parking for 2 cars off street. Close proximity to fabulous restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and a short walk/bike ride away are some of the best restaurants and shops around including Claudio’s Table, Et Voila, Black Salt, and Sweet Agave. The nearby amenities also include: Key Elementary School, Community Preschool of Palisades, Palisades Montessori, Fletchers Boat House, Palisades Rec Center, Palisades Library, Sibley Hospital, the post office and a farmer’s market each Sunday morning. Or if you prefer the serenity of DC’s finest parks, you are only steps away from the Potomac River, C&O Canal, Capital Crescent Trail and Battery Kemble. Experience the walkability to local schools, and all that Palisades has to offer. Located minutes from top private schools including Beauvoir, Lab School, Washington International School, The River School, and The Field School. Just mins to MD & VA! Also, DC 2050 Comprehensive Plan calls for zoning changes that will lead to a wider range of housing options in our neighborhoods in the future. This means that some areas within ANC3D that are currently single-family home zones could be converted to zones that allow multi-family housing or mixed-use with retail on the first floor and residential above. Thus, adding to the value of the property.
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- Listing updated: October 13, 2026 at 1:32 pm
- Listing Provided by: Andrew O'Neill (301) 801-1166 | O'Neill Realty Advisors, LLC (202) 741-9405
- Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: DCDC2283630

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1954
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
2,918 sqft
Lot Size
6,860 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Bright MLS
MLS Number
DCDC2283630
MLS Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
Days on Market
27

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Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/range Gas, Range Hood, Stove, Washer Front Loading
Cooling
Central A/c
Interior Features
Built Ins, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan Traditional, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments
Sewer
Public Sewer
Heating
Forced Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Home type
Single Family Residence
Foundation Details
Block
Architectural Style
Colonial
Property Condition
Very Good
Construction Materials
Brick
Utilities & Energy
Basement
Other
Water Source
Public
Fireplace Features
Mantel(s)
Other Features
Lot Features
Cleared, Rear Yard
Subdivision Name
Palisades
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
09/17/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $1,145,000 -4.50% $392/sqft |
09/17/2026 Source: | Price Increased | $1,199,000 +28111.76% $411/sqft |
12/18/2019 Source: | Price Increased | $4,250 +6.25% $1/sqft |
06/30/2015 Source: | Sold | $4,000 $1/sqft |
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