Welcome to 2138 California St NW #505, a sun-soaked, top-floor retreat tucked into the heart of Kalorama, one of DC’s most enchanting and elegant neighborhoods. This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo offers the best of historic charm and modern updates in a beautifully maintained Beaux Arts building. From the moment you step inside, you’ll feel the calm that comes with being perched among the trees and surrounded by architectural beauty. The open-concept living space is designed for both comfort and connection. A fully renovated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry flows into the living and dining area, anchored by a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Hardwood floors and tall ceilings add to the sense of warmth and airiness. Step out onto your private balcony to take in the sunrise over leafy views - there’s plenty of space for a bistro table and your morning coffee ritual. The oversized bedroom is a true sanctuary, offering space for a desk or reading nook, plus generous closet space. The bathroom has a smart layout, with a separate area for the tub and sink that’s ideal for busy mornings. You’ll love the modern conveniences that make life easy: in-unit washer and dryer, central AC, and move-in-ready updates throughout. And then there’s the neighborhood - Kalorama. It’s quiet, refined, and rich with history, yet a stone’s throw from everything. Mitchell Park is around the corner for afternoon picnics or dog walks, and the Kalorama Market just downstairs is a beloved neighborhood staple. Stroll to Dupont Circle, grab dinner at one of DC’s top restaurants, or hop on the Metro. Life here offers the rare balance of peaceful retreat and vibrant city living.
For sale
$500,000
2138 California St NW APT 505, Washington, DC 20008
1beds
737sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$489,300 Zestimate®
$678/sqft
$528/mo HOA
What's special
Oversized bedroomOpen-concept living spaceTop-floor retreatIn-unit washer and dryerCozy wood-burning fireplaceFully renovated kitchenLeafy views
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 26, 2025 at 03:51am
Listed by:
Jessica Evans 301-832-5105,
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2201958

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Intercom, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, In Unit
Features
- Combination Dining/Living, Elevator, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 737
- Total interior livable area: 737 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 737
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage, Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Features: Urban Land Not Rated
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2530//2040
- Zoning: R5B
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Main Entrance Lock, Monitored
- Subdivision: Kalorama
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Elevator(s), Storage
- Services included: Custodial Services Maintenance, Maintenance Structure, Management, Insurance, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
- HOA name: The Lonsdale Court Condominium
- Condo and coop fee: $528 monthly
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $678/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $450,530
- Annual tax amount: $3,234
- Date on market: 8/25/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Condominium
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