First market opportunity in 25 years, Grande dame on iconic cul-de-sac is a sun-filled oasis with 35'x20' pool, 2 bath cabana, flagstone terraces, and mature plantings on rare, level 16,200 sf lot. Move-in or update to taste; 6,000 sf interior retains high ceilings, bay windows, wide plank & chevron patterned hardwood floors, thick stone and plaster walls, custom molding, bountiful built-ins, and closets. Unique, curved stairwell highlights grand foyer leading to bright living room with marble fireplace surround, fieldstone walled sunroom, private wood paneled study, powder room suite and expansive, newly painted, dining room. Galley kitchen offers stainless-steel countertops and pass-through to large recreation room with fireplace, vintage soda bar, front deck, and French doors to porch and pool. Enjoy treetop views from refreshed "California king-sized" en suite primary bedroom with fireplace and closet built-ins. Three additional en suite bedrooms occupy second level with interior stair to third level bonus space, full bath and storage. Systems include slate roof, copper guttering, hot water radiant heat and 2-zone A/C. Forest Hills -- a most sought-after DC neighborhood -- is walkable to popular restaurants, Politics and Prose, retail and minutes to red line metro, downtown DC, Capitol Hill, Chevy Chase, Bethesda and National Airport. Easy access to Rock Creek Park, the National Zoo, Peirce Mill and Hillwood Estate.
Sold for $3,556,000 on 08/14/25
$3,556,000
2839 Chesterfield Pl NW, Washington, DC 20008
5beds
6,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
0.37 Acres Lot
$3,592,500 Zestimate®
$564/sqft
$7,716 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,592,500
$3.41M - $3.77M
$7,716/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 07:58am
Listed by:
Denise Warner 202-487-5162,
Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Bought with:
Andrew Smith, SP98372985
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2209660
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Upper
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 10
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bathroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bonus room
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Living room
- Features: Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
Media room
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 528 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 16
Recreation room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Lower
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 13
Storage room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
Study
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Double Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bar, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Curved Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Crown Molding, Kitchen - Galley, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Plaster Walls, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Energy Efficient, Screens
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Heated,Improved,Windows,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Marble
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,584
- Total interior livable area: 6,300 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,700
- Finished area below ground: 1,600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, In Ground, Heated, Private
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic Vista, Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Level, Urban Land-Brandywine
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 2258//0854
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Manor,Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
- Major remodel year: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2025 | Sold | $3,556,000-1.2%$564/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #DCDC2209660 | ||
| 7/19/2025 | Pending sale | $3,600,000$571/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2209660 | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,600,000-5.1%$571/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2209660 | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Listing removed | $3,795,000$602/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2194104 | ||
| 6/17/2025 | Price change | $3,795,000-1.4%$602/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2194104 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,646 +4.8% | $2,929,440 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $23,526 +3.7% | $2,854,850 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $22,692 +1.7% | $2,753,700 +1.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Murch Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Deal Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Jackson-Reed High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Murch
- Middle: Deal Junior High School
- High: Jackson-reed
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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