Welcome to Van Ness East, a distinguished 12-story condominium prominently featured in James M. Goode’s acclaimed “BEST ADDRESSES.” Nestled beside the serene Rock Creek Park and Soapstone Valley, this iconic building, originally constructed in 1964 international architectural style, offers both an expansive courtyard sun pool and additional ‘on the park’ shade pool. It’s thoughtfully designed 433 units range from cozy studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts, many of which boast charming balconies . Flooded with natural light, This Junior one-bedroom both exemplifies comfort and practicality, with a living dining area providing ample room to relax and entertain, while the adaptable extended bedroom space—perfect for a Murphy bed—can easily be enclosed with existing curtain wall for separation & privacy further afforded by the dressing closet and dual entry bath configuration. The renovated bathroom is equipped with a fully tiled tub/shower combination, a linen closet, contemporary vanity and lighting. The kitchen is delightfully updated with pristine white cabinetry, solid surface countertops, an under-mounted stainless steel sink, a convenient over-the-range microwave, a four-burner gas stove, refrigerator, and a dishwasher. Both cat and 'Green' friendly..with composting and solar additions. Centrally located in Washington ‘s vibrant Van Ness urban village neighborhood in the midst of a variety of conveniences, One can enjoy easy access to practically doorstep Metro commutes to American University Campus, George Washington University &Hospital and Georgetown Law School, supplemented by the neighborhood campuses of UDC, Howard Law School and the Thelma Levine School of Music. Convenient to , shopping Wegman's or Whole Foods & Target at Tenley or Cleveland park, and adjacent Starbucks or Giant (with out leaving the building). Of further delight is your proximity to some of D.C.’s most beloved hotspots: Bread Furst, Sfoglina, Rosewood, Italian Pizza Kitchen, Comet Ping Pong, Buck’s Fishing & Camping, Rosemary Bistro, a hidden Gelato bar, Politics and Prose, Calvert Woodley Wines, and the bustling Saturday UDC Farmers Market as well as the New Morning Organic farm market at Sheridan school , making this communities’ welcoming warmth indisputable. For nature lovers, Van Nesses residential campus is mere moments from the Soapstone Valley Trail entrance on Albemarle Street, a scenic hiking path that meanders into the lush expanse of Rock Creek Park visually available from north and east facing units. Truly, Van Ness East offers the perfect blend of city accessibility and natural tranquility in the midst of every urban convenience.
For sale
$229,743
2939 Van Ness St NW APT 743, Washington, DC 20008
0beds
563sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1964
-- sqft lot
$221,700 Zestimate®
$408/sqft
$718/mo HOA
What's special
Contemporary vanityExtended bedroom spaceLiving dining areaRenovated bathroomCharming balconiesFour-burner gas stoveUnder-mounted stainless steel sink
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 21, 2025 at 01:03pm
Listed by:
Jeffrey Kochan 703-585-5487,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.,
Co-Listing Agent: Elizabeth M Russell 301-580-0540,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2207078

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Convector, Summer/Winter Changeover, Other
Cooling
- Central Air, Convector, Other
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Common Area, Shared
Features
- Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Dining/Living, Efficiency, Kitchen - Galley, Walk-In Closet(s), Other
- Flooring: Other, Carpet
- Windows: Casement, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 563
- Total interior livable area: 563 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 563
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street, Other
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Other, Street Lights
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Other
Lot
- Features: Backs - Parkland, Sloped, Other, Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 2049//2382
- Zoning: R-1A/FH
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Phone Available, Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool
- Security: 24 Hour Security, Desk in Lobby, Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Forest Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Common Grounds, Elevator(s), Jogging Path, Laundry, Library, Meeting Room, Pool, Other, Fitness Center, Party Room, Fax/Copying, Pool Mem Avail
- Services included: A/C unit(s), Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Maintenance Structure, Gas, Heat, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water, Other
- HOA name: Van Ness East Condominium
- Condo and coop fee: $718 monthly
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $408/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $246,840
- Annual tax amount: $1,959
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other
- Ownership: Condominium
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