3031 Rodman St NW, Washington, DC 20008

One-of-a-kind fully renovated 5+/3.5bath 4-level home with unbeatable LOCATION, FAMILY-FRIENDLY layout, thoughtful FEATURES, access to NATURE/trails, and terrific CHARM and CONVENIENCE. Optional furnishings. Pets considered on case-by-case basis and incur additional monthly fee. This home is located on a quiet side street off Connecticut Avenue - just a 5-minute walk to the Red Line metro and the many amenities of Cleveland Park's commercial district. Or leave the car in the private driveway and walk a few steps to the trail meandering down into the natural quiet provided by the mature tree canopy and gently flowing tributary of Rock Creek. The MAIN LEVEL features an open and flexible living/dining area with a restored fireplace (wood insert), large breakfast bar (seats 5), cook's kitchen (6-burner dual-fuel stove), 1/2 bath, and expansive rear sliding glass doors that open onto a deck overlooking the great outdoors. The entry foyer has a small entryway closet and nook for storing bags and backpacks. The SECOND LEVEL features 3 bedrooms: a front bedroom with full ensuite bath and a cedar closet; a middle bedroom with closet, and a large rear bedroom with stunning views of the park and larger closet. The hallway bath features a large custom glass shower with two rain-shower heads), a dual vanity, and big, bright skylight. The hallway's stacked washer/dryer and large linen closet make household chores a bit easier. Through a hallway door, take the full-size stairs up to the TOP LEVEL: a large, 'bonus' room with ample sunlight - use as a bedroom, family room, or office. Off the kitchen and passing along the exposed brick wall, stairs lead down to a FULLY FINISHED, full-height BASEMENT living area featuring: bonus kitchen amenities and laundry, three separate and versatile rooms (each with a real window), full private bath, noise-dampening ceiling materials, and separate rear walk-out entrance/exit with patio area overlooking the park below. OUTDOOR spaces: front porch w/roof, a rear deck off the kitchen, a driveway that extends into a small historic garage, and basement-level rear sheltered patio. Energy/Heat/AC: All new energy efficient windows and doors, tankless gas point-of-service water heater, spray foam insulation, two heating/cooling zones, make this home incredibly energy-efficient, reducing monthly utility costs. An efficient wood-burning fireplace insert is capable of heating significant portions of the house. Smart locks & home security system included Optional Furnishings Bedroom furnishings (up to 3 queen-sized beds, storage bureaus, bedside tables and lamps, bed/bath linens, dining table/chairs, and various other household basics offered on a temporary or permanent basis). Walk Score: 81 (very walkable) Within 5 minutes: dining, Metro, groceries, pharmacies, urgent health clinic, public library, veterinarian, Target, weekend farmer markets, various nature trails. Within 10-15 minutes: National Zoo (free), various embassies, public and private schools (see below 20-30 minutes: Explore Rock Creek Park, Beach Drive, and more. Or head south on the Connecticut Avenue's wide sidewalks to reach downtown business, government, academia, and museums e.g. Dupont Circle, Farragut Square, White House, World Bank, George Washington University & Hospital. 30-40: National Mall and museums Schools & public facilities: SCHOOLS: The home is located within walking distance of its the assigned in-boundary D.C. public elementary school (Hearst Elementary) and various private schools (Washington International School, Burke, Sidwell, Whittle School). It's just a bit further to the in-boundary Deal Middle School (Alice Deal MS) and high school (Wilson HS). Other private schools including the Maret School, St. Albans, National Cathedral, Georgetown Day - are all within a very short drive/bike. RECREATION: Hearst Elementary School, Playground & Park: A ten-minute walk from the house, the newly improved (Spring 2021) Hearst playground features play structures for a range of ages, including a fenced off area for younger children) and small turf field. In Summer 2021, the adjacent Hearst Park's new outdoor pool, pool house, tennis courts, and regulation-sized soccer field are all slated for completion. All within a 10 minute walk LIBRARY: Beautifully renovated and re-opened in 2018, the Cleveland Park library is an extensive community resource within easy walking distance (7 minutes). In addition to the comprehensive traditional offerings of the DC Public library, it offers rooms for private study, meetings, and conferences; printing/scanning, desktop computing, high-speed wifi, and a terrific space for kids to play, read, explore. No smoking anything. No sublets. No house sharing. Showings by appointment. Pets on case-by-case basis (a deposit and a move-out cleaning fee would be applied). July 1 availability is approximate timeframe - rent shall be pro-rated dependent on move-in date. Email to arrange in-person or virtual appointment, ask questions, etc. Minimum lease term of 9 months. High speed wifi included. Tenant pays electric, gas, water. Limited optional furnishings offered on a permanent or temporary basis (see above). The lower-level (basement ) living area can be excluded from pricing at a savings of $1000. Pets on case-by-case basis (a deposit and an additional move-out anti-allergen cleaning fee would be applied). No smoking on property. No sublets. No house sharing. Rental application and fee required ($55 non-refundable fee, government-issued ID, references, proof of income).