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  • $274,900

    3901 Cathedral Ave NW #220, Washington, DC 20016

    1beds
    777sqft
    : 
    Condominium
    Built in 1938
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $354/sqft
    $925/mo HOA

    What's special

    Newer modern cabinetryLarge bedroomCustom shelving systemExposed brick accent wallRiver rock tilingEn-suite bathUpdated kitchen
    Beautiful and spacious 1 bedroom/1 bath condo at The Marlyn--an Art Deco, full service building in the heart of Cathedral Heights and close to everything. Designed in the 1930's by renowned architect Francis Koenig, The Marlyn is featured in James Goode's 'Best Addresses' which celebrates DC's most interesting and significant architecture. This unit has close to 800 square feet of living space with lots of natural light and also includes an updated kitchen with newer modern cabinetry, stainless appliances and granite countertops as well as a large bedroom with an exposed brick accent wall and an attached en-suite bath with river rock tiling and walk-in closet with a custom shelving system. Building amenities include a roof deck, 7-day building concierge, clean laundry facilities, extra storage, bike storage and more. CONDO FEE INCLUDES GAS/WATER! The Marlyn is a pet friendly building that is convenient to everything--shopping, restaurants and in close proximity to American University. You simply won't find a nicer 1 bedroom at the price in all of DC. If you have clients looking for a DC condo in this price range, this needs to be your first stop!
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 01:04am

    Listed by:

    John Young 301-732-5867,

    RE/MAX Excellence Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2215474MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Primary Bathroom
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Main
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Flooring - Stone
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - HardWood
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Wall Unit, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Wall Unit(s), Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
    • Laundry: Common Area
    Features
    • Combination Kitchen/Living, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s), Open Floorplan
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 777
    • Total interior livable area: 777 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 777
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Accessible Elevator Installed
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Exterior features: Storage, Sidewalks
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City
    Lot
    • Features: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 1815//2043
    • Zoning: R5A
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    • Architectural style: Art Deco
    • Property subtype: Condominium
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    Condition
    • Excellent
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1938

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: 24 Hour Security, Desk in Lobby, Monitored
    • Subdivision: Observatory Circle
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Amenities included: Common Grounds, Concierge, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Storage
    • Services included: Custodial Services Maintenance, Common Area Maintenance, Maintenance Structure, Heat, Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water
    • HOA name: The Marlyn
    • Condo and coop fee: $925 monthly
    Location
    • Region: Washington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $354/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $299,530
    • Annual tax amount: $1,561
    • Date on market: 8/14/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
    • Ownership: Condominium
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