Welcome to 3917 Fessenden Street NW — A Hidden Oasis in the Heart of the City Conveniently located across from Fort Reno Park, between Tenleytown and Friendship Heights, this lovely 3-bedroom brick split-level home offers a rare combination of gracious living, expansive outdoor space, and unparalleled location. Set on nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds, this special property features a stunning in-ground heated pool, hot tub, garden beds, lawn, and mature woods — a true urban sanctuary perfect for three-season outdoor entertaining. Step inside and enjoy the warm southern exposure that fills the home with natural light. The main level boasts a spacious living room with soaring 9-foot ceilings and a cozy gas fireplace, while the adjacent dining area opens to a beautifully renovated eat-in kitchen featuring top-of-the-line appliances and ample space for casual meals or serious cooking. There is a screened porch that has great possibilities for conversion into a three- or four-seasons sunroom. Upstairs, you'll find 8-foot ceilings and a thoughtfully designed layout with three bedrooms and two full baths. The front-facing primary bedroom enjoys a private en suite bath with a walk-in shower and heated tile floors. Two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the second floor. The walk-out lower level provides a large space for an office and an inviting rec area with a second fireplace and French doors opening to the pool patio — the perfect place to relax, play, or entertain. The unfinished upper attic level presents exciting potential for expansion, while the second lower level includes laundry, storage, a powder room, and a convenient pool changing area. 3917 Fessenden is more than just a home — it’s a lifestyle. With its solid construction, flexible floor plan, and unbeatable setting, this property offers the rare experience of country-style living in the city. All this, just a 10-minute walk to metro, top-rated public and private schools (K-12), libraries, shops, restaurants, and major bus lines. Don’t miss the chance to own this one-of-a-kind urban retreat — a place where nature, comfort, and convenience coexist beautifully.
Sold for $1,765,000 on 07/29/25
$1,765,000
3917 Fessenden St NW, Washington, DC 20016
3beds
3,797sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.43 Acres Lot
$1,765,000 Zestimate®
$465/sqft
$5,951 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 30, 2025 at 12:43am
Listed by:
Kimberly Cestari 202-253-8757,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Ruth Boyer O'Dea, 0225075485
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Alexandra Boucher, 676072
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2206220

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Other
- Level: Unspecified
Family room
- Level: Unspecified
Storage room
- Level: Unspecified
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Features
- Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Attic/House Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Rear Entrance,Connecting Stairway,Sump Pump,Full,Garage Access,Heated,Improved,Exterior Entry,Space For Rooms,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Wood Burning, Insert, Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,436
- Total interior livable area: 3,797 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,385
- Finished area below ground: 1,412
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Driveway, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Lawn Sprinkler
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Concrete, Heated, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1756//0053
- Zoning: R1B
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt,Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
- Major remodel year: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Electric Alarm, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security System
Location
- Region: Washington
- Subdivision: Chevy Chase
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple