Charming Renovated Bungalow Steps from Friendship Heights Metro Located at 5241 42nd St NW, Washington, DC, this light-filled, recently renovated bungalow offers the perfect combination of modern comfort, thoughtful design, and unmatched convenience. Just 300 feet from the Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line) and within easy walking distance to Giant, Whole Foods, Rodman’s, and a variety of dining and entertainment options, this home is ideally situated for urban living. Spread across three spacious levels, the home features a versatile floor plan: Main Level: Two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a separate den/office ideal for remote work, and inviting living and dining rooms. The fully renovated kitchen is equipped with modern finishes and energy-efficient appliances. Upper Level: A spacious primary suite offers a private retreat, complemented by an additional bedroom or flexible living room area. Lower Level: Includes two bedrooms/dens, and two full bathrooms, large living area previously used as a home theater and Laundry room. The layout allows for the owner to separate part of the lower level into a complete in-law suite with its own living area, kitchenette, and independent entrance. Great for a nanny/Au Pair or to make rental income (rentals have ranged from $1200-1500) Additional features include 3 zones heating and cooling, Pella windows, slate roof all copper plumbing, and two off-street parking spaces, including a detached garage.. The home has a proven rental history of over $7,500 per month, making it a strong investment opportunity in one of DC’s most desirable neighborhoods.
For sale
$1,565,000
5241 42nd St NW, Washington, DC 20015
5beds
3,280sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
4,725 Square Feet Lot
$1,533,900 Zestimate®
$477/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern comfortThoughtful designOff-street parking spacesDetached garageFully renovated kitchenIn-law suitePella windows
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Listing updated: 17 hours ago
Listed by:
Erich Cabe 202-320-6469,
Compass,
Listing Team: Erich Cabe Team
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2216902

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Basement
- Area: 1265
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Drainage System,English,Full,Connecting Stairway,Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,310
- Total interior livable area: 3,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,045
- Finished area below ground: 1,235
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Rear, Attached, Driveway, Off Street, Alley Access
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, City
Lot
- Size: 4,725 Square Feet
- Features: Rear Yard, Front Yard, Unknown Soil Type
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1741//0035
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Masonry, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Friendship Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $477/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,196,880
- Annual tax amount: $9,935
- Date on market: 9/5/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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