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Sold for $1,465,000 on 09/30/25
  • $1,465,000

    4501 Western Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016

    4beds
    3,200sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    6,097 Square Feet Lot
    $1,464,900 Zestimate®
    $458/sqft
    $5,660 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Open Houses on Sat & Sun Aug 16 and 17 from 12 -2pm. Classic Charm and Exceptional Space! Set on an elevated corner lot framed by mature landscaping, this handsome 1940 brick Colonial offers timeless curb appeal and flexible living across four levels. Estimated square footage 3200 SF. See floor plan in listing photos. Offered for the first time in over 30 years, 4501 Western Ave NW provides a rare combination of generous indoor and outdoor space, a wide footprint, and close proximity to the neighborhood shops, parks, and transit options that make American University Park a consistently sought-after corner of Northwest DC. Inside, you'll find four levels with a thoughtful layout and room to grow. The home welcomes you with a gracious foyer, an elegant living room with fireplace, a sunroom bathed in natural light, a formal dining room, and a den ideal for reading or working from home. The kitchen is expanded with a breakfast room that overlooks the rear yard, perfect for casual meals or morning coffee. A powder room completes the main level. Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms and two full baths, including a large primary suite. A walk-up attic from bedroom 3, with wood flooring and baseboard heat, provides flex space to meet your needs including potential guest space, studio, storage or other design. The versatile lower level offers exceptional space including a large yet cozy recreation room with fireplace, a newly renovated full bath, and workshop. An expansive Bedroom #4 and office suite with its own entrance from the private driveway is an ideal space for your home office, studio, or private guest space. Sellers acquired a office permit for this space. Enjoy a level rear yard, private driveway for off-street parking for 3 cars, for incredible convenience and an adorable custom shed for gardening and other recreation items. Just blocks to the shops and restaurants along Massachusetts Avenue, including Millie’s, Wagshal’s, Starbucks, Compass Coffee, Bluestone Lane, Crate & Barrel, Pizzeria Paradiso and more. Walkable to Turtle Park, schools, American University, and Tenleytown Main Street or Friendship Heights & Tenleytown Metros, as well as several bus lines. Located in AU Park on the DC side of Western Avenue, this property offers all the benefits of city living with easy access to the amenities of Spring Valley, Friendship Heights, Tenleytown, Bethesda and downtown DC. A rare opportunity to own a timeless home in one of Northwest DC’s most established and connected neighborhoods.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 30, 2025 at 08:26am

    Listed by:

    Rina Kunk 202-489-9011,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Dana Rice, SP98374040

    Compass

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2215510MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Lower
    Primary bathroom
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Breakfast room
    • Level: Main
    Den
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Foyer
    • Level: Main
    Other
    • Level: Upper
    Other
    • Level: Lower
    Half bath
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Laundry
    • Level: Lower
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Recreation room
    • Level: Lower
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Utility room
    • Level: Lower
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Baseboard, Natural Gas, Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Curved Staircase, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
    • Basement: Full,Connecting Stairway,Exterior Entry
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,200
    • Total interior livable area: 3,200 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,300
    • Finished area below ground: 900

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, On Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Four
    • Stories: 4
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 6,097 sqft
    • Features: Rear Yard, Front Yard, Corner Lot, Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 1486//0084
    • Zoning: R1B
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block
    • Roof: Slate,Other
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Washington
    • Subdivision: American University Park

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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