About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhouse at 1216 SHEPHERD Street NW in Washington, DC is listed for $879,000 ($337 per sqft). Built in 1890, the home offers 2,605 sqft of living space on a 0.06 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1890
  • 0.06 acre lot
  • 4 stories

Property Details

4 stories
3 full
1890

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

A true Columbia Heights "Grand Dame," this rare and commanding 1890 semi-detached residence offers a level of scale and structural integrity seldom found in the city. Defined by an uncommonly wide and deep footprint, the home greets you with a gracious wrap-around porch that hints at the historic elegance within.

Inside, the entry foyer showcases intricate tilework, transitioning into a grand central hall that anchors the main level. The living room is a study in architectural warmth, featuring soaring ceilings and period-correct details that evoke a sense of timeless sophistication.

The heart of the home is revealed through original pocket doors, which open to a banquet-sized dining room designed for large-scale entertaining. Culinary enthusiasts will gravitate toward the fully renovated chef's kitchen, a bright and airy space finished with sleek quartz countertops and a generous reach-in pantry.

Beyond the kitchen, the outdoor transition is seamless: an elevated deck leads down to a secluded, enchanting lounge area, perfect for alfresco evenings. The second level is home to a serene primary bathed in natural light from oversized windows, complemented by ample closet space and two additional well-proportioned bedrooms and a full bathroom.

The top floor serves as a versatile, sun-drenched retreat-ideal for a sophisticated home office or an expansive secondary suite. Adding further utility, the fully finished lower level provides a refined guest suite with three distinct spaces, a kitchenette, and a full bath. Positioned near the Petworth Metro, this property is a masterful blend of historic character and modern, design-forward luxury.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,701/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$636
Interest$3,809
Insurance$256

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1216 SHEPHERD Street NW

Washington, DC 20011

COLUMBIA HEIGHTS

Property Details

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Parking

Off StreetDriveway

Heating

Central

Cooling

Window Unit(s)Central Air

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom townhouse at 1216 SHEPHERD Street NW is listed at $879,000 ($337/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $4,701 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1890, 0.06 acre lot, 4 stories.

This property is listed by Pierre-Gaspard N Chauvet and can be reached at 2023090443.

PC

Pierre-Gaspard N Chauvet

Agent at Compass

(202) 309-0443

Listed by Compass · View on Broker Site

MLS# DCDC2273628· Source: listhub· 1 day on market

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1216 SHEPHERD Street NW, Washington, DC 20011

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