About This Home

This 12-bedroom, 11-bathroom single family at 1633 16TH ST NW in Washington, DC is listed for $4,495,000. Built in 1885, on a 0.06 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1885
  • 0.06 acre lot

Property Details

10 full, 1 half
1885
Listing Description

Listing Description Rare opportunity to acquire an iconic Romanesque Revival mansion in the heart of Logan Circles Historic District. Formerly home to the Bolivian and Ecuadorian embassies, this 10,000 SF property offers flexible zoning, strategic corner visibility on 16th and R Streets, and Victorian architectural character in one of DCs most prestigious, walkable neighborhoods.

The Shehan Mansion at 1633 16th St NW in Washington, DC is a historic and versatile property offering multiple living spaces. The estate currently includes four distinct suites totaling 10,539 square feet. The main residence spans 6,800 SF across four levels and features over eight bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms.

Additional accommodations include a 2-bedroom, 1,250 SF carriage house suite with a side parking space, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom garden apartment measuring 1,400 SF, and a 450 SF studio unit. The property also includes two 350 SF garages, offering added functionality.

Sales Highlights : 8 Bedrooms, 6.5 Bathrooms Across 6,700 SF and 4 Floors Detached 2-BD, 1-BA Carriage House (1,250 SF) with Private Entry 2-BD, 2-BA Garden Apartment (1,400 SF) with Private Access Prominent Corner Lot along DCs Embassy Row Property to be sold in its present condition, 'As Is,' with no warranties expressed or implied by the seller Rezoning is currently in progress. Please contact the listing agent for the latest updates and additional details.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$24,040/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$3,251
Interest$19,478
Insurance$1,311

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1633 16TH ST NW

Washington, DC 20009

OLD CITY #2

Questions & Answers

This 12-bedroom, 11-bathroom single family at 1633 16TH ST NW is listed at $4,495,000. The estimated monthly payment is $24,040 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1885, 0.06 acre lot.

This property is listed by Siva Selvanayagam.

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Siva Selvanayagam

Agent at Long & Foster Real Estate

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate · Broker phone: 7037901990 · Broker website

MLS# DCDC2254220· Source: Long & Foster Real Estate· 207 days on PropertySimple

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1633 16TH ST NW, Washington, DC 20009

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