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$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#DCDC2184320, Mary Lynn White, Listing office: Compass
$2,250,000 List price
2840 Chesapeake St NW Washington, DC 20008
$10,000
Closing credit¹
6 beds
4 full, 1 partial
4,210 sqft
0.2 acres
$534 / sqft
House
Property details
About 2840 Chesapeake St NW
**PRICE IMPROVED - OPEN SATURDAY 1-3pm**. With over 250k in amazing renovations, this timeless Tudor home seamlessly blends classic charm with modern essentials, featuring a slate tile craftsman kitchen adorned with a unique wood ceiling and a smart wall that conveys. The welcoming center hall foyer opens to a formal dining room, a stylish kitchen, and a formal living room. The side library with built in shelves and whimsical wallpaper completes the charm of the first level. On the upper level, discover a fully updated owner’s suite, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, thoughtfully designed double walk-in closets, and a luxurious marble-tiled bathroom featuring heated floors, double sinks, and a glass shower. Two additional sunlit bedrooms share an artisan bath with a glass shower, soaking tub, and heated floors. The rare third floor offers three versatile rooms, perfect for an office, guest space, or play area, all sharing another bathroom with a glass shower and heated floors. The spacious lower level provides abundant storage, a large walk-in laundry room, a gym/storage area, and a Moroccan-inspired steam shower full bath. Distinctive character details such as a stone wall, built-in shelves, and an under-staircase dog cove add unique charm to this home. The flat backyard includes a play area with a slide, a large patio, and a detached two-car garage, ideal for a future guest house. HOME GENERATOR CONVEYS Located just minutes from restaurants and shops on Connecticut Ave, blocks from Rock Creek Park, and only 1/2 mile from Van Ness Metro, this home is a walker’s paradise. Enjoy local favorites like Politics & Prose, Sfoglina, Italian Bar, and Call Your Mother.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingRadiant
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,210 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1927
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Detached Garage,Driveway
MLS #DCDC2199072
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceMantel(s), Gas/Propane
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Table Space, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Garage Door Opener, Detached Garage,Driveway
- Exterior: Play Equipment, Play Area, Stone Retaining Walls
- Architectural Style: Tudor
- Heating: Radiant
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,250,000
- Price/SqFt: $534
- Directions: via Connecticut Ave NW. From Connecticut Ave NW to Washington, turn left onto Ellicott St NW then slight right onto Linnean Ave NW. Turn left onto Chesapeake St NW, destination will be on the right.
- Year Built: 1927
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 4,210 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: DCDC2199072
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (301) 298-1001
- Listing Agent: Trent D Heminger
- Agent Phone: (202) 210-6448
- Agent Email: trent@trentandco.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2019 | Home Sold | $1,689,000 |
| Apr 22, 2019 | Home Sold | $1,689,000 |
| Apr 20, 2012 | Home Sold | $1,455,000 |
| Apr 20, 2012 | Home Sold | $1,455,000 |
| Sep 28, 2006 | Home Sold | $1,250,000 |
| Feb 10, 2006 | Home Sold | $1,185,000 |
| Feb 10, 2006 | Home Sold | $1,185,000 |
Tax history
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History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Eaton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•3373 Van Ness St NW
9
Murch Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•4810 36th St NW
9
Hearst Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•3950 37th St NW
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $122,569. The majority of Washington, DC residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
11%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
29%
100k-200k
30%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
64%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
44%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Men's Tennis
Yoga/pilates
Where do the neighbors shop?
The Container Store
Bloomingdales
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Bonefish Grill
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Lexus
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 2840 Chesapeake St NW
The listing price of 2840 Chesapeake St NW property is $2,250,000.
The property 2840 Chesapeake St NW is a house located in Washington, undefined, 20008.
Accepting Backup Offers: 2840 Chesapeake St NW is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 2840 Chesapeake St NW are: Eaton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Murch Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hearst Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Deal Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Friendship Public Charter School - Online (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Macfarland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wilson High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Roosevelt Stay High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The last sale was on April 22, 2019 for $1,689,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 2840 Chesapeake St NW has 6 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 2840 Chesapeake St NW is 4,210 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 2840 Chesapeake St NW is 1927.
This home is located at 2840 Chesapeake St NW in Washington, DC and zip code 20008 in the North Cleveland Park / Forest Hills / Van Ness neighborhood. This 4,210 square foot home, which was built in 1927, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,250,000.
The number of homes for sale in Washington, DC increased by 52.7% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $634,869, while the average time on the real estate market was 78 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.