#DCDC2144694, Oluwatumininu Demuren, Listing Office: TTR Sotheby's International Realty
3508 Prospect St NW Washington, DC 20007
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About 3508 Prospect St NW
Thought to be designed by William Thornton, the architect of the U.S. Capitol, and long considered one of the most architecturally and historically significant properties in the city of Washington, Prospect House was built between 1787 and 1793 and sits high above the Potomac River at 3508 Prospect Street in Georgetown. This red brick Georgian-Federal house has been a show place for politicians and statesmen since Revolutionary War days, and is sited on nearly half an acre of beautifully manicured formal English gardens. Among many renowned owners over the years, the property was the home of the first Secretary of Defense, James V. Forrestal, and during the Truman Administration Prospect House served as The White House Guest House for visiting dignitaries. Presidents Washington and Adams, the Marquis de Lafayette, the Shah of Iran, the President of France, and the poet Robert Frost have all been guests of Prospect House. The first floor of this 9,000+ square foot residence includes 12-foot ceilings; a formal entrance hall; a double parlor living room with twin Adams fireplaces, a Jefferson window, and a bay window overlooking the gardens; a banquet-sized dining room with a fireplace and river views; a gallery hall; an ample-sized eat-in kitchen, a powder room and a veranda. Upstairs are 7 large bedrooms -- several with river views -- a sitting room and 5 full baths. A lovely library opening to the garden, a home office, an 8th bedroom and a full bath make up the lower level. The property includes a 41-foot swimming pool and an octagonal watch tower where one of the early owners watched his boats come into Georgetown Harbor. A garage and additional parking for 3 cars complete this extraordinary offering. Prospect House has been well-maintained and improved by its current owners, who, in the last few years, have replaced the roof; the plumbing, heating and air conditioning systems; and rebuilt all of the windows.
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- MLS Number: DCDC2129376
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Washington Fine Properties, LLC
- Office Phone: (202) 944-5000
- Office Email: info@wfp.com
- Listing Agent: Kimberly T Gibson
- Agent Phone: (202) 256-3628
- Agent Email: kim.gibson@wfp.com
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $5,809,550 | $49,726 |
2022 | $5,649,660 | $48,022 |
2021 | $5,557,130 | $47,235 |
2020 | $5,568,010 | $47,328 |
2019 | $5,242,030 | $44,557 |
2018 | $5,198,360 | $44,186 |
2017 | $5,081,540 | $43,193 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Hyde-Addison Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•3219 O St NW
9
Stoddert Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•4001 Calvert St NW
6
Francis Scott Key Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.3 mi
•2300 Key Blvd
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 $128,267. Residents of Washington, DC typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 3508 Prospect St NW
This home is located at 3508 Prospect St NW in Washington, DC and zip code 20007 in the Georgetown neighborhood. This 9,086 square foot home, which was built in 1787, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 21, 2024 and is currently priced at $12,500,000.
Washington, DC housing market in February 2025 saw over 93 listings sold above listed price, more than 106 sold at listed price and over 203 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Washington, DC between January and February 2025 increased by 17%. In February 2025 median list price was $676,408 and the average listing age was 51 days.