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#DCDC2175312, Roby C Thompson III, Listing Office: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
$2,950,000 List price
4501 Cathedral Ave NW Washington, DC 20016
4 beds
3 full, 1 partial
4,248 sqft
0.1 acres
$694 / sqft
House
Property details
About 4501 Cathedral Ave NW
Welcome to 4501 Cathedral Avenue, a charming Wesley Heights residence built in 1925 that was thoughtfully and tastefully updated by the prior owners. Approximately 600 square feet was added in a seamless, three-story addition that created a cozy sunroom, a massive master closet with custom built-ins and a lower level game room/storage area. Noted architect Ankie Barnes of Barnes Vanze & Associates, and Richard Zantzinger of Zantzinger & Associates were the construction managers. This is one of the most charming homes in Wesley Heights, noted for its climbing wisteria over the front door. Wesley Heights is one of Washington's premier neighborhoods, and is the perfect location for those looking for a picturesque setting with all of the conveniences of the city. This well designed and appointed residence with 4BR, 3BA and 1HB exudes old world charm and is on a rare flat lot for Wesley Heights. The main level boasts a family room off the kitchen and separate breakfast nook, a living room with a separate reading nook, a sizeable dining room and the cheerful sun room. Starting with the two sets of french doors from the sunroom, there is egress to the beautifully landscaped side yard and other outdoor areas throughout the house. This is one of the most charming homes in Wesley Heights, one of Washington's premier neighborhoods, and is the perfect location for those looking for a picturesque setting with all of the conveniences of the city. A must see! By Appointment only.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,248 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingOn Street
MLS #DCDC2176994
Summary
- MLS Number: DCDC2176994
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: Washington Fine Properties, LLC
- Office Phone: (202) 944-5000
- Office Email: info@wfp.com
- Listing Agent: Cynthia L. Howar
- Agent Phone: (202) 944-5000
- Agent Email: cynthia.howar@wfp.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 08, 2022 | Home Sold | $2,795,000 |
| Mar 16, 2015 | Home Sold | $1,800,000 |
| Jan 19, 2005 | Home Sold | $1,737,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,900,450 | $18,697 |
| 2022 | $1,842,130 | $14,989 |
| 2021 | $1,832,180 | $14,924 |
| 2020 | $1,833,580 | $14,941 |
| 2019 | $1,821,320 | $14,845 |
| 2018 | $1,798,850 | $14,666 |
| 2017 | $1,726,690 | $14,061 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Mann Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•4430 Newark St NW
10
Key Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•5001 Dana Pl NW
9
Stoddert Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•4001 Calvert 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 $152,717. Residents of Washington, DC typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
6%
<35k
17%
35k-100k
40%
100k-200k
37%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis
Skiing/snowboarding- Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom
Brooks Brothers
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bonefish Grill
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Lexus
BMW
Acura
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Talk/Personality
Sports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 4501 Cathedral Ave NW
This home is located at 4501 Cathedral Ave NW in Washington, DC and zip code 20016 in the Northwest neighborhood. This 4,248 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,950,000.
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 number of listings in Washington, DC increased by 17% between January and February 2025. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 51 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $676,408.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.