5241 42nd St Nw, Washington, DC 20015
- $1,485,000
- 5
- BD
- 4
- BA
- 3,280
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $1,485,000
- List Price
- $1,499,000
- Closing Date
- Jan 23, 2026
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- DCDC2228406
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Living Area
- 3,280
- Lot Size (Acres)
- 0.11
- Style
- Bungalow
- Year Built
- 1923
- County
- Washington
- School District
- District Of Columbia Public Schools
Property Description
Charming and tastefully renovated, this light-filled bungalow offers the perfect blend of modern comfort, classic style, and unbeatable location. Just steps from the Friendship Heights Metro (Red Line), the home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street while remaining within easy walking distance to Giant, Whole Foods, Rodman’s, and a wide range of dining and entertainment options. With a large, fenced-in yard and private setting, it offers the best of both urban convenience and suburban tranquility.<br> The home is spread across three spacious levels, providing a flexible and functional layout to suit a variety of needs. On the main level, there are two bedrooms and a full bathroom, along with a separate den or office ideal for working from home. The living and dining rooms are warm and inviting, and the fully renovated kitchen features modern finishes and energy-efficient appliances.<br> Upstairs, the expansive primary suite creates a comfortable retreat, complete with an additional room that can serve as a fourth bedroom, sitting area, or flexible living space.<br> The lower level includes two additional bedrooms or dens, two full bathrooms, and a generous living area that has previously served as a home theater. There is also a laundry room and the potential to separate part of the lower level into a complete in-law suite. With its own entrance, kitchenette, and living area, this space is perfect for a nanny, Au Pair, guests, or as a rental unit, with past rental income ranging between $1,200 and $1,500 per month.<br> Additional features of the home include three-zone heating and cooling, Pella windows, a slate roof, all-copper plumbing, and two off-street parking spaces, including a detached garage. With a proven rental history of over $7,500 per month, this home represents a strong investment opportunity in one of Washington, DC’s most desirable neighborhoods. Sellers would consider a lease for $7750/mo.
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Additional Information
- Subdivision
- Friendship Heights
- School District
- District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School
- Janney
- Middle School
- Deal
- High School
- Wilson Senior
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- View
- Garden, City
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split
- Roof
- Slate
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Basement
- Drainage System, Finished, Daylight, Full, Connecting Stairway, Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Exterior Entry, Walkout Stairs, Windows