5045 Cathedral Ave Nw, Washington, DC 20016
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Murphy & Co.
Listed by: suzanne parmet
Office: compass
MLS#:DCDC2247626
Source:BRIGHTMLS
Price summary
- Price:$2,175,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$659.69
About this home
Beautifully renovated, spacious, super bright, and in a highly-desired location, this Kent/Palisades dream home is not to be missed. Comprised of 3425 finished square feet, this sun-filled charmer includes 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, fully windowed lower level rec room, in-law suite with kitchenette, entry/sitting room with wood-burning fireplace, eat-in kitchen, gym space, excellent interior and exterior storage, and an adorable and extremely useful accessory building (studio/office). The hilltop siting affords incredible southern views over neighboring homes & into VA, tons of natural light through the many large & all double-pane windows & glass doors, desirable privacy, and drainage advantages. And, if you prefer to skip the front stairs, it's no problem - you could choose the rear alley entry, which provides very convenient access with limited stairs, as well as private parking for up to 3 cars. The extra large, level, fully fenced-in yard, along with the huge and partially covered deck, offer a private and spacious retreat, perfect for playing, entertaining, gardening and grilling. The lot also provides more than enough space for a pool or big addition, if desired (currently only 13% lot coverage), while still leaving plenty of area for all your outside activities. And starting just 2 blocks away are the many acclaimed restaurants, shops and amenities of Palisades plus many parks, trails and the Potomac River. Recent significant renovations ($140k+) include: kitchen (2026), primary bathroom (2026), in-law suite bathroom and kitchenette (2026), roof (2022), upper level & accessory building HVACs (2022), hall bathroom (2022), on-demand hot water heater (2022), hardwood floor refinishing (2026), interior painting, fixtures & hardware (2026) and lead remediation (2022). (Prior to moving in, the sellers tested for lead in the paint, water and soil; all discovered issues were remediated.) Also, this home holds an interesting piece of history, having briefly been the home to a Secretary of State, and includes an old connection to the White House switchboard. This is truly a home you'll fall in love with. Attend an open house or schedule a private showing to experience it first-hand!...
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Home facts
- Year built:1928
- Listing ID #:DCDC2247626
- Added:49 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 08, 2026 at 01:42 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:4
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:15
- Flooring:Hardwood, Laminate Plank
- Dining Description:Combination Dining/Living, Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Half Bath, Primary Bath(s)
- Kitchen Description:Breakfast Area, Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchenette, Oven/Range - Gas, Pantry, Range Hood, Recessed Lighting, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Upgraded Countertops, Water Heater - Tankless
- Bedroom Description:Walk In Closet(s)
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Partial, Poured Concrete, Windows
- Living area:3,297 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central A/C
- Heating:90% Forced Air, Central, Electric, Heat Pump(s), Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1928
- Building area:3,297 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.2 Acres
- Lot Features:Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Private, Rear Yard, Sloping
- Architectural Style:Colonial
- Construction Materials:Frame
- Exterior Features:Deck(s), Extensive Hardscape, Outbuilding(s), Play Equipment, Porch(es), Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls
- Foundation Description:Active Radon Mitigation, Brick/Mortar, Slab
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,175,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$659.69
- Tax amount:$13,907 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Laundry, Washer
- Amenities:200+ Amp Service, Attic/House Fan, Cable TV Available, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Pane Windows, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Smoke Detector
Parking
- Parking description:Alley, Concrete Driveway
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