5221 42ND STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015

$1,485,000

Exuding curb appeal and classic charm, this beautifully renovated bungalow offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms and is ideally situated on an expansive, professionally landscaped lot in one of DC's most coveted neighborhoods. Boasting an excellent Walk Score, you're just two blocks from the Friendship Heights Metro, premier shopping, top-rated… Read More schools, and restaurants. Beyond the gated front yard, a garden oasis welcomes you home, leading to a gracious front porch adorned with two cushioned porch swings. Inside, the home blends traditional character with thoughtful modern updates, including a renovated kitchen and designer finishes throughout. Additional highlights include a private in-law suite or rental opportunity, a detached two-car garage, and a rare oversized lot offering exceptional outdoor space and privacy. This is urban living at its finest - where timeless architecture meets unbeatable location. Inside, top quality built-ins and finishes, a terrific entertaining flow, warm hardwood floors, detailed millwork, and numerous windows create a sun-filled, welcoming atmosphere. The stately living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace flanked by custom built-ins and windows. The bright, airy, and newly renovated kitchen features abundant cabinet storage, a pull out pantry, a windowed sink, an eat-at breakfast counter, and stainless steel appliances. Seamlessly host and entertain in the large formal dining room which opens to the back deck via glass french doors. At the back of the home, there is a spectacular bonus bedroom or the ideal office with a skylight, custom built-ins, and an attached powder room. A mudroom off the kitchen with exterior access completes this floor. Upstairs, enjoy a quiet space to relax and rejuvenate. Three large bedrooms offer versatility to suit any lifestyle, all with large closets. The shared hall bath is brightly lit by a window and features a new vanity and a cast-iron soaking tub with shower. The lower-level of this home is incredibly versatile. Storage and a laundry room sit at the bottom of the stairs and a privacy door leads to a complete in-law suite with a full bathroom, second kitchen, and bedroom, offering the perfect rec space, rental opportunity, or in-law suite. Fabulous outdoor spaces throughout. Dine al fresco on the back deck with room for casual seating and an outdoor dining area, hang on the front porch, or enjoy the beautiful gardens and a fully-fenced front, side, and backyard. Bonus storage abounds in the oversized detached garage with 2 car parking. Located where Chevy Chase DC and Friendship Heights converge, enjoy amazing proximity to Janney Elementary, Deal Middle School, and Jackson-Reed High School. Rated as Very Walkable and Excellent for Transit - Jennifer St entrance for Friendship Heights Metro only two blocks away. Blocks from the new Trader Joes, Whole Foods and all the retail shops and dining along Wisconsin Ave. Welcome to your new, move-in-ready home in Northwest DC! Read Less

Courtesy of Megan Conway, Compass [email protected]

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Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 9, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,600

Lot Size

0.12 Acres

Year Built

1920

MLS Number

DCDC2215612

30 Days Snapshot Of 20015

$1.24M

-14%

(avg) sold price

-35%

homes sold

-22%

(avg) days on market

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Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer - Front Loading, Stainless Steel Appliances, Icemaker, Built-In Microwave, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer

Basement

Connecting Stairway, Side Entrance, Fully Finished, Improved, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Full

Building

2,600 sqft living area, 1,700 sqft above grade (finished), 900 sqft below grade (finished), Built in 1920, Major renovation in 2015, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, 3 levels, Bungalow, Frame

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Doors

French

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Mantel(s), Wood

Floors

Hardwood

Foundation

Slab

Garage

2 garage spaces

Heating

Electric, Forced Air

Interior Features

2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Upgraded Countertops, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower

Laundry

Lower Floor, Has Laundry

Lot

5,250 sqft, 0.12 acres

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Porch(es), Deck(s), Soil Types: Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $9,775, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $9,775, Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Hot Water: Natural Gas

Windows

Screens, Storm, Wood Frame, Skylights

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