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Washington,DC 20007
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 11,158 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,120
Subdivision Georgetown
MLS Listing ID DCDC2131240
Style Other,Manor,Traditional
Bedrooms 8
Full Baths 7
Half Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 8,233
Originating Board BRIGHT
Year Built 1853
Annual Tax Amount $85,488
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 0.332 Acres
Acres 0.33
Property Description
In Georgetown’s coveted East Village, amongst a landscape of stately Federal and Victorian houses, stands an extraordinary and utterly unique Italianate landmark. For more than a hundred years this house was known as the Robert Dodge House, named for and commissioned by the scion of Georgetown’s most important family. However, for over the last 40 years it has been known both at home and abroad as the C. Boyden Gray House and is undoubtedly the most recognizable residence in town.
Its provenance is important to our Capital and to our country. Designed in 1850 by Downing and Vaux, easily the most notable architectural partnership of the 19th century. Their designs and influence extended a distinct architectural style that influenced the affluent from New York to Palm Beach, from Central Park to the National Mall.
As an authentic 19th-century masterpiece, this residence boasts soaring and expansive spaces showcasing an unparalleled scale, this is true of the public as well as the private rooms. The layout was purposely sized and updated to accommodate state dinners, yet private and warm spaces have been threaded throughout the fabric of the house, making it as comfortable to live as appropriate to entertain. Whether it is space, design, parking, light, or in its possibilities, this house not only checks the necessary boxes but does so generously.
Upstairs, the home’s ample and grand bedroom suites offer a versatile arrangement with several luxurious suites. On the third floor is a sophisticated and spacious two-bedroom apartment, designed by Outerbridge Horsey. The lower level provides the service space needed to support such an important property. The grounds feature a large, private lawn with terraces overlooking the serene landscape, a crescent drive, and a sizable two-car garage with additional parking for 5 cars.
The house and its systems have been thoroughly maintained including an elevator to all four levels. Its new copper roof, a testament to the commitment to quality and endurance that this property represents, is a perfect example of how the house has been cared for and is ready for a new owner to make their mark in this city at the center of the world stage.
Location
State DC
County Washington
Zoning R-3/GT
Rooms
Other Rooms Kitchen
Basement Fully Finished,Connecting Stairway,Garage Access,Heated,Improved,Interior Access,Rear Entrance
Interior
Interior Features 2nd Kitchen,Additional Stairway,Attic,Built-Ins,Crown Moldings,Curved Staircase,Elevator,Floor Plan - Traditional,Formal/Separate Dining Room,Recessed Lighting,Primary Bath(s),Bathroom - Soaking Tub,Upgraded Countertops,Walk-in Closet(s),Window Treatments,Wine Storage,Wood Floors,Other
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Zoned,Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood,Marble,Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 5
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane,Wood
Equipment Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Commercial Range,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances
Fireplace Y
Appliance Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Commercial Range,Extra Refrigerator/Freezer,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliances
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Garage Garage - Front Entry
Garage Spaces 7.0
Waterfront N
Water Access N
Roof Type Copper
Accessibility None
Parking Type Attached Garage,Driveway
Attached Garage 2
Total Parking Spaces 7
Garage Y
Building
Story 4
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Other,Manor,Traditional
Level or Stories 4
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District District Of Columbia Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 1267//0287
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source Assessor
Special Listing Condition Standard