KALORAMA 2449 tracy place, nw washington, dc 20008
T he mansion at 2449 Tracy Place is a sophisticated home located on one of the premier streets in Washington s most prestigious neighborhood, Kalorama. Kalorama is a historic neighborhood that dates back to pre-civil War Washington and was developed to take advantage of its hilltop location, noted by the fact that Kalorama is the Greek word for fine view. This location in Kalorama, West of Connecticut Avenue, houses many of the most impressive single family dwellings in Washington, DC as well as many of the more established residential Embassy properties. Kalorama has been the home to five United States presidents: Wilson, Taft, FDR, Harding and Hoover. The tree lined streets and residential ambiance is punctuated with various architectural styles. Its central location and proximity to the Central Business District, Kennedy Center, Dupont Circle Metro, Reagan and Dulles airports and the nation s foremost cultural and educational centers has only increased its popularity for in town living in recent years.
This stunning, historical Waddy Wood home was built in 1923 and completely renovated in 2014, by renowned DC architect Christian Zapatka, targeted to the owners interest in a contemporary interior, while preserving the best historical features. The prominent American architect, Waddy Wood, designed numerous Washington residences as well as the Woodrow Wilson House and the Main Interior Building. The spacious home is filled with light, has an open floor plan, high ceilings, abundance of windows, five fireplaces, and top-of-the-line fixtures and appliances. The main level features a welcoming foyer with coat closet and half bath, grand dining room, gracious formal living room, sun room with wall of windows overlooking the rear garden, and family room that connects to the gourmet eat-in kitchen. The second level has a spacious master suite with terrace, walk-in closet, and sleek master bath with heated floors, as well as four additional bedrooms with walk-in closets and three full baths. The finished lower level, with possible seventh bedroom, has the sixth bedroom, kitchenette, two full baths, entertaining area, laundry room, and a two car garage. Two entertaining terraces are in the rear of the home overlooking the private garden.
FEATURES AND AMENITIES MAIN LEVEL 2030 square feet Foyer with entry vestibule, mirrored wall, large coat closet, and half bath. Dining Room with fireplace and windows overlooking the rear garden and front of home. Living Room with fireplace and wall of windows. Sun Room with floor-to-ceiling glass folding doors leading to terrace and rear garden. Family Room with large windows overlooking the rear garden and fireplace. Gourmet Eat-In Kitchen with center island, custom Arclinea cabinetry, Miele dishwasher, Miele steam oven, Miele microwave, Miele convection oven, Miele 6-burner gas range, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, refrigerator drawers, and access to the rear garden and second entertaining terrace. SECOND LEVEL 1815 square feet Stairwell to second level with glass paneled railings and custom lighting. Master Suite with hardwood floors, fireplace, dual walk-in closets, master bath with heated floors, soaking tub, walk-in steam shower with rain fixture, dual vanities, heated towel rack, and large terrace. Second Bedroom Suite with walk-in closet, hardwood floors, full bath with heated floors and walk-in shower. Third Bedroom Suite with walk-in closet, hardwood floors, full bath with heated floors and walk-in shower. Fourth Bedroom with hardwood floors, large window, and closet. Fourth Full Bath with heated floors and walk-in shower. Fifth Bedroom/Library with built-in book shelving, fireplace, hardwood floors, and walk-in closet. LOWER LEVEL AND GARAGE 1928 square feet Open Entertaining Area with hardwood floors and kitchenette with custom Arclinea cabinetry, SubZero refrigerator, and sink. Sixth Bedroom Suite with hardwood floors and full bath with vanity, tiled floor, and walk-in shower. Sixth Full Bath with tiled floor, walk-in shower, and vanity. Laundry Room with Miele washer and dryer, sink, ample counter space, and walk-in storage closet. Three large storage closets. Access to the two car garage with large crawl space for storage. Gated access to street level. Under staircase area used a storage and mud room. OUTDOOR Two entertaining terraces: one off of the Sun Room and the other off of the kitchen, with slate stonework. Rear Garden surrounded by privacy landscaping. Mature landscaping shading the rear patios and garden. MISCELLANEOUS Tax ID: 2504//0008 2015 Taxes: $30,360 6 bedrooms (possible 7th bedroom in lower level), 6 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom. 5 fireplaces 2 zone HVAC with humidifier Stereo system installed throughout the main level Security video monitoring system Recessed Lutron lighting Intricate crown molding Hardwood floors throughout the home Energy Star rated appliances Water filter/softener throughout the house Photos courtesy of Gordon Beall and HomeVisit CYNTHIA L. HOWAR Realtor, Licensed in DC, MD & VA 202-297-6000 Cynthia.Howar@wfp.com
Original Waddy Wood Sketch CYNTHIA L. HOWAR Realtor, Licensed in DC, MD & VA Ranked Among "America's Top Real Estate Agents 2014" by Real Trends and Trulia 202-297-6000 Cynthia.Howar@wfp.com OFFERED AT $5,900,000 This material is based upon information which we consider reliable, but because it has been provided by third parties, we cannot represent that it is accurate or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such. This offering is subject to errors, omissions, changes, including price, or withdrawal without notice. 2016 HomeVisit WFP.COM 3201 New Mexico Avenue N.W., #220 Washington, DC 20016 202-944-5000