1857 California St NW

Washington, DC 20009

$2,020,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,215 Sq. Ft.
$628 / Sq. Ft.
3,215
Sq. Ft.
$628
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/12/24Virtual Tour
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Description

Welcome to 1857 California St NW, a meticulously maintained Federal-style townhouse located in the sought-after Kalorama neighborhood. Thoughtfully updated throughout the years, this townhouse offers luxury living while preserving historic charm. The main level boasts multiple generous living and dining areas, including a spacious, south-facing living room with fireplace, formal dining room with access to the rear garden, and a large kitchen and breakfast nook with double-height ceiling and skylight....Welcome to 1857 California St NW, a meticulously maintained Federal-style townhouse located in the sought-after Kalorama neighborhood. Thoughtfully updated throughout the years, this townhouse offers luxury living while preserving historic charm. The main level boasts multiple generous living and dining areas, including a spacious, south-facing living room with fireplace, formal dining room with access to the rear garden, and a large kitchen and breakfast nook with double-height ceiling and skylight. A grand central staircase leads upstairs, where you find the colossal primary suite, complete with a seating area, oversize walk-in custom closet, and updated en-suite bathroom. 3 guest bedrooms and a 2nd full bathroom round out the upper levels, providing ample space for relaxation and privacy. In the rear of the home is a lush, multi-level garden with a spacious patio and detached 2-car garage. This home offers the best of both worlds—proximity to nearby dining, shopping, and Metro stations, along with the tranquility of a residential neighborhood.
  1. Listed by Evan Callihan • Compass
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Property Details for 1857 California Street Northwest

Tax ID Number
2554//0084
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Federal
Levels/Stories
4
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/12/2024 01:18 PM

Property Details for 1857 California Street Northwest

StatusClosed
MLS #DCDC2143830
Days on Market7
Taxes$14,622 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1910
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,000 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia
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Building Information for 1857 California Street Northwest

Stories4Residences-Year Built1910Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,000 SF

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Property Information for 1857 California Street Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: OYSTER-ADAMS BILINGUAL SCHOOL (WASHINGTON DC)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: OYSTER-ADAMS BILINGUAL SCHOOL (WASHINGTON DC)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: JACKSON-REED (WASHINGTON DC)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,720,280
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $809,120
  • City Town Tax: $14,622
  • Land Assessed Value: $911,160
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: RA-2
  • Tax Lot: 84
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Basement, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 6
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level: Upper 2
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 8
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Basement
  • Room Level: Lower 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,215.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,215.00
  • Total SQFT: 4,535.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Main Entrance Orientation: South
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Metal
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8031/4056/8682/803140568682_512_384_WM_4klkZfGXOncHVIXa.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Front Entrance, Rear Entrance, English
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 2
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Private
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Fencing: Rear
  • Parcel ID: 16034472
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Features: Garage - Rear Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Built-In Microwave
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Electric Alarm
  • Window Features: Skylights
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://player.vimeo.com/video/955074915
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1857 California Street Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 12, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1536600940

$2,020,000

+3.4% / yr

Jul 12, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2143830

$2,020,000—
Jun 14, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2143830

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/12/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1536600940

$2,020,000

+3.4% / yr

07/12/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2143830

$2,020,000
06/14/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2143830

—

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Public Records for 1857 California Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$941,010Additions$879,990Total$1,821,000
Tax Record2025$15,478 ($1,290 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,782 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,782 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,000 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1910Year Renovated2014ZoningRA-2CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN2554 0084Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1857 California Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oyster-Adams Bilingual School
Public - PK to 8
Jackson-Reed High School
Public - 9 to 12
Benjamin Banneker High School
Public - 9 to 12
School Without Walls High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Oyster-Adams Bilingual School
PublicPK to 8

Jackson-Reed High School
Public9 to 12

Benjamin Banneker High School
Public9 to 12

School Without Walls High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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