2008 R St NW
Washington, DC 20009

$2,250,000

Last Sold Price

Beds

Baths

3,976 Sq. Ft.

$566 / Sq. Ft.

3,976

Sq. Ft.

$566

per Sq. Ft.

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Closed 8/28/25

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Description

Welcome to 2008 R Street NW, a distinguished brownstone in the heart of Kalorama—one of Washington, DC’s most prestigious and picturesque neighborhoods. Originally commissioned in 1886 by Benjamin H. Warder, the agricultural magnate whose company later became part of International Harvester, this stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence blends the grandeur of a bygone era with tasteful contemporary updates. The classic stone façade and wide entry steps usher you into a world of architectural refinement....Welcome to 2008 R Street NW, a distinguished brownstone in the heart of Kalorama—one of Washington, DC’s most prestigious and picturesque neighborhoods. Originally commissioned in 1886 by Benjamin H. Warder, the agricultural magnate whose company later became part of International Harvester, this stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom residence blends the grandeur of a bygone era with tasteful contemporary updates. The classic stone façade and wide entry steps usher you into a world of architectural refinement. Inside, soaring 11-foot ceilings, original millwork, heart of pine floors, and preserved details like antique doorknobs and radiator grates reflect the home’s rich history. A gracious formal entry gives way to expansive entertaining spaces on both the main and upper levels, including a large first-floor reception room/office with handsome fireplace, mirrors and even larger second-floor living room with handsome built-ins, its own fireplace, recessed lighting, and wonderful flow to the kitchen, dining room, and private deck beyond. A first-floor bedroom suite enjoys elevator access and its own private covered deck. The kitchen, warm and functional with south facing windows, offers plentiful storage, a sunny breakfast room, LG appliances, the same character-rich pine floors underfoot, and a convenient powder room. Upstairs, the owner’s suite is a retreat of modern indulgence: a fully renovated marble wet room with dual rain showers and a double vanity adds a spa-like sensibility. Additional bathrooms have also been updated, while the lower level features a fully renovated and separately metered one-bedroom unit with a Certificate of Occupancy, perfect for rental income or extended-stay guests. The top floor offers a bonus studio or bedroom space with excellent light and elevated views—ideal for creative pursuits or a hidden home office. Thoughtfully updated for modern living, the home features a rare private elevator with access from the parking spaces and stops on each of the 3 main living levels. Keep the location and ditch the steps! The HVAC was newly serviced and fastidious maintenance performed on all systems, plus there is a new hot water heater. Two-car/three-car parking and generous walk-in attic storage add function and daily convenience. Set just off Connecticut Avenue and moments from the metro, Dupont Circle, Mitchell Park, Rock Creek trails, P Street Beach, and a vibrant mix of restaurants, cafes, and shops, this location offers quintessential DC walkability and charm. Nestled among tree-lined streets and embassies, the home provides an ideal urban sanctuary. Steeped in history yet wholly livable for today, 2008 R Street NW is a unique offering in a neighborhood that epitomizes the very best of Washington, DC. For those seeking storied architecture, thoughtful upgrades, and an unbeatable location, this is the one.

Listed by Jeffrey M Wilson • TTR Sotheby's International Realty
P: (301)-442-8533 jeff.wilson@sir.com
Listed by Hugh McDermott • TTR Sotheby's International Realty
P: (781)-608-9054 hmcdermott@ttrsir.com

Property Details for 2008 R Street Northwest

Tax ID Number

0093//0132

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Interior Row/Townhouse

Style

Victorian

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

LISTING UPDATED: 08/29/2025 05:51 PM

Property Details for 2008 R Street Northwest

Status	Closed
MLS #	DCDC2191690
Days on Market	59
Taxes	$18,976 / year
HOA Fees	-
Condo/Co-op Fees	-
Compass Type	Townhouse
MLS Type	Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built	1900
Lot Size	0.04 AC / 1,633 SF
County	District of Columbia

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Building Information for 2008 R Street Northwest

Stories5Residences-Year Built1900Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,633 SF

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$10,966

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Property Information for 2008 R Street Northwest

Location

In City Limits: Yes
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile

School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District County ID: 121140357950
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
County: WASHINGTON

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

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2024
Tax Assessed Value: $2,248,000

Year Assessed: 2024
County Tax: $0
Improvement Assessed Value: $1,488,650
City Town Tax: $18,976
Land Assessed Value: $759,350
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 0
Historic: No
Zoning: RA-2/DC
Tax Lot: 132
School Tax: $0
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 2
# Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 1

Upper Level 1

# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 1

Upper Level 2

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2

Upper Level 3

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1

All Lower Levels

# Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 1
# Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1

Rooms

Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2, Upper 3

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 3,976.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,976.00
Total SQFT: 4,084.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Elevators Count: 1
Construction Materials: Stone, Brick
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8037/9044/0674/803790440674_512_384_WM_z9pLB1HjTfS7Moqp.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings
Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Basement Type: Fully Finished, Front Entrance, Rear Entrance
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 3-1
# Bathrooms Full: 4
# Bathrooms Half: 1
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum, Urban Land Not Rated

Parcel ID: 15967316

Parking

Type Of Parking: Off Street
Off Street - # of Spaces: 2

Interior Features

Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Attic
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 3
Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater, Range Hood
Accessibility Features: Elevator
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector, Window Grills
Door Features: French
Window Features: Transom, Skylights
Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Lower Floor
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://listings.hdbros.com/sites/pnpegob/unbranded

Exterior Features

Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Hot Water, 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
List Agent URL: www.JeffWilsonDC.com

Property History for 2008 R Street Northwest

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 28, 2025	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1915360815	$2,250,000	—
Aug 28, 2025	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	$2,250,000	—
Jun 20, 2025	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2191690		—
Jun 20, 2025	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2191690		—
May 28, 2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	$2,395,000	—
Apr 23, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	$2,495,000	—
Jul 3, 2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #11014886984	$2,250,000	—
Jul 3, 2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1514886984	$2,250,000	+1.7% / yr
Jul 3, 2023	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2097016	$2,250,000	—
Jun 4, 2023	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2097016		—
Jun 4, 2023	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2097016		—
May 22, 2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2097016	$2,295,000	—
Apr 12, 2023	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2089016		—
Apr 12, 2023	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2070260		—
Mar 22, 2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2089016	$2,390,000	—
Mar 3, 2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2070260	$2,390,000	—
Feb 19, 2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2070260		—
Feb 2, 2023	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2070260		—
Oct 7, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2070260	$2,495,000	—
Sep 20, 2019	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC441668	$1,995,000	—
Sep 20, 2019	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC425420	$1,995,000	—
Sep 10, 2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC441668	$1,995,000	—
May 4, 2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC425420	$1,995,000	—
May 1, 2018	Expired BRIGHT #1000402310	$2,995,000	—
Apr 16, 2018	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000402310	$2,995,000	—
Jul 22, 2016	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008197518		—
Jun 4, 2016	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008197518	$1,860,000	—
Oct 22, 2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009852472	$1,870,000	—
Oct 22, 2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009852472		—
Jul 20, 2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009852472	$1,775,000	—
Jan 30, 2012	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009186180	$1,395,000	—
Jan 30, 2012	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009186180		—
Aug 1, 2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009186180	$1,450,000	—
Apr 26, 2010	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009077798		—
Apr 9, 2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009077798	$1,550,000	—
Mar 27, 2006	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243778893	$1,690,000	—
Mar 27, 2006	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC175970	$1,690,000	—
Jan 1, 2006	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC175970		—
Jul 7, 2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC175970	$1,650,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/28/2025	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1915360815	$2,250,000
08/28/2025	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	$2,250,000
06/20/2025	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	—
06/20/2025	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	—
05/28/2025	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	$2,395,000
04/23/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2191690	$2,495,000
07/03/2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #11014886984	$2,250,000
07/03/2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1514886984	$2,250,000 +1.7% / yr
07/03/2023	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2097016	$2,250,000
06/04/2023	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2097016	—
06/04/2023	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2097016	—
05/22/2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2097016	$2,295,000
04/12/2023	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2089016	—
04/12/2023	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2070260	—
03/22/2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2089016	$2,390,000
03/03/2023	Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2070260	$2,390,000
02/19/2023	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2070260	—
02/02/2023	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2070260	—
10/07/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2070260	$2,495,000
09/20/2019	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC441668	$1,995,000
09/20/2019	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC425420	$1,995,000
09/10/2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC441668	$1,995,000
05/04/2019	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC425420	$1,995,000
05/01/2018	Expired BRIGHT #1000402310	$2,995,000
04/16/2018	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1000402310	$2,995,000
07/22/2016	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008197518	—
06/04/2016	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008197518	$1,860,000
10/22/2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009852472	$1,870,000
10/22/2013	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009852472	—
07/20/2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009852472	$1,775,000
01/30/2012	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009186180	$1,395,000
01/30/2012	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009186180	—
08/01/2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009186180	$1,450,000
04/26/2010	Withdrawn BRIGHT #1009077798	—
04/09/2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1009077798	$1,550,000
03/27/2006	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #243778893	$1,690,000
03/27/2006	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC175970	$1,690,000
01/01/2006	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC175970	—
07/07/2005	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC175970	$1,650,000

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Public Records for 2008 R Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$759,350Additions$1,488,650Total$2,248,000

Tax Record2025$19,108 ($1,592 / month)

Home Facts

Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,880 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,880 SqFtStories4Lot Size1,633 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1900Year Renovated2020ZoningRA-2/DCCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN0093 0132Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2008 R Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	0.5 mi
2/10	Cardozo Education Campus	Public - Serves this home	6 to 12	1.2 mi
4/10	Bard High School Early College DC (Bard DC)	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	6.3 mi
NR	River Terrace Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	3 to 12	4.8 mi
4/10	Ron Brown College Preparatory High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	6.1 mi
NR	Ballou STAY High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	5.7 mi
NR	Fusion Academy Wdc: Washington D.C.	Private - Nearby school	6 to 12	0.2 mi
NR	Owl School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	1.0 mi
NR	St. Augustine School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	School Without Walls @ Francis-Stevens PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	0.5 mi
2/10	Cardozo Education Campus Public6 to 12 Serves this home	1.2 mi
4/10	Bard High School Early College DC (Bard DC) Public9 to 12 Nearby school	6.3 mi
NR	River Terrace Elementary School Public3 to 12 Nearby school	4.8 mi
4/10	Ron Brown College Preparatory High School Public9 to 12 Nearby school	6.1 mi
NR	Ballou STAY High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	5.7 mi
NR	Fusion Academy Wdc: Washington D.C. Private6 to 12 Nearby school	0.2 mi
NR	Owl School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	1.0 mi
NR	St. Augustine School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.8 mi

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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