2224 Observatory Place Northwest
Description
As you step inside, you’re greeted by a warm and inviting living space that flows seamlessly into the open-concept dining and kitchen areas. French doors open to a small deck and lovely backyard featuring a paver patio surrounded by a garden. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms...Sited on a quiet, one-way street in the cherished neighborhood of Glover Park, this charming and thoughtfully designed townhouse provides timeless character, modern functionality and close proximity to everyday conveniences.
As you step inside, you’re greeted by a warm and inviting living space that flows seamlessly into the open-concept dining and kitchen areas. French doors open to a small deck and lovely backyard featuring a paver patio surrounded by a garden. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms and an updated bathroom. A family/recreation room in the basement, full bath and laundry complete this home with each room providing thoughtful proportions.
Located in a vibrant neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets, hiking trails through Glover-Archbold Park, and proximity to local favorites like Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, award winning schools, and a variety of dining and retail options, this is your chance to embrace the Glover Park community and lifestyle.
Location
Property Information for 2224 Observatory Place Northwest
Property Details
- Property Type: Townhouse
- MLS Type: Residential Lease / Other
- Year Built: 1938
- Lot Size: 0.03 AC / 1,285 SF
- County: District of Columbia
- Tax ID Number: 1301//1235
- Ownership: Other
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Style: Colonial
- Levels/Stories: 3
- Waterfront: No
- Garage: No
- Expected On Market Date: 08-21-2026
- Subdivision: GLOVER PARK
- Subdivision: GLOVER PARK (WASHINGTON DC)
- Legal Subdivision: Glover Park
- Central Air: No
- Basement: Yes
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,020.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: 380.00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: 130.00
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: 510.00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
- New Construction: No
- Property Condition: Very Good
Building Information
- Building/Complex: 2224 Observatory Pl Nw
- Stories: 3
- Pet Policy: Allowed
- Pet Policy Details: Case by Case Basis
- Year Built: 1938
- Lot Size: 0.03 AC / 1,285 SF
Location
- Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: STODDERT (WASHINGTON DC)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: HARDY (WASHINGTON DC)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: MACARTHUR (WASHINGTON DC)
- HighSchoolSource: 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
- Property Manager Y/N: Yes
- Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
- Land Use Code: 0
- Historic: No
- Zoning: SEE ZONING MAPD
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
- Date Available: 08-01-2026
- Security Deposit: $4,700
- Minimum Lease in Months: 24
- Maximum Lease in Months: 48
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Case by Case Basis
- Pet Deposit: $500
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Water, Internet
- Application Fee: $40
- LeaseLink URL: https://apply.link/jPf1pqU
- Rent Spree Online Application: Yes
Rooms
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 1,400.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,400.00
- Total SQFT: 1,530.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Main Entrance Orientation: East
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Roof: Flat
- Wall and Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Fully Carpeted
- Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Full
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 2
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Parcel ID: 16130368
Parking
- Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Wood Floors, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: No
- Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Accessibility Features: None
- Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Exterior Features
- Pool: No Pool
Utilities
- Utilities: Cable TV Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Electric Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: None
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
- Internet Services: DSL, Cable, Broadband, Fiber Optic, Satellite
Confidential Data
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
Property History for 2224 Observatory Place Northwest
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2274544 | $4,700 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2274544 | $4,700 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 2224 Observatory Place Northwest
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 11 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Stoddert Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Hardy Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
MacArthur High School Public9 to 11 | ||
Duke Ellington School of the Arts 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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