2740 Chain Bridge Rd NW

$6,495,000
Price
5
Beds
6,450 Sq. Ft.
$1,007 / Sq. Ft.
6,450
Sq. Ft.
$1,007
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Branching off the prestigious Chain Bridge Road NW is a hidden private drive. The hedge-lined path meanders through verdant foliage to reveal a walled, circular pea gravel motor court upon which sits an elegant estate home. Evoking cues from the most vaunted European country homes – part Tuscan villa and part French provincial – the estate was created from the ground up by its visionary owner-developer. Constructed out of cinder block with thick walls and a recently refinished triple-coat stucco...Branching off the prestigious Chain Bridge Road NW is a hidden private drive. The hedge-lined path meanders through verdant foliage to reveal a walled, circular pea gravel motor court upon which sits an elegant estate home. Evoking cues from the most vaunted European country homes – part Tuscan villa and part French provincial – the estate was created from the ground up by its visionary owner-developer. Constructed out of cinder block with thick walls and a recently refinished triple-coat stucco exterior, the home is a true fortress of luxury. Stepping beneath the lofty portico and through arched double doors reveals the grand gallery, spanning the entire depth of the home. Hand-painted in a striking faux green finish by British artist Malcolm Robson to complement refinished herringbone floors, it sets the tone for the formal spaces. Soaring 11-foot ceilings, 8-foot solid mahogany doors, and elaborate P. E. Guérin hardware — including custom windows with crémone fittings — are testaments to the level of detail throughout. The formal living room boasts custom plaster crown molding and an 18th-century French limestone fireplace mantle. Spanning 32 feet, it opens onto the rear terrace via twin sets of French doors. A 19th-century French marble fireplace mantle anchors the formal dining room, enhanced by mahogany paneling and Braquenié curtains in the La Rivière Enchantée pattern. Recently expanded, the chef’s kitchen is divided into prep and cooking areas: one traditional, the other contemporary. Viking, Sub-Zero, Miele, and Gaggenau appliances represent top-of-the-line offerings, including six burners. A mahogany breakfast room completes the main level. A vestibule leads to the upper-level primary wing. The bedroom features a raised pearl white ceiling and 18th-century Braquenié Le Grand Génois floral-patterned padded walls. The bath offers checkered marble floors, dual vanities, a jetted soaking tub, walk-in shower, and separate water closet. A wraparound dressing room with built-ins and track lighting completes the suite. Two additional ensuite bedrooms are uniquely styled. The large lower-level recreation room opens through three sets of French doors to a parklike rear lawn. The exterior features a covered flagstone terrace, central lawn, al fresco dining area, and a custom stone pond set against a pergola with lattice fencing. Privacy is enhanced by a bamboo enclosure. A fourth bedroom with kitchenette and full bath can serve as a suite, with laundry and storage nearby. HVAC systems include a 2023 Carrier unit for the main and lower levels, and a heat pump for the upper level. The hot water heater was replaced in 2024. A central vacuum system and new main-level glazing further enhance comfort. Across the motor court is a separate carriage house with an inlaid cobblestone entrance, three-car garage, workshop, storage space, and trash room. Upstairs, the guest suite includes a kitchenette, full bath, living area, washer/dryer, dedicated HVAC, and private terrace. Passionately designed, meticulously crafted, and situated in one of Washington’s most coveted enclaves, 2740 Chain Bridge Road NW is more than an estate — it is a masterwork of timeless European elegance and enduring architectural integrity. Rarely does a residence so completely embody privacy, provenance, and purpose. This is a home for the discerning few — a legacy property that will continue to inspire for generations to come.

Property Details for 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest

Tax ID Number
1409//0853
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Other
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 10/17/2025 02:58 PM

Property Details for 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest

StatusActive
MLS #DCDC2227700
Days on Market59
Taxes$24,233 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1989
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia

Location

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Building Information for 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest

Stories3Year Built1989Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,325 SF

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$34,114 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$32,094

Property Taxes

$2,019

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 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: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $3,051,690
  • City Town Tax: $24,233
  • Zoning: SEE DC ZONING WEBSITE
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 4
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full 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
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 6,450.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 6,450.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Basement Type: Walkout Level, Fully Finished
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 5
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Parcel ID: 16131191
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Covered Parking
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 3
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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: danielheider.com

Property History for 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2227700

$6,495,000
Oct 15, 2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC2198232

Apr 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2198232

$6,920,000
Mar 28, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #243728611

$2,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2227700

$6,495,000
10/15/2025

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC2198232

04/30/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2198232

$6,920,000
03/28/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #243728611

$2,500,000

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Public Records for 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$915,440Additions$2,136,250Total$3,051,690
Tax Record2025$25,868 ($2,156 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,700 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,700 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,108 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1989ZoningR-1A/CBUTCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN1409 0853Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 10
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Key Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hardy Middle School
Public6 to 8

MacArthur High School
Public9 to 10

Duke Ellington School of the Arts
Public9 to 12

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2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest is a single family home for sale in Washington, DC 20016. This property was listed for sale on October 16, 2025 by TTR Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $6,495,000. It has been on the market for a total of 59 days and was last sold on March 28, 2005. This listing's school district is District Of Columbia Public Schools. Nearby schools include Key Elementary School, Hardy Middle School and MacArthur High School. 2740 Chain Bridge Road Northwest is a 5-bed, 6-bath, 6,450 sqft single family home built in 1989.

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