3210 R St NW

Description
Discover the timeless elegance of 3210 R St NW, a historic Georgian estate steeped in Georgetown’s rich social and cultural legacy. Once home to prominent figures like yachtsman Walter S. Gubelmann, Pan Am founder Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney, Assistant Secretary of State Chandler Hale, and Supreme Court Justice Abe Fortas, this extraordinary property seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. Built in 1941, the estate sits on a beautifully landscaped 12,749 SF lot...Iconic Georgetown Estate
Discover the timeless elegance of 3210 R St NW, a historic Georgian estate steeped in Georgetown’s rich social and cultural legacy. Once home to prominent figures like yachtsman Walter S. Gubelmann, Pan Am founder Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney, Assistant Secretary of State Chandler Hale, and Supreme Court Justice Abe Fortas, this extraordinary property seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. Built in 1941, the estate sits on a beautifully landscaped 12,749 SF lot and spans four grand levels. A stately Federal-style facade and circular driveway lead to a striking foyer, where a black-and-white harlequin floor sets the tone for the home’s timeless refinement. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 7 baths, and exceptional architectural details—including soaring ceilings, four neo-classical fireplaces, and abundant natural light—every space exudes sophistication. Designed for grand entertaining, the banquet-sized dining room and brilliant sunroom overlook the terraces, lush gardens and saltwater pool. These interior spaces flow effortlessly, creating a perfect setting for gatherings both intimate and large, inside and out. The second-level, “piano nobile”, offers an expansive drawing room and an adjacent library, each graced with a neoclassical fireplace, providing elegant spaces for entertaining or retreat. On the third level, Georgetown’s largest primary suite awaits, complete with dual spa-like baths, two spacious walk-in closets, and a private salon. The south-facing garden is a hidden oasis, featuring curated landscaping, stone pathways surrounding the 20 x 40 salt-water pool and multiple terraces ideal for year-round enjoyment. Additional highlights include a two-car garage, an elevator, and a versatile lower level in-law suite. This extraordinary residence is more than a home—it is a legacy of history, beauty, and luxury, offering an unparalleled lifestyle in the heart of Georgetown
- Listed by MARTHA B SLAGLE • TTR Sotheby's International RealtyP: (301)-844-8553 mslagle@ttrsir.com
Property Details for 3210 R Street Northwest
Property Details for 3210 R Street Northwest
| Status | Closed |
|---|---|
| MLS # | DCDC2159076 |
| Days on Market | 105 |
| Taxes | $118,809 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Property Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Fee Simple |
| Year Built | 1941 |
| Lot Size | 0.29 AC / 12,749 SF |
| County | District of Columbia |
Location
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Building Information for 3210 R Street Northwest
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Property Information for 3210 R Street Northwest
- In City Limits: Yes
- Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
- School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121140357950
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: WASHINGTON
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: None
- HOA Condo Coop Amenities: None
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Assessed Value: $13,976,850
- Year Assessed: 2024
- Improvement Assessed Value: $11,001,740
- City Town Tax: $118,809
- Land Assessed Value: $2,975,110
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Municipal Trash: Yes
- Land Use Code: 0
- Loss Mitigation Fee: No
- Agricultural Tax Due: No
- Historic: No
- Zoning: R-19
- Tax Lot: 88
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
- TaxDataUpdatedYN: No
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 5
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 7
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 6
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
- Stories: Main
- Year Major Reno Remodel: 2010
- Total Finished SQFT: 8,048.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 8,048.00
- Total SQFT: 9,640.00
- Total SQFT Source: Assessor
- Floors In Unit Count: 4
- Elevators Count: 1
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Basement Type: Combination, Daylight, Full, English, Heated, Improved, Outside Entrance, Side Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows, Daylight, Partial, Connecting Stairway
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bedrooms-Main Level-4, Bedrooms-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-4, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-5, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-6, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 6
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
- Road Surface Type: Alley, Stone
- Fencing: Decorative, Fully, Rear
- Parcel ID: 16003896
- Additional Parcels: No
- Type Of Parking: Driveway
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 4
- Fireplace Features: Other
- Appliances: Commercial Range, Central Vacuum, Intercom, Water Heater, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Washer - Front Loading, Stainless Steel Appliances, Six Burner Stove, Refrigerator, Oven - Double, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Exhaust Fan, ENERGY STAR Dishwasher, Dual Flush Toilets, Dryer - Front Loading
- Accessibility Features: Elevator
- Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Skylights, Wood Frame
- Laundry Type: Has Laundry
- Spa: No
- Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Patio(s), Terrace
- Pool: Yes - Personal
- Personal Pool Features: Above Ground, Concrete, Saltwater
- Horse: No
- Utilities: Under Ground, Natural Gas Available, Electric Available
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Hot Water: Electric
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Septic
- List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
Property History for 3210 R Street Northwest
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1550237865 | $12,500,000 | +0.8% / yr |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | $12,500,000 | — |
| Dec 26, 2024 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | — | |
| Dec 26, 2024 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | — | |
| Dec 14, 2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | $13,500,000 | — |
| Sep 13, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | $14,500,000 | — |
| Sep 6, 2024 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2123682 | — | |
| Aug 30, 2024 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2123682 | — | |
| Jan 11, 2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2123682 | $15,000,000 | — |
| Oct 1, 2020 | Expired BRIGHT #DCDC460006 | — | |
| Aug 31, 2020 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC460006 | — | |
| Feb 26, 2020 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC460006 | $15,500,000 | — |
| Dec 6, 2010 | Closed BRIGHT #1005083822 | $11,111,111 | — |
| Dec 6, 2010 | Pending BRIGHT #1005083822 | — | |
| Dec 6, 2010 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005083822 | $11,111,111 | — |
| Nov 29, 2010 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #302386294 | $11,111,111 | — |
| Jun 30, 1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC303008 | $1,400,000 | — |
| Mar 3, 1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC303008 | — | |
| Jan 30, 1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC303008 | $1,695,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 01/31/2025 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1550237865 | $12,500,000 +0.8% / yr |
| 01/31/2025 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | $12,500,000 |
| 12/26/2024 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | — |
| 12/26/2024 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | — |
| 12/14/2024 | Price Change BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | $13,500,000 |
| 09/13/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2159076 | $14,500,000 |
| 09/06/2024 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC2123682 | — |
| 08/30/2024 | Temp Off Market BRIGHT #DCDC2123682 | — |
| 01/11/2024 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2123682 | $15,000,000 |
| 10/01/2020 | Expired BRIGHT #DCDC460006 | — |
| 08/31/2020 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC460006 | — |
| 02/26/2020 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC460006 | $15,500,000 |
| 12/06/2010 | Closed BRIGHT #1005083822 | $11,111,111 |
| 12/06/2010 | Pending BRIGHT #1005083822 | — |
| 12/06/2010 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1005083822 | $11,111,111 |
| 11/29/2010 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #302386294 | $11,111,111 |
| 06/30/1997 | Closed BRIGHT #DCDC303008 | $1,400,000 |
| 03/03/1997 | Pending BRIGHT #DCDC303008 | — |
| 01/30/1997 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC303008 | $1,695,000 |
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Public Records for 3210 R Street Northwest
Schools near 3210 R Street 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 |
|---|---|---|
Hyde-Addison 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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