4740 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 204

Washington, DC 20008

$218,000
Price
1
Bed
823 Sq. Ft.
$265 / Sq. Ft.
823
Sq. Ft.
$265
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassActive Under Contract
Listed By CompassActive Under Contract
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Description

The best location, the best price. A cheerful, updated space in one of DC’s most beloved buildings - this is your moment. Welcome to this spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at The Essex, a full-service condominium in NW DC’s charming Wakefield neighborhood. Here, peaceful, tree-lined streets meet the buzz of Connecticut Avenue, with parks, restaurants, and local favorites just a short stroll away.
Inside, the unit shines with gleaming parquet floors and a sunny, open layout that includes a dedicated...The best location, the best price. A cheerful, updated space in one of DC’s most beloved buildings - this is your moment. Welcome to this spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at The Essex, a full-service condominium in NW DC’s charming Wakefield neighborhood. Here, peaceful, tree-lined streets meet the buzz of Connecticut Avenue, with parks, restaurants, and local favorites just a short stroll away.

Inside, the unit shines with gleaming parquet floors and a sunny, open layout that includes a dedicated entryway, spacious living and dining area, and big picture windows framing leafy views. The cheerful galley kitchen features an electric range, built-in microwave. No need to pick up a painbrush - the kitchen is perfect with fresh updates, bright lighting and warm finishes. The bathroom’s been stylishly updated too, making this space truly move-in ready.

The generously sized bedroom comes complete with a ceiling fan and plenty of light. Ample storage makes living here a breeze. Even better? The common laundry is just steps from your front door.

Up top? A rooftop deck with panoramic views of the city skyline and treetops, perfect for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or quiet evenings under the stars.

Amenities at The Essex include a 24-hour concierge, meeting room, and unbeatable location near Tenleytown and Forest Hills hot spots like Bread Furst, Sfoglina, Comet Ping Pong, Politics and Prose, and the Wilson Aquatic Center. Plus, you're just minutes from both the Van Ness UDC and Tenleytown AU Metro stations for easy access around the city.

Cute. Updated. Convenient. And now priced just right. Come see what’s waiting for you in your new life at The Essex.

Listing Agent

  1. Dana Rice

    Dana Rice

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    dana.rice@compass.com

    P: (202)-669-6908

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Property Details for 4740 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Unit 204

Tax ID Number
1978//2014
Ownership
Condominium
Condo Coop Association
Yes
HOA
No
Entry Floor Number
2
Structure Type
Unit/Flat/Apartment
Style
Transitional
Levels/Stories
1
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 02:09 PM

Property Details for 4740 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Unit 204

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #DCDC2205440
Days on Market167
Taxes$1,888 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees$940 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential / Condo
Year Built1956
CountyDistrict of Columbia

Location

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Building Information for 4740 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Unit 204

Building/ComplexThe EssexFloor-Stories7Residences166Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsNo PetsYear Built1956

Payment Calculator

$2,175 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,077

Property Taxes

$157

HOA Dues

$940

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Property Information for 4740 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Unit 204

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: MURCH (WASHINGTON DC)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: DEAL (WASHINGTON DC)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: WILSON SENIOR (WASHINGTON DC)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • 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
  • Condo Coop Name: The Essex
  • HOA Condo Coop Mgmt Type: Professional - On-site
  • HOA Condo Coop Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Electricity, Ext Bldg Maint, Gas, Heat, Management, Insurance, Reserve Funds, Trash, Water
  • HOA Condo Coop Amenities: Concierge
  • Senior Community: No
  • Type of Condo: Condo/Coop Association
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $319,430
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $223,600
  • City Town Tax: $1,888
  • Land Assessed Value: $95,830
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Zoning: R5C
  • Tax Lot: 2014
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
Rooms
  • Stories: Main
Building Info
Building Info
  • Building Units Total: 166
  • Total Finished SQFT: 823.00
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
  • Location Type: Urban
  • Parcel ID: 16023193
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Security Features: Desk in Lobby, Surveillance Sys, Main Entrance Lock
  • Laundry Type: Common
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Roof, Deck(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Horse: No
Utilities
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Oil
  • 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 4740 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Unit 204

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 8, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

—
Sep 10, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

$218,000—
Jul 11, 2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

$249,000—
Jun 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

$270,000—
Mar 24, 2006

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC122028

$295,000—
Feb 17, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #243779055

$295,000—
Jan 17, 2006

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC122028

—
Jan 13, 2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC122028

$299,900—
Nov 27, 2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC196268

$188,000—
Oct 19, 2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC196268

—
Sep 7, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC196268

$199,000—
Jan 25, 1999

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC282366

$79,800—
Dec 2, 1998

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC282366

—
Jun 16, 1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC282366

$84,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/08/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

—
09/10/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

$218,000
07/11/2025

Price Change

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

$249,000
06/27/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2205440

$270,000
03/24/2006

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC122028

$295,000
02/17/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #243779055

$295,000
01/17/2006

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC122028

—
01/13/2006

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC122028

$299,900
11/27/2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC196268

$188,000
10/19/2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC196268

—
09/07/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC196268

$199,000
01/25/1999

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC282366

$79,800
12/02/1998

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC282366

—
06/16/1998

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC282366

$84,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 4740 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Unit 204

Taxable ValueLand$95,830Additions$223,600Total$319,430
Tax Record2025$1,818 ($152 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt823 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt823 SqFtLot Size176 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1956ZoningRA3CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN1978 2014

Schools near 4740 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Unit 204

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Murch Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Deal Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jackson-Reed High School
Public - 9 to 12
Dorothy I. Height Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Murch Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Deal Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jackson-Reed High School
Public9 to 12

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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