5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest

Closed 8/15/25

Last Sold Price

$2,000,000

4 beds4 baths3,414 sqft$586/sqft

5500 Broad Branch Rd NW, Washington, DC 20015

Description

One of Washington’s most iconic homes—featured twice by Architectural Digest—this fully restored modernist gem was the personal residence of renowned architect Pierre Paul Childs, meticulously brought back to life with care and vision. Originally designed in 1975, the “Round House” in Chevy Chase, DC is a singular architectural work—cylindrical in form and timeless in presence. First featured in the April 1978 issue of Architectural Digest, and again in Architectural Digest Pro in April 2022 after...One of Washington’s most iconic homes—featured twice by Architectural Digest—this fully restored modernist gem was the personal residence of renowned architect Pierre Paul Childs, meticulously brought back to life with care and vision. Originally designed in 1975, the “Round House” in Chevy Chase, DC is a singular architectural work—cylindrical in form and timeless in presence. First featured in the April 1978 issue of Architectural Digest, and again in Architectural Digest Pro in April 2022 after its restoration, this 3,300-square-foot residence reflects the soul of its original design while seamlessly embracing modern living. Just three blocks from Lafayette Elementary, this home is conveniently situated between Rock Creek Park and the amenities of Chevy Chase’s Connecticut Avenue corridor. "Childs, in one imaginative leap, has overcome the tradition by surrounding the 'basic box' with a cylinder. He has created a graceful tower poised among tall trees…" - Architectural Digest, 1978. Every inch of this home has been restored - honoring the architect’s intent while updating the materials and livability to today’s standards. The result is a retreat that feels at once playful, precise, and private. Inside, you’ll find restored vintage elements—curved walls and ceilings, chrome fixtures, teak cabinetry, ceramic penny tile, and custom brise-soleil windows—paired with thoughtful upgrades like wide white oak floors laid on the diagonal, Calacatta Gold marble flooring, repurposed mid-century built-ins, GE Café Modern Glass appliances, and smart lighting throughout. The soaring two-story living room, framed by nearly 20-foot stacked windows, creates a luminous central space ideal for entertaining. With concert-ready acoustics and room for 30 seated guests or larger receptions, it’s a showpiece designed for modern life. The circular form of the home continues to the rooftop, where views of the Washington Monument and National Cathedral frame an extraordinary outdoor living space of 1,100 sq. ft. Built-in cocktail tables, a circular hot tub, outdoor wet bar, dining for 16, and native planters make it a true urban oasis. Outside at ground level, the professionally landscaped backyard echoes the home’s architectural language, with custom fencing that mirrors its curves and clean lines. Stacked stone beds filled with native plantings create a layered, sculptural feel, while a fire pit adds a warm and welcoming focal point—perfect for evening gatherings under the stars. Not just a showstopper, this residence has been restored as a place to call home. Three bedrooms with additional room for guests, two en-suites, a fenced-in and naturally landscaped backyard, 360 degree corten steel fireplace for warmth from the main floor, home-office, interior and exterior storage, eat-in kitchen plus formal dining invite you to live, love, and play. Other highlights include hidden roll-out bar with uplit blue onyx stone for entertaining, three patio spaces, an insulated and temperature-controlled garage with EV charging, two laundry areas, a spacious play room that easily transforms into another bedroom, a gym or guest suite, owner’s suite with attached office encompassing the entire third level, multiple reading and resting nooks, and radiant natural light in every room—offering openness and privacy thanks to the home’s natural elevation. Constructed with commercial-grade structural standards including three steel columns and fully refinished stucco over curved wood formwork, and restored with artisanal precision, this home combines the simplicity of mid-century design with high-performance modern materials. Every space in this home was crafted for connection, creativity and comfort - an extraordinary place to grow, gather, and thrive.

LISTING CLOSED: 08/15/2025 12:00 AM

Listed by Judy G Cranford • Cranford & Associates
P: (202)-256-6694 judy@cranfordassociates.com

Property Details for 5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest

Status

Closed

MLS #

DCDC2210264

Days on Market

Taxes

$10,830 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1975

Lot Size

0.13 AC / 5,515 SF

County

District of Columbia

Tax ID Number

1995//0032

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

Contemporary

Levels/Stories

3.5

Waterfront

Garage

Yes

Subdivision

CHEVY CHASE

Subdivision

CHEVY CHASE (WASHINGTON DC)

Legal Subdivision

Chevy Chase

Total Parking Spaces

Central Air

Yes

Basement

Above Grade Finished SQFT

3,414.00

Above Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

Below Grade Finished SQFT

.00

Below Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

Below Grade Unfinished SQFT

.00

Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source

Assessor

Total Below Grade SQFT

.00

Total Below Grade SQFT Source

Assessor

New Construction

Property Condition

Excellent

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Building Information for 5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest

Stories-Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,515 SF

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Principal and Interest

$10,166

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest

Location

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

School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District County ID: 121140357950
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
Elementary School: LAFAYETTE (WASHINGTON DC)
ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
Middle Or Junior School: DEAL (WASHINGTON DC)
MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
High School: JACKSON-REED (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

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2024
Tax Assessed Value: $1,442,320

Year Assessed: 2024
County Tax: $0
Improvement Assessed Value: $792,050
City Town Tax: $10,830
Land Assessed Value: $650,270
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 0
Zoning: R
Tax Lot: 32
School Tax: $0
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 2

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 2

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1
# 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: 1
# Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

Rooms

Stories: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 3,414.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 3,414.00
Total SQFT: 3,414.00
Total SQFT Source: Assessor
Construction Materials: Stucco
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8040/0325/4180/804003254180_512_384_WM_nkSNLpUTOlJGwDEW.jpg
Foundation Details: Slab
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
# Bathrooms Full: 3
# Bathrooms Half: 1
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Soil Types: Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum

Fencing: Fully
Parcel ID: 16023909

Parking

Type Of Parking: Attached Garage
Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 1

Total Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access

Interior Features

Interior Features: Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Table Space, Skylight(s), Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, WhirlPool/HotTub, Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 2
Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Wood
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliances, Cooktop, Oven - Double, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Washer, Central Vacuum
Accessibility Features: Other
Laundry Type: Main Floor, Upper Floor

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Roof Deck, Stone Retaining Walls, Exterior Lighting
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Deck(s), Patio(s), Roof

Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air, Heat Pump(s)
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
List Agent URL: https://cranfordandassociates.xactsite.com/

Property History for 5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 15, 2025	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1909585009	$2,000,000	+10.1% / yr
Aug 15, 2025	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2210264	$2,000,000	—
Jul 15, 2025	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2210264		—
Jul 15, 2025	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2210264		—
Jul 11, 2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2210264	$2,000,000	—
Sep 4, 2020	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC462506	$1,240,000	—
Sep 2, 2020	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #679871159	$1,240,000	—
Jul 22, 2020	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC462506		—
Mar 20, 2020	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC462506	$1,450,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/15/2025	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1909585009	$2,000,000 +10.1% / yr
08/15/2025	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2210264	$2,000,000
07/15/2025	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2210264	—
07/15/2025	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2210264	—
07/11/2025	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2210264	$2,000,000
09/04/2020	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC462506	$1,240,000
09/02/2020	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #679871159	$1,240,000
07/22/2020	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC462506	—
03/20/2020	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC462506	$1,450,000

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

Public Records for 5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$650,270Additions$792,050Total$1,442,320

Tax Record2025$11,496 ($958 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,414 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,414 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,515 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975ZoningR-1BCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN1995 0032Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
10/10	Lafayette Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.2 mi
10/10	Deal Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.8 mi
7/10	Jackson-Reed High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.1 mi
8/10	Dorothy I. Height Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	2.4 mi
1/10	Garnet-Patterson Stay High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	3.9 mi
8/10	Duke Ellington School of the Arts	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	3.5 mi
NR	Blessed Sacrament Elementary School	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	0.5 mi
NR	The Episcopal Center for Children	Private - Nearby school	K to 7	0.6 mi
NR	St. John's College High School	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
10/10	Lafayette Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.2 mi
10/10	Deal Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.8 mi
7/10	Jackson-Reed High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.1 mi
8/10	Dorothy I. Height Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	2.4 mi
1/10	Garnet-Patterson Stay High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	3.9 mi
8/10	Duke Ellington School of the Arts Public9 to 12 Choice school	3.5 mi
NR	Blessed Sacrament Elementary School PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	0.5 mi
NR	The Episcopal Center for Children PrivateK to 7 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	St. John's College High School Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.7 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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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 5500 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$2,000,000	4	4	3,414	5,515
3501 Livingston Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$1,350,000	5	4	2,700	5,277
5508 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$1,200,000	4	3	3,486	9,240
5510 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$1,324,000	3	4	2,606	4,952
5503 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	–	5	4	2,221	4,755
3408 Livingston Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$1,274,000	4	4	2,458	6,840
5455 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	–	4	2	1,248	3,232
3404 Livingston Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$2,425,000	5	4	4,100	6,710
5509 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	–	3	3	3,669	6,766
5446 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$1,046,250	4	4	825	4,874
3400 Morrison Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$815,175	3	3	–	5,227
3503 1/2 Livingston Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	–	4	4	2,436	5,875
3404 Morrison Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	–	4	2	1,821	5,300
5442 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	$1,710,000	5	3	2,733	4,490
3416 Livingston Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	–	3	2	1,630	6,840
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