Set on a quiet, tree-lined stretch of Bellevue Terrace, 2820 Bellevue Terrace NW is located at the intersection of the Cleveland Park and Observatory Circle/Cathedral Heights neighborhoods, offering a peaceful residential setting with convenient access to Northwest Washington amenities. The home is located near the National Cathedral, Rock Creek Park, and the commercial corridors of Wisconsin and Massachusetts Avenues, providing easy access to schools, parks, dining, shopping, and public transportation. This early 20th-century residence has been thoughtfully updated to support modern living while preserving its original architectural character. The interior offers well-proportioned living and entertaining spaces with generous natural light and a functional, flowing layout. The main level includes a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a well-appointed kitchen, and a dining area overlooking the rear garden, along with a powder room. The second level features a primary suite with a Waterworks bathroom, two additional bedrooms with en-suite baths, and a laundry room. The third level offers two additional bedrooms and a hall bath, allowing flexible use. The lower level expands the living space with a large family room featuring a gas fireplace and wet bar, an additional bedroom, a full bathroom, and a storage room. Hardwood floors extend throughout the home, and guest bathrooms are finished with Restoration Hardware fixtures. Outdoor features include a covered front porch, a rear flagstone patio with pergola, a landscaped garden, and a two-car off-street flagstone parking pad. This property presents a balanced combination of classic design, modern updates, and a desirable Northwest DC location.
For sale
$2,375,000
2820 Bellevue Ter NW, Washington, DC 20007
5beds
3,776sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
3,900 Square Feet Lot
$2,284,800 Zestimate®
$629/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Laundry roomCovered front porchFunctional flowing layoutWell-appointed kitchenLandscaped gardenGenerous natural light
- 39 days |
- 1,937 |
- 61 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 19, 2026 at 04:41am
Listed by:
Marco Stilli 202-255-1552,
TTR Sotheby's International Realty,
Co-Listing Agent: Reed M Haynie 202-302-8726,
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: DCDC2243286
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Storage room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Molding, Kitchen - Gourmet, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Marble, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Double Hung, Wood Frames
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,776
- Total interior livable area: 3,776 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,846
- Finished area below ground: 930
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Surface, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 3,900 Square Feet
- Features: Rear Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard, Corner Lot, Suburban, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1813//0049
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Fiber Optic, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Electric Alarm
- Subdivision: Observatory Circle
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $629/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,089,350
- Annual tax amount: $16,689
- Date on market: 2/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$2,284,800
$2.17M - $2.40M
$8,094/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,375,000+21.8%$629/sqft |
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| 12/21/2020 | Sold | $1,950,000-2.3%$516/sqft |
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| 11/8/2020 | Pending sale | $1,995,000$528/sqft |
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| 9/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000-9.1%$528/sqft |
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| 5/6/2020 | Listing removed | $2,195,000$581/sqft |
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| 11/7/2019 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000-4.6%$581/sqft |
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| 6/29/2019 | Listing removed | $2,300,000$609/sqft |
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| 4/11/2019 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000+100%$609/sqft |
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| 9/5/2018 | Sold | $1,150,000-50%$305/sqft |
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| 4/19/2018 | Listing removed | $2,299,000$609/sqft |
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| 3/30/2018 | Price change | $2,299,000+9.5%$609/sqft |
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| 2/24/2018 | Price change | $2,099,000-6.7%$556/sqft |
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| 2/22/2018 | Price change | $2,249,000-2.2%$596/sqft |
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| 11/16/2017 | Listed for sale | $2,299,000+99.9%$609/sqft |
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| 1/3/2017 | Sold | $1,150,000-4.1%$305/sqft |
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| 12/1/2016 | Pending sale | $1,199,000$318/sqft |
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| 12/1/2016 | Price change | $1,199,000-7.8%$318/sqft |
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| 8/31/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000$344/sqft |
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| 7/13/2016 | Listing removed | $1,300,000$344/sqft |
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| 6/24/2016 | Price change | $1,300,000+18.3%$344/sqft |
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| 4/28/2016 | Price change | $1,099,000-8.4%$291/sqft |
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| 4/23/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$318/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,689 +2.6% | $2,053,210 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $16,267 +0.8% | $2,000,760 +1% |
| 2023 | $16,130 +1.6% | $1,981,660 +1.8% |
| 2022 | $15,884 +50.9% | $1,947,350 -7.5% |
| 2021 | $10,529 -19.9% | $2,104,580 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $13,143 +225.9% | $2,101,930 +105.6% |
| 2018 | $4,032 +6.5% | $1,022,130 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $3,785 +5.8% | $963,150 +5.4% |
| 2016 | $3,579 +4.1% | $913,860 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $3,439 +6.7% | $880,470 +6.3% |
| 2014 | $3,221 +0.8% | $828,190 +0.9% |
| 2013 | $3,196 -1.5% | $821,040 -1.2% |
| 2012 | $3,243 | $830,620 |
| 2011 | $3,243 +0.1% | $830,620 -8.6% |
| 2010 | $3,240 +10% | $908,400 -2% |
| 2009 | $2,946 +15.6% | $926,470 +5% |
| 2007 | $2,549 +5.2% | $882,580 +13% |
| 2006 | $2,423 -17.3% | $780,770 +13.7% |
| 2005 | $2,931 +12% | $686,520 +11.7% |
| 2004 | $2,617 +12% | $614,380 +5.4% |
| 2003 | $2,337 +25% | $583,010 +39% |
| 2002 | $1,869 +24.1% | $419,432 +22% |
| 2001 | $1,506 | $343,797 |
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Est. payment
$13,534/mo
Principal & interest
$12248
Property taxes
$1286
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cathedral Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Stoddert Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Hardy Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10MacArthur High SchoolGrades: 9-10Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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