Real Estate

The Most Expensive Homes Sold in Washington in December

Including a 12,000-square-foot estate in McLean and a historic Georgetown home.

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Where: 2950 Chain Bridge Road., NW

How much: $5,050,000

Listing agent: Nancy W. Taylor Bubes, Washington Fine Properties

Buyer’s agent: Dorothea Clark, Washington Fine Properties

This custom stone residence, which is approximately 10,000 square feet, is in DC’s Kent neighborhood, directly opposite Battery Kemble Park. The home’s outdoor amenities include a 46-by-18-foot pool, an outdoor sauna, a covered terrace, and multiple entertaining spaces. Inside, the expansive interiors feature a gourmet eat-in kitchen and a cathedral-ceilinged primary bedroom suite.


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Courtesy of Michael Rankin


Where: 2121 Leroy Pl.,  NW

How much: $5,375,000

Listing agent: Michael W. Rankin, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Buyer’s agent: Russell A. Firestone III,TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

This 1911 Kalorama residence combines historic London townhouse detailing with modern features across four levels. The home features six fireplaces, an elevator, and a primary suite with a private roof deck. Additional amenities include a library, a climate-controlled wine cellar, and a two-car garage.

 

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Photo courtesy of Piper Yerks
Photo courtesy of Piper Yerks

Where: 1318 Rockland Ter., McLean

How much: $5,395,000

Listing agent: Piper Gioia Yerks, Washington Fine Properties

Buyer’s agent: Shane Correnti Faett, Washington Fine Properties

This home offers six bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and two half bathrooms. The gourmet kitchen features a large center island, a butler’s pantry, and a separate kitchenette. Additional features include a screened-in porch with a fireplace, a walk-out lower level designed for recreation with a wet bar and fitness room, and an outdoor fire pit area.


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Where: 4814 Kemble Pl., NW

How much: $5,400,000

Listing agent: Kara K. Sheehan, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Buyer’s agent: Joseph Bernstein, Compass

This residence features a limestone entry, custom millwork, and a bay-windowed breakfast room. The bluestone pool features an integrated spa. Inside, there’s a wine cellar, gym, and steam shower. 

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Where: 1545 35th St., NW

How much: $5,475,000

Listing agent: Russell A. Firestone III, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Buyer’s agent: Michael W. Rankin, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

The historic Medley-Sewell House in Georgetown, which dates to 1800, offers six bedrooms, four and a half baths, a pool, and parking for four on nearly a quarter acre. It combines period architecture, such as a double parlor with twin fireplaces, with modern updates like a kitchen/family room overlooking the pool. The primary suite occupies the second floor, while the third floor has three bedrooms and a laundry area. The lower level has a full kitchen, and a bedroom and bath, ideal for guests or an au pair.

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Courtesy of Piper Yerks
Courtesy of Piper Yerks
Courtesy of Piper Yerks

Where: 1221 Mottrom Dr., McLean

How much: $6,200,000

Listing agent: Piper Gioia Yerks, Washington Fine Properties

Buyer’s agent: Mark D. McFadden, Compass

This estate offers over 12,000 square feet of living space, featuring a two-story foyer, a gourmet chef’s kitchen, a main-level primary suite as well as four bedrooms on the upper level. A walk-out lower level has a wet bar, media room, and sauna. Outside, there’s a gated circular drive and a pool with a pool house.

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Where: 3031 Gates Rd., NW

How much: $6,855,000

Listing agent: Daniel M. Heider, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Buyer’s agent: Hans L. Wydler, Compass

Named The Owl’s Nest, this estate features a restored original section with a barrel-vaulted library and a contemporary wing centered around a state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen. Set on 1.56 acres, the grounds include rolling hills and mature trees. The property also has an expansive rear patio with privacy walls and a rectangular lap pool.

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Where: 2934 Ellicott Ter., NW

How much: $6,995,000

Listing agents: Katherine Krevor and Pfashema Faber, RLAH @properties

Buyer’s agent: Louis G. Cardenas, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

This 10,000-square-foot home is set on an almost half-acre corner lot in Northwest DC. Spanning four levels, the residence boasts a curved, grand staircase, a butler’s pantry, and an elevator.

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Where: 8911 Georgetown Pike, McLean

How much: $8,050,000

Listing agent: Andre Amini, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Buyer’s agent: Lemuel Brady, CENTURY 21 New Millennium

This estate features a grand reception hall, rich hardwood and marble floors, a gourmet kitchen with Italian cabinetry, a private spa, a home theater, a pool, and six en-suite bedrooms including a primary bedroom suite.

 

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Where: 2001 Foxhall Rd., NW

How much: $8,400,000

Listing agent: Daniel M. Heider, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty

Buyer’s agent: Katrina L. Schymik Abjornson, Compass

The custom-built 10,000-square-foot home offers seven bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms. It features a fully finished walk-out lower level, a pool with a covered patio, and a main-level screened-in porch. The upper level includes a primary suite, and a third-level loft measures over 1,000 square feet.

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