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Arched Doors, Exposed Brick: Inside 4 Rowhouses With Open Houses This Weekend

Nothing says romance like touring your dream home on Valentine's Day.

Photos by Sean Shanahan Photography

This week’s open house roundup features a rowhouse theme, with properties in Shaw, Petworth, Alexandria, and Capitol Hill.

Fully Renovated in Shaw

Photograph by Derek and Vee
Photograph by Sean Shanahan Photography
Photograph by Sean Shanahan Photography
Photograph by Sean Shanahan Photography

Price: $1,225,000 

Where: 1402 5th St., NW

Bedrooms/bathrooms: 4/3.5

House size: 2,242 sq ft

Listing agent: Jocelyn Lederman, Compass

Open house: Saturday, February 14, 1 PM — 3 PM; Sunday, February 15 1 PM — 3 PM

Fully renovated in 2021, this rowhouse features exposed brick and custom window treatments throughout, plus three outdoor spaces. The open-concept living room includes a gas fireplace, a large bay window for natural lighting, and wide-plank hardwood floors. The dining space includes a wet bar and wine fridge. Bedrooms include a king-sized primary bedroom, a second bedroom with a private balcony leading to a roof deck, and a basement bedroom with a full bath for guests.

A Capitol Hill Home With an English Basement

Photograph courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
Photograph courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
Photograph courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

Price: $1,155,000

Where: 812 North Carolina Ave., SE

Bedrooms/bathrooms: 4/3.5

House size: 2,122 sq ft

Listing agent: Rosemary Garcia, Coldwell Banker Realty

Open house: Saturday, February 14, 11 AM — 2 PM

Located in one of DC’s oldest neighborhoods, this Capitol Hill home is just a short walk from the Eastern Market Metro Station. The main part of the property features three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus there’s an English basement with separate front and back entrances, and flexibility for use as an additional bedroom and bathroom. In addition to its proximity to shopping and the Metro, the home also offers a private backyard space.

 

An End Unit in Alexandria

Photograph by BTW Images
Photograph by BTW Images
Photograph by BTW Images

Price: $2,495,000 

Where: 17 Alexander St.,  Alexandria

Bedrooms/bathrooms: 3/3.5

House size: 2,993 sq ft

Listing agent:  Kristen Jones, Compass

Open house: Saturday, February 14, 1 pm — 4pm and Sunday, February 15, 1 pm — 4pm

This end-unit townhouse offers nearly 3,000 square feet of fully renovated finishes. Inside, the main level features modern tiles, large windows, and a built-in electric fireplace. The upper level includes large vaulted ceilings, large windows for natural light, spa-inspired baths, and guest suites. Outside, a private brick patio opens to a grass courtyard, plus a side garden with plenty of foliage. 

 

Newly Renovated in Petworth

Photograph by House Lens
Photograph by House Lens
Photograph by House Lens
Photograph by House Lens

Price: $899,999

Where: 219 Jefferson St., NW

Bedrooms/bathrooms: 4/3.5

House size: 1,624 sq ft

Listing agent: Phillip Gentile, Vylla Home

Open house: Saturday, February 14, 1 PM — 3 PM

This newly renovated three-level house features modern appliances and amenities, including a quartz waterfall countertop, custom cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances in the kitchen, plus hardwood flooring throughout the home. The upper level of the four-bedroom home offers a primary suite with an en suite bath, and a full-sized laundry room with washer and dryer. On the lower level: a guest bedroom, recreation area, second laundry room, and kitchenette.

 

 

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