Address
2740 Chain Bridge Road Nw, Washington, DC
Price
$ 6,300,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#DCDC2272636
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyWASHINGTON
- CityWashington
- NeighborhoodKent
- Zip20016
- Style
- Year Built1989
- Taxes$ 27152
- Price$ 6,300,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms5
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage6450
- Lot Size0.26 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
Branching off the prestigious Chain Bridge Road NW is a hidden private drive. The hedge-lined path meanders through verdant foliage to reveal a walled and gated circular pea gravel motor court upon which sits an elegant estate home. Evoking cues from the most vaunted European country homes, part Tuscan villa and part French provincial, the estate was created from the ground up by its visionary owner-developer. Constructed out of cinder block with thick walls and a recently refinished triple-coat stucco exterior, the home is a true fortress of luxury. Stepping beneath the lofty portico and through arched double doors reveals the grand gallery, spanning the entire depth of the home. Hand-painted in a striking faux green finish by British artist Malcolm Robson to complement refinished herringbone floors, it sets the tone for the formal spaces. Soaring 11-foot ceilings, 8-foot solid mahogany doors, and elaborate P.E. Guerin hardware, including custom windows with cremone fittings, are testaments to the level of detail throughout. The formal living room boasts custom plaster crown molding and an 18th-century French limestone fireplace mantle. Spanning 32 feet, it opens onto the rear terrace via twin sets of French doors. A 19th-century French marble fireplace mantle anchors the formal dining room, enhanced by mahogany paneling and Braquenie curtains in the La Riviere Enchantee pattern. Recently expanded, the chef's kitchen is divided into prep and cooking areas: one traditional, the other contemporary. Viking, Sub-Zero, Miele, and Gaggenau appliances represent top-of-the-line offerings, including six burners. A mahogany breakfast room completes the main level. A vestibule leads to the upper-level primary wing. The bedroom features a raised pearl white ceiling and 18th-century Braquenie Le Grand Genois floral-patterned padded walls. The bath offers checkered marble floors, dual vanities, a jetted soaking tub, walk-in shower, and separate water closet. A wraparound dressing room with built-ins and track lighting completes the suite. Two additional ensuite bedrooms are uniquely styled. The large lower-level recreation room opens through three sets of French doors to a parklike rear lawn. The exterior features a covered flagstone terrace, central lawn, al fresco dining area, and a custom stone pond set against a pergola with lattice fencing. Privacy is enhanced by a bamboo enclosure. A fourth bedroom with adjacent kitchenette and full bath can serve as a self-sufficient suite. It closes off entirely from the rest of the home and has its own separate ingress and egress, an ideal arrangement for in-house support staff. Laundry and storage facilities are found nearby. HVAC systems include a 2023 Carrier unit for the main and lower levels, and a heat pump for the upper level. The hot water heater was replaced in 2024. A central vacuum system and new main-level glazing further enhance comfort. Across the motor court is a separate carriage house with an inlaid cobblestone entrance, three-car garage, workshop, storage space, and trash room. Upstairs, a private apartment offers a full kitchen, full bath, living area, washer/dryer, dedicated HVAC, and a private terrace. It is equally suited to guest quarters, staff lodging, a home office, or any other desired use. Passionately designed, meticulously crafted, and situated in one of Washington's most coveted enclaves, 2740 Chain Bridge Road NW is more than an estate. It is a masterwork of timeless European elegance and enduring architectural integrity. Rarely does a residence so completely embody privacy, provenance, and purpose. This is a home for the discerning few, a legacy property that will continue to inspire for generations to come.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/15/2026 | Listed $6,300,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 6450 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Zoning | SEE DC ZONING WEBSITE |
| Garage Spaces | 3.00 |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| School District | DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 1989 |
| Levels | 3 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | WASHINGTON |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | KENT |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Above Grade |
| Full Baths | 5 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | From MacArthur Boulevard NW,turn onto University Terrace NW and follow the road as it curves to the right. Continue straight past Eskridge Terrace NW,and the pinned location will be just ahead on you |
| City | WASHINGTON |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 11325.60 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 3188020.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 27152.8 |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 1.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 976.74 |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://vimeo.com/1085739315?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci |
| Total SQFT | 6450 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | Kent |
Interior Features
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Basement | Walkout Level,Fully Finished |
| Total Fireplaces | 3 |
| Hot Water | Natural Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 6450 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 4 |
| Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 3 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 3 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 3.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 4 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 6 |
Exterior Features
| Pool | No Pool |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking Spaces | 3 |
| Garage Features | Additional Storage Area,Garage Door Opener,Oversized,Covered Parking |
| Type of Parking | Detached Garage |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Water View Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.26 |
| Lot Size Source | Estimated |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Soil Types | Unknown |
| Navigable Water Y/N | No |
| Water Oriented Y/N | No |
| # of Detached Garage Spaces | 3 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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