2921 LEGATION ST NW Washington, DC 20015
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,600 sqft
Price per Sqft $665
Subdivision Chevy Chase
MLS Listing ID DCDC2281316
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 2,939
Year Built 1937
Annual Tax Amount $6,162
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 5,276 Sqft
Acres 0.12
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Completely reimagined, expanded, and nearly doubled in size during a three-year renovation completed in early 2026, this residence offers almost 3,700 sq ft of finished living space on a landscaped 5,276-sq-ft lot. Personally designed and curated by the owner, an award-winning kitchen and bath designer, the home blends classic architecture, craftsmanship, premium materials, and modern comfort. Originally purchased new, it remained in the same family for four generations.
The original Chevy Chase brick Colonial character was carefully preserved, oak floors were refinished, 1930s solid 6-panel doors refreshed and figured brass door hardware and crystal knobs were polished and reused. Original Antique 6 by 14' heart pine floor boards were removed from the attic to become the new kitchen flooring.
The home offers five bedrooms, including two primary suites, 4.5 baths, and exceptional flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, adult children, or a nanny. A Signature Designer Concierge Package is included with purchase, providing private post-closing consultations to personalize furnishings and styling. A contractor's warranty covers the newly constructed addition, gourmet kitchen, and renovated bathrooms.
At the heart of the home is a 16' x 16' designer kitchen with a professional 48-inch JennAir Rise six-burner gas range with griddle and double ovens, plus a 48-inch built-in JennAir refrigerator/freezer concealed behind custom cabinetry. A recessed Zephyr ceiling-mounted hood preserves views through four floor-to-ceiling black-stained Pella wood casement windows overlooking the rear gardens.
The custom natural-walnut island is topped by a dramatic 6' x 4.2' Calacatta Imperial marble slab, complemented by matching counters and tall backsplashes, solid bronze hardware, designer bin pulls, and a House of Rohl polished-nickel bridge faucet. Black Pella French doors open to a freeform flagstone and antique-brick terrace.
The luxurious primary bath features heated Calacatta Chablis marble herringbone floors, a six-foot freestanding soaking tub, twin custom reeded vanities with marble tops, gold-leaf framed mirrors, Hudson Valley sconces, and an expansive marble shower with ceiling rain head, wall shower, handheld spray, and floating marble bench. A premium TOTO Washlet bidet completes the retreat. The original hall bath features Thassos and Dolomite marble with a handcrafted mosaic floor.
The vaulted third-floor retreat can serve as a primary suite, executive office, sitting room, au pair or nanny suite, or private guest suite. The finished lower level adds recreation space, a bedroom or fitness room, children's playroom, and full bath. Laundry plumbing on both the second floor and lower level adds convenience.
Major improvements include a new two-zone HVAC system with high-efficiency gas furnace and heat pump, a 100% replaced roof with new 50-year architectural shingles, House of Rohl polished-nickel solid-brass plumbing fixtures, and TOTO turbo-flush toilets.
Outside, fieldstone walls, freeform flagstone walkways, mature plantings, and outdoor living spaces create a gracious setting. A detached garage, private rear alley-access parking pad, and guest street parking add convenience.
Top-rated Lafayette Elementary School is a half-mile walk, sharing the block with a beautiful park setting and neighborhood tennis courts. Walking distance to St. John's College High School, Broad Branch Market, Rock Creek Park, Chevy Chase Community Center and Library, neighborhood restaurants, the historic Avalon Theatre, shopping, and convenient access to downtown Washington and Metro.
Location
State DC
County Washington
Zoning R-1-B
Rooms
Basement Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access
Interior
Interior Features Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Butlers Pantry, Carpet, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Hot Water Electric, 60+ Gallon Tank
Heating Hot Water
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Solid Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Mantel(s), Wood
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Double, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Basement, Dryer In Unit, Lower Floor, Washer In Unit
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s)
Parking Features Garage - Rear Entry
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Partially, Privacy, Rear
Water Access N
View Street
Roof Type Architectural Shingle
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s)
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Y
Private Pool No
Building
Story 4
Foundation Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 2939
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 4
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Lafayette
Middle Schools Deal Junior High School
High Schools Jackson-Reed
School District District Of Columbia Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 2297//0027
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 3600
Security Features Smoke Detector
Special Listing Condition Standard
Nearby Locations
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