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1537 28th Street NW

Washington, DC 20007

5 beds
7 baths
6,728 sqft
6,654 sqft lot
$928 per sqft
1900 build

Although Washington DC, generally, and Georgetown, specifically, are steeped in American architectural history, opportunities to own, occupy and steward historically significant homes in this neighborhood are rare., Today, many qualifying homes have been put in the hands of not-for-profit institutions, turned into ambassadorial residences or other such official properties, or have been tragically lost to history. 1537 28th St is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a grand and elegant residence in the “east village” of Georgetown. The home was built in 1867 by and for Thomas Hyde, whose family retained ownership until about 1930. After the Hyde’s tenure in the home, it was owned by the family of William Taylor. Taylor hired noted Washington, DC architect Rose Greely to expand and remodel the home and gardens – a design for which she was awarded a prize in 1940, just after which the home was sold to its most notable owner. Robert Woods Bliss and his wife Mildred acquired the residence in 1940 after donating their prior home, Dumbarton Oaks, to Harvard University. As Dumbarton Oaks is widely regarded as one of the finest homes in all of Washington, it was noteworthy for them to choose 1537 28th as their new and final home. On account of their ownership, which lasted through 1969, the home is colloquially known around Georgetown as the "Robert Woods Bliss House" or just “The Bliss House”. It is likely the unusually grand size and scale of the rooms – a notable feature of their prior property – that attracted Ambassador and Mrs. Bliss to the home. The main level features nearly 12’ ceilings that present an architectural harmony that is rarely seen in Washington’s homes. The scale is more typical of the “Gilded Age” homes of the Northeast or even Europe, but the intimacy that is lost in those homes is preserved on 28th St. To create a grand space that retains intimacy and elegance is a feat of architectural design that must be lauded. Upon entering, a well-proportioned entry foyer leads you to an enfilade with a central hall, off of which are the main level’s three principal rooms and grand stair hall. The office, formal DR with wood burning fireplace, and formal LR that also features a wood burning fireplace, reach the corners of the home and are each able to be closed behind grand mahogany doors. The millwork and moldings are elegant, fitting, and perfectly preserved. A kitchen with a very large and unusual-for-Georgetown family room with a third fireplace (gas) offers private family space in the northeast corner of the home, and its two sides of Palladian-style fenestration also offer access to the rear garden and swimming pool, and a private service entrance off of Q St. The second level, which is accessed by both the grand “public” stair hall boasting a tasteful brass lantern chandelier and a “private” rear stair hall, presents four BRs, all with en-suite bathrooms. The master BR is the largest of the four, with a sizable en-suite bath feature marble and high quality fixtures, as well as a walk-in closet. Two additional BRs w/en suite BAs flank the upper level landing. The fourth BR on the second level was envisioned as a maid’s suite, offering a BA, small living room, and kitchenette. The suite can be used cohesively with the whole house, but can also be cordoned off and used autonomously. Finally, off of the landing is an additional staircase that leads to a fifth BR, en-suite BA, and ample storage including a cedar closet for off-season clothing storage. Usually an area of Georgetown homes that sees little use, the lowest level of the home is different. Only partially below-grade and with high ceilings, a huge yet cozy recreation room with exposed brick walls features the homes fifth fireplace and a row of glass-paned French doors providing access to the rear garden and swimming pool. Additional features are a large wine cellar, massive storage and utility rooms & parking.

Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Washington Fine Properties, LLC

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Oct 17, 2024 •

MLS# DCDC2151476 —

The Building

Year Built:

1900
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Construction Materials:

Brick
Structure Type:

Detached
Architectural Style:

Federal
Historic:

Yes
Levels:

4
Roof:

Slate
Main Entrance:

West
Window Features:

Double Pane, Double Hung, Wood Frame
Accessibility Features:

None
Foundation Details:

Brick/Mortar
Basement:

Yes
Basement Type:

Garage Access, Daylight, Partial, Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Walkout Level
Total SqFt Source:

Assessor
Total Below Grade SqFt:

2301
Total Below Grade SqFt Source:

Assessor
Above Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Above Grade Finished SqFt:

5590
Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:

Square Feet
Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Below Grade Finished SqFt:

1138
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt:

1163
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:

Assessor
Tax Total Finished SqFt:

6728

Interior

Interior Features:

2nd Kitchen, Attic, Cedar Closet(s), Crown Moldings, Double/Dual Staircase, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Intercom, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Wine Storage
Room List:

Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Study, Laundry, Office, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Attic
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplaces:

2
Living Area SqFt Source:

Assessor

Room Dimensions

Total SqFt:

7891
Living Area SqFt:

6,728 Sqft

Financial & Terms

Sale Type:

Standard
Acceptable Financing:

Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA
Possession:

Immediate, Negotiable, Settlement

Location

Directions:

Driving east on Q St NW, the house is on the southeast corner of 28th & Q Streets
Cross Street:

Q St NW
Latitude:

38.91041000
Longitude:

-77.05687000

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Very Good
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Lot Size Acres:

0.15
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
Lot Features:

Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, Vegetation Planting
Lot SqFt:

6,654 Sqft
Inclusions:

SEE SELLER DISCLOSURES - AVAILABLE FROM AGENT, PLEASE EMAIL
Exclusions:

SEE SELLER DISCLOSURES - AVAILABLE FROM AGENT, PLEASE EMAIL
Zoning:

PER DC ZONING MAP
In City Limits:

Yes
Other Structures:

Above Grade, Below Grade
Horse:

No
Water View:

No
Soil Types:

Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Waterfront:

No
Water Oriented:

No
Water Access:

No
Navigable Water:

No
Tidal Water:

No
Ground Rent Exists:

No
Riparian Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax ID Number:

1266//0310
Tax Year:

2023
Tax Lot:

310
Tax Annual Amount:

$36,968
Tax Assessed Value:

$4,433,220
Year Assessed:

2023
City/Town Tax:

36968.00
Total Taxes Payment Frequency:

Annually

Beds

Bedrooms:

5
Upper Level Bedrooms:

5
Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:

4
Bedrooms Upper Level:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

7
Full Baths:

6
Half Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1.00
Main Level Half Baths:

1
Upper Level Full Baths:

5
Lower Level Full Baths:

1
Upper Level Total Baths:

5
Upper Level Total Baths:

4.00
Upper Level 2 Total Baths:

1.00
All Lower Levels Total Baths:

1
Lower Level Total Baths:

1.00
Upper Level Full Baths:

4
Upper Level 2 Full Baths:

1
Lower Level Full Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type:

Central A/C
Central Air:

Yes
Cooling Fuel:

Electric
Heating:

Yes
Heating Type:

Forced Air
Heating Fuel:

Natural Gas

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Sewer/Septic:

Public Sewer
Hot Water:

Natural Gas
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Laundry Type:

Has Laundry, Basement, Lower Floor

Schools

School District Name:

District Of Columbia Public Schools
School District Source:

Listing Agent

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Georgetown
Senior Community:

No
Pool:

Yes - Personal
Spa:

No
Association Recreation Fee:

No
HOA:

No
Condo/Coop Association:

No
Transportation:

Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles

Parking

Total Garage and Parking Spaces:

2
Garage:

Yes
Garage Features:

Basement Garage
Garage Spaces:

1.00
Type of Parking:

Driveway, Attached Garage
# of Attached Garage Spaces:

1
Driveway - # of Spaces:

1

Extra Units

Vacation Rental:

No

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$6,250,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$33,466
Taxes	$3,080
Insurance	$1,718
Utilities	$377 See report
Total	$38,641/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/27/24 Jul 27, 2024	Listed / Active	BRIGHT	$6,250,000

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