3508 Prospect Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
- 8 beds
- 7 baths
- 9,086 sqft
- ~1/2 acre lot
- $1,375 per sqft
- 1787 build
Thought to be designed by William Thornton, the architect of the U.S. Capitol, and long considered one of the most architecturally and historically significant properties in the city of Washington, Prospect House was built between 1787 and 1793 and sits high above the Potomac River at 3508 Prospect Street in Georgetown. This red brick Georgian-Federal house has been a show place for politicians and statesmen since Revolutionary War days, and is sited on nearly half an acre of beautifully manicured formal English gardens. Among many renowned owners over the years, the property was the home of the first Secretary of Defense, James V. Forrestal, and during the Truman Administration Prospect House served as The White House Guest House for visiting dignitaries. Presidents Washington and Adams, the Marquis de Lafayette, the Shah of Iran, the President of France, and the poet Robert Frost have all been guests of Prospect House. The first floor of this 9,000+ square foot residence includes 12-foot ceilings; a formal entrance hall; a double parlor living room with twin Adams fireplaces, a Jefferson window, and a bay window overlooking the gardens; a banquet-sized dining room with a fireplace and river views; a gallery hall; an ample-sized eat-in kitchen, a powder room and a veranda. Upstairs are 7 large bedrooms -- several with river views -- a sitting room and 5 full baths. A lovely library opening to the garden, a home office, an 8th bedroom and a full bath make up the lower level. The property includes a 41-foot swimming pool and an octagonal watch tower where one of the early owners watched his boats come into Georgetown Harbor. A garage and additional parking for 3 cars complete this extraordinary offering. Prospect House has been well-maintained and improved by its current owners, who, in the last few years, have replaced the roof; the plumbing, heating and air conditioning systems; and rebuilt all of the windows.
Listing courtesy of BRIGHT / Washington Fine Properties, LLC
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MLS# DCDC2129376 —
The Building
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Year Built:1787
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Brick
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Structure Type:Detached
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Architectural Style:Federal, Georgian
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Architect Name:William Thornton
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Historic:Yes
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Levels:4
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Building Levels:4
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Roof:Slate
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Main Entrance:North
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Security Features:Exterior Cameras, Security System
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Accessibility Features:None
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Foundation Details:Stone, Brick/Mortar
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:Daylight, Full, Connecting Stairway, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Side Entrance, Walkout Level
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Building Winterized:Yes
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Total SqFt Source:Estimated
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Estimated
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:9086
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Above Grade Finished SqFt Source:Estimated
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Below Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Unfinished Area Units:Square Feet
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Below Grade Finished SqFt Source:Estimated
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:Estimated
Interior
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Flooring Type:Hardwood
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplaces:10
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Wall & Ceilings:9'+ Ceilings, High, Plaster Walls
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Living Area SqFt Source:Estimated
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:9086
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Living Area SqFt:9,086 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Possession:Negotiable
Location
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Directions:Between 35th and 36th Streets on Prospect Street in Georgetown.
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Latitude:38.90575000
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Longitude:-77.06947000
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Condition:Excellent
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Lot Size Units:Square Feet
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Lot Size Acres:0.43
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Lot Size Source:Assessor
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Lot SqFt:18,740 Sqft
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Zoning:RESIDENTIAL
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In City Limits:Yes
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Horse:No
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Water View:No
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Soil Types:Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg
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Waterfront:No
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Water Oriented:No
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Water Access:No
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Navigable Water:No
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Tidal Water:No
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (202) 256-3628
- Office phone:
- (202) 944-5000
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:1203//0035
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Tax Year:2023
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Tax Annual Amount:$49,381
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Tax Assessed Value:$5,809,550
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Year Assessed:2023
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City/Town Tax:49381.00
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Total Taxes Payment Frequency:Annually
Beds
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Bedrooms:8
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Upper Level Bedrooms:7
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Upper Level 1 Bedrooms:5
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Lower Level Bedrooms:1
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Lower Level Bedrooms:1
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Bedrooms Upper Level:2
Baths
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Total Baths:7
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Full Baths:6
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Half Baths:1
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Main Level Baths:1.00
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Main Level Half Baths:1
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Upper Level Full Baths:5
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Lower Level Full Baths:1
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Upper Level Total Baths:5
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Upper Level Total Baths:4.00
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Upper Level 2 Total Baths:1.00
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All Lower Levels Total Baths:1
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Lower Level Total Baths:1.00
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Upper Level Full Baths:4
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Upper Level 2 Full Baths:1
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Lower Level Full Baths:1
The Listing
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Central A/C
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Central Air:Yes
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Cooling Fuel:Electric
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Radiator
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Heating Fuel:Natural Gas
Utilities
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Sewer/Septic:Public Septic
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Hot Water:Electric
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Water Source:Public
Schools
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School District Name:District Of Columbia Public Schools
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School District Source:Listing Agent
The Community
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Subdivision Name:Georgetown
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Senior Community:No
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Pool:Yes - Personal
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Association Recreation Fee:No
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:No
Parking
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Total Garage and Parking Spaces:6
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Garage:Yes
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Garage Features:Garage - Front Entry
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Garage Spaces:3.00
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Type of Parking:Attached Garage, Driveway
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# of Attached Garage Spaces:3
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Driveway - # of Spaces:3
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$12,500,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$66,933
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Taxes | $4,115 |
Insurance | $3,437 |
Utilities | $458 See report |
Total | $74,943/mo.* |
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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10/25/24
Oct 25, 2024
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Price Changed | BRIGHT | $12,500,000 | -21.9% |
2/27/24
Feb 27, 2024
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $15,995,000 |