2540 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW #501 Open House Save Request In-Person Tour Request Virtual Tour
Washington,DC 20008
OPEN HOUSE
Sun Oct 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Key Details
Property Type Condo
Sub Type Condo/Co-op
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 925 sqft
Price per Sqft $614
Subdivision Kalorama
MLS Listing ID DCDC2222240
Style Beaux Arts
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Condo Fees $1,420/mo
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 925
Year Built 1923
Tax Year 2024
Property Sub-Type Condo/Co-op
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
**OPEN HOUSE SUN 10/12 1-3PM** Exquisite top-floor residence at 2540 Massachusetts Avenue NW, a distinguished cooperative on Embassy Row in Kalorama. Designed by Harry L. Edwards and developed by Monroe and R. Bates Warren in 1926, this landmark building—featured in James M. Goode's Best Addresses—embodies timeless elegance and sophisticated urban living.
Completely renovated by the award-winning design-build firm BOWA, this east-facing residence is filled with natural light and beautifully blends classic architectural detail with modern comfort. A formal entry foyer opens to an expansive living room, where tall windows frame leafy Kalorama views and 8-inch crown mouldings accentuate the home's refined character. Adjacent, a dedicated dining area flows seamlessly into the gourmet kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and detailed millwork that complements the building's historic charm.
The private primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, complete with a walk-in closet and a marble-appointed en suite bath. A dedicated office nook, abundant closet storage, and central air conditioning enhance both comfort and functionality, while the thoughtful layout creates an effortless sense of flow—ideal for entertaining or quiet everyday living.
Residents of 2540 Massachusetts Avenue enjoy premier amenities, including concierge service, resident garden plots, and landscaped community gardens with seating areas. Parking is available for rent, with ample street parking nearby. The building is pet-friendly, and the monthly fee conveniently includes real estate taxes, master insurance, exterior maintenance, water, sewer, trash and snow removal. No underlying mortgage. Plumbing in place for in-unit washer/dryer.
Completed in 1926 and featured in Best Addresses, 2540 Massachusetts Avenue NW—historically known as The Army & Navy Apartments—stands as one of Washington's most prestigious pre-war cooperatives. Designed in the Beaux-Arts style, the six-story building comprises just thirty-one grand residences and contributes to both the Massachusetts Avenue and Sheridan-Kalorama Historic Districts. Its setting on Embassy Row, long associated with diplomats, ambassadors, and presidents, underscores its enduring prestige. Carefully preserved with a dedicated preservation plan, 2540 Massachusetts Avenue offers not just a home, but a place within the city's storied legacy.
Location
State DC
County Washington
Zoning RES
Rooms
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Parking Features Garage - Side Entry
Garage Spaces 1.0
Amenities Available Concierge,Extra Storage,Elevator,Laundry Facilities,Picnic Area,Common Grounds
Water Access N
Accessibility Elevator
Total Parking Spaces 1
Garage Y
Building
Story 1
Unit Features Mid-Rise 5 - 8 Floors
Above Ground Finished SqFt 925
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Beaux Arts
Level or Stories 1
Additional Building Above Grade,Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District District Of Columbia Public Schools
Others
Pets Allowed Y
HOA Fee Include Insurance,Sewer,Snow Removal,Taxes,Water,Common Area Maintenance,Ext Bldg Maint,Laundry,Lawn Maintenance,Management,Lawn Care Rear,Lawn Care Side
Senior Community No
Tax ID 2500//0088
Ownership Cooperative
SqFt Source 925
Special Listing Condition Standard
Pets Allowed Cats OK,Dogs OK
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