4000 Cathedral Avenue NW Unit 517B, 518B
Washington, DC 20016
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,400 sqft
- $462 per sqft
- 1931 build
ITS AMAZING, ITS INCREDIBLE, YOU WONT WANT MISS IT AND RARELY AVAILBLE. Situated on nearly 10 acres of the Westchester Coop was built during the Great Depression & completed in 1931. Noted in many publication for its extraordinary Art-Deco classic features. You will be mesmerized by all of its charm of yester year and memories influenced by the roaring twenties, like its metal etched elevator doors, elegant archways, & plastered moldings. Notice the beautifully manicured grounds, gardens, brick & stone walkways, a center sunken fountain,& porta cochere in front of the main building. Two units, same tier, same floor that can be joined to create an amazing connecting space with possible closed office hall as a foyer to enter all units. Boasting 2400 square feet, 9-foot ceilings w/ parquet wood floors throughout these apartments combined have 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths w/ South and Western exposures overlooking Glover Archbold Park. Gracefully laid out these spaces bring together places for entertainment, formal dining & open living room with an electric fireplace & mantel that once was in one of the Supreme Court offices on Capitol Hill. Oh, if the fireplace could talk!! Private wings for sleeping quarters, separate library, office or place for extended family to come visit, this unit is blessed with many sitting areas, a place for a Grand Piano with an elegant open foyer to welcome even the pickiest of any guest list. ****First ****517B, a grand apartment, located at the end of the hall, offers approximately 1800 square feet. Its large foyer as described above is open, elegant and welcoming. Traditional living spaces are separated by two private bedroom wings with a naturally bright large living space in the center of the apartment and nearly a full wall of windows that draws your eye upon entering to the treetops & park with western exposure. The kitchen has been thoughtfully renovated with 42-inch cabinets all the way to the ceiling, new tile, granite counter tops, high-end appliances& built in desk/storage/pantry which could be a staging area for any catered event & is adjacent to the separate grand formal dining room. There are 2 Lg bedrooms w/ lots of windows & spacious custom closets designed by Capitol Closet Design by the previous owners. The two bathrooms have been beautifully renovated, new tile, fixtures, vanities with every attention to detail. En suite bath has glass slider tub shower on the southern wing,& hall bath has a beautiful glass shower w/ a window on the northern wing. Other features, built in bookcases, crown molding, chair rails, large custom closets & lots of storage or room for organization. ****518B, this 600 sq ft bright and sunny studio apartment completes the package & could be joined to 517B through the front foyer closet which would enter into the kitchen of 517B. Kit & bath have been completely renovated w/ lots of south/ southwest exposure & great sunsets. Features of interest, freshly painted, build in cabinets, 9ft ceilings, large living rm with eat in space & a murphy bed that looks like a closet. Fee includes utilities and taxes, except wifi/cable. The Westchester boasts great amenities, including a market grocery store, a beauty parlor, a fitness center, dry cleaning services, and the wonderful DeCarlo's Restaurant, where you can enjoy weekend valet service between the north and south main buildings. All of the buildings at 4000 Cathedral Ave. are connected by underground hallways, making it super convenient to get around, no matter the weather. Plus, there's an underground reserved parking garage, extra storage options, and guest rooms available for friends and family visiting you! For coop mortgage approval, you'll need a minimum of 15% down, and we can provide a list of approved lenders if you need it. Feel free to reach out to the listing agent with any questions you may have or to set up a time for a showing. We can’t wait to help you find your dream home!
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Last updated May 9, 2025
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MLS# DCDC2193748 —
The Building
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Year Built:1931
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Year Built Source:Assessor
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Brick, Block, Concrete, Masonry, Stone
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Building Levels:8
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Unit Building Type:Mid-Rise 5 - 8 Floors
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Structure Type:Unit/Flat/Apartment
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Architectural Style:Art Deco
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Levels:1
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Entry Floor Number:5
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Security Features:24 hour security, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Desk in Lobby, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector
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Window Features:Screens
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Accessibility Features:48
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Basement:Yes
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Basement Type:Combination, Garage Access, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Side Entrance, Walkout Level, Other
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Unit Number:517B, 518B
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Total SqFt Source:Estimated
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Total Below Grade SqFt Source:Assessor
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Above Grade Finished Area Units:Square Feet
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Above Grade Finished SqFt:2400
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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:Assessor
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Below Grade Unfinished SqFt Source:Assessor
Interior
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Interior Features:Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Efficiency, Kitchen - Galley, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors
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Room Count:12
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Flooring Type:Wood
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplaces:1
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Fireplace Features:Electric
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Wall & Ceilings:9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
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Living Area SqFt Source:Estimated
Room Dimensions
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Total SqFt:2400
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Living Area SqFt:2,400 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Sale Type:Standard
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Possession:Immediate, Negotiable
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Lease Considered:No
Location
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Directions:GPS to 4000 Cathedral Ave, Second building on right to Center to lobby, Elevators and 5th Floor
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Cross Street:Idaho Ave NW
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Latitude:38.92893410
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Longitude:-77.07988956
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Condition:Excellent
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Zoning:RES
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Road Responsibility:Private
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View:Garden/Lawn, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
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In City Limits:Yes
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Other Structures:Above Grade, Below Grade
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Waterview: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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Ground Rent Exists:No
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Riparian Rights:No
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (571) 438-0111
- Office phone:
- (240) 497-1700
Taxes
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Tax ID Number:1805//0800
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Tax Year:2024
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Tax Lot:800
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Tax Annual Amount:$967,920
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Tax Assessed Value:$173,208,100
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Year Assessed:2024
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City/Town Tax:967920.00
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Total Taxes Payment Frequency:Annually
Beds
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Bedrooms:3
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Bedrooms Main Level:3
Baths
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Total Baths:3
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Full Baths:3
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Main Level Baths:3.00
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Main Level Full Baths:3
The Listing
Heating & Cooling
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Cooling Type:Multi Units
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Central Air:No
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Cooling Fuel:Electric
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Heating:Yes
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Heating Type:Programmable Thermostat, Hot Water
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Heating Fuel:Natural Gas
Utilities
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Sewer/Septic:Public Sewer
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Hot Water:Natural Gas
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Water Source:Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator
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Washer/Dryer/Hook Up in Unit:No
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:Observatory Circle
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Senior Community:No
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Exterior Features:Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Flood Lights, Secure Storage, Street Lights, Stone Retaining Walls, Water Fountains
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Pool:No Pool
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HOA:No
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Condo/Coop Association:Yes
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HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities:Beauty Salon, Common Grounds, Convenience Store, Elevator, Exercise Room, Guest Suites, Laundry Facilities, Library, Meeting Room, Party Room, Security
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Condo/Coop Fee:$4,238.19
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Condo/Coop Fee Frequency:Monthly
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HOA/Condo/Coop Fee:Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Gas, Heat, Management, Reserve Funds, Snow Removal, Taxes, Trash, Water
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Other Fees:600.00
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Transportation:Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
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Condo/Coop Name:The Westchester Coop
Parking
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Garage:No
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Type of Parking:Other, Driveway, Off Street
Extra Units
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Vacation Rental:No
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,110,000
Expense | Monthly cost |
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Mortgage
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$5,943
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Taxes | $80,660 |
Insurance | $305 |
HOA fees | $4,238 |
Utilities | $208 See report |
Total | $91,354/mo.* |
*This is an estimate |
Walk Score®
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Bike Score®
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Transit Score®
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Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
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Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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4/30/25
Apr 30, 2025
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Price Changed | BRIGHT | $1,110,000 | -28.6% |
4/24/25
Apr 24, 2025
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Price Changed | BRIGHT | $1,555,000 | 2.6% |
4/3/25
Apr 3, 2025
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Listed / Active | BRIGHT | $1,515,000 |