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1633 16th Street NWWashington, DC 20009

OLD CITY #2 · WASHINGTON County

$4,495,000List price
12Beds
10.5Baths
9,339Sq Ft
1885Year built
0.06Acre lot
1Garage
5 months agoOn market

Description

Listing Description Rare opportunity to acquire an iconic Romanesque Revival mansion in the heart of Logan Circle’s Historic District. Formerly home to the Bolivian and Ecuadorian embassies, this ±10,000 SF property offers flexible zoning, strategic corner visibility on 16th and R Streets, and Victorian architectural character in one of DC’s most prestigious, walkable neighborhoods. The Shehan Mansion at 1633 16th St NW in Washington, DC is a historic and versatile property offering multiple living spaces. The estate currently includes four distinct suites totaling 10,539 square feet. The main residence spans 6,800 SF across four levels and features over eight bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. Additional accommodations include a 2-bedroom, 1,250 SF carriage house suite with a side parking space, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom garden apartment measuring 1,400 SF, and a 450 SF studio unit. The property also includes two 350 SF garages, offering added functionality. Sales Highlights : | 8+ Bedrooms, 6.5 Bathrooms Across 6,700 SF and 4 Floors | Detached 2-BD, 1-BA Carriage House (1,250 SF) with Private Entry | 2-BD, 2-BA Garden Apartment (1,400 SF) with Private Access | Prominent Corner Lot along DC’s Embassy Row | Property to be sold in its present condition, 'As Is,' with no warranties expressed or implied by the seller Rezoning is currently in progress. Please contact the listing agent for the latest updates and additional details.

Property Information

Property type
Residential
Sub-type
Townhouse
Structure type
House
Year built
1885
Living area
9,339 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.06 acres
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
2
Zoning
RA-9
Days on market
156
MLS® Listing#
DCDC2254220

Property Features

Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Cooling
Central Air · Electric
Heating
Central · Electric · Forced Air
Flooring
Laminate
Basement
Daylight · Partial
Pool
None
Parking
Garage · Attached Carport · Attached
Construction
Brick
Foundation
Brick/Mortar · Stone
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public

Schools

High
CARDOZO EDUCATION CAMPUS
District
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Financial Details

HOA
None
Annual taxes
$31,044Tax year 2025
Assessed value
$3,537,430
Parcel number
0193//0150

Directions

Situated at the intersection of 16th Street NW and R Street NW,

Listing Courtesy: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. - 7037901990

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