4332 CHESAPEAKE STREET NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016

$995,000

Open Houses Sat & Sun 8/9 & 8/10 from 12-2pm. 1925 Brick Semi-Detached with Vintage Charm, Natural Light & Superb Location: Set on a tree-lined street in the heart of AUPark, a short walk from the Tenleytown Metro, this classic 1925 brick semi-detached home, with Colonial Revival architectural details, offers… Read More a perfect blend of character, natural light, and location. The home features a symmetrical fae7;ade, decorative ornamentation, a side-hall interior plan, and classical detailing of cove crown moldings and arched openings. With three exposures, south, east, and north, sunlight fills this home, highlighting original details and casting a warm glow throughout. The home's gracious side-hall layout begins with a charming 15-light French door opening to a welcoming foyer with side stair layout, traditional banister, & entrance to the living room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace with a rebuilt firebox, replaced liner, and restored chimney (2022). Twin box windows with leaded glass inserts flank the mantel, while narrow-plank oak floors, substantial cove ceiling molding, and custom shutters add elegance and character. A distinctive, large arched case opening connects the LR to the formal DR, where crown molding, chair rail, & new lighting set a finished tone. Recessed accent lights highlight artwork or antiques, completes the room. The kitchen is a retro-lover's dream, with vintage metal cabinets with chrome hardware (believed to date from mid-century), a built-in hutch & spice cabinet, and open shelving. Countertops are a mix of vintage Formica and chrome, and the linoleum floor speaks to the kitchen's original style or renovation potential. A swinging door connects to the dining room, and just beyond the kitchen is a screened porch (2014) with composite flooring and ceiling fan, ideal for morning coffee or future expansion. Upstairs, three light-filled bedrooms highlight the home's classic style with hardwood floors, original baseboard moldings, and cedar-lined closets. A second screened sleeping porch (also 2014) with ceiling fan, accessed via BR#3, provides a tranquil retreat on warm summer nights. A full bath with a tiled bathtub/shower combo is situated at the top of the stairs providing convenience to residents and guests alike. A finished lower level offers flexibility and function, with a cozy family room wired for 7.1 surround sound, a laundry area with a high-efficiency front load LG washer (2016) and Whirlpool gas dryer (2013), a second full bath with shower, a large storage area, and direct access to the backyard. A series of above-ground windows as well as the windowed door to the backyard provide ample natural light. Outdoors, enjoy a front yard with mature azaleas, seasonal tulips, daffodils, irises, lilies, and hyacinths and a private rear yard framed by a 6-foot wood privacy fence. Additional noteworthy features include a 10 year old roof with recent servicing and gutter cleaning, 4.5 year old Restorations brand windows, a 7-year-old Weil-McLain boiler, 5 year old Mitsubishi ductless mini-split systems throughout the home and a 1.5 year old Mitsubishi ductless mini split in the lower level, a 5 year old 50-gallon Jetglas gas water heater, and a 1.5-year-old Amazon WiFi Thermostat. The kitchen features a 2024 Whirlpool refrigerator, GE dishwasher, and 2011 Frigidaire 5-burner gas range with convection oven and griddle. The sellers have loved the home's walkability, peaceful double decker rear porches for private, bug-free outdoor living, and the home's natural light, ample storage, and enduring character. What's kept them here in AU Park for so long? The proximity to Metro and Tenleytown's Main Street Corridor, AU Park favorites, the proximity to Spring Valley, Friendship Heights & Chevy Chase DC and bragging rights about the close-by public and private schools. They also describe AU Park as a blend of the best of urban and suburban life, with a true ''neighborhood feel. Easy to show. Read Less

Courtesy of Rina Kunk, Compass [email protected]

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 10, 2025

Property Type

Twin Home

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

1,600

Lot Size

0.06 Acres

Year Built

1925

MLS Number

DCDC2214430

30 Days Snapshot Of 20016

$1.06M

-37%

(avg) sold price

-16%

homes sold

+26%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Alley

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer

Basement

Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Sump Pump, Full, Walkout Stairs

Building

1,600 sqft living area, 1,200 sqft above grade (finished), 400 sqft below grade (finished), Built in 1925, Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls, 3 levels, Colonial, Brick

Cooling

Electric, Ductless/Mini-Split

Doors

Storm

Fence

Fully

Fireplaces

1 fireplace

Floors

Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl

Foundation

Block

Heating

Natural Gas, Hot Water

Interior Features

Kitchen - Galley, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional, Built-Ins, Carpet, Cedar Closet(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room

Laundry

Lower Floor

Lot

2,500 sqft, 0.06 acres, Front Yard, Rear Yard

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Outdoor Living Structures: Screened, Soil Types: Urban Land-Manor-Glenelg

Roof

Unknown, Flat

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax: $3,348, City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Semi-Annually, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Annual Amount: $6,696, Tax Year: 2026

Utilities

Hot Water: Natural Gas, Cable TV Available

Windows

Screens

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