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$2,395,000

2921 Legation St

Washington, DC
ACTIVE-BRIGHT
5
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
3,600
Square Feet
0.12
Lot Size (acres)
1937
Year Built
65
Days On Market

Exquisite Designer-Reimagined Newly Expanded and Renovated Chevy Chase DC Residence. Rarely does a Chevy Chase home combine the timeless character of a 1937 residence with the vision of an award-winning designer and the quality of a newly completed luxury renovation. 2921 Legation Street NW is one of those exceptional opportunities. Completely reimagined, expanded, and nearly doubled in size during a three-year renovation completed in early 2026, this residence offers almost 3,700 sq ft of finished living space on a landscaped 5,276-sq-ft lot. Personally designed and curated by the owner, an award-winning kitchen and bath designer, the home blends classic architecture, craftsmanship, premium materials, and modern comfort. Originally purchased new, it remained in the same family for four generations. The original Chevy Chase brick Colonial character was carefully preserved, oak floors were refinished, 1930s solid 6-panel doors refreshed and figured brass door hardware and crystal knobs were polished and reused. Original Antique 6 by 14’ heart pine floor boards were removed from the attic to become the new kitchen flooring. The home offers five bedrooms, including two primary suites, 4.5 baths, and exceptional flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, adult children, or a nanny. A Signature Designer Concierge Package is included with purchase, providing private post-closing consultations to personalize furnishings and styling. A contractor’s warranty covers the newly constructed addition, gourmet kitchen, and renovated bathrooms. At the heart of the home is a 16' x 16' designer kitchen with a professional 48-inch JennAir Rise six-burner gas range with griddle and double ovens, plus a 48-inch built-in JennAir refrigerator/freezer concealed behind custom cabinetry. A recessed Zephyr ceiling-mounted hood preserves views through four floor-to-ceiling black-stained Pella wood casement windows overlooking the rear gardens. The custom natural-walnut island is topped by a dramatic 6' x 4.2' Calacatta Imperial marble slab, complemented by matching counters and tall backsplashes, solid bronze hardware, designer bin pulls, and a House of Rohl polished-nickel bridge faucet. Black Pella French doors open to a freeform flagstone and antique-brick terrace. The luxurious primary bath features heated Calacatta Chablis marble herringbone floors, a six-foot freestanding soaking tub, twin custom reeded vanities with marble tops, gold-leaf framed mirrors, Hudson Valley sconces, and an expansive marble shower with ceiling rain head, wall shower, handheld spray, and floating marble bench. A premium TOTO Washlet bidet completes the retreat. The original hall bath features Thassos and Dolomite marble with a handcrafted mosaic floor. The vaulted third-floor retreat can serve as a primary suite, executive office, sitting room, au pair or nanny suite, or private guest suite. The finished lower level adds recreation space, a bedroom or fitness room, children’s playroom, and full bath. Laundry plumbing on both the second floor and lower level adds convenience. Major improvements include a new two-zone HVAC system with high-efficiency gas furnace and heat pump, a 100% replaced roof with new 50-year architectural shingles, House of Rohl polished-nickel solid-brass plumbing fixtures, and TOTO turbo-flush toilets. Outside, fieldstone walls, freeform flagstone walkways, mature plantings, and outdoor living spaces create a gracious setting. A detached garage, private rear alley-access parking pad, and guest street parking add convenience. Top-rated Lafayette Elementary School is a half-mile walk, sharing the block with a beautiful park setting and neighborhood tennis courts. Walking distance to St. John’s College High School, Broad Branch Market, Rock Creek Park, Chevy Chase Community Center and Library, neighborhood restaurants, the historic Avalon Theatre, shopping, and convenient access to downtown Washington and Metro.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
4 days ago
Listed By
Alexandra I Burrell-Hodges, 7038191023 · Cottage Street Realty LLC, 7032420005
MLS#
DCDC2281316
Source
Bright
Status
ACTIVE-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
2921 Legation St, Washington, DC 20015
City
Washington
County
Washington
Neighborhood
CHEVY CHASE
Zip Code
20015

Architecture

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4.5
Year Built
1937
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
3,600 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Roof
Shingle
Levels
Three Or More
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Gravel, Driveway, Private, Garage, Detached, On Street

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Soaking Tub
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Cooktop, Gas Oven, Double Oven, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Built-In Range
Flooring
Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
Exterior Features
Lighting
Patio and Porch
Patio
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Heating
Natural Gas, Hot Water, Exhaust Fan

Property Features

Lot Size
0.12 Acres
View
Street
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Above Grade
2,939 sq. ft.
Total
3,600 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$2,395,000
Annual Taxes
$6,162

Schools

85/100
Deal Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Washington
Students
1,462
Student–teacher
13.8
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
48% White · 20% Black · 18% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(202) 939-2010
56/100
Brightwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.6 mi
City
Washington
Students
646
Student body
69% Hispanic / Latino · 29% Black · 2% White
Phone
(202) 722-5670
54/100
Jackson-Reed High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.4 mi
City
Washington
Students
1,750
Student body
35% Black · 31% White · 23% Hispanic / Latino
Phone
(202) 282-0120
54/100
Chevy Chase Elementary
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 1.5 mi
City
Chevy Chase
Students
456
Student body
51% White · 22% Black · 11% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
22%
Phone
(301) 657-4994
54/100
District of Columbia International School
High · Grades 06–12 · 1.5 mi
City
Washington
Students
1,654
Student body
40% Hispanic / Latino · 26% Black · 21% White
Phone
(202) 808-9033
54/100
Friendship PCS - Online Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.5 mi
City
Washington
Students
132
Student body
70% Black · 26% White · 3% Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(202) 729-8287
52/100
Murch Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1 mi
City
Washington
Students
573
Student body
58% White · 14% Black · 12% Asian
Phone
(202) 282-0130
52/100
Military Road Early Learning Center
Grades PK–PK · 1.5 mi
City
Washington
Students
70
Student body
44% Black · 31% Hispanic / Latino · 14% White
Phone
(202) 671-6410

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/03/2026Listed for sale$2,395,000

Listed by Alexandra I Burrell-Hodges · Cottage Street Realty LLC · 7032420005

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 3, 2026 at 6:20 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: DCDC2281316

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