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Property Description
Welcome to this epitome of historic elegance in this newer building, completely gutted in 2014, with all the details and charm of the original 1917 building! This rarely available 2 bed 2 bath condo at The Somerset House is in like new condition and in the heart of Dupont Circle! This special condo is drenched with sunlight throughout the day, with exposures on three sides! It features original Oak hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, original moldings, detailed paneling and trim, recessed lighting and large windows. Entering the unit, you are greeted by a welcoming foyer that leads directly into the generous living space and large windows with a flexible living and dining space. Adjacent to the living room is a spacious eat-in gourmet kitchen. The kitchen is a chef's dream, larger than many single family homes, with stainless steel appliances, a Bertazzoni gas range, marble island, and ample countertops and custom cabinets all the way up to the ceiling. Thoughtfully designed, the space + oversized island is large enough to cook, entertain, and dine. The kitchen also has an additional built-in banquette, surrounded by a beverage fridge with bar area and additional cabinets. You'll never run out of kitchen storage space. In addition there are two bedrooms and two full baths. The primary bedroom has so much light, multiple closets with custom organizers, and an ensuite bathroom. The bathroom has a tiled walk in shower, larger mirror and quartz vanity countertop. On the other side of the condo for full privacy is the 2nd bedroom that also has a spacious custom closet and a 2nd full guest bathroom in the hall with a shower/tub. There is a washer and dryer in the unit that's seamless in its own closet and also an additional deep coat closet in the foyer. The Somerset House Condominium is a lavish Wardman building completely gutted and converted in 2014. The best of city living, new design, and classic historic DC architecture. The amenities include a lobby, front desk concierge, a wine room, party room, fitness center, overflow laundry, a bike room and extra large private assigned storage. The condo is also investor friendly and pet friendly. If you are interested in parking, inquire about a rental spot that is currently available for $250 a month. Welcome Home! For the Open Houses - Reach out to the agent Ari Davis via Call Box for building entry!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1801 16th St NW #511
General
- Sold For: $1,070,000
- Taxes: $6,990 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2197180
- Added to Site: 309 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Foyer, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
- Interior Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wet/Dry Bar, Wine Storage, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom, Main
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2, Main
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: Foyer, Main
- Living Room: Living Room, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Fitness Center, Party Room, Extra Storage, Concierge
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: Washington
- Development Name: Old City #2
- Subdivision: Old City #2
- Building Name: OLD CITY 2
- Cross Streets: S St NW
- Driving Directions: Head northeast on New Hampshire Ave NW toward S St NW, Turn right at the 1st cross street onto S St NW, Turn left onto 16th St NW, building is on the right
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: Garrison
- High School: Cardozo Education Campus
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Water, Sewer, Cable TV, High Speed Internet, Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Management
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size/Weight Restricti
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Beaux Arts
- Architectural Style: Beaux Arts
- Structure Type: Mid-Rise 5 - 8 Floors
- Construction: Brick, Concrete
- Entry Floor Number: 5
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,210
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,210 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1917
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Zoning: R
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $908.26
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $6,990
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $977,750
- Tax Amount: $6,990
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condominium
- Condo: Yes
- Lot Number: 2142
Listed by Compass, Eva M Davis
Sold by Compass, Arielle Davis
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Schools
Schools serving 1801 16th St NW #511
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Garrison Elementary School 1200 S Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Cardozo Education Campus 1200 Clifton Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1801 16th St NW #511
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/16/2025
Sold
$1,070,000
-2.64%
MLS
5/15/2025
Price Reduced
$1,099,000
-4.43%
MLS
4/24/2025
Listed
$1,150,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1801 16th Street NW #511, Washington, DC 20009 (MLS# DCDC2197180) is a Condo property that was sold at $1,070,000 on June 16, 2025. Want to learn more about 1801 16th Street NW #511? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

