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Property Description
Step into the timeless charm of 4236 River Road, a beautifully restored 1918 Arts & Crafts bungalow nestled just two blocks from the Tenleytown-AU METRO station. This captivating home in the sought-after American University Park neighborhood offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history while enjoying easy access to local shops, restaurants, and parks. Updated walkways lead through the temporally blooming front garden to a welcoming covered entry portico. Inside, discover a seamless blend of original character and thoughtful modern updates. The living room offers a warm and inviting ambiance perfect for both relaxed evenings and lively gatherings with friends. Gleaming original hardwood floors flow into a sun-drenched sunroom boasting a vaulted bead board ceiling. Conveniently located on the main level is an updated full bathroom and a charming first-floor bedroom. The timeless kitchen features classic Shaker-style cabinets, elegant dark synthetic stone countertops, subway-tiled backsplash, and bright white appliances, while the cork flooring adds a touch of comfort. The dining room provides access to a stunning screened-in porch, perfect for enjoying morning coffee, an intimate dinner, or simply observing the local birdlife. The serene primary bedroom suite is located on the second floor. Exquisite woodwork, built-in bookcases, skylight, and thoughtfully integrated dormer windows create a tranquil retreat. The cheerfully renovated second-level bathroom features a spa shower with a custom-made glass enclosure and a luxurious heated towel rack. Granite steps, repurposed from the U.S. Capitol, add a touch of history to the kitchen-side entrance. Unique wrought iron handrails by Richmond metal artist Andrew White guide the transition, a bespoke artistic feature. Outside, the established garden, designed by DCA Landscape Architects, offers a lovely outdoor escape. This exceptional property also boasts a detached 1-car garage with a 240-volt outlet for EV charging. Fencing encloses the property, which also includes an additional off-street parking space accessible from the alley. Enjoy a true sense of community in this highly sought-after neighborhood, with all the perks of city living at your fingertips. This house is one of a kind. Welcome Home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4236 River Rd NW
General
- Sold For: $1,287,500
- Taxes: $9,086 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2197458
- Added to Site: 308 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Type: Detached Garage, Off Street, On Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Washington
- Development Name: American University Park
- Subdivision: American University Park
- Driving Directions: Heading south on Wisconsin Ave, right onto Western Ave NW, left onto River Rd NW, destination will be on the left.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: Janney
- Middle School: Deal
- High School: Wilson Senior
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Poured Concrete
- Foundation: Slab
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,688
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,752 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1918
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,775
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-1B
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $727.74
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $9,086
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,188,060
- Tax Amount: $9,086
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1752
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 54
Listed by Weichert, REALTORS, Ashley Fitzgerald
Sold by Compass, Charles S Cornell
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Schools
Schools serving 4236 River Rd NW
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Janney Elementary School 4130 Albemarle Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016 | PK-5 | 0.2 mi |
Deal Middle School 3815 Fort Drive Northwest, Washington, DC 20016 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Jackson-Reed High School 3950 Chesapeake Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016 | 9-12 | 0.3 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 4236 River Rd NW
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/02/2025
Sold
$1,287,500
0.98%
MLS
4/24/2025
Listed
$1,275,000
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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.
4236 River Road NW, Washington, DC 20016 (MLS# DCDC2197458) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,287,500 on June 02, 2025. Want to learn more about 4236 River Road NW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

