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Property Description
The best location, the best price. A cheerful, updated space in one of DC's most beloved buildings - this is your moment. Welcome to this spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at The Essex, a full-service condominium in NW DC's charming Wakefield neighborhood. Here, peaceful, tree-lined streets meet the buzz of Connecticut Avenue, with parks, restaurants, and local favorites just a short stroll away. Inside, the unit shines with gleaming parquet floors and a sunny, open layout that includes a dedicated entryway, spacious living and dining area, and big picture windows framing leafy views. The cheerful galley kitchen features an electric range, built-in microwave. No need to pick up a painbrush - the kitchen is perfect with fresh updates, bright lighting and warm finishes. The bathroom's been stylishly updated too, making this space truly move-in ready. The generously sized bedroom comes complete with a ceiling fan and plenty of light. Ample storage makes living here a breeze. Even better? The common laundry is just steps from your front door. Up top? A rooftop deck with panoramic views of the city skyline and treetops, perfect for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or quiet evenings under the stars. Amenities at The Essex include a 24-hour concierge, meeting room, and unbeatable location near Tenleytown and Forest Hills hot spots like Bread Furst, Sfoglina, Comet Ping Pong, Politics and Prose, and the Wilson Aquatic Center. Plus, you're just minutes from both the Van Ness UDC and Tenleytown AU Metro stations for easy access around the city. Cute. Updated. Convenient. And now priced just right. Come see what's waiting for you in your new life at The Essex.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4740 Connecticut Ave NW #204
General
- Sold For: $196,000
- HOA FEE: $940/month
- Taxes: $1,888 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Condo
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: DCDC2205440
- Added to Site: 205 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stove
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Concierge
- Security/Safety: Desk in Lobby, Surveillance Sys, Main Entrance Lock
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Roof, Deck(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: WASHINGTON
- Subdivision: WAKEFIELD
- Building Name: ESSEX
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
- Direction Faces: East
- Location Details: Urban
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
- Elementary School: Murch
- Middle School: Deal
- High School: Wilson Senior
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Air Conditioning, Electricity, Ext Bldg Maint, Gas, Heat, Management, Insurance, Reserve Funds, Trash, Water
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Oil
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Transitional
- Structure Type: Hi-Rise 9+ Floors
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
- Entry Floor Number: 2
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 823
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 823 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 823 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1956
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Lot Features
- Zoning: R5C
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $264.88
- Condo Fee: $940
- Condo Fee Freq: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $1,888
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $319,430
- Tax Amount: $1,888
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 823
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condominium
- Condo: Yes
- Lot Number: 2014
Listed by Compass, Dana Rice
Sold by Compass, Nikki Wilson and Compass, Sina Mollaan
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Schools
Schools serving 4740 Connecticut Ave NW #204
School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Murch Elementary School 4810 36th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20008 | PK-5 | 0.1 mi |
Deal Middle School 3815 Fort Drive Northwest, Washington, DC 20016 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Jackson-Reed High School 3950 Chesapeake Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 4740 Connecticut Ave NW #204
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/29/2025
Sold
$196,000
-10.09%
MLS
9/10/2025
Price Reduced
$218,000
-12.45%
MLS
7/11/2025
Price Reduced
$249,000
-7.78%
MLS
6/27/2025
Listed
$270,000
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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.
4740 Connecticut Avenue NW #204, Washington, DC 20008 (MLS# DCDC2205440) is a Condo property that was sold at $196,000 on December 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 4740 Connecticut Avenue NW #204? 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.

