5865 Nebraska Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20015 - Photo 1

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$1,285,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
3,054 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Welcome to 5865 Nebraska Avenue NW - a charming four-bedroom, center-hall Colonial rich with character and ideally sited on a leafy, quiet stretch of Nebraska Avenue in Chevy Chase, DC, just steps from the trails and natural beauty of Rock Creek Park. Â The main level welcomes you with a traditional floor plan including formal living and dining rooms, complemented by a rear addition that features a spacious family room and breakfast nook with high ceilings. This inviting space opens directly to the backyard oasis with a patio and lawn-perfect for outdoor dining and play. Recent main floor upgrades include a renovated powder room, new family room and kitchen flooring, and new windows in the original section of the house. Â Grounded by warm hardwood floors, the second floor features three bedrooms and two beautifully renovated bathrooms, including a sunlit primary suite with multiple closets. The third floor provides a flexible space perfect for a fourth bedroom, home office, or creative retreat, and also offers additional storage space.Â Â The finished lower level expands the living space with a large recreation room, full bathroom, and a bonus room that can serve as a guest room, gym, or office. Completing this exceptional offering is convenient and plentiful parking with a driveway and one-car garage.Â Â This special Chevy Chase address pairs timeless architecture with modern updates in an unbeatable location. With Rock Creek Park at your doorstep, Lafayette Elementary and neighborhood parks nearby, and popular spots like Opal, Call Your Mother Deli, and Little Beast just minutes away, 5865 Nebraska Avenue NW offers the perfect balance of charm, convenience, and community. Come explore this unique home for yourself.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5865 Nebraska Ave NW

General

Sold For: $1,285,000
Taxes: $10,166 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
MLS ID: DCDC2224274
Added to Site: 113 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Chair Railings, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Breakfast Area, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Mantel(s), Wood
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring: Hardwood, Partially Carpeted

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Upper Floor Baths: 2
Upper - Full Baths: 2
Main Floor Baths: 1
Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Lower Floor Baths: 1
Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 4
Bedrooms-Up2: 1

Other Rooms

Laundry: Basement

Additional Information

Security/Safety: Smoke Detector, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior

Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Parking Type: Detached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Garage Door Opener, Oversized

Location

County: WASHINGTON
Subdivision: CHEVY CHASE
Cross Streets: 28th St NW
Driving Directions: On the south side of Nebraska Ave NW between Utah and 28th
City Limits: Yes

School Information

School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools
Elementary School: Lafayette
Middle School: Deal Junior High School
High School: Jackson-Reed

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Window Unit(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Electric
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Windows, Improved, Interior Access
Foundation: Other
Roof: Slate
Walls/Ceilings: Cathedral Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
Windows: Screens, Skylights
Doors: Double Entry
Entry Floor Number: 2
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Square Feet: 3,054
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 2,829 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,229 Sq. Ft.
Finished Below Grnd: 600 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1942
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Garage(s)

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,732
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1B
Lot Description: Landscaping
Fencing (Description): Rear

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $583.22
Assessment Year: 2024
City/TownTax: $10,166
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $1,332,370
Tax Amount: $10,166
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2829

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 28

Listed by TTR Sotheby's International Realty, Hugh McDermott and TTR Sotheby's International Realty, Jeffrey M Wilson
Sold by Compass, Harrison Halem

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Schools

Schools serving 5865 Nebraska Ave NW

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Lafayette Elementary School 5701 Broad Branch Road Northwest, Washington, DC 20015	PK-5	0.5 mi
Deal Middle School 3815 Fort Drive Northwest, Washington, DC 20016	6-8	1.4 mi
Jackson-Reed High School 3950 Chesapeake Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20016	9-12	1.6 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 5865 Nebraska Ave NW

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

12/01/2025

Sold

$1,285,000

-1.15%

MLS

10/18/2025

Price Reduced

$1,300,000

-5.45%

MLS

9/26/2025

Listed

$1,375,000

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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.

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Sq. Ft.

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Beds
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5865 Nebraska Ave NW Washington, DC 20015

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General

Interior

Rooms

Bathrooms

Bedrooms

Other Rooms

Additional Information

Exterior

Parking

Location

School Information

Heating & Cooling

Utilities

Structural Information

Unit Information

Unit 1

Additional Structures

Lot Features

Financial Considerations

Disclosures and Reports

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