5240 COLORADO AVE NW, WASHINGTON,DC 20011

JUST LISTED in 16th Street Heights. Discover timeless elegance and modern comfort in this beautifully updated 1921 semi-detached row home for sale in Washington, DC’s coveted 16th Street Heights neighborhood. This spacious four-bedroom, two full and two half-bath residence seamlessly blends historic charm with refined, contemporary living—offering abundant natural light, inviting space, and distinctive character just moments from Rock Creek Park and minutes to downtown DC.

Step inside to a sun-filled main level featuring a spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace. The formal dining room opens to a NARI award-winning kitchen with three ovens, gas range, built-in microwave, and abundant counter space—ideal for any chef or entertainer. French doors connect the large dining room to a sunny rear deck and the landscaped backyard, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow for al fresco dining and daily enjoyment.

Renovated in 2024, the upper level features four well-proportioned bedrooms and two luxurious full baths, including a serene primary suite with walk-in closet and spa-inspired en-suite bath—double vanity, frameless glass shower, and Art Deco–inspired marble detailing. The guest bath includes porcelain tile, an extra-deep soaking tub, and a sleek glass partition.

Enjoy the classic front porch, shaded from the afternoon sun—perfect for morning coffee, greeting neighbors, evening “porch drinks,” or relaxing while summer rainstorms pass by. Out back, the fenced yard features pet-safe and child-safe evergreen turf, providing a lush, low-maintenance retreat for play, entertaining, or peaceful relaxation. The detached garage includes a built-in EV charging station and extra space for storage.

A partially finished third-floor attic offers flexible space for a home office, studio, or playroom. The lower level includes a half bath, additional laundry, and approximately 1,000 square feet of unfinished basement—ideal for storage, or future bonus living space. Major systems are energy efficient, featuring ductless high-velocity central AC, a tankless combi furnace/water heater, and leased solar panels (Solar Solutions) to help reduce electric costs.

Enjoy a vibrant, welcoming community with wide tree-lined streets, zoned for John Lewis Elementary and Alice Deal Middle School. Blocks from Rock Creek Park, Uptown Farmer’s Market, shops and eateries along Uptown Main Street, including Moreland’s Tavern, Atxondo, Highland’s and Zeke’s.

Don’t miss this move-in ready, energy-efficient 4-bedroom row home with garage, yard, and premium updates in one of Washington’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Owner is a licensed real estate agent.