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MLS: #DCDC2282056, Listed By: John Mahshie, Compass, Source:Bright MLS

4640 Blagden Avenue

WASHINGTON, DC 20011
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

SqFt4,036

Sqft

Acres0.20

Acre(Lot)

The genius of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959) manifested itself not only in his work but also in his theories of residential architecture. He believed that the house was as organic as its occupants and should therefore function as a living entity. Large and open living spaces where the residents could enjoy light and views were paramount, as well as fully operable windows that allow for ventilation without the use of mechanical systems. Here, a two-story tower of windows punctuates one corner of the front, accompanied by a series of clerestory-like windows. These details plus a stone-clad chimney all pay homage to Fallingwater. The main block of the house is long and horizontal. The south-facing façade is reached by a series of terraced staircases, reminiscent of Wright’s work at Taliesin West and the c. 1902 Arthur B. Heurtley House in Oak Park, Illinois. This house was designed by the African American-owned architectural firm of Byrd & Bryant which was a prominent and successful local business. It had several residential commissions in Crestwood, this one being its most distinguished. Wright’s profound effect on the spirit of homebuilding is immediately discernible. Constructed in 1958, the house blends the Prairie Style with elements that began to appear in the modernist design vocabulary of the late 1950s. This is an exceedingly rare opportunity to purchase a house that has sold only twice in the last 70 years. The current owners were exemplary custodians of this fine composition: spacious enough for entertaining and intimate enough to be a private urban retreat. The kitchen and bathrooms were renovated with the objective of maintaining the original feeling of the house with high-quality materials and fixtures. The main living space is framed by a vaulted ceiling, and the experience of the interiors is one of tranquility. Original woodwork was preserved, and details such as the custom cast-iron gate which mirrors the detail of the front door are indicative of the level of craftsmanship that comprises the overall esthetic. Approximately 4,200 square feet are disposed over two floors, and all four bedrooms, two living spaces, office, and service rooms have been carefully addressed in the owners’ restoration. The outdoor spaces are as engaging as the interior where one moves through a series of rooms discretely set off by different textures and dimensions of plantings. A two-car garage is accessed on the side of the house, obviating any visual distractions from the entrance.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,195,000

AD Id : 91164151

MLS Id : DCDC2282056

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.20 Acre

Living Area Size : 4,036 Sq. Ft

Tax Amount : $14,747

Year Built : 1958

Garage : 2

County : WASHINGTON

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 3 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished
  • Interior Features

    Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Electric

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1958 Building Area Total: 4175 Construction Materials: Brick Pool Features: None Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Size Acres: 0.2 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 8737

    Property Information

    Subdivision: CRESTWOOD Source Property Type: Residential Postal Code Plus 4: 3712 Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Three Or More Property Age: 68

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $2195000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 2659//0847 Tax Lot: 847 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $14747

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 4 Garage, Driveway, Attached

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Location Information

    Direction: GPS WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/07/2026 @ 22:31

MLS: DCDC2282056 LISTED BY: John Mahshie, Compass 202-386-6330 SOURCE: Bright MLS

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