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This 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouse at 1603 S Street NW in WASHINGTON, DC is listed for $2,249,900 ($1,046 per sqft). Built in 1865, the home offers 2,150 sqft of living space on a 0.04 acres lot.
Dupont Compound - an exceptional offering in the heart of Dupont Circle, featuring a main residence, separate English basement, and a detached carriage house with private parking. A rare combination of scale, architectural significance, and seamless income potential, all set in one of Washington's most iconic locations.
First public offering since 1965! The main residence features 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, complemented by a legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath English basement apartment, and a detached ADU carriage house with a large private garage and an upper-level studio. The main residence is defined by soaring ceilings and a light-filled open layout, anchored by a chef's kitchen that flows seamlessly to a private rear deck, ideal for elevated indoor-outdoor living.
Upstairs, the primary suite captures treetop views and a direct sightline to the iconic Scottish Rite Temple, while a second bedroom and bath offer flexibility and value-add potential. Expansion opportunities remain, with additional buildable space and plans that may convey.
The separately metered English basement offers high ceilings, updated finishes, a full kitchen, fireplace, in-unit washer/dryer, and dual access, perfect for refined guest living or income. Completing the offering is the coveted detached carriage house, featuring a private garage and an upper-level studio apartment.
Fully self-contained with a kitchen, bath and washer/dryer, providing exceptional privacy and versatility as a guest suite, home office, or premium rental. Both auxiliary units have been consistently leased, delivering strong, reliable income with flexibility for long- or short-term use.
1603 S Street NW offers the perfect blend of location, scale, tranquility and income potential, with room to expand. A rare opportunity to own a true compound in one of DC's most iconic neighborhoods. In a rapidly disappearing category of single-family homes with carriage houses, offerings like this are exceptionally scarce.
Key Features
- Built in 1865
- 0.04 acre lot
- 3 stories
- 1 parking spaces
- Fireplace
Property Details
Amenities
Monthly Cost Estimate
$12,033/mo
20% down · 6.5% · 30 years
Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.
Location
1603 S Street NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20009
DUPONT CIRCLE
Property Details
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Questions & Answers
This 3-bedroom, 4-bathroom townhouse at 1603 S Street NW is listed at $2,249,900 ($1,046/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $9,750 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.
Key features include: Built in 1865, 0.04 acre lot, 3 stories, 1 parking spaces, Fireplace.
This property is listed by Harry N Dunstan III and can be reached at 2407315562 or nicholas.dunstan@cbmove.com.


















































































