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This 12-bedroom, 11-bathroom single family at 1633 16TH ST NW in WASHINGTON, DC is listed for $4,700,000. Built in 1885, on a 0.06 acres lot.

Agent Description

Listing Description Rare opportunity to acquire an iconic Romanesque Revival mansion in the heart of Logan Circle's Historic District. Formerly home to the Bolivian and Ecuadorian embassies, this ±10,000 SF property offers flexible zoning, strategic corner visibility on 16th and R Streets, and Victorian architectural character in one of DC's most prestigious, walkable neighborhoods.

The Shehan Mansion at 1633 16th St NW in Washington, DC is a historic and versatile property offering multiple living spaces. The estate currently includes four distinct suites totaling 10,539 square feet. The main residence spans 6,800 SF across four levels and features over eight bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms.

Additional accommodations include a 2-bedroom, 1,250 SF carriage house suite with a side parking space, a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom garden apartment measuring 1,400 SF, and a 450 SF studio unit. The property also includes two 350 SF garages, offering added functionality.

Sales Highlights : 8+ Bedrooms, 6.5 Bathrooms Across 6,700 SF and 4 Floors Detached 2-BD, 1-BA Carriage House (1,250 SF) with Private Entry 2-BD, 2-BA Garden Apartment (1,400 SF) with Private Access Prominent Corner Lot along DC's Embassy Row Property to be sold in its present condition, 'As Is,' with no warranties expressed or implied by the seller

Key Features

  • Built in 1885
  • 0.06 acre lot
  • 4 stories

Property Details

4 stories
10 full, 1 half
1885

Monthly Cost Estimate

$25,137/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$3,399
Interest$20,367
Insurance$1,371

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

1633 16TH ST NW

WASHINGTON, DC 20009

OLD CITY #2

Property Details

Flooring

Laminate

Construction

Brick

Parking

CarportGarageGarage - Attached

Heating

CentralForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Questions & Answers

This 12-bedroom, 11-bathroom single family at 1633 16TH ST NW is listed at $4,700,000. The estimated monthly payment is $20,367 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1885, 0.06 acre lot, 4 stories.

This property is listed by Siva Selvanayagam and can be reached at 8885360216 or siva.selvan@longandfoster.com.

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Siva Selvanayagam

Agent at McLean

(888) 536-0216

Listed by McLean · View on Broker Site

MLS# DCDC2254220· Source: listhub· Updated 6 days ago

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1633 16TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009

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