628 Carolina Ave #5C Washington, DC 20003

Listing details for 628 Carolina Ave #5C, Washington, DC 20003 : Rare residence in the historic Maples manor house - This two-level home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths on over 2000 square feet. The gourmet chef's kitchen with Viking appliances, exposed brick, wide plank walnut hardwood throughout & spa-like baths set this home apart. The unit has direct access to a large courtyard, providing ample space for dining al fresco or other entertaining possibilities. As if this wasn't enough, there are two full-sized parking spaces in a secured underground garage. For historical interest, this Georgian-style manor house is the oldest building on Capitol Hill and 2nd oldest home in the District built in 1795. It was visited often by George Washington and owned by several prominent historical figures including Francis Scott Key in 1815, one year after he wrote “The Star Spangled Banner,” and Mrs. Emily Edson Briggs, the famous American journalist behind the “Olivia” letters. In bounds for Brent & St. Peter’s Elementary School, a stone's throw from Eastern Market, Barracks Row, Metro, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, the list goes on and on. And let's not forget, it ranks at a 98% Walk Score.