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4 Beds
3 Baths
3,078 sqft

$1,275,000

5742 26TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DC, 20015

Price per sqft$414.23
Built in1950
Property size3,078 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

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Listed Oct 15, 2026

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A Classic Chevy Chase Residence — Timeless Character, Suburban Charm 5742 26th Street NW | Chevy Chase, Washington, D.C. Built in 1950, this distinctive brick split-level residence captures the enduring appeal of Chevy Chase, D.C.—a neighborhood long cherished for its tree-lined streets, established homes, and quiet connection to the nation’s capital. As Chevy Chase, DC, boomed in the post-World War II era, developers advertised investment lures, including incentives to buy in Chevy Chase: a new Chevy automobile with your new home. Get a new Chevy in Chevy Chase; needless to say, this advertisement became very popular and was quite enticing to newlyweds in post-war 2 celebrations. With over 3,000 square feet of living space across five finished levels, this thoughtfully designed home offers four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a wood-burning fireplace, and an oversized one-car garage. Beautiful refinished oak and parquet hardwood floors, elegant crown molding, classic chair rails, modern appliances, and an updated owner’s bath blend mid-century character with the comforts of contemporary living. The home reflects an era when Chevy Chase emerged as a favored bedroom community for generations of Washington professionals, including federal government employees who sought a peaceful residential setting beyond the bustle of downtown. In the days of the streetcar, the promise was simple: a welcoming home, a quieter pace of life, and convenient access to the city and booming surrounding attractions of Bethesda and Friendship Heights. That appeal continues today. Set on a quiet street, the property features a privately landscaped, fenced rear yard—an inviting retreat for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying nature at home. Its location offers convenient access to Rock Creek Park, Connecticut Avenue, neighborhood shopping, fine dining, exercise trails, and everyday amenities. Commuting and travel are equally convenient, with access to public transportation, Metrorail, major commuter routes, and regional highways connecting Washington, Maryland, and Virginia, including the Capital Beltway, I-270, and I-95. The area also provides access to the region’s airports and the many cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities of the nation’s capital. There is a special nostalgia to this property: a brick home built in an era of postwar optimism, when the American dream often meant a home of one’s own in a welcoming suburban neighborhood. Whether you recall the streetcars of an earlier generation or enjoy today’s conveniences, 5742 26th Street NW offers a compelling blend of classic architecture, generous living space, privacy, and location. The property is sold as-is, as part of an Estate. A timeless Chevy Chase home, where mid-century charm meets the enduring appeal of Washington living.

$8,483/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $1,275,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
DCDC2287640

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.21 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$9,703
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
View
Yes
Pets Allowed
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No
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Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Listing Contact: 5714380111 

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