1449 Harvard St NW #7

Washington, DC 20009

$840,000

Property Highlights

  • Top-Floor Penthouse Residence
  • 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Layout
  • Built 1896 Historic Building
  • Fenced Private Secure Parking
  • Columbia Heights NW Location
  • Close to Columbia Heights Metro
MLS ID
DCDC2163830
Parking
Fenced, Private, Secure Parking
Year Built
1896
HOA Fee

Property Details

Price: $840,000

2 Bed

3 Bath

1,251 Sq Ft

Fenced, Private, Secure Parking

Year Built: 1896

Price: $840,000

2 Bed

3 Bath

1,251 Sq Ft

Fenced, Private, Secure Parking

Year Built: 1896

Executive Summary

Positioned on the top floor of a building dating to 1896, this two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath penthouse residence at 1449 Harvard St NW offers 1,251 square feet in one of NW DC’s most walkable corridors. The residence includes fenced, private, secure parking — a meaningful asset in this neighborhood. HOA coverage spans exterior maintenance, lawn care, sewer, trash, snow removal, and reserve funds, reducing the day-to-day ownership burden considerably. Columbia Heights Metro is close at hand, and the surrounding blocks deliver an exceptional range of dining, retail, and green space.

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1449 Harvard St NW #7 — Columbia Heights, NW

Penthouse Living in a Historic Columbia Heights Building

The residence at 1449 Harvard St NW #7 occupies the top floor of a building constructed in 1896, offering the spatial character of a historic structure alongside the practical benefits of a well-managed condominium. At 1,251 square feet, the two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath layout provides genuine room to live — not the compressed footprint common to many NW DC condos at this price point.

Parking in Columbia Heights is a persistent challenge for buyers, and this residence addresses it directly. The included fenced, private, secure parking space is a tangible advantage that distinguishes this offering from the majority of comparable units in the neighborhood.

The HOA structure here is comprehensive. Exterior building maintenance, custodial services, lawn care, sewer, trash, snow removal, and reserve fund contributions are all covered, leaving owners to focus on the interior rather than the building envelope.

Harvard Street NW sits within easy reach of Columbia Heights Metro, Meridian Hill Park, and the dense retail and dining corridor along 14th Street NW — a combination that makes this one of the more connected addresses in the quadrant.

Top-Floor Position
The penthouse designation here is structural, not marketing. The residence sits on the top floor of a building erected in 1896, with the ceiling heights, window proportions, and architectural detail that era of construction tends to produce. At 1,251 square feet across two bedrooms and two and a half baths, the floor plan is substantive.
Parking Included
Fenced, private, secure parking is included with the residence. In Columbia Heights, where street parking is competitive and garage options are limited, this is a concrete differentiator. Buyers who have searched this neighborhood understand how rarely parking of this quality appears at this price point.
HOA Coverage
The HOA covers exterior building maintenance, custodial services, lawn care, sewer, trash, snow removal, and contributions to reserve funds. That scope of coverage meaningfully reduces the unpredictable cost exposure that comes with owning in an older building, and it reflects a well-structured condominium association.
Neighborhood Access
Harvard Street NW places residents within a short walk of Columbia Heights Metro on the Green and Yellow Lines, Meridian Hill Park, and the 14th Street NW commercial corridor. Local cafes, grocery options, and neighborhood restaurants are accessible on foot, making car ownership genuinely optional for daily errands.

Residence at a Glance

  • Top-floor penthouse in an 1896 building
  • 1,251 sq ft with 2 beds and 2.5 baths
  • Fenced private secure parking included
  • Comprehensive HOA coverage
  • Close to Columbia Heights Metro
  • 14th Street NW corridor nearby
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Property Features — 1449 Harvard St NW #7

A Penthouse Residence With Depth and Distinction

The features at 1449 Harvard St NW #7 reflect the advantages of a top-floor position in a building with genuine architectural history. The 1,251-square-foot layout, included parking, and comprehensive HOA coverage combine to produce a residence that is well-suited to the demands of urban ownership in NW DC.

Interior and Layout

  • 1,251 square feet of living space on the top floor
  • Two bedrooms with two full baths
  • Additional half bath for guest convenience
  • Penthouse position with no unit above
  • Building constructed in 1896 with historic architectural character
  • Condominium structure with professional management

Kitchen

  • Kitchen positioned within the open living area of the penthouse floor plan
  • Configuration suited to the 1,251-square-foot residence
  • Access to the main living and dining areas

Primary Suite

  • Primary bedroom with en-suite full bath
  • Top-floor position provides added privacy
  • Layout accommodates standard bedroom furnishings comfortably

Parking and Exterior

  • Fenced private secure parking included with the residence
  • Exterior building maintenance covered by HOA
  • Lawn maintenance and snow removal managed collectively
  • Building envelope maintained through reserve fund contributions

What Sets This Apart

  • Top-floor penthouse in a building with 125-plus years of architectural history
  • Included fenced private parking — rare at this price point in Columbia Heights
  • HOA covers exterior maintenance, sewer, trash, and snow removal
  • 1,251 square feet is a substantive footprint for an NW DC condo
  • Green and Yellow Line Metro access within walking distance
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Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Life Within Reach

A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.   

Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Life Within Reach

A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.   

Transit Access
  • Columbia Heights Metro — Green and Yellow Lines nearby
  • Multiple Metrobus routes along 14th Street NW
  • Walkable to Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro as an alternate option
  • Bike lanes and Capital Bikeshare stations in the corridor
Dining and Coffee
  • Dense restaurant and cafe concentration along 14th Street NW
  • Neighborhood coffee shops within walking distance
  • Diverse dining options reflecting the character of Columbia Heights
  • Bar and nightlife options along the 11th Street NW corridor
Grocery and Retail
  • Grocery options accessible on foot from Harvard Street NW
  • Pharmacy and convenience retail nearby
  • Columbia Heights retail plaza within the neighborhood
  • Farmers market access in the broader area
Parks and Recreation
  • Meridian Hill Park — a major NW green space — nearby
  • Neighborhood pocket parks along residential streets
  • Recreation center facilities in the Columbia Heights area
  • Walking and running routes through adjacent Lanier Heights

Property Location

About 1449 Harvard St NW #7

The residence at 1449 Harvard St NW #7 is a top-floor penthouse unit within a building that dates to 1896 — a construction vintage that brings with it the architectural proportions and material character rarely found in newer condominium developments. The 1,251-square-foot floor plan accommodates two bedrooms and two full baths, with an additional half bath that adds meaningful day-to-day convenience. Fenced, private, secure parking is included, a feature that carries real weight in this part of NW DC.

Columbia Heights is one of the most walkable and transit-connected neighborhoods in NW DC, anchored by the Columbia Heights Metro station on the Green and Yellow Lines. The 14th Street NW corridor runs nearby, offering a dense concentration of restaurants, cafes, and retail that has made this stretch one of the more active commercial strips in the city. Meridian Hill Park, a significant green space in the quadrant, is within easy reach of Harvard Street. The surrounding residential blocks retain the row house scale and tree canopy characteristic of this part of the city.

Day-to-day life from this address is oriented around walkability. Local grocery options, neighborhood coffee shops, and a broad range of dining are accessible without a car, and Columbia Heights Metro puts downtown DC and points south within a short commute. The HOA’s coverage of exterior maintenance, trash, snow removal, and sewer means that ownership here is relatively low-friction — the building’s operational demands are managed collectively, leaving residents to engage with the neighborhood rather than the building envelope. The combination of a historic structure, a penthouse position, and included parking makes this a residence that is genuinely difficult to replicate in the immediate area.

A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively in Columbia Heights and the broader 14th Street NW corridor, advising buyers navigating the condominium and row house market in this part of NW DC. We understand the nuances of purchasing in historic buildings — from reserve fund analysis to the practical value of included parking — and we bring that perspective to every transaction. If you are considering a penthouse or condo purchase in Columbia Heights or a neighboring NW submarket, reach out and we would be glad to share recent comparables and our read on current conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Property

Key details about the residence, building, and location to help you evaluate this opportunity.

The HOA at 1449 Harvard St NW covers common area maintenance, custodial services, exterior building maintenance, lawn care, management, reserve fund contributions, sewer, snow removal, and trash. That is a comprehensive scope of coverage that reduces unpredictable ownership costs, particularly relevant in a building of this age.
The residence includes one fenced, private, secure parking space. In Columbia Heights, where off-street parking is limited and competitive, this is a meaningful differentiator. Buyers comparing this residence to others in the neighborhood should weigh the parking inclusion carefully in their analysis.
The building at 1449 Harvard St NW was constructed in 1896, making it part of the late-Victorian residential fabric of Columbia Heights. Buildings of this vintage typically feature higher ceilings, thicker masonry walls, and architectural detailing not found in modern construction. Buyers should review the building’s inspection and reserve fund history as part of due diligence.
Columbia Heights Metro, served by the Green and Yellow Lines, is close at hand from Harvard Street NW. The station provides direct access to downtown DC, U Street, and points south and north on both lines. Additional Metrobus service along 14th Street NW supplements rail access.
Harvard Street NW sits in Columbia Heights, one of NW DC’s most walkable and transit-rich neighborhoods. The 14th Street NW corridor nearby offers a dense mix of restaurants, cafes, and retail. Meridian Hill Park provides significant green space within the neighborhood, and the surrounding residential streets retain a row house scale characteristic of this part of the city.
The residence is listed at 840,000 dollars, which reflects the penthouse position, 1,251-square-foot footprint, included parking, and comprehensive HOA coverage. Buyers evaluating this against comparable NW DC condos should account for the parking value and HOA scope, both of which are above average for the Columbia Heights submarket.
The input data does not specify additional building amenities beyond the HOA services and included parking. Buyers should request the full condominium documents, including the rules and regulations and any amenity disclosures, as part of their due diligence process prior to making an offer.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have deep familiarity with the Columbia Heights condo market and the practical considerations of purchasing in historic NW DC buildings. We can provide recent comparable sales, guidance on HOA document review, and advisory support through the full transaction. Reach out to start the conversation.

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