1739 Shepherd St NW
Washington, DC 20011
Property Highlights
- 6 Bedrooms 4 Full Baths
- 4018 Square Feet
- Concrete Driveway Parking
- EV Charging On-Site
- Columbia Heights NW
- Close to Metro Access
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Year Built
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Property Details
Price: $1,978,250
6 Bed
4 Bath
4,018 Sq Ft
Concrete Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Year Built: 1950
Price: $1,978,250
6 Bed
4 Bath
4,018 Sq Ft
Parking: Concrete Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Year Built: 1950
Executive Summary
1739 Shepherd St NW is a six-bedroom, four-bath single-family home in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, offering 4,018 square feet of interior space on a residential street with a concrete driveway and electric vehicle charging stations. Built in 1950 and priced at $1,978,250, the home presents a rare opportunity to acquire a large-footprint property in one of DC’s most established and walkable NW corridors, with convenient access to the Green and Yellow Line Metro.
A Six-Bedroom Home of Uncommon Scale in Columbia Heights NW
The home at 1739 Shepherd St NW occupies a well-established block in Columbia Heights, one of NW Washington’s most connected and culturally layered neighborhoods. With 4,018 square feet of interior space across six bedrooms and four full baths, the property offers a scale that is genuinely rare in the District’s single-family inventory.
Built in 1950, the home carries the structural character of mid-century NW construction while providing the footprint that larger households and those seeking flexible living arrangements consistently seek. The concrete driveway with electric vehicle charging stations adds a practical, forward-looking amenity that distinguishes the property from comparable homes in the corridor.
Columbia Heights sits at the intersection of walkability and transit access, with the Green and Yellow Line Metro within reach and a dense retail and dining corridor along 14th Street NW. The neighborhood’s mix of row houses, single-family homes, and local commerce gives Shepherd Street a grounded, residential character that larger NW neighborhoods sometimes lack.
At $1,978,250, this home represents a meaningful commitment to one of DC’s most dynamic NW submarkets. The combination of square footage, bedroom count, parking, and location makes 1739 Shepherd St NW a property worth serious consideration from buyers seeking scale and urban connectivity in equal measure.
Property at a Glance
- 6 Bedrooms
- 4 Full Baths
- 4,018 Square Feet
- Built 1950
- Concrete Driveway with EV Charging
- Columbia Heights NW
- Green and Yellow Line Metro Access
- Priced at $1,978,250
Six Bedrooms, Four Baths, and a Footprint Built for DC Living
Interior Space
- 4,018 square feet of interior living space
- 6 bedrooms across the home's layout
- 4 full bathrooms
- Mid-century construction with substantial room proportions
- Flexible floor plan supporting multiple uses
Kitchen and Common Areas
- Full kitchen serving a six-bedroom household
- Dining and living areas scaled to the home's footprint
- Common spaces suited to both daily use and entertaining
Primary and Secondary Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom suite within the six-bedroom layout
- Multiple secondary bedrooms offering flexibility
- Four full baths distributed across the home
- Room configurations supporting home office or guest use
Parking and Exterior
- Concrete driveway providing off-street parking
- Electric vehicle charging stations on-site
- Residential street setting in Columbia Heights NW
What Sets This Apart
- Six-bedroom scale is genuinely rare in NW DC single-family inventory
- Off-street parking with EV charging is a premium differentiator in this market
- Columbia Heights location delivers walkability and Metro access in equal measure
- 4,018 square feet provides room configurations most DC homes cannot offer
- Mid-century construction on an established residential street with lasting character
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 and Commuting
- Green and Yellow Line Metro nearby
- Multiple Metrobus routes along 14th Street NW
- Bicycle infrastructure throughout Columbia Heights
- Convenient access to downtown DC
- Concrete driveway with EV charging for drivers
Dining and Coffee
- 14th Street NW dining corridor within walking distance
- Neighborhood cafes and coffee shops nearby
- Local restaurants reflecting the area's cultural diversity
- Weekend farmers market options in the broader corridor
Groceries and Retail
- Grocery options accessible on foot along 14th Street NW
- Neighborhood retail and service businesses nearby
- Pharmacy and health services in the corridor
- Local hardware and home goods stores within reach
Parks and Recreation
- Neighborhood parks within Columbia Heights
- Rock Creek Park accessible from NW corridor
- Recreation centers serving the neighborhood
- Bike lanes connecting to broader DC trail network
Property Location
About 1739 Shepherd St NW
The home at 1739 Shepherd St NW is a single-family residence offering six bedrooms, four full baths, and 4,018 square feet of interior space in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of NW Washington. Built in 1950, the property reflects the substantial construction standards of mid-century DC residential development, with a room count and overall footprint that are uncommon in the current NW market. The concrete driveway accommodates off-street parking and is equipped with electric vehicle charging stations, a feature that adds meaningful utility for today’s buyers.
Columbia Heights is one of NW Washington’s most walkable and transit-accessible neighborhoods, anchored by the 14th Street NW commercial corridor and served by the Green and Yellow Line Metro. Shepherd Street sits within the residential interior of the neighborhood, offering a quieter street character while remaining close to the full range of amenities the area provides. The neighborhood’s mix of single-family homes, row houses, and multi-family buildings gives it a layered urban texture that distinguishes it from more homogeneous DC submarkets.
Daily life at 1739 Shepherd St NW is shaped by the walkability and density that define Columbia Heights. Local cafes, grocery options, and neighborhood restaurants are accessible on foot, and the Metro provides a direct connection to downtown DC and the broader region. The home’s scale supports a range of living arrangements, from dedicated home office space to guest accommodations, without the spatial compromises that smaller DC properties require.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively in Columbia Heights and the broader NW Washington single-family market, advising sellers and buyers through the nuances of this active and competitive submarket. We bring familiarity with the pricing dynamics, buyer profiles, and comparable sales that shape outcomes for large-footprint homes in this corridor. If you are considering a similar home in Columbia Heights or the surrounding NW neighborhoods, we welcome the conversation — reach out to discuss recent comparables and our perspective on the market.
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