2122 California St NW #452
Washington, DC 20008
Property Highlights
- Kalorama NW Location
- All-Utilities HOA Included
- Surface Parking Included
- 1905 Historic Building
- 2 Bed 1.5 Bath
- 1325 Sq Ft Layout
MLS ID
Parking
Year Built
HOA Fee
Property Details
Sold Price: $540,000
2 Bed
2 Bath
1,325 Sq Ft
Surface Parking
Year Built: 1905
Sold Price: $540,000
2 Bed
2 Bath
1,325 Sq Ft
Parking: Surface Parking
Year Built: 1905
Executive Summary
This 1,325-square-foot two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath residence at 2122 California St NW sits within a storied 1905 building in Kalorama, one of NW Washington’s most established neighborhoods. The HOA structure is notably comprehensive, covering air conditioning, electricity, gas, heat, water, sewer, trash, taxes, lawn maintenance, snow removal, and reserve funds. Surface parking is included. At $540,000, the residence offers a compelling combination of historic character, generous square footage, and a low-friction ownership model for buyers seeking a turnkey position in upper NW DC.
Historic Kalorama Residence with All-Inclusive HOA
The residence at 2122 California St NW #452 occupies a 1905 building in Kalorama, a neighborhood defined by its tree-lined streets, diplomatic presence, and proximity to the cultural anchors of upper NW Washington. At 1,325 square feet, the two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath layout offers meaningful interior space by DC condo standards.
The HOA structure here is one of the most comprehensive available in the DC market. Electricity, gas, heat, air conditioning, water, sewer, trash, taxes, lawn maintenance, snow removal, building maintenance, management, and reserve funds are all covered. For buyers focused on predictable monthly costs, this arrangement significantly simplifies ownership.
Surface parking is included with the residence, a practical advantage in a neighborhood where street parking is consistently competitive. The building’s 1905 origins give it architectural character that newer construction cannot replicate, while the Kalorama address places residents within close reach of the Connecticut Avenue and Columbia Road corridors.
Priced at $540,000, the residence represents a considered entry point into one of NW DC’s most enduring submarkets, with a cost structure that absorbs most of the variable expenses typically associated with urban homeownership.
Residence at a Glance
- 2 Bedrooms / 1.5 Baths
- 1,325 Square Feet
- Built 1905 in Kalorama NW
- Surface Parking Included
- All-Utilities HOA Coverage
- Asking Price $540,000
1,325 Square Feet in a Pre-War Kalorama Building
Interior and Layout
- 1,325 square feet of interior living space
- Two-bedroom floor plan
- One full bath and one half bath
- Pre-war 1905 building construction
- Condo residence type
Building and HOA
- HOA covers electricity gas heat and air conditioning
- Water sewer and trash included in HOA
- Building exterior maintenance covered
- Snow removal and lawn maintenance included
- Property taxes included in HOA structure
- Reserve fund contributions included
Parking and Access
- Surface parking space included with unit
- Walkable to Red Line Metro stations
- Connecticut Avenue and Columbia Road corridors nearby
- Rock Creek Park access from neighborhood
Outdoor and Building Grounds
- Lawn maintenance covered by HOA
- Snow removal managed by association
- Building exterior maintained by HOA
- Kalorama residential street setting
What Sets This Apart
- All-utilities HOA absorbs electricity gas heat and air conditioning costs
- Property taxes folded into HOA structure for simplified ownership
- Surface parking included in a neighborhood with limited street availability
- 1905 pre-war construction in one of NW DC's most established addresses
- 1,325 square feet offers above-average space for the DC condo market
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Transit and Commuting
- Woodley Park Metro Station on the Red Line
- Dupont Circle Metro Station on the Red Line
- Multiple Metrobus routes along Connecticut Ave NW
- Columbia Road corridor bus access
- Surface parking included for vehicle owners
Dining and Coffee
- Connecticut Avenue NW dining and cafe corridor
- Columbia Road Adams Morgan restaurant concentration
- Neighborhood coffee shops within walking distance
- Local bars and casual dining nearby
- Weekend brunch options along both corridors
Groceries and Retail
- Grocery options along Connecticut Avenue NW
- Pharmacy access on the Connecticut Ave corridor
- Neighborhood hardware and home goods nearby
- Local dry cleaning and personal services
- Bank branches along Connecticut Avenue
Parks and Recreation
- Rock Creek Park accessible from the neighborhood
- Montrose Park and Dumbarton Oaks nearby in Georgetown
- Neighborhood pocket parks along residential streets
- Biking and running paths within Rock Creek Park
- Oak Hill Cemetery and surrounding green space
Property Location
About 2122 California St NW #452
The residence at 2122 California St NW #452 is a 1,325-square-foot two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath condo within a 1905 building in Kalorama, NW Washington. The building’s pre-war construction gives it a structural and aesthetic character distinct from the glass-and-steel inventory that dominates newer DC development. Surface parking is deeded with the unit, and the HOA fee covers an extensive list of operating expenses including electricity, gas, heat, air conditioning, water, sewer, trash, taxes, building maintenance, management, snow removal, and reserve funds.
Kalorama is one of NW Washington’s most historically significant residential neighborhoods, situated between Woodley Park to the north and Dupont Circle to the south. The area is characterized by its early-twentieth-century architecture, embassy row adjacency, and the commercial energy of the Connecticut Avenue and Columbia Road corridors nearby. Rock Creek Park is accessible from the neighborhood, and the density of local dining, grocery, and retail options along those corridors supports daily life without requiring a car for most errands.
Residents of this address have walkable access to the Connecticut Avenue corridor and the Columbia Road stretch of Adams Morgan, where a range of cafes, restaurants, and neighborhood retail are concentrated. The Woodley Park Metro station on the Red Line and the Dupont Circle Metro station are both within reasonable walking distance, providing direct access to downtown DC and points beyond. The included surface parking space adds flexibility for those who maintain a vehicle, while the all-inclusive HOA structure removes the friction of managing separate utility accounts.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with buyers and sellers navigating the Kalorama and upper NW DC condo market, including pre-war buildings along the California Street and Connecticut Avenue corridors. We understand the nuances of all-inclusive HOA structures in this submarket and how they factor into true cost-of-ownership comparisons against newer construction. If you are evaluating this residence or similar Kalorama condos, reach out to our team for recent comparable sales and a candid perspective on the submarket.
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