5119 Cathedral Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
Property Highlights
- 3866 Sq Ft Interior
- 4 Bed 4.5 Bath
- Built 2009
- Garage Plus Driveway
- Cathedral Ave NW
- Upper NW Location
MLS ID
Parking
Year Built
HOA Fee
Property Details
Price: $1,710,000
4 Bed
5 Bath
3,866 Sq Ft
1 Garage Space, Assigned Parking, Paved Driveway, Surface Parking
Year Built: 2009
Price: $1,710,000
4 Bed
5 Bath
3,866 Sq Ft
1 Garage Space, Assigned Parking, Paved Driveway, Surface Parking
Year Built: 2009
Executive Summary
5119 Cathedral Ave NW is a four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home in the Palisades neighborhood of NW Washington, built in 2009 and spanning 3,866 square feet of finished interior space. The home offers a garage, assigned parking, and a paved driveway — a meaningful combination in this part of the city. Priced at $1,710,000, it represents a considered opportunity in one of DC’s most established residential corridors.
A Substantial Palisades Home on Cathedral Avenue
Cathedral Avenue NW runs through some of the most enduring residential real estate in Washington. At 5119, a four-bedroom home built in 2009 occupies a position in the Palisades — a neighborhood defined by tree-lined streets, proximity to the C&O Canal, and a strong sense of architectural continuity.
The home spans 3,866 square feet across four full baths and one half bath, with a garage, assigned parking, and a paved driveway providing a level of parking flexibility that is genuinely uncommon in NW DC. Construction from 2009 means the bones, systems, and finishes reflect a more recent generation of residential building than much of the surrounding stock.
The Palisades sits at the western edge of NW Washington, bordered by Glover-Archbold Park and the Potomac River corridor. MacArthur Boulevard anchors the neighborhood’s commercial life, with local dining, coffee, and daily services within easy reach. The George Washington Parkway and Canal Road provide direct access to both downtown DC and Northern Virginia.
Property at a Glance
- 4 Bedrooms / 4.5 Baths
- 3,866 Square Feet
- Built 2009
- Garage + Driveway Parking
- Palisades NW Washington
- Asked at $1,710,000
3,866 Square Feet of 2009 Construction in the Palisades
Interior and Layout
- 3,866 square feet of finished interior space
- 4 bedrooms across the layout
- 4 full baths plus 1 half bath
- Construction year 2009 with updated building systems
- Single-family detached home configuration
Kitchen and Living
- Full kitchen as part of the main living level
- Open flow between kitchen and primary living areas
- Scale of home supports formal and informal dining configurations
- Interior square footage accommodates generous room sizes throughout
Primary Suite
- Primary bedroom suite with en-suite full bath
- Scale of home allows for a well-proportioned primary suite
- Additional bedrooms served by full baths throughout the home
- Layout supports flexible use of upper-level bedroom spaces
Parking and Exterior
- 1 garage space included
- Assigned parking space
- Paved driveway
- Surface parking available
- Residential lot on Cathedral Ave NW
What Sets This Apart
- 2009 construction is notably newer than most Palisades housing stock
- Four distinct parking options are rare for NW DC single-family homes
- Nearly 3,900 square feet provides room configurations uncommon at this address
- Cathedral Avenue location connects directly to Georgetown and upper NW corridors
- Four full baths across a four-bedroom layout supports flexible household configurations
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 Access
- Tenleytown-AU Metro station (Red Line) accessible via Cathedral Ave NW
- Frequent Metrobus service along Massachusetts Ave and MacArthur Blvd
- George Washington Parkway provides direct access to Northern Virginia
- Canal Road connects to downtown DC and Rock Creek Parkway
- Reagan National Airport reachable via GW Parkway without entering downtown
Dining and Coffee
- MacArthur Boulevard dining corridor within the neighborhood
- Independent cafes and coffee shops along the Palisades commercial strip
- Georgetown restaurant and bar scene a short drive east
- Tenleytown and American University Park dining options nearby
- Local neighborhood grocery and specialty food retail within reach
Parks and Outdoors
- Glover-Archbold Park trail system borders the neighborhood
- C&O Canal towpath accessible via Canal Road
- Battery Kemble Park nearby for open green space
- Potomac River waterfront parks and trails within easy reach
- Rock Creek Park accessible via the broader NW trail network
Nearby Services
- Neighborhood grocery and pharmacy options along MacArthur Blvd
- American University campus a short distance up Massachusetts Ave
- Sibley Memorial Hospital located nearby on Reservoir Road
- Georgetown retail and services easily accessible by car
- Western Avenue connects to Chevy Chase and Montgomery County MD
Property Location
About 5119 Cathedral Ave NW
The home at 5119 Cathedral Ave NW was built in 2009, a construction vintage that brings updated systems and building standards to a neighborhood where the surrounding housing stock is predominantly older. At 3,866 square feet, the layout accommodates four bedrooms and four full baths, with an additional half bath for guests. The garage, paved driveway, assigned parking, and surface parking collectively offer a parking solution that is well above average for this part of the city.
The Palisades occupies the far western edge of NW Washington, bounded by Glover-Archbold Park, Battery Kemble Park, and the Potomac River corridor. MacArthur Boulevard serves as the neighborhood’s main commercial artery, lined with independent restaurants, coffee shops, and local services. The neighborhood’s street grid is quiet and residential, with mature tree canopy and a scale that feels distinct from the denser parts of NW DC.
Daily life in the Palisades centers on MacArthur Boulevard, where local dining and coffee options are within walking distance of Cathedral Avenue. Glover-Archbold Park and the C&O Canal towpath provide extensive trail access for running, cycling, and walking along the Potomac. Georgetown is a short drive east, and the George Washington Parkway connects quickly to Northern Virginia and Reagan National Airport.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with buyers and sellers navigating the upper NW Washington market, including the Palisades, Spring Valley, and the broader 20016 zip code. We understand the nuances of this submarket — from the premium placed on newer construction to the parking dynamics that shape value on Cathedral Avenue and surrounding streets. If you are considering a single-family home in the Palisades or upper NW DC, we welcome the conversation and are glad to share recent comparable sales and our perspective on current market conditions.
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