704 Rhode Island Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
Property Highlights
- 1880 Historic Row House
- 3 Bedroom Layout
- 2 Full Baths
- Private Fenced Parking
- Bloomingdale NW Location
- Close to Shaw Metro
MLS ID
Parking
Year Built
HOA Fee
Property Details
Sold Price: $747,000
3 Bed
2 Bath
1,288 Sq Ft
Fenced, Paved Parking, Private, Surface Parking
Year Built: 1880
Sold Price: $747,000
3 Bed
2 Bath
1,288 Sq Ft
Parking: Fenced, Paved Parking, Private, Surface Parking
Year Built: 1880
Executive Summary
Built in 1880, this three-bedroom, two-bath row house on Rhode Island Ave NW sits in the heart of Bloomingdale, one of NW DC’s most architecturally intact and walkable neighborhoods. The home spans 1,288 square feet across a classic DC row house footprint, with the added practicality of private, fenced, paved parking — a genuine rarity at this price point. Priced at $747,000, it represents a well-positioned entry into a neighborhood with deep historic fabric and strong urban connectivity.
A Bloomingdale Row House With History, Parking, and Urban Reach
The home at 704 Rhode Island Ave NW is a three-bedroom, two-bath DC row house built in 1880, situated in Bloomingdale — a neighborhood defined by its late-Victorian streetscapes, front-porch culture, and proximity to some of NW DC’s most active corridors.
At 1,288 square feet, the floor plan is efficient without feeling constrained, offering the kind of proportions that characterize well-preserved row houses of this era. Private, fenced, paved parking at the rear is a meaningful practical advantage in a neighborhood where street parking is competitive.
Rhode Island Ave NW connects directly to Shaw, LeDroit Park, and the broader NoMa corridor, placing this home within easy reach of multiple Metro lines, the Metropolitan Branch Trail, and a dense concentration of restaurants, markets, and neighborhood institutions.
For buyers seeking an authentic DC row house with genuine historic provenance, private parking, and walkable urban access, 704 Rhode Island Ave NW presents a considered opportunity in a neighborhood that has maintained its character through decades of change.
At a Glance
- 3 Bedrooms / 2 Full Baths
- 1,288 Square Feet
- Built 1880
- Private Fenced Parking
- Bloomingdale, NW DC
- Asking $747,000
Three Bedrooms, Private Parking, and 140 Years of DC History
Interior and Layout
- 1,288 square feet of interior living space
- 3 bedrooms across the upper levels
- 2 full bathrooms
- Row house layout with classic NW DC proportions
- Built 1880 with historic structural character
Kitchen and Main Level
- Main-level kitchen and living areas consistent with the row house typology
- Layout reflects the original 1880 floor plan proportions
- Connected flow between living and dining areas typical of the era
Bedrooms and Baths
- Three bedrooms providing flexible room configuration
- Two full baths serving the household
- Upper-level bedroom layout consistent with late-Victorian row house design
Parking and Exterior
- Private fenced parking at the rear of the property
- Paved surface parking — a significant advantage in Bloomingdale
- Fenced enclosure providing security and defined boundary
- Row house facade consistent with the neighborhood's historic streetscape
What Sets This Apart
- Private fenced parking is rare at this price point in Bloomingdale
- 1880 construction date among the earliest on the block
- Rhode Island Ave NW address provides direct corridor access to Shaw and NoMa
- Three-bedroom configuration offers flexibility uncommon in sub-1,300 sq ft row houses
- No HOA or condo fee structure — full fee-simple ownership
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
- Shaw-Howard Metro station nearby on the Green and Yellow lines
- Rhode Island Ave Metro station accessible on the Red line
- Metropolitan Branch Trail provides off-street cycling access
- Multiple Metrobus routes along Rhode Island Ave NW
- Convenient access to North Capitol St and New York Ave corridors
Dining and Coffee
- Rhode Island Ave NW corridor lined with neighborhood restaurants and cafes
- First Street NW dining and bar scene a short walk south
- Shaw's 7th and 9th Street NW restaurant rows within easy reach
- Neighborhood coffee shops concentrated along the main commercial strips
- Local brunch and dinner options within the immediate Bloomingdale blocks
Groceries and Markets
- Neighborhood grocery options along Rhode Island Ave NW and nearby corridors
- Farmers market access in the broader Shaw and LeDroit Park area
- Local convenience and specialty food retail within walking distance
- Drugstore and pharmacy options accessible along the Rhode Island Ave corridor
Parks and Recreation
- Metropolitan Branch Trail for cycling and walking accessible nearby
- Brightwood and LeDroit Park green spaces within the broader neighborhood
- Smith-Hazel Recreation Center in the surrounding area
- Proximity to National Mall and downtown DC parks via transit or trail
Property Location
About 704 Rhode Island Ave NW
The home at 704 Rhode Island Ave NW is a three-bedroom, two-bath DC row house built in 1880, offering 1,288 square feet of interior space across a classic NW DC footprint. The structure reflects the late-Victorian residential architecture that defines Bloomingdale’s streetscape, with the proportions and massing typical of the neighborhood’s original housing stock. Private, fenced, paved parking at the rear addresses one of the most persistent practical challenges for DC row house buyers in this corridor.
Bloomingdale is one of NW DC’s most cohesive historic neighborhoods, characterized by intact late-19th-century row house blocks, a strong neighborhood identity, and a location that bridges several of the city’s most active districts. Rhode Island Ave NW serves as the neighborhood’s main artery, connecting residents southward toward Shaw and eastward toward the NoMa and Eckington corridors. The neighborhood’s proximity to the Metropolitan Branch Trail and multiple Metro lines gives it a transit accessibility that complements its walkable, human-scaled street grid.
Daily life in Bloomingdale centers on a walkable mix of neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, and local markets concentrated along Rhode Island Ave NW and First Street NW. The Metropolitan Branch Trail, accessible nearby, offers a dedicated off-street route for cyclists and pedestrians connecting to Union Station, NoMa, and points north toward Silver Spring. The neighborhood’s front-porch culture and block-level community events give it a distinctly residential character uncommon in neighborhoods this close to downtown DC.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with buyers and sellers across Bloomingdale, Shaw, LeDroit Park, and the broader NW DC row house market. We bring firsthand knowledge of the Bloomingdale submarket — including how private parking, historic provenance, and block position affect pricing and negotiation dynamics in this corridor. If you are considering a row house in Bloomingdale or the surrounding NW DC neighborhoods, reach out — we are glad to share recent comparables and our perspective on current market conditions.
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