DCDC513612 MLS
2220 20TH ST NW #7, WASHINGTON, DC 20009

Peaceful oasis in the happy heart of the city, this main-floor apartment sits almost 10 feet above grade, looking out on the buildings private garden courtyard! Here is your chance to live in an “Upper West Side Pre-War” style building for an affordable price in Washington! ------- Brimming with old world charm, this easy-to-maintain 500 square foot home evokes the grandeur of a bygone age. Dramatic 10 ceilings with original plaster moldings enhance the feeling of spaciousness. Georgia heart-pine floors and birch woodwork moldings envelop the space in warmth. The stunning decorative fireplace featuring a restored natural wood mantel, rare English Minton tile surround and cast-iron fireback with fleur-de-lis pattern is the focal point of the room. The glorious six foot by six-and-a-half foot living room window overlooks the building’s private garden courtyard and is adorned with custom wood blinds. -------- Petite, but beautiful, kitchen boasts custom counter-tops, gas cooking, gooseneck faucet and ceramic tile backsplash. The thoughtfully updated bathroom combines old and new with modern travertine tile floor and wainscoting with mosaic tile border mixed with a vintage clawfoot tub and historic medicine cabinet. The primary bedroom provides a double closet and charming garden views. ------- ABOUT THE MENDOTA... The much sought-after Mendota was featured prominently in the notable book “Best Addresses: A Century of Washington’s Distinguished Apartment Houses” by James M. Goode. Rich with history, the building was the first apartment house to be constructed in tony Kalorama. Built in 1902, this turn-of-the-century landmark is brimming with old world charm in one of the most fashionable neighborhoods in the nations capital. ------ Cats are welcomed at The Mendota, and the buildings services include: extended hours front desk 7AM-11PM, private courtyard garden, bicycle room, extra storage for every owner, reception room, laundry room and on-site management. The building allows washers and dryers to be installed in units. ------- All this and a remarkable location - situated within easy walking distance to Dupont, Adams Morgan and Woodley Park. The Metro is only a short stroll away and you’ll never need to eat at home because every restaurant you could ever want are just a few blocks away. Plus, Rock Creek Park and Kalorama Park are only blocks away.