If you’re looking for a new place to live in the Washington, D.C., metro area—or informally, the DMV—there are plenty of options. Each corner has its own look and feel, along with advantages. From luxury condos in Alexandria and Arlington, to new single-family home communities in the suburbs, to the classic historic charm of the district proper and Old Town, there’s plenty to explore. There are also plenty of unique properties throughout the area that pick up on their surroundings while offering something altogether original.
Here’s a quick roundup of some of the more unique properties that have hit the market in the DMV so far this year.
Modernized historic charm in Georgetown
Originally built in 1900 by an early Georgetown mayor, this fully renovated townhouse sits in the heart of Georgetown, within easy walking distance to the harbor, shops, and offices.
With six bedrooms, five-and-a-half bathrooms, more than 4,100 square feet, and two designated parking spots, its spacious design is hard to beat. But beyond that, the home boasts beauty and luxury at every turn. Throughout its four levels, you’ll find over nine-foot soaring ceilings, gorgeous herringbone floors, fireplaces, oversized windows, and more.
Tall, skinny, and brand new
Finding a new-build, single-family home within the city itself does happen on occasion, but it’s a rarity, making this listing a notable one. But beyond its new-build status, this property is also drawing eyes for its minimalist, innovative design.
Dubbed “The Glick House,” it’s a 600-square-foot one bedroom, two bath single family property built in 2023, located just a block away from the Shaw-Howard University Metro station. Furthering its uniqueness is the less-than-million-dollar price tag—and the fact that it spans just six feet in width.
Spacious luxury in Potomac
Just a short stroll from Potomac Village sits a stunning seven-bedroom, 10 bathroom property originally built by Mark Lerner. Within the home’s more than 14,000 square feet sit soaring windows, an atrium, gourmet kitchen, custom architectural details, beautifully renovated resort-style bathrooms, a sauna, bowling alley, game room, movie theater, and more.
The home sits on more than two lush acres of property and includes six garage parking spaces, a pool, and plenty more amenities at a list price of under $5 million.
Life in the Hobbit House
It’s hard to beat living amongst the family-friendly, walkable streets of Adams Morgan—but a notable, historic single-family home locally dubbed the “Hobbit House” went on the market earlier this year, doing just that. At just over 1,600 square feet, this beautifully renovated home maintains its original classic charm on the outside, while gleaming with wall-to-wall modernized white finishings on the interior.
While the home did sell at the end of March 2024, it’s still worth a look at the listing to see the kind of originality and charm available throughout our area. New properties pop up every day, and with the mix of history and new builds, you never know what you’ll find next.
