Welcome to 2012 R Street NW, an architecturally significant row home built in 1886 by Brainard H. Warner as part of his granite-fronted R Street collection. This historic residence has been home to noted Washington figures including Representative Charles Curtis, who later served as Vice President of the United States. In the 1980s, the parlor floor became the long-term location of the Marsha Mateyka Gallery, one of DC’s prominent contemporary art galleries. The home's well-preserved 19th-century details include extensive original moldings, multiple fireplaces with historic tile and beveled mirrors, pocket doors, hardwood floors, and exceptional woodwork. A south-facing rear façade brings abundant natural light throughout the home. Offering three levels of living space above the lower level plus a fourth-floor loft, the layout provides flexibility for bedrooms, workspace, or potential access to a future roof deck. The main level includes formal living and dining rooms and a rear office. The upper levels offer multiple bedrooms, sitting areas, and full baths. The lower level, with both front and rear entries, may function as extended living space or a separate apartment. Outdoor features include a private rear garden and secure parking for two cars. Located in Kalorama just above Dupont Circle, 2012 R Street NW is around the corner from The Phillips Collection, and is just a stroll to the Metro, the weekend farmers market, & a plethora of neighborhood restaurants, shops, and daily conveniences, including Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and Safeway. Notable neighbors include the Embassies of India and Indonesia and the Consulate of Morocco, all located within just a few blocks of the home. Adjacent to Georgetown and dining corridors along 14th Street, 17th Street, and Connecticut Avenue, you’ll be in the center of it all in this renowned location. This historic home has been carefully maintained and is priced to accommodate future customization.
TownhomeProperty Type
1886Year Built
1,634 sq ftLot Size
$528Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jeff Wilson• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
•202-333-1212 (broker)
•georgetown@ttrsir.com (broker)
Listed by Hugh McDermott• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
•202-333-1212 (broker)
•georgetown@ttrsir.com (broker)
Bought with Unrepresented Unrepresented• Unrepresented
Est. $8,114 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Discover this exceptional residence in Dupont Circle, showcasing rich architectural details and timeless character. This home features a rare, flexible layout with multiple living areas and thoughtful additions, presenting a unique opportunity for...
discerning buyers to craft a bespoke living space. With the right vision and refinement, this property has the potential to transform into a showpiece in one of Washington DC’s most coveted neighborhoods.
9 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Extensive and exquisite woodwork is highlighted in this Dupont beauty. The current owners have used the entry level as an art gallery with the upper 2 floors + finished attic as their pied-a-terre. The lower level is currently setup as an ADU with...
kitchenette. A 3 story addition off the back houses mechanicals on the lower level, an office on the main and the owner’s kitchen on the 2nd floor. This home will require a trained eye to bring achieve its full potential.
10 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
The purposes of the Dupont Circle Mixed-Use MU-8B/DC zones are to: Recognize the Dupont Circle area is a unique resource in the District of Columbia that must be preserved and enhanced; Provide strong protections to retain its low scale, predominantly residential character, independent small retail businesses, human scale streetscapes, and historic character; Enhance the residential character of the area by maintaining existing residential uses and controlling the scale and density of residential development; Protect the integrity of contributing buildings, as that term is defined by the Historic Landmark and Historic District Protection Act of 1978, effective March 3, 1979 (D.C. Law 2-144, as amended; D.C. Official Code 6-1101 to 6-1115 (formerly codified at D.C. Official Code 5- 1001 to 5-1015 (1994 Repl. & 1999 Supp.)); Preserve areas planned as open gardens and backyards and protect the light, air, and privacy that they provide; Enhance the streetscape by maintaining the public space in front of buildings as landscaped green spaces; and Encourage greater use of public transportation and the free circulation of vehicles through public streets and alleys.
English, Interior Access, Front Entrance, Rear Entrance
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1080
Improvement Assessed Value: $1,278,260
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Estimated
Building Information
Builder Name: Brainard H. Warner
Construction Materials: Combination
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Structure Type: Interior Townhouse/Rowhouse
Window Features: Transom, Skylights
Exterior Information
Fencing: Rear
Lot Information
Lot Features: Landscaping
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $771,330
Soil Types: Urban Land Not Rated, Urban Land-Sassafras-Chillum
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,061
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 540
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 540
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $17,171
Tax Assessed Value: $2,049,590
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $17,171
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Radiator, Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Electric
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: Connecticut Ave NW
Directions: On the south side of R St NW, between 21st and Connecticut. Please note, this block of R is one-way going west.
Entry Floor Number: 2
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,112
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,634 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1943
County: District of Columbia
APN: 0093 0130
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Ross Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
John Francis Education Campus
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Cardozo Education Campus
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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