Welcome to 3544 Appleton Street NW, a beautifully and fully renovated Colonial in the coveted neighborhood of Wakefield. This spacious property seamlessly pairs classic architectural charm with smart, modern, high-end refinements. Recently reimagined from from top to bottom, this property has been expanded and finished thoughtfully to last another generation. The home has new wiring, lighting, plumbing, insulation, and mechanicals; a new multi-zone HVAC, including a new heat pump; new Pella windows, new doors, and new flat roofs over the addition behind the home and the garage. The space is integrated seamlessly across four floors with a stunning modern staircase. Walk through the front door into a light-filled first floor which has been completely reimagined. The entire space flows effortlessly, beginning with a living room featuring brand-new, expanded floor-to-ceiling windows. Preserving a touch of the home's history, the original fireplace has been retained, and the hardwood floors have been beautifully restored. To the right of the entryway is a gorgeous new library featuring custom Nolte built-ins from Germany, innovative pocket and pivot doors, and a stunning light fixture. Down the hall, a modern, high-end chef's kitchen awaits with custom Nolte cabinetry and built-in Thermador appliances. The hub of the kitchen is a stunning 9-ft island with waterfall quartz countertops. The kitchen flows into an inviting dining room, also featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, offering views to a large, completely private, newly landscaped back yard with a new stone patio for al fresco dining. A powder room and mini-mudroom complete this level. The second floor features three renovated bedrooms with new closets, including a primary suite with an ensuite bath and double vanity, plus an expanded modern hall bath. Functioning as an extension of the interior living space, walk out through expansive new double doors to arguably the home’s most show-stopping feature: an enormous and completely private rooftop terrace with gorgeous Ipe wood decking. This incredible outdoor oasis is perfect for entertaining, quiet mornings or yoga with friends. It offers lovely views of the large backyard, with mature trees surrounding the entire perimeter that provide unparalleled privacy, as well as views of some of the NW DC skyline. Continue upstairs to the third level, which features a versatile loft space and storage closet that can function as a quiet office, creative studio, bedroom, or lounge space. On the lower level, find gorgeous engineered hardwood floors throughout; a large, light-filled family room with custom built-ins; a lovely bedroom with two exposures; a beautiful new bath with double sinks and a laundry closet; and a generous mudroom and laundry room with new washer and dryer and extensive built in storage space. This level walks out to a new stone patio and a large, landscaped backyard. Every detail in the house has been carefully thought of and attended to, including an attached garage, which boasts a new charging station for an electric car. There is driveway parking for two additional cars. The location is prime: perfectly situated just moments from the Connecticut Avenue corridor, this location offers an effortless commute, while offering quiet and privacy. Enjoy being steps away from beloved local institutions like Bread Furst bakery and Politics and Prose bookstore.
North Cleveland Park, located between Rock Creek Park and Wisconsin Avenue NW, is a residential and leafy Washington neighborhood with early-20th-century homes and a wooded, hillside feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Connecticut Avenue NW corridor near the Uptown Theater marquee, where sidewalk cafes, indie eateries, and small storefronts set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Community pillars include the Uptown Theater, Politics and Prose, and the Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens. Brick Colonials and Tudor Revivals line quiet streets that slope toward park trails and creek valleys. Metro stops at Cleveland Park and Van Ness–UDC frame a walk-and-transit routine. Green space and porch-lined blocks keep the pace measured.
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Offer insights
3544 Appleton St NW · $1,950,000
$1.96M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.96M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
3 days
The average home goes pending in 68 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Fireplace
Fully finished basement
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms: 3 on the first upper level, 1 on the second upper level, and 1 on the first lower level
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms: 2 on the first upper level and 1 on the first lower level
NEW PRICE! . Beautifully appointed "French/Dutch" center-hall colonial; lush garden(BBQ); living rm w/ FP, sun porch+ den; formal DR. Second Floor--3 BRs, 2 BA. Random/width hardwood floors. SAUNA with sitting area, shower; recreation/ party room/2 rear exits. Garage. Diplomats' residence for many yrs. Inspections welcome but sold "as is. " Main sewer drain replaced at seller's expense.
Public Records
Mar 26, 1985
Sold
$250,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,778 (+1.1%)
$750,270 + $727,370
$1,477,640
2025
$11,646 (+3.1%)
$750,270 + $727,370
$1,477,640
2024
$11,294 (+4.4%)
$742,720 + $717,260
$1,459,980
2023
$10,820 (+3.2%)
$739,050 + $676,750
$1,415,800
2022
$10,481 (+1.0%)
$705,790 + $651,120
$1,356,910
2021
$10,381 (+8.4%)
$685,610 + $626,100
$1,311,710
2020
$9,579 (+0.3%)
$672,000 + $625,690
$1,297,690
2019
$9,547 (−4.7%)
$623,420 + $574,560
$1,197,980
2018
$10,016 (+2.2%)
$603,230 + $575,160
$1,178,390
2017
$9,801 (+5.7%)
$603,230 + $575,160
$1,178,390
2016
$9,273 (+5.1%)
$574,830 + $578,240
$1,153,070
2015
$8,821 (+1.7%)
$437,140 + $600,650
$1,037,790
2014
$8,674 (+5.0%)
$397,670 + $622,860
$1,020,530
2013
$8,259 (+0.3%)
$397,670 + $622,860
$1,020,530
2012
$8,232 (+1.5%)
$395,880 + $575,780
$971,660
2011
$8,113 (−0.6%)
$379,060 + $589,420
$968,480
2010
$8,165 (−4.2%)
$387,800 + $566,690
$954,490
2009
$8,520
$401,330 + $559,240
$960,570
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,475 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,066
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,066
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
District of Columbia
APN
1972 0812
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
R-1B
Residential House Zone 1B
The purposes of the R-1A and R-1B zones are to: Protect quiet residential areas now developed with detached houses and adjoining vacant areas likely to be developed for those purposes; and Stabilize the residential areas and promote a suitable environment for family life.; The R-1B zone is intended to provide for areas predominantly developed with detached houses on moderately sized lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Senior
Public service
Educational/school
Recreation
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