822 5th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Perfectly nestled in the heart of the H Street Corridor, less than a block from the action, 822 5th Street, NE is an airy and elegant 3,055 square foot bay-front Victorian row home. With four levels, five bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and a luxurious and private penthouse master suite, this home is simply a masterpiece. The welcoming front yard is superb for relaxing while enjoying the beautiful views of charming 5th Street, NE. With soaring 9-foot 7-inch ceilings, crown molding, glistening hardwood floors, pressed tin ceilings, vintage encaustic tile and coffered ceilings, this home is filled with historic details yet fully updated for an exquisite blend of old-world architecture and contemporary design. The front of the home~s eastern exposure allows for ample natural light throughout and accentuates the open living room. The main level also features a updated powder room. The dining room is open to the gourmet, eat-in kitchen, allowing an ideal flow for entertaining. Plentiful Hagerstown white cabinets and drawers mean storage abounds in this upscale kitchen! With a full suite of high-end stainless-steel appliances, including a Jenn-Air range with convection oven and Jenn-Air exterior-vented range hood, center island, ceramic tile floors, and ample countertop space, this kitchen is perfect for any gourmet chef. Off the kitchen is the cozy rear courtyard, ideal for entertainment or quiet relaxation, and the ever-coveted off-street parking space! Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms. Each has ample storage, oversized closets, and beautiful pine floors throughout, further lending to the homes~ wonderful character. The second-floor family room is flooded with natural light from the bay window and enjoys an arched entry from the hall. The cozy, woodburning fireplace with original mantle is ideal for cozying up for a movie or the latest new novel. A custom built-in bookcase flanks the fireplace. With updated celadon-tone ceramic tile, the upstairs hall bathroom is spacious and centrally located. The penthouse level boasts a central skylight bathes the floor with sunshine. The front facing master bedroom is awash with warm natural light and features a charming tea balcony through a French door and is ideal for enjoying morning coffee or tea. With two smartly designed closets, the master suite is replete with storage for any shopaholic. The master bathroom is fully updated and is highlighted by a spa like glass tile shower, and double vanity. There is a second bedroom and a study also on this level. On the west end the fifth bedroom was converted to a study by removing the door to the room. As an added bonus, there~s an unfinished lower level with a separate entrance that can be used for storage or finished to add another 697 square feet to the living area. This ideal location is literally steps from the H Street Corridor, and boasts a 94 Walker~s Paradise Walkscore. Walk to all of the hot bars, restaurants and shops on H Street, and the new Streetcar just a few blocks to Union Station.