Welcome to 5631 MacArthur Blvd NW — Combining architectural design by the highly acclaimed MCD Studio, the expertise of CAS Engineering, and meticulous construction by an experienced luxury builder, this home embodies an exceptional standard of thoughtful design, quality, and craftsmanship. A rare bespoke 7,000+ sq ft new-construction residence in DC’s coveted Kent neighborhood, blending architectural brilliance with a fully curated luxury lifestyle. Purposefully designed for elegance and everyday ease, this 6-bedroom, 7-bath home offers soaring 10 ft ceilings, expansive windows, and refined finishes throughout. Move seamlessly into a residence that is not only architecturally stunning but fully tailored to elevate the way you live. Features and Finishes: Elevator-ready shaft for effortless access to all levels. Multiple wet bars & entertainment spaces. Ensuite baths with marble flooring for each bedroom. Multiple outdoor spaces. Kitchen: Custom walnut cabinetry, quartzite countertops, dual dishwashers, and premium Viking & Thermador appliances. Outdoor terrace. Generous walk-in closets. Two car garage and a three-car parking pad. The Details: Six ensuite bedrooms with walk-in closets. Waterworks and Kohler plumbing fixtures, soaring 10-ft ceilings, solid wood interior doors with Emtek lock sets and pivot hinges, Andersen windows, and custom millwork throughout. The primary suite offers a 14-ft cathedral ceiling, private terrace, and oversized walk-in closet. Location Highlights: Ideally located, this residence is walkable to Georgetown and Palisades dining and convenience to include Starbucks, CVS, the UPS Store, USPS, acclaimed dining (Et Voila, Bambu Asian Cuisine, Aracosia, Sweet Agave, Chen's Gourmet), Palisades Key Elementary and Palisades Recreation Center, minutes to Georgetown and Sibley Hospital, with easy access to top private schools and cultural landmarks. This home is available for private showings by appointment only. Please contact listing agent for upgrade menu, appraisal summary and full spec sheet. Experience a residence that redefines turnkey luxury in Washington, DC.
Single-familyProperty Type
2025Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$525Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Zanetta Williams• Keller Williams Capital Properties
Kent, located between MacArthur Boulevard NW and the Potomac River, is a residential and leafy Washington, DC neighborhood with wooded slopes and mid-century modern homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around MacArthur Blvd NW near Arizona Ave NW, where a low-key strip of local markets, cafes, and everyday services sets the pace. Community pillars include the historic Glen Echo Park arts campus, the Palisades Hub Food Hall, and the C&O Canal’s towpath corridor. Streets curve along parkland edges, with deep lots and a quiet, garden-like streetscape. Architecture leans toward brick Colonials and modernist renovations tucked into the hills. Trail connections and river views shape a calm, outdoors-forward routine.
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Offer insights
5631 Macarthur Blvd NW · $3,650,000
$3.64M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $3.64M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
42 days
The average home goes pending in 51 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.0%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Furnished
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Four bedrooms on the first upper level
One bedroom on the second upper level
One bedroom on the first lower level
Bathrooms
Six full bathrooms total
One half bathroom on the main level
Four full bathrooms on the first upper level
One full bathroom on the second upper level
One full bathroom on the first lower level
Kitchen
Built-in microwave
Wall oven
Gas oven/range
Range hood
Six-burner stove
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
Washer (front-loading)
Dryer (front-loading, electric)
Laundry available on upper floor and in basement
Flooring
Marble flooring
Hardwood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating (electric)
Central air conditioning (electric)
Electric hot water
Exterior features
Exterior lighting
Gutter system
Play area
Patio(s), porch(es) and terrace
Home design
Detached structure
Architectural shingle roof
Construction completed
Property in excellent condition
Not in a federal flood zone
Ownership is fee simple
Parking
Attached basement garage with inside access and front entry
Oversized 2-car garage with garage door opener
Concrete driveway
Off-street parking available
Construction
Stucco and stone exterior
Fully finished basement
Other foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Other
Irrigation water rights
Ground rent paid annually
Electricity and solar
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* * * TEAR DOWN - SHOVEL READY project!!!! * * * Zoning R-1-B * * * Great opportunity! KENT/PALISADES location. Property is sold AS-IS with transferrable Plans and Permits ready-to-build a Luxury Modern Villa. Use the existing plans or make your own changes / additions to match your lifestyle. * * * SALE IS FOR THE LAND, PLANS AND PERMITS ONLY AND DOES NOT INCLUDE THE COST TO BUILD THE HOME. * * * Detailed floor plans and interior finishes/selections can be provided upon request. The home was designed by an award winning, boutique architecture and design firm, and is ready to be built. With a contemporary design, this property provides an opportunity to build your dream home in Kent/Palisades. This luxury home is designed for a modern living and entertaining. It boasts a functional design, a contemporary chef's kitchen, large living and dining spaces, and a family room (with sliding doors that create indoor / outdoor living) on the main floor; two car garage, an au pair (in-law) suite, and recreational room, at the lower level; the primary suite with luxury bathroom and walk-in closets, and three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets on the second floor; and optional third floor with large loft, bedroom and bathroom. The plan includes space for an elevator (optional). Design, civil, structural, electrical, site plans are all available. All permits obtained, utilities disconnected with temporary construction electricity connected at the pole; sewer, water, available at the property line - shovel ready project. Please note that all windows have been removed and the openings are covered with plywood. PERMITS AVAILABLE -TRANSFERABLE to new owners: * * * Building permit for a new single-family detached dwelling, 3-stories with cellar, driveway, closets aligned vertically for future elevator (elevator not included), steps, terraces, retaining wall repair/replacement, new retaining walls, stormwater management, utilities, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and associated appurtenances. * * * Construction permit * * * Raze permit * * * Public space occupancy permit * * * Traffic control plan * * * Declaration of Covenants – Prohibiting Use of a Space as a Separate Dwelling Unit * * * Other related material: -Asbestos removal , -Geotechnical Engineering Evaluation and Infiltration Testing Report, -Residential HVAC Load Calculations, -Kitchen design/drawings.
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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