About 1812 1st St Nw #2
3 Bed / 3 Bath (2 Bed + DEN / 3 Bath) penthouse in an iconic round-bay Victorian boutique building in Bloomingdale, just half a block from the award-winning Red Hen and Big Bear Café. Combining historic charm with modern updates, this home offers an open, flexible layout perfect for living, entertaining, and working from home. With east-west exposures, the space enjoys abundant natural light throughout the day, year-round.
The main level features soaring ceilings and a bright, renovated kitchen with white shaker cabinetry, gleaming quartz countertops, Fisher & Paykel stainless steel appliances, Bertazzoni double wall ovens, induction cooktop, touch-activated faucet, wine fridge, and a large breakfast bar island. The open living and dining areas showcase hardwood floors, recessed lighting, exposed brick, and an antique mantel with a decorative fireplace. Two sunny bedrooms (One bedroom plus a Den) provide flexible space for guests, a home office, or a home gym.
Upstairs, the primary suite is a private retreat featuring a vaulted turret ceiling, remote-controlled dimmer lighting, built-in closets, a ductless mini-split, an ensuite bathroom, and direct access to a 32-foot private roof deck with sweeping views—including the Capitol, Washington Monument, National Cathedral, summer fireworks, and stunning sunsets. A second balcony off the main-level bedroom provides additional outdoor space with west-facing views.
Additional highlights: Two tandem parking spaces behind the building; In unit washer and dryer;
Built-ins throughout; Balcony and furnished rooftop deck ideal for outdoor entertaining ; Custom pottery barn shades ; Multi-head Vigo shower
Enjoy Bloomingdale’s restaurants, bars, farmers market, parks, and easy access to public transit. Whole Foods is 1 mile away, and Trader Joe’s and Union Market are less than a mile.
This home pairs the elegance of a historic Victorian exterior with fresh, modern interiors, creating a unique living experience in one of DC’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
