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4740 Connecticut Avenue NW 204Washington, DC 20008

For Sale

$249,000

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New price for your new life! A cheerful, updated space in one of DC’s most beloved buildings - this is your moment. Welcome to this spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at The Essex, a full-service condominium in NW DC’s charming Wakefield neighborhood. Here, peaceful, tree-lined streets meet the buzz of Connecticut Avenue, with parks, restaurants, and local favorites just a short stroll away.

Inside, the unit shines with gleaming parquet floors and a sunny, open layout that includes a dedicated entryway, spacious living and dining area, and big picture windows framing leafy views. The cheerful galley kitchen features an electric range, built-in microwave. No need to pick up a painbrush - the kitchen is perfect with fresh updates, bright lighting and warm finishes. The bathroom’s been stylishly updated too, making this space truly move-in ready.

The generously sized bedroom comes complete with a ceiling fan and plenty of light. Ample storage makes living here a breeze. Even better? The common laundry is just steps from your front door.

Up top? A rooftop deck with panoramic views of the city skyline and treetops, perfect for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or quiet evenings under the stars.

Amenities at The Essex include a 24-hour concierge, meeting room, and unbeatable location near Tenleytown and Forest Hills hot spots like Bread Furst, Sfoglina, Comet Ping Pong, Politics and Prose, and the Wilson Aquatic Center. Plus, you're just minutes from both the Van Ness UDC and Tenleytown AU Metro stations for easy access around the city.

Cute. Updated. Convenient. And now priced just right. Come see what’s waiting for you in your new life at The Essex.

Listed by Dana Rice

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License #SP98374040

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Compass

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2026696908

Last updated August 27, 2025

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Source: BrightMLS #DCDC2205440

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodNorth Cleveland Park
  • Bedrooms1
  • Bathrooms1
  • Days on Prevu73
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$940/month
  • Taxes$1,888/year
  • Size823 sqft
  • Price per sqft$303

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Concierge

Location

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Listing History

07/11/2025
Price Decreased
$249,000
06/27/2025
Listed by Compass
$270,000

Property Details for 4740 Connecticut Avenue NW 204

Association

Amenities

  • Association Amenities: Concierge

Fees

  • Association Fee 2: $940.00 Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Air Conditioning, Electricity, Ext Bldg Maint, Gas, Heat, Management, Insurance, Reserve Funds, Trash, Water

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No
  • Number Of Units Total: 166
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Architectural Style: Transitional
  • Building Name: ESSEX
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Entry Level: 2

Features

  • Direction Faces: East
  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Patio And Porch Features: Roof, Deck(s)
  • Waterfront: No

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,888.00
  • Tax Year: 2024

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Oven - Single, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open

Measurements

  • Living Area: 823
  • Living Area Source: Estimated

Rooms

  • Has Basement: No
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Other

General

  • Senior Community: No

Location

  • Subdivision Name: WAKEFIELD
  • Tax Lot: 2014

Parking

Parking

  • Garage: No

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: MURCH

High School

  • High School: WILSON SENIOR

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: DEAL

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable TV Available
  • Water Source: Public

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