1704 Constitution Ave NE

Kingman Park, Washington, DC 20002

Relax and enjoy watching the sunset from the wide porch of this classic brick townhouse, in the classic Capitol Hill. Easy walk to Lincoln Park, Eastern Market, Kingman & Heritage Island Parks and the metro. Nestled on a quiet street, you will enjoy the fragrant roses lining the walkway, the RiverSmart yard for vegetable gardening, and the surrounding greenery of the fields.Front door opens to bright living room with classic wood molding, red oak floors, 9-foot ceilings and acoustic soundproofing, flowing into the the dining room and breakfast bar with exposed brick and a chef's dream of a kitchen - copper countertops, stainless appliances, gas cooktop, eat-in bar, and hand-crafted live-edge cabinetry (oak, bamboo & locust wood). Main level also includes a brand-new, customized 1/2 bath with bright copper sink and live-edge countertop. Elegant wooden staircase leads to upper floor with 3 bright bedrooms, transom windows, full bath with original skylighting, and spacious, south-facing primary bedroom with floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking upper-level porch. Lowest level includes finished basement with office, bedroom, media room, laundry room, and large accessible bathroom (low fixtures, wide door-width and turn radius). Separate rear entrance with private off-street parking. Ideal as an in-law suite or for supplemental rental income or Airbnb. The architect-designed, meticulous upgrades throughout the home have maintained the charm and history of the 1920s Wardman-style. Upgrades include restored woodwork, new double-pane thermal windows with integrated wooden shelves, custom kitchen and bathroom on main level, plus all new electrical, 12VDC lighting, built-in audio-video wiring, air-conditioning, and insulated walls (2-inch foam). Warm in the winter, cool in the summer, with low utilities bills. With a bike score of 91, you have quick access to Stadium Armory Metro, RFK Stadium, Anacostia Waterfront, Kingman and Heritage Island Parks, Yards Park, Lincoln Park, and Langston Golf Course and Driving Range.