3303 18TH ST NW

This detached Mt. Pleasant dream house has everything: historic charm, modern renovations, a gorgeous corner lot and generous living space, all in a coveted neighborhood with a close-knit community and urban amenities. This gracious home is brimming with period details, including rich, wood wainscoting; hardwood floors; and fireplaces in almost every room. The spacious dining room is perfect for family Thanksgiving and dinner parties alike, while the cheerful, eat-in kitchen boasts a large prep island with breakfast bar and exposed brick. Gardeners will love the huge yard, with ample space for vegetable and flower gardens. Enjoy a leisurely weekend morning in the owner’s bedroom, curled up with a good book. The en-suite bath has been meticulously updated with marble and brushed brass hardware. Work from home in one of the many bedrooms, study or window-lined sunroom. The lower level includes a workshop, laundry room and storage space, while the detached carriage house offers even more possibilities for a studio or workshop. A parking pad provides 2-car off-street parking. This vibrant neighborhood has a yoga studio, wellness center, art gallery, a farmers’ market, coffee shops, an ice cream shop, and ethnic restaurants, all steps from your front door. The National Zoo is down the street, and two metro stops are less than a mile away.