3003 Audubon Ter NW, Washington, DC 20008
SOLD
DEC 18, 2025

3003 Audubon Ter NW
Washington, DC 20008

Forest Hills
  • 5 Beds
  • 6.5 Baths
  • 4,934 sqft (on 0.43 acres)

$4,500,000

Last Sold: Dec 18, 2025
$912/sqft

$4,500,000

Last Sold: Dec 18, 2025
$912/sqft
5 Beds
6.5 Baths
4,934 sqft
(on 0.43 acres)

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Description

An irreplaceable piece of architectural history, 3003 Audubon Terrace NW, better known as the James Newmyer house, is a modernist masterpiece by legendary architect Hugh Newell Jacobsen. Nestled in the very epicenter of sought after Forest Hills, the residence, like all great examples of fine architectural design, is one with its context, complementing its verdant surroundings in form and orientation. One of the architect’s earlier works after opening his Georgetown-based firm, the Newmyer house showcases his signature style while drawing inspiration from mid-Victorian elements. An L-shaped dwelling perched high on a raised brick podium, this serves as an elevated entry terrace, and wraparound garden to give a park-like impression, bringing the lush surroundings closer in. Subtle nods to more historical architectural styles can be reflected in the standing-seam mansard roofs atop Jacobsen’s classic pale-brown brick cladding and black anodized aluminum bay windows as an explicit byproduct of Victorian inspiration. Although modernist and utterly unique, the residence adheres to the classic principles of symmetry, apparent in the double-doored grand entryway flanked by twin wings. Within, a linear transverse gallery connects major spaces. At one end is the formal living room, a voluminous space whose ethereal ethos is augmented by raised ceilings and generous yet controlled amounts of natural light flooding in from walls of the aforementioned bay windows. Central is a roaring linear fireplace – an ingenious, forward-thinking feature for the time – embedded in a dramatic feature wall framed by thin panes of glass. Central to the main entrance is the formal library, able to be closed off via a set of hidden doors to form a true retreat. Twin bookcases frame a deeply recessed floor-to-ceiling bay window, another Jacobsen hallmark, while a wet bar is discreetly tucked away to one side. On the opposite end of the main gallery, overlooking the rear terrace, is the formal dining room. Embassy-sized, it also features built-in bookcases framing floor-to-ceiling glass. Fully modernized, the chef’s kitchen and breakfast area continues the nautical theme found in the dining room, with a deep blue ceiling and glossy, single slab backsplash. Minimalist white stacked cabinetry provides an almost hidden backdrop and conceals a suite of commercial grade equipment, including double Bosch ovens. In another futuristic twist, only a peninsula separates the kitchen from the adjacent step-up family room, creating a true open space not commonly seen at the time. The latter showcases extensive wraparound built-ins and opens directly onto the pool deck. Geometric in shape to mirror the rest of the home, the irregular swimming pool is substantially proportioned and a center piece to the outdoor space. The adjacent pool house features a wet bar, full bath, and changing room. An adjacent outdoor terrace offers generous seating and al fresco dining space. Jacobsen’s most distinguishing trademark was a ‘pavillion’ layout where particular rooms are arranged into separate pavilions. As such, public and private quarters are distinguished, with the bedroom wing tucked away for ultimate privacy. Within this space is a sumptuous primary suite and three additional bedrooms. A comprehensive, self-sufficient guest suite is found on the lower level, containing a full bath, kitchen, and separate exterior entrance. Also discreetly hidden away is the attached garage, accessed via a side drive off the main motor court and unseen from the facade to minimize unsightliness. The property also owns a third of a tennis court, communal with two neighbors. A once-in-a-lifetime offering, one-of-a-kind in every way and situated in one of Washington’s most desirable neighborhoods, the James Newmyer house has and will continue to be immortalized as one of the finest icons of visionary modernist architecture in history.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 19, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$912/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 3003 Audubon Ter NW

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 7Number of Bathrooms (full): 6Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 6
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4934 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: Other
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Concrete PerimeterHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Basement,Garage Faces Side,Inside Entrance,Attached
Pool
Pool: PrivatePool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 4057 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 877 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2042//0010

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $4,500,000Price Per Sqft: $912/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Dec 19 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Forest Hills
School Information
Elementary School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsHigh School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 6102 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.43 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Agency

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: DCDC2227842Above Grade Unfinished Area: 4057
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Kara Sheehan, (301) 928-8495
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Co-Listing Agent: Daniel M Heider, (202) 938-3685
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with: Rachel Levey, (202) 361-4073, Compass
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2227842

Price History for 3003 Audubon Ter NW

DatePriceEventSource
12/18/2025$4,500,000Sold
Bright MLS #DCDC2227842
10/18/2025$4,500,000PendingBright MLS #DCDC2227842
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$26,212
Assessment$3,118,280
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Forest Hills
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What Locals Say about Forest Hills

At least 17 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 92 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 81 % Say it's quiet

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 54 % Say there are community events

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say kids play outside

  • 44 % Say car is needed

  • 39 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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  • Mlssdcksn
    "There's a nice farmer's market on Saturday. No one calls it Forrest Hills, btw. that seems like a thing made up by realtors to sell houses. "
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  • Carlosmblandino
    "Very friendly. You have everything closest. If you have kids, the recreation center are excellent, and the school too"
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  • Lkkupke
    "lots of space to walk, close to rock creek park. many houses have big yards. many side streets with not much traffic."
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  • Maresmary1
    "Farmers market and holiday market are nice. Neighborhood also has community events a few times a year which is appreciated"
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  • John F
    "Great access to metro with easy commute to downtown. It is also an easy drive to downtown. Either by metro or by car the commute during rush hour is less than 30 minutes."
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  • Damiah P.
    "Dog friendly! Dog parks! Puppy sitters! It’s great! Everybody has a dog, big dogs small dogs! All types of breeds and sizes"
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  • Lise K
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 10 years. I love feeling like I am in a quiet suburb, but I can walk to everything, including the metro."
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  • Joey B.
    "There's lots of parks. There's lots of dogs. You must pick up after them."
    1
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  • Joey B.
    "I commute by train. Sometimes by bus. Rarely by car."
    1
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  • Joey B.
    "It's a pretty unusual place. But it's awesome and cool."
    1
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  • Joey B.
    "It's a safe area. Good people here."
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  • Adrianna L.
    "They would like the people, who train their dogs well."
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  • Adrianna L.
    "Nice, not rushed commute.Very quiet and very safe!"
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  • Adrianna L.
    "I love the trees. I love the nature. And I love the people!"
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  • Kat W.
    "Nice area to walk your dog. We have a dog friendly park on Myrtle Ave."
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  • Kat W.
    "Hectic commute but it gets much better the closer to Forest Hills you get. Traffic is not as bad."
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  • Kat W.
    "Beautiful landscaping and the neighborhood is relatively quiet compared to the DC area noise."
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  • Kat W.
    "Safe neighborhood with plenty of good people living there. Nice park for the kids."
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  • Jeannette G.
    "There are plenty of places to walk and exercise your dog. You should be careful at various busy streets."
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  • Jeannette G.
    "Very accessible commute, easy to get to places I need to reach."
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  • Jeannette G.
    "Restaurants and stores, Van Ness/UDC, Soap Stone, Mill, a variety of quiet and busy streets, a relatively small neighborhood with plenty of bus stops and a Metro Station."
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  • Jeannette G.
    "Merch School is being remodeled and repaired. There are places for children to play in the park. There are fun things to do and there is a preschool."
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  • Michael
    "I like living here. It’s a great family and dog friendly neighborhood in northwest dc. Metra is 15min walk. "
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  • Marian
    "I live and work in this area and believe it's one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the city in terms of safety, cleanliness, and convenience in terms of access to transportation, restaurants, etc. The Connecticut Ave corridor is expanding to include more restaurants & nightlife which will make it even more desirable. I often recommend it to Buyers moving in to the City!"
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  • Jim
    "Close to downtown and all city conveniences but like living in the country. Homes range from suburban-style center hall colonials to uber-modern, sizes from comfortable to huge mansions, environment from yards and pools to in-the-center-of-the-forest. Traffic normal to better than normal for urban area, shopping nearby, public transit within easy walking. Many embassy residences here; Secret Service joins attentive DC police in making this one of the safest neighborhoods in the area. The District's best high school (Wilson) and many private schools nearby. Rock Creek Park to the east, Wilson pool to the west. Easy commute to downtown via Rock Creek Parkway or Connecticut Ave. "
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3003 Audubon Ter NW, Washington, DC 20008 is a 5 bedroom, 7 bathroom, 4,934 sqft single-family home built in 1965. 3003 Audubon Ter NW is located in Forest Hills, Washington. This property is not currently available for sale. 3003 Audubon Ter NW was last sold on Dec 18, 2025 for $4,500,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $4,500,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 3003 Audubon Ter NW is $4,434,900.