$1,790,000
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,050 sqft
4561 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20007
We estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.
Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1990
Price/Sqft
$442
Parking
1 Car Garage
Local Information
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About this House
Welcome to 4561 MacArthur Boulevard NW, a substantial, custom-built residence offering approximately 4,050 square feet of finished space across four levels. Designed and constructed by acclaimed Washington builder Jim Gibson, this all-brick home combines enduring architecture, generous proportions, flexible living spaces, and exceptional outdoor amenities. With five bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, and multiple areas for entertaining, working, and relaxing, the home delivers uncommon scale in the heart of the Palisades. A custom ProVia front door opens to an impressive main level with 10-foot ceilings and gracious formal and informal living spaces. The expansive living room features a gas fireplace and flows easily into the adjoining dining room. At the center of the home, the chef’s kitchen is appointed with custom cherry cabinetry, a professional-style cooktop, and Thermador and Bosch appliances. Double ProVia French doors extend the living space outdoors to a private Trex deck with a custom pergola, waterfall, and integrated six-person Sundance spa. The bedroom level includes a dramatic primary suite with soaring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and abundant natural light. Two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and conveniently located laundry complete the floor. The upper-level loft, also enhanced by vaulted ceilings, provides an ideal setting for a home office, library, studio, or family room. Distinctive lunette windows frame a seasonal rare view of the Washington Monument The finished lower level offers exceptional versatility. A sound-treated media room features a wood-burning fireplace and 7.1 surround sound, creating an inviting setting for movies, music, or casual gatherings. Two additional bedrooms can serve as guest accommodations, offices, fitness rooms, or hobby spaces. A recently renovated full bath and plumbing for an optional second laundry area add further convenience. The landscaped grounds are designed for privacy, recreation, and low-maintenance enjoyment. Brick pathways wind through mature plantings, raised garden beds, and a tranquil 3-tiered waterfall pond designed by LandArt. Additional improvements include a newer roof, composite exterior trim, Marvin composite windows, and an 8.8 kW Enphase solar energy system that helps reduce utility costs. Two-car off-street parking includes a one-car garage equipped with a 220-volt EV charger. Located near neighborhood restaurants, shops, parks, trails, the Potomac River, Georgetown, and major commuter routes, this distinctive residence offers substantial space, architectural character, and a private retreat in one of Washington’s most established neighborhoods.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Matt Cheney, (202) 465-0707
Compass
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2273312

Also Listed on Bright MLS.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.
Home Details for 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW
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Interior Details Basement: Connecting Stairway,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Game Room, Laundry, Living Room, Other |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4050 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Central Vacuum, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Upper Level,Hookup,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Gas/Propane, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 4Levels: FourAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Wood |
View No View |
Security Security: Security System |
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Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: Deck, BrickFencing: Back YardOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: PermanentNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Faces Front,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Off Street,Attached,Driveway |
Pool Pool: None |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2950 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1100 Square Feet |
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Days on Market: 46 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1990 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction |
Property Information Condition: Very GoodParcel Number: 1367//0078 |
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Price List Price: $1,790,000Price Per Sqft: $442 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Negotiable |
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MLS Status: ACTIVE |
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Direction & Address City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Palisades |
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 |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: DCDC2273312 |
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Building Details Builder Name: Gibson |
Building Area Building Area: 4750 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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HOA Fee Includes: NoneNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 4075 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: DCDC2273312Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2950 |
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HOA Amenities: NoneSource Internet Automated Valuation Display: YSource Internet Consumer Comment: YSource Internet Entire Listing Display: YSource Internet Address Display: Y |
Around this home
What Locals Say about The Palisades
At least 38 Trulia users voted on each feature.
98 % Say parking is easy
95 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say there are sidewalks
90 % Say people would walk alone at night
84 % Say kids play outside
81 % Say there's holiday spirit
80 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say streets are well-lit
79 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
74 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
67 % Say neighbors are friendly
67 % Say there's wildlife
63 % Say there are community events
59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
58 % Say car is needed
58 % Say it's quiet
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Washington
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$669K
$1.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$506
$3MoM
Available listings
3058
185MoM
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$1.74MSince last month
Decreased$23K (-1.3%)Since last year
Increased$88K (+5.3%)Since last sale
Increased$1M (+142.1%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +23% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $1.74M |
| July 2026 | $1.76M |
| June 2026 | $1.68M |
| May 2026 | $1.71M |
| April 2026 | $1.71M |
| March 2026 | $1.72M |
| February 2026 | $1.68M |
| January 2026 | $1.61M |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.20 | Single-Family Home | $1,575,000 | 10/23/25 | 5 | 3.5 | 3,696 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $1,475,000 | 03/13/26 | 5 | 3 | 2,931 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $2,100,000 | 07/31/26 | 5 | 5 | 4,080 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $1,800,000 | 01/12/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,896 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $1,218,000 | 06/22/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,319 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $1,185,000 | 06/23/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,078 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $2,350,000 | 02/27/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,319 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $1,885,000 | 04/15/26 | 5 | 4 | 3,491 | |
0.43 | Single-Family Home | $1,445,000 | 11/04/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,600 | |
0.35 | Single-Family Home | $1,599,333 | 07/13/26 | 3 | 4 | 3,132 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.06 | $280,800 | 1 | 1 | 650 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $214,600 | 1 | 1 | 566 | Recently Sold | |
0.06 | $220,800 | 1 | 1 | 692 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $264,200 | 1 | 1 | 909 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $244,600 | 1 | 1 | 553 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $240,300 | 1 | 1 | 552 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $201,500 | Studio | 1 | 415 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $251,200 | 1 | 1 | 554 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $1,830,900 | 3 | 3 | 2,300 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $255,000 | 1 | 1 | 656 | For Sale | |
0.04 | $2,111,500 | 3 | 4 | 2,130 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jul 17, 2026 Source: Bright MLS #DCDC2273312 | Listed For Sale | $1,790,000 |
Oct 25, 2001 Source: N/A | Sold | $718,000 |
May 1, 2000 Source: N/A | Sold | $425,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $11,035 | $1,417,860 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Frequently asked questions about 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW?Based on a $1,790,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW in Washington, DC is approximately $10,502 (about $9,457 principal & interest, $970 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW compare to homes in Washington?4561 Macarthur Blvd NW in Washington, DC is listed at $1,790,000, about 167% above the $669K median sale price in Washington.
- What do residents say about the The Palisades neighborhood?Residents describe the The Palisades neighborhood in Washington, DC as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in The Palisades, Washington.
- What are the closest schools to 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW?The closest schools to 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW in Washington, DC are Hardy Middle School (rated 9/10), Key Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10), MacArthur High School (rated 5/10).
- Does 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW have air conditioning?Yes, 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW in Washington, DC has air conditioning.
- Does 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW have laundry facilities?Yes, 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW in Washington, DC has in-unit laundry.
4561 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20007 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,050 sqft single-family home built in 1990. 4561 Macarthur Blvd NW is located in The Palisades, Washington. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on Jul 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# DCDC2273312.

