OFF MARKET
2706 Olive St NW
Washington, DC 20007
Georgetown
3 Beds
4 Baths
3,150 sqft
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,150 sqft
3 Beds
4 Baths
3,150 sqft
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This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from August 29, 2022
Affectionately referred to by its previous resident – renowned chef and television personality Julia Child – as her “little jewel,” the butter yellow clapboard house at 2706 Olive Street has been masterfully restored by current owner Rory Veevers-Carter in a manner befitting the home where Child worked on her groundbreaking culinary tome “Mastering the Art of French Cooking.” During her ownership, Child was rumored to give cooking classes to DC’s social set – who learned from one of the most luminous figures in food. Perched on a leafy, residential block in Georgetown, the restoration of this beautiful and historic Federal style dwelling is a love letter from Veevers-Carter to both his grandmother – an avid watcher of Julia’s cooking shows – and of course, to the inimitable icon herself. At the time of Child’s purchase – her first foray as a homeowner – 2706 Olive Street already had an illustrious, century’s old history. Built shortly after the Civil War by Edgar Moore – a leading figure in the Black community – the house is part of a vibrant tapestry of African American influence in Washington, DC during the Reconstruction era. The home was eventually acquired by Paul and Julia Child in 1948. During the 1970s, acclaimed architect Hugh Newell Jacobsen installed a wall of windows at the rear as part of a planned expansion, which the current owner has kept intact. After a lengthy refurbishment, the 3,275-square-foot house is restored to its former grandeur – albeit in the contemporary vision of Veevers-Carter, an expert in home renovations. Bathed in natural light and awash in exposed bricks and beams, the multi-level residence is equipped with luxury amenities at every turn. The entry level – which houses an expansive living room, office, foyer, working fireplace and powder room, is sun-filled – allowing the homeowner to cultivate plenty of flora throughout the turning seasons. As you move through the space, the floating staircase leads you through the breathtaking aspects of the house. At the center of this modern marvel is the kitchen – which pays homage to Child’s penchant for making use of the latest culinary gadgetry. Designed around the intersection of congregating and cooking, the kitchen is meant to inspire one’s inner chef. Replete with stainless steel Viking appliances, an eight-burner cooktop stove, double stacked ovens, a wooden hearth perfect for family pizza night, and a temperature-controlled wine fridge for the serious oenophile, the open kitchen is purposeful and prodigious. It also leads out to a spacious, yet private, patio area ideal for al fresco dining or flexing a green thumb. Drawing inspiration from the queen of French cooking, the kitchen is a meeting place for everyday indulgences, as well as special occasions. An evening spent feasting on boeuf bourguignon paired with a delightful red Burgundy feels reminiscent of the legendary dinner parties hosted by the Childs. As a whimsical touch, Veevers-Carter retained some of the original wall from the Julia years – a classic conversation starter for guests. The upper level features three brightly lit bedrooms. The master bedroom features a walk-in closet with custom, built-in shelving. An en suite bathroom with a separate soaking tub and standup shower in hued white marble makes for a striking and clean appearance. A second, full bath sits adjacent to one of the secondary bedrooms. The subterranean level is meant as a sanctuary – with a custom Hammam tiled in pink marble. Should the homeowner choose to convert the den into a home gym, the area is spacious enough for various equipment. After a strenuous workout, the Turkish steam bath is perfect for relaxation. Equipped with a laundry room and downstairs pantry, the lower level also provides a secondary entrance to the patio via a green stone staircase.
Home Highlights
Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 2706 Olive St NW
Interior Features |
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Interior Details Basement: FinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3150 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Gas Water HeaterLaundry: Lower Level,Washer In Unit,Dryer In Unit |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural Gas,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central A/C,Natural Gas,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 4Levels: FourAccessibility: None |
Exterior Features |
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Exterior Home Features Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street |
Pool Pool: None |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2495 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 655 Square Feet |
Property Information |
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Year Built Year Built: 1870 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: Brick, Wood SidingNot a New Construction |
Property Information Condition: ExcellentParcel Number: 1214//0811 |
Price & Status |
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Price List Price: $3,500,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Jan 14 2022Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
Active Status |
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MLS Status: CLOSED |
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Location |
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Direction & Address City: WashingtonCommunity: Georgetown |
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 |
Community |
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Not Senior Community |
HOA |
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No HOA |
Lot Information |
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Lot Area: 1364 sqft |
Listing Info |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
Offer |
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Contingencies: Home InspectionListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell |
Compensation |
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Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Sub Agency Commission: 2.5Sub Agency Commission Type: % Of Gross |
Notes The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed |
Business |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
Miscellaneous |
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BasementMls Number: DCDC2017774 |
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Jonathan Taylor, (202) 276-3344
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Co-Listing Agent: Maxwell E Rabin, (202) 669-7406
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with: Ann-marie Grotticelli, (703) 501-4092, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2017774
Price History for 2706 Olive St NW
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 01/14/2022 | $3,300,000 | Sold | Bright MLS #DCDC2017774 |
| 12/28/2021 | $3,500,000 | Pending | Bright MLS #DCDC2017774 |
| 12/17/2021 | $3,500,000 | Contingent | Bright MLS #DCDC2017774 |
| 10/25/2021 | $3,500,000 | Listed For Sale | Bright MLS #DCDC2017774 |
| 01/14/2016 | $935,000 | Sold | N/A |
Property Taxes and Assessment
| Year | 2023 |
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| Tax | $27,353 |
| Assessment | $3,307,740 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 2706 Olive St NW
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.02 | Townhouse | $1,650,000 | 08/25/23 | 4 | 4 | 2,200 | |
0.41 | Townhouse | $3,075,000 | 06/22/23 | 3 | 4 | 3,200 | |
0.17 | Townhouse | $2,445,000 | 06/30/23 | 3 | 4 | 2,319 | |
0.04 | Townhouse | $2,995,000 | 01/17/24 | 5 | 5 | 3,592 | |
0.15 | Townhouse | $1,695,000 | 06/02/23 | 3 | 3 | 2,016 | |
0.13 | Townhouse | $1,350,000 | 04/20/23 | 4 | 4 | 2,279 | |
0.13 | Townhouse | $4,970,000 | 01/22/24 | 4 | 5 | 3,940 | |
0.40 | Townhouse | $2,550,000 | 05/10/23 | 3 | 4 | 2,460 | |
0.33 | Townhouse | $2,425,000 | 09/08/23 | 3 | 3 | 2,406 | |
0.45 | Townhouse | $3,225,000 | 09/12/23 | 4 | 4 | 3,084 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 2706 Olive St NW.
- Jackson-Reed High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1951 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI was impressed the way the teach are there time.good jobParent Review10mo ago - Hyde-Addison Elementary School
- PK-5
- Public
- 386 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageHyde is a great school and our family loves it!Parent Review5mo ago - Hardy Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 500 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageI rate Hardy as a Great Middle School. It reflects, embraces, and has built the character of the school around the diversity of DC. There is no other middle school in DC with the breadth and depth of course offerings as Hardy. It is a smaller school while still having enough students for all students to find friends. I highly recommend Hardy!Parent Review4y ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
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What Locals Say about Georgetown
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 7mo ago
"This neighbourhood is about as European a village as any place in America. You can walk everywhere for literally anything you need in day to day life (food, medicine, hospitality, entertainment, sport). It’s a largely sheltered paradise from so much urban strife that impacts other communities in and around D.C. It’s a privilege and honour to live here - and it’s an amazing place to raise “city children”. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"I don't know because I don't have any pets in my house, but I have been seeing a lot of pets getting around and having fun with their tutors. So, I suppose it's a really good place. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"a lot of events during the year. Spring and fall festival, Halloween, Christmas decoration. And always having something happening..."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Beautiful, safe, lot of things to do, plenty of parks, good sidewalks, well manteined houses, yards and gardens."
- Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 2y ago
"I have to drive because the metro is too far for regular commuting and the buses can take too long. "
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Off Market Homes Near 2706 Olive St NW
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2706 Olive St NW, Washington, DC 20007 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,150 sqft townhouse built in 1870. 2706 Olive St NW is located in Georgetown, Washington. This property is not currently available for sale. 2706 Olive St NW was last sold on Jan 14, 2022 for $3,300,000 (6% lower than the asking price of $3,500,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 2706 Olive St NW is $3,322,400.