4561 MACARTHUR BOULEVARD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007

$1,790,000

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,… Read More 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. Read Less

Courtesy of Matthew R Cheney, Compass 202-448-9002

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 21, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,050

Lot Size

0.09 Acres

Year Built

1990

MLS Number

DCDC2273312

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Washer, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Built-In Microwave, Central Vacuum

Basement

Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished

Building

Built in 1990, Living area: 4050, Levels: 4, Construction Materials: Brick

Cooling

Central A/C

Accessibility Features

None

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Deck(s), Brick

Fence

Rear

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Gas/Propane, Wood

Floors

Hardwood

Foundation

Permanent

Garage

1 spaces

Heating

Forced Air

Home Owner's Association

Fee Includes: None, Amenities: None

Interior Features

Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Skylight(s)

Lot

0.09 acres

Parking

Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Property

Very Good, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Security Features

Security System

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Annual Amount: $11,035, Lot: 78, Year: 2025, Zoning: R5A

Utilities

Water Source: Public

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