Located in Washington, DC’s West End neighborhood, The Columbia Residences has a unique backstory. The popular condominium community was formerly the Columbia Hospital for Women; an acclaimed healthcare facility originally founded towards the end of the Civil War. At the time it was housed in a large home in the Thomas Circle neighborhood. The nascent hospital relocated to its current address around 1870 and was subsequently rebuilt on a much grander scale in 1916 with an Italianate design by noted architect Nathan C. Wyeth. The Columbia went on to become one of the nation’s most advanced pediatric and maternity hospitals, giving birth to about 275,000 children before ultimately closing its doors in the early 2000s. A meticulous renovation process led to the reopening of the campus as an upscale condominium, along with an on-site Trader Joe’s.
New to the market in August is Unit #520 with an asking price of $749,000. Located on an upper level of the main historic building, this 810 square foot condo has one bedroom, a loft den, and one bath. The den is perfect for use as a work-from-home office or as a guest bedroom. The larger primary bedroom has a charming barn-style sliding door. Lovely wood floors run throughout the living areas, and there is a private outdoor terrace that is accessible from both the living room and the primary bedroom.
Still available with an asking price of $1,300,000 is Unit #730. This impressive penthouse features two bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,405 square feet of living space. A large and extended main living/dining area is the perfect place for relaxing and socializing with guests, with cherry floors and windows at both ends. An open chef-inspired kitchen offers dark granite counters, a dining/prep island with pendant lighting, espresso toned cabinetry, and upscale stainless stee appliances.
Unit #431 is another very spacious residence, with two bedrooms and two baths. Listed at $1,299,000, the 1,427 square foot residence has an intriguing floorplan with an unusually large central living room area and adjacent open kitchen, as well as a private terrace. What was once a den has since been transformed into a formal dining room. There are dark wood floors in the living areas and cream carpet in the bedrooms.
Unit #210 listed in July for $925,000 and has since been reduced in price to $899,000. The two-bedroom, two-bath residence includes an expansive primary suite with its own adjoining sitting room area. The unique 1,375 square foot layout features a huge living and dining area, and an oversized walk-in kitchen that has been remodeled with wraparound blue brick tile backsplashes that extend to an accent wall. There’s also a balcony.
Unit #234 also has a price cut in August. The handsome one-bedroom condo with a bonus den, one bath, and 812 square feet of living space is now offered at $685,000. The open den is off the kitchen hallway and can function as a useful flex space. The bedroom is ensuite with tons of closet space and a lovely bathroom. The kitchen features granite counters, Poggenpohl cabinetry, and Viking and Sub-Zero appliances. One garage parking space is included.
There was no new sales activity at the Columbia in August.
Residents at the historic former hospital enjoy plenty of amenities, including the true convenience of an on-site Trader Joe’s market. There is also a staffed front desk with friendly concierge service, an outdoor swimming pool and lounge area, a state-of-the-art fitness center, furnished guest suites, and a club room with billiards. The pet-friendly condo community is close to the Francis Dog Park, as well as bakeries and restaurants such as Baked & Wired, Ris, Juniper, Jardenea, Imperfecto, Marcel’s by Robert Wiedmaier, and many more.
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