Washington, DC is well known for its historic condominium conversions but the Residences at Columbia exists in a class of its own. The unique property was formerly the Columbia Hospital for Women, one of the nation’s most prominent maternal and pediatric facilities. Founded toward the end of the Civil War and initially located within a Thomas Circle mansion, the nascent health care clinic moved to the West End neighborhood five years later, and was rebuilt on a much grander scale in 1916 with a distinctive Italianate design. After closing its doors in the early 2000s, the property was meticulously renovated, reopening in 2006 as an upscale condo community complete with an on-site Trader Joe’s.
New to the market in December is Unit #324 with an asking price of $739,000. Featuring a loft bedroom, one bath, and 11-foot ceilings, the 816 square foot flat presents beautifully. The main living, dining, and cooking area are all located in one large and open area with the gourmet kitchen fitting flush against a single wall. There’s lots of closet space, an in-unit washer and dryer, and a balcony overlooking the courtyard. One assigned garage parking space is included.
Still available with a list price of $1,300,000 is Unit #730. This impressive penthouse offers up two bedrooms, two full baths, and an attractive 1,405 square foot layout. The corner residence with its wraparound windows is perfect for socializing and hosting dinner parties, with cherry hardwood floors, and an impressive chef’s kitchen with dark granite counters, a dining/prep island with pendant lighting, espresso toned cabinetry, and upscale stainless steel appliances.
Listed at $1,149,500, Unit #431 has two bedrooms, two baths, and 1,427 square feet of renovated living space including a former den that has been transformed into an elegant dining room. Other features include newly sanded cherry floors, a large central living are, and an open kitchen with premium stainless steel appliances including a Viking oven range, a Sub-Zero fridge, a new microwave, and a recently replaced washer and dryer. There is also a private terrace that is ideal for morning coffee.
Unit #234 is a handsome one-bedroom condo with one bath, and an open den. Competitively priced at $600,000, this residence has a sunny and open 812 square foot layout with blonde hardwood floors. The gourmet kitchen features Viking and Sub-Zero stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and Poggenpohl appliances. The primary bedroom has tons of closet space and an attractive ensuite bath. One garage parking space is included.
Unit #620 is now in Active Under Contract status, meaning that it is pending with contingencies. Listed at $724,900, the 809 square foot condo in the building’s historic main wing has high ceilings, one bedroom, one bath, and a loft den. There’s plenty of natural light from oversized windows. The recently remodeled kitchen is completely open, with white Carrera marble counters, Poggenpohl cabinetry, a Sub-Zero fridge and a brand-new Wolf range.
There was one sale in December with Unit #210 closing at $880,000. The two-bedroom, two-bath residence has a generous 1,375 square foot floorplan, including an open gourmet kitchen that has been remodeled with a wraparound brick tile backsplash. A balcony is the ideal place to enjoy morning coffee. The expansive primary bedroom suite has its own adjoining desk area.
Unit #211 was withdrawn in December. The one-bedroom apartment with its updated 855 square foot floorplan had been reduced in price to $725,000 before being taken off the market. Features included a remodeled chef’s kitchen with stainless steel counters and backsplashes few’ll keep tabs to see if this listing reappears.
Condo residents at the Columbia enjoy a high level of amenities, including a staffed front desk, concierge service, furnished guest suites, a swimming pool, a club room, and a state-of-the art fitness center. The onsite Trader Joe’s is another huge advantage. The pet-friendly condo community is close to the Francis Dog Park, and is also near to numerous West End shops, bakeries, and restaurants. The Foggy Bottom/GWU Metro Station is about four blocks away.
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