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Beautiful Family Home in Upper NW DC

Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Preferred Destination: Pasadena, California, United States

House | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From June 22, 2026 until August 15, 2026

Description

Professor's fully equipped home, 3-4 bedroom with finished attic and basement office available for late June to late August 2026. Perfect for renovators, newcomers, & visiting academics/diplomats. 10-minute walk to famed Politics & Prose Bookstore, Comet Pizza, Buck's, I'm Eddie Cano, Italian Bar, CVS & Call Your Mother Bagels. One block from bus line; 20 minute walk to two metros (red line). At the mouth of Rock Creek Park for great biking & hiking. Ample parking. All amenities. Full yard, toys, well-equipped kitchen. Old photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/sc1XVtuTrhDnLB1q6 Attic recently completely renovated as primary bedroom with queen bed, Second floor has small room with twin beds; bedroom with full bed; and home office with an almost-queen size pull out couch. two bathrooms on second floor. small bathroom in basement.

Bedrooms
4

Bathrooms
3

Offices
2

Size
1,800 ft2

Suited For
5

Property Type
House

Availability

From June 22, 2026 until August 15, 2026

Minimum Stay

4 Weeks | Dates are flexible for this listing | Open to non-simultaneous exchanges

Location

House in Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Closest University

American University

Nearby Universities
University of the District of Columbia | Georgetown University | Howard University | George Washington University
Neighborhood

Forest Hills

Nearby Cities

Chevy Chase | Bethesda | Washington

Comments: Chevy Chase, Tenleytown, Forest Hills

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Suburban
  • Historic Home
  • Near Woods
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Exchange Terms

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: Our cleaner comes every two weeks.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

Ask about the availability of a car

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with my pet(s)

Would consider leaving our dog Poppy, for a significant reduction in rent.

I may need help with mail and deliveries

I may need help with plants or garden

mow lawn. water flowers

Comments: Fantastic neighborhood, beautiful neighborhood garden, nearby pizza & gelato & restaurans/bars/bagels

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Cable or Satellite

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Comments: We have rented our homes many times and can arrange the bedrooms/den to work for you depending on the size of your family and your work needs.

Our Travel Preferences

Who's Coming?

Party of
2
2 Adults

Our Destination

Preferred Destination

Pasadena, California, United States

Closest University

California Institute of Technology

What We Are Looking for


Bedrooms
1


Bathrooms
1


Offices
1


Size
1,400 ft2

Pet

I would like to bring my pet if it is okay

Smoking

I prefer smoking not allowed in the home

Allergies

Allergies are a concern

Car

I would like a car if possible

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2013

Trust Score (42)
Academic Faculty or Staff
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Member Since 2013

Trust Score (42)
Academic Faculty or Staff
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