$800,000

beds

baths

1,780

square ft

2008 Q Street Nw

Washington, District Of Columbia 20009

Closed / MLS #DCDC2215490 / Townhome / Dupont Circle

Listing information updated 10/24/2025 at 9:01pm

HUGE PRICE DROP!

This iconic bayfront Victorian is more than just a home, it's a cornerstone of Washington, DC's rich cultural past.

Once the residence of Caresse Crosby, famed inventor of the modern brassiere and influential literary publisher. Crosby helped launch the careers of literary giants such as Ernest Hemingway, James Joyce, and D.H. Lawrence. During her time here, Crosby also opened The Connoisseur's Corner, showcasing works by avant-garde artists like Constantin Brancusi, Max Ernst, and Pietro Lazzari, transforming the property into a vibrant creative hub.

Even earlier, from the 1920s through the 1940s, the home housed the Lovette School of Music, founded by Eva Whitford Lovette, adding another layer to its storied artistic legacy.

Now, it's your turn to write the next chapter.

This charming three-bedroom, two-bath Victorian offers soaring ceilings, original heart-pine floors, exposed brick walls, and a cozy rear courtyard, all waiting for your personal touch. Whether you're a preservation enthusiast, artist, or visionary homeowner, the potential here is extraordinary.

Perfectly positioned just half a block from the Dupont Circle Metro, and mere steps from the city's best shopping, dining, and cultural landmarks, including The Phillips Collection, this home offers the ideal blend of historic charm and urban convenience.

Bring your architect, your imagination, and your passion for history to make 2008 Q Street NW your own.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Traditional,Victorian

Exterior Type:

Street Lights,Sidewalks

Basement:

Daylight, Partial,Front Entrance,Full,Improved,Heated,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms,Walkout Stairs,Windows,Fully Finished

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central A/C

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

99 Years

Parking Type:

Free,Public

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,780

Lot Size:

672.00 Square Feet

Acreage:

0.02

Internal Features:

Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Primary Bedroom - Bay Front, Wood Floors

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$8,181

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

20009

City:

Washington

County:

Washington

Schools

School District(s):

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Elementary School:

School Without Walls At Francis - Stevens

Middle School:

Francis - Stevens

High School:

Wilson Senior

Architecture Style:

Traditional,Victorian

Exterior Type:

Street Lights,Sidewalks

Basement:

Daylight, Partial,Front Entrance,Full,Improved,Heated,Interior Access,Outside Entrance,Rear Entrance,Space For Rooms,Walkout Stairs,Windows,Fully Finished

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central A/C

Heating System:

Forced Air

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer - Front Loading, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

99 Years

Parking Type:

Free,Public

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,780

Lot Size:

672.00 Square Feet

Acreage:

0.02

Internal Features:

Tax Amount:

$8,181

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

20009

City:

Washington

County:

Washington

School District(s):

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Elementary School:

School Without Walls At Francis - Stevens

Middle School:

Francis - Stevens

High School:

Wilson Senior

Listing Office: RLAH @properties

Listing Office Phone: 301.652.0643

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