3214 Newark Street NW sits with commanding presence on one of Cleveland Park’s most coveted tree-lined streets, embodying classic elegance and historic character. Set gracefully behind a lush front lawn and accessed by a stone walkway, the residence welcomes you with an expansive front porch. The generous .23 acre lot includes Lot 856, Square 2079 located at the rear of the lower terrace. Inside, a gracious foyer introduces light-filled, beautifully scaled rooms that showcase the home’s original craftsmanship, including crown moldings, intricate millwork, high ceilings, and preserved hardwood floors. The inviting living room centers on a detailed fireplace and built-ins, opening through pocket doors to a grand dining room distinguished by warm wood paneling and a striking coffered ceiling. An adjoining sitting area overlooks the lush terrace and gardens, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The kitchen offers a suite of stainless steel appliances, generous cabinetry and an inviting breakfast area with access to the rear yard, providing an ideal flow for al fresco dining. A nearby powder room adds convenience and completes the main level. Upstairs, the sun-filled primary suite features floor-to-ceiling built-in bookshelves, a walk-in closet, and an elegant office or sitting room with a fireplace and is further enhanced by an en-suite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms on this level share a hall bathroom, and a dedicated laundry room completes the floor. The third level offers two spacious bedrooms, one with skylights and another with a fireplace and panoramic treetop views, along with a flexible room ideal for a study, playroom, or creative space. The expansive lower level provides exceptional potential for customization with abundant space for a recreation room, gym, wine cellar, or guest suite. Outside, the grounds unfold into a private garden sanctuary. A gracious upper terrace is ideal for entertaining and dining, while a stone staircase leads down to a lower garden surrounded by mature trees, lush plantings, and a tranquil fountain. Perfectly sited within close proximity to Cleveland Park’s cherished amenities, this distinguished residence offers easy access to Rock Creek Park and the Tregaron Conservancy, as well as the shops and restaurants along Connecticut and Wisconsin Avenues, Cathedral Commons, and the Metro. The neighborhood’s proximity to the National Cathedral Schools, John Eaton Elementary, and Sidwell Friends School further enhances its appeal as one of Washington’s most desirable residential settings.
