While the Columbia Heights neighborhood was settled more than a century ago, its popularity has risen significantly in the last decade due to the interest in its superb stock of fine residential architecture including generously-proportioned townhouses and gardens, its proximity to numerous amenities, and the rich cultural environment of this and other contiguous neighborhoods such as Park View. In addition to the many elegant townhouses in Columbia Heights, there are a number of civic and commercial buildings which date to the late 19th century. Like many of its handsome neighbors, this residence offers a strong period exterior combined with a beautifully-renovated contemporary interior. The first floor is set off by a large living room with a view onto Sherman Avenue. A dining room, renovated kitchen, powder room, and laundry room comprise the public rooms. Access to the garden and garage are found just beyond the laundry room. The second floor offers a spacious principal bedroom, two guest bedrooms, and a recently-renovated bathroom. The professionally landscaped garden is found on top of the garage. It is an oasis which is private, serene, and perfect for enjoying on ones own, or sharing with guests. Rooftop solar panels and other greenfeatures offer considerable cost-savings annually. There is a separate room off of the garage which could also be used as storage, a workshop, garden shed, or finished as a home office. The lower level is a separate au pair suite including one bedroom, a full bathroom, and kitchen. It could also be used as additional living space or a separate office. The location is perfect for anyone wanting to take advantage of the many new nearby restaurants and amenities. It is one block from more than a dozen restaurants and wine and beer gardens, including 11th Street's multiple Michelin-acclaimed restaurants and cafs. It is also walking distance to the new Whole Foods and is only four blocks to Metro and one block to a Capital Bikeshare station.