Just Listed in American University Park: 4535 Butterworth Place NW, Washington, DC
Classic Washington architecture, thoughtful modern updates, flexible living space, and one of Northwest DC’s most established residential neighborhoods come together at 4535 Butterworth Place NW.
This beautifully maintained 1940 brick Colonial is located in American University Park—better known as AU Park—and offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, multiple living and work-from-home spaces, an attached garage with EV charging, and significant 2026 improvements. The home is currently offered at $1.6 million.
For buyers searching for a home in Northwest Washington, DC, this property offers something increasingly valuable: classic architectural character paired with the updates and flexibility that make everyday living easier.
The Short Version
4535 Butterworth Place NW offers:
4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms
Classic 1940 brick Colonial architecture
Landscaped corner lot
Formal living and dining rooms
Sun porch
Family room with built-ins
Refreshed kitchen with new quartz countertops
Expansive primary suite with vaulted ceilings
Two primary walk-in closets
Separate primary sitting room
Private en-suite primary bath
Third-floor bonus room
Lower-level family room
Attached garage with EV charging
Additional driveway parking
New main roof in 2026
New furnace and main A/C system in 2026
New flooring and carpet stair runners
Fresh interior and exterior paint
Convenient access to Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, City Ridge, parks, dining, shopping, and two Red Line Metro stations
Classic Washington Architecture in AU Park
One of the first things you notice about 4535 Butterworth Place NW is its sense of permanence.
Set on a landscaped corner lot, the home welcomes you with mature plantings, winding flagstone paths, and timeless brick architecture.
That traditional exterior is especially fitting for American University Park, a Northwest DC neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets, established residential character, and classic Washington homes.
Inside, however, this isn't a home frozen in time.
Thoughtful improvements and flexible spaces allow the property to accommodate the way people live today while preserving the character that makes an older DC home distinctive.
Gracious Living Spaces With Room to Adapt
The main level offers formal living and dining rooms along with a sun porch and a separate family room featuring handsome built-ins.
That variety of spaces provides something many buyers value: options.
One room can remain more formal for entertaining while another becomes the place where everyone actually gathers at the end of the day. The sun porch can provide additional space for reading, working, or simply enjoying natural light.
Instead of requiring every activity to happen in one large open room, the floor plan gives different parts of daily life their own place.
A Refreshed Kitchen for Everyday Living
The kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops as part of the home's 2026 improvements.
The result is a space that feels updated while remaining appropriate to the home's traditional architecture.
For buyers who appreciate older Washington homes but don't necessarily want to begin with a long list of immediate projects, that balance can be particularly attractive.
An Expansive Primary Suite
One of the home's standout features is the primary suite.
Rather than simply providing a larger bedroom, the suite functions as a private retreat with vaulted ceilings, two walk-in closets, a separate sitting room, and an en-suite bath.
The sitting room adds another layer of flexibility. It might serve as a private office, reading room, exercise space, dressing area, or simply somewhere to unwind away from the home's main gathering spaces.
Flexible Space From the Lower Level to the Third Floor
Modern households ask a lot from their homes.
Working remotely, hosting guests, exercising, entertaining, pursuing hobbies, and creating separate areas for different activities can all compete for space.
4535 Butterworth Place provides multiple options.
In addition to the main living areas and bedrooms, the property includes a third-floor bonus room and lower-level family room. These spaces can accommodate a variety of uses, from home offices and guest areas to recreation, fitness, media, or hobbies.
That flexibility can be particularly useful for buyers who want a home capable of adapting as their needs change.
Significant 2026 Improvements
A home's appearance matters, but so does what has been happening behind the scenes.
4535 Butterworth Place has received a number of significant improvements in 2026, including:
New roof over the main portion of the home
New furnace
New main air-conditioning system
New quartz kitchen countertops
New flooring
New carpet stair runners
Fresh interior paint
Fresh exterior paint
These updates help combine the appeal of an established 1940 Washington residence with meaningful improvements for contemporary living.
Attached Garage, EV Charging & Driveway Parking
Parking can be an important consideration when buying a home in Washington, DC.
This property offers an attached garage with EV charging as well as additional driveway parking—conveniences that can be particularly valuable in Northwest Washington.
For an electric-vehicle owner, having charging available at home also eliminates the need to rely exclusively on public charging infrastructure.
Why Buyers Love American University Park
The home is only part of the story.
American University Park offers a distinctive combination of residential character and city convenience.
Often shortened to AU Park, the neighborhood is characterized by established homes, tree-lined streets, and a strong residential identity.
At the same time, residents are convenient to some of Northwest Washington's most useful shopping, dining, transportation, recreational, and cultural destinations.
Parks & Outdoor Recreation Near AU Park
Friendship Park—widely known as Turtle Park—is a favorite nearby gathering place, while the neighborhood's leafy residential streets make walking and spending time outside easy to incorporate into daily life.
That combination helps AU Park maintain a residential atmosphere despite its location within Washington, DC.
Shopping, Dining & Everyday Convenience
From Butterworth Place, residents are convenient to Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, and City Ridge.
Together, these nearby destinations provide access to restaurants, shopping, grocery stores, services, and other everyday needs. Wegmans at City Ridge is also nearby.
The Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library, parks, neighborhood retail, and dining add to the area's everyday convenience.
For buyers who want a residential neighborhood without feeling disconnected from city amenities, that can be an appealing combination.
Arts & Culture Close to Home
Living in Northwest DC also means having cultural resources nearby.
American University's Katzen Arts Center and AU Museum offer exhibitions, performances, and cultural programming close to AU Park.
And, of course, the broader cultural resources of Washington are within easy reach.
Red Line Metro Access
Transportation is another advantage of the location.
The Tenleytown-AU and Friendship Heights Metro stations provide Red Line access and connections throughout Washington, while the neighborhood also offers convenient access to major Northwest DC corridors.
That gives residents multiple options for getting around the city and broader Washington region.
Who Might Love 4535 Butterworth Place NW?
This home may particularly appeal to buyers looking for a combination of:
Classic DC architecture and modern improvements.
A detached home in an established Northwest Washington neighborhood.
Multiple spaces for working from home, guests, recreation, or hobbies.
A substantial primary suite.
Off-street parking and EV charging.
Access to Metro without giving up a quieter residential setting.
Proximity to Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, and City Ridge.
It's the combination—not simply one individual feature—that makes the property distinctive.
The Bottom Line
4535 Butterworth Place NW represents much of what buyers seek in American University Park real estate: classic architecture, an established neighborhood setting, flexible interior spaces, meaningful updates, parking, and convenient access to the amenities of Northwest Washington.
The landscaped corner lot and 1940 brick architecture establish the home's character, while the refreshed kitchen, expansive primary suite, bonus spaces, attached garage, EV charging, and significant 2026 improvements make it better suited to contemporary living.
And the location places Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, City Ridge, Metro, parks, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions within convenient reach.
For buyers searching for a home in AU Park or Northwest Washington, DC, 4535 Butterworth Place NW deserves a closer look.
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Interested in 4535 Butterworth Place NW or considering buying or selling a home in American University Park or Northwest Washington, DC?
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I can help you understand the property, compare it with other opportunities in AU Park and surrounding Northwest DC neighborhoods, and develop a strategy tailored to your real estate goals.
Ken Trotter, J.D., REALTOR®
Washington, DC & Northern Virginia Real Estate Advisor
Silver Line Group at TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Serving American University Park, Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, and communities throughout Washington, DC and the greater DC Metro region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is 4535 Butterworth Place NW?
The home is located in American University Park, commonly known as AU Park, in Northwest Washington, DC. It is convenient to Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, and City Ridge.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 4535 Butterworth Place NW have?
The property offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms and is currently listed for $1.6 million.
What improvements were completed in 2026?
Improvements include a new roof over the main portion of the home, new furnace and main air-conditioning system, new quartz kitchen countertops, new flooring, carpet stair runners, and fresh interior and exterior paint.
Does the property have off-street parking?
Yes. The property has an attached garage with EV charging as well as additional driveway parking.
Is AU Park convenient to Metro?
Yes. The neighborhood is convenient to the Tenleytown-AU and Friendship Heights Red Line Metro stations.
What amenities are near American University Park?
Nearby destinations include Friendship Park/Turtle Park, Tenleytown, Friendship Heights, Spring Valley, City Ridge, Wegmans, the Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library, and American University's Katzen Arts Center and AU Museum.
