5193 Watson St NW, Washington, DC 20016
What This House Offers
Application accepted. Ultra charming stone and frame cape cod in perfect location. Owner will consider lease purchase option arrangement. Terrific and flexible floor plan on first floor is perfect both for comfortable living AND entertaining. On second floor is a beautiful primary suite with cathedral ceilings and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a renovated hall bath are on the second floor, as well as a fabulous porch off one of the bedrooms.
Unit
Home Features
- Basement
- Fireplace
5193 Watson St NW is a single-family home for rent in Washington, DC
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1941 | Remodeled in 2026
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Single Family Detached Home
- Stone Siding
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- 4712 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- Basement Garage
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Lot Details
- 6970 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned R1B
Schools
- Key Elementary School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Water Source
- Municipal Trash
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $8,750
- 24-Month Min and 60-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-10-01
- $75 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 1448//0036
- Tenant pays for electricity, cooking fuel, gas, heat, hot water, all utilities
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Kent Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs Allowed
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Some public transit
Driveability
Very drivable
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
14 min Drive
Commuter Rail
16 min Drive
Airport
19 min Drive
Airport
41 min Drive
Airport
54 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Lindamood-Bell Learning Process Washingtondc Lcoc
Grades K-5
Private
Mann Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Beauvoir - The National Cathedral Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Private
Hardy Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
MacArthur High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Cabin John/Brookmont Children
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| American University | Drive: 3 min (1.7 mi) |
| GWU, Mount Vernon | Drive: 5 min (2.4 mi) |
| Univ. District of Columbia | Drive: 7 min (3.1 mi) |
| Marymount University | Drive: 10 min (4.5 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 5193 Watson St NW proximity to Spring Valley Village, Spring Valley Shopping Center, and Shops At Sumner Place. Spring Valley Village is 1.9 miles away, and Spring Valley Shopping Center is within a 25 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, 5193 Watson St NW has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.9 miles. Transit options include Tenleytown-Au and Friendship Heights.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 5193 Watson St NW are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4 miles, including Gulf Branch Nature Center, Zachary Taylor Park, and Potomac Overlook Regional Park.
Airports
Living in Palisades provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 18 minutes from 5193 Watson St NW. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 22.2 miles away.
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