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The Dresden Condominium - Luxury Historic Condos in Washington, DC
Modern Living at the Landmark Dresden Condominium in Kalorama, Washington, DC
With its extraordinary curvilinear façade, The Dresden at 2126 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 is one of Washington, DC’s timeless treasures. Perched at the corner of Connecticut Avenue and Kalorama Road in the heart of the Kalorama neighborhood, the seven-story residential building completed in 1909 by famed developer Harry Wardman with a grand Georgian Revival design from architect Alfred H. Beers. Originally a rental property, The Dresden was restored and converted to approximately 62 condominium units in 1974 under the guidance of architect Peter Voghi. It was renovated again in 2012, and has long been regarded as one of the most notable landmark residential buildings in Kalorama, and all of Washington, DC for that matter.
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The Dresden Condominium Overview
- Address: 2126 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008
- Building Type: Luxury Condominium
- Number of Units: 62
- Architectural Style: Georgian Revival
- Amenities: Staffed front desk, concierge, door attendants, community room, roof deck with garden, parking options
Modern Condo Features at the Historic Dresden
The Dresden sits at the rounded corner of Connecticut Avenue and Kalorama Road. The curve of the intersection motivated a mirroring design by Wardman’s chief architect, Beers. The U-shaped building is listed in James Goode’s notable Best Addresses book and is widely considered to be one of Washington’s most elegant structures. The condo units feature entry galleries, high ceilings, wide interior hallways, built-ins, and original parquet floors that often have inlay detailing around the perimeters. The original galley kitchens have been opened up in some cases. The building is now more than a century old, resulting in numerous individual updates by owners.
There are 62 residences at The Dresden with a variety of floorplans from one-bedroom and one bath up to three bedrooms and three baths. Sizes typically range from 874 to around 2,000 square feet, with a few exceptions that are considerably larger. Select units have room shapes that comport to the rounded exterior at the front of the building.
The pet-friendly Dresden has a staffed front desk and lobby, a sitting room with a huge fireplace, concierge service, a doorman, options for parking, and a lovely roof deck with garden and beautiful views. Other historic residential buildings along the same street include 2029 Connecticut, and 2101 Connecticut Avenue.
There are numerous foreign embassies in the neighborhood, and Rock Creek Park is within easy strolling distance. Other nearby greenspaces include Kalorama Park and Mitchell Park. The famed 18th Street restaurant corridor is just a few blocks to the east, with top bars and restaurants extending from adjoining neighborhoods Dupont Circle to the south to Adams Morgan to the north.
The Dresden Condominium Amenities
Exclusive Resident Perks
- Lovely front lobby
- Staffed desk, concierge service, and door attendants
- Community sitting room with fireplace
- Roof deck with gardens and stunning cityscape views
- Parking options
Pet-Friendly and Close to Green Spaces
The Dresden is a pet-friendly condo community. Residents with dogs may wish to explore some of the local greenspaces, such as Mitchell Park, Kalorama Park, and Rock Creek and its popular walking trails.
Prime Location in Kalorama
The Dresden condominium is located in the heart of the historic and affluent Kalorama neighborhood. Residents will be minutes from:
- Dupont Circle Metro Station
- Dupont Circle and Adams Morgan shops and restaurants
- Mitchell Park, Kalorama Park, Rock Creek Park
- Numerous embassies and diplomatic missions
To learn more about condos for sale at The Dresden, please call Andre Perez at District Partners at Compass, 202-400-3040.
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Get in touchThe Dresden condominium, dc FAQs
Q: Is the Dresden pet-friendly?
A: Yes, it is. You’ll find small grassy areas to walk your dog near the building, along with larger greenspaces and parks within a few blocks.
Q: How would I get to downtown Washington, DC from The Dresden?
A: Connecticut Avenue leads straight downtown. The distance is just a little over a mile.
Q: Does the Dresden have a parking garage?
A: No, there is a parking lot behind the building with 24 spaces.
Q: Is the Dresden a condominium or a cooperative building?
A: It has been a condominium building since 1974. Prior to that it was apartment rentals.
