unit boutique-style building at 2120 Wyoming Avenue NW. Restored and redesigned by Wnuk Spurlock Architecture, the converted
mansion is rich in architectural detail and filled with the luxurious amenities. The unit has three bedrooms and a den, an open fl oor plan, ten-foot ceilings, French doors opening onto a terrace and multi-directional recessed lighting. The center island kitchen has a built-in espresso machine, wine cooler, double dishwasher, warming tray, convection oven and microwave. The master bath boasts “fl oating cabinets,” an ultra-deep soaking tub, a rain shower with a built-in steam bath and multiple body scrubbers. The home also boasts a fi replace, a private elevator and two parking spaces. The purchaser is David Israelite, president and CEO
of the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA), who previously served as chairman of the Justice Department’s Task Force on
Intellectual Property. Another recently completed condominium is now home to developer Julio Murillo, managing partner of the Murillo/Malnati Group (MMG). Murillo chose the penthouse from among the seven contemporary condos his company has constructed within a 19th century brownstone at 442 M Street NW in newly revitalized Mount Vernon Square. The structure, which was fi rst owned by its architect and builder, Edward Woltz – and which has now been redesigned by Argentineborn architect/designer Carina Lopez – is named The Palermo in honor of the renowned Buenos Aires neighborhood. The building’s façade has been artfully restored, and its
interior has been transformed and fi tted with the latest in fi ne fi nishes and energy-effi cient green design elements. Murillo’s 1,650 square foot penthouse has three bedrooms and features a rooftop deck with hot tub plus a balcony which runs the length of the unit for an additional 1,000 square feet of living space. There are eighteen-foot ceilings in the living room, and the European spa bathrooms come equipped with hot-rock foot massagers in the showers. Tutt, Taylor & Rankin Sotheby’s International Realty was selected as the exclusive sales agency for The Palermo. The penthouse was priced at $999,999. Charlie Hein of Long & Foster was the |
Dr. John Niederhuber, head of the National Cancer Institute for NIH, paid $1.725 million for 7905 Sandalfoot Drive.
selling agent representing Kristina and Mike Gill in their purchase of 1824 Randolf Street NW. Mike is a partner with C&M Capitolink. The seller, Ruth Smith, was asking for $1.195 million, but the Gills paid $50,000 less for the fi ve-bedroom Colonial. Built in 1942, the house is located on what many consider the best block in the Crestwood neighborhood. MARYLAND In Potomac, 8604 York Manoid ask you to send mr Way sold for $5.2 million. The stunning six-bedroom house was constructed by renowned builder Frank
Bell in collaboration with designer/owner Donna Gumbin. Situated on a two-acre lot in Avenel’s gated Rapley Preserve, the property is reminiscent of a 16th-century English country manor, exuding Old World charm with a turret and French forecourt. In 2002, as part of the 47th annual Potomac Country House Tour, Gumbin and her husband Neal (a managing director of GEM Realty) welcomed visitors to view their spectacular home and admire its striking collection of Art-Deco heirlooms. The estate includes an in-law suite, chef ’s kitchen, gym, billiards room and sports court. The new owners are Tara and David Zier, executive vice president of Convergent Wealth Advisors. Long & Foster was the listing agent for 7905 Sandalfoot Drive in Avenel. The 8,567-square-foot Pardoe-built, custom designed house has four bedrooms and baths, a library, and gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry and breakfast room. Several sets of French doors lead to a spacious deck overlooking the swimming pool and golf course. The home also has three fi replaces and a two-car garage. The seller was Carol Bi man. The buyer is Dr. John Niederhuber, head of the National Cancer Institute for NIH. He paid $1.725 million for the residence. VIRGINIA Redskins quarterback Mark Brunell and wife Stacy have sold their Colonial at 652 Deerfield Farm Court in Great Falls to Donald and Marie Reilly for $3,500,000. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac,
the home has a gated circular drive, two kitchens, seven bedrooms (including two guest suites), media room, exercise room, four fi replaces and a pool. |