TTR Sotheby’s International Realty Sells Most Expensive Residential Listing of 2009

Washington, DC, December 12, 2009 --(PR.com)-- TTR Sotheby’s International Realty of Washington DC has announced that it has sold 1714 Massachusetts Avenue NW for $12,000,000, making it the highest priced residential sale in 2009 and the highest since the beginning of 2007.

Originally built in 1890, 1714 Massachusetts Avenue sits in a prime area off of Dupont Circle close to Embassy Row. This architecturally significant block features many grand turn of the century residences which are now occupied as embassies, cultural institutions, foundations, associations and private residences such as 1714.

The first floor features grand public rooms perfect for large scale entertaining including double formal parlors, embassy sized dining room and wood paneling that can accommodate gatherings of all sizes. The second through fourth floors feature the family living quarters which include the family kitchen, family living room and 5 plus bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half baths.

Maggie Shannon and Michael Rankin of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty represented the seller.

The Sotheby’s International Realty network currently has more than 10,700 sales associates located in over 500 offices in the United States and 40 other countries and territories. TTR Sotheby’s International Realty has been the exclusive affiliate for the Washington, DC metropolitan area since 2006. The 20 year-old firm currently has 100 agents with offices in Georgetown, McLean and Chevy Chase. For more information, visit www.ttrsir.com.

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