Two remarkable Washington, D.C. homes are hitting the market. The late former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright’s historic Georgetown row house is available for $4 million. Meanwhile, Fox News anchor Bret Baier is listing his impressive D.C. residence for $31.9 million, setting a potential record for the area. Both properties are presented by TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.
Bret Baier’s Elegant Home on Foxhall Road
Bret Baier is selling his stunning Washington, D.C. home for $31.9 million. If it fetches its asking price, the home would set a record for the city. Baier, Fox News’ chief political anchor, and his wife, Amy Baier, acquired the 1.5-acre estate for $5.4 million in 2018. After investing approximately $25 million in reconstruction, they moved in around April 2022. Now the Baier family is relocating to Palm Beach, Florida, where they purchased a $37 million home over the summer.
The property, sited along Foxhall Road, stands as a testament to timeless elegance and unwavering craftsmanship.
Upon entering the property, a discreet yet refined entrance unveils a cobblestone motor court, elegantly punctuated with Indiana Limestone accents, setting the stage for an atmosphere of sophistication. Internationally acclaimed designer Thomas Pheasant lends his artistry to the interior, characterized by Italian Niro Marquina marble flooring.
The living room, extending the width of the property, offers a custom bar and a temperature-controlled wine display, flanked by French doors revealing views of the terrace and rear garden.
The kitchen epitomizes minimalistic design, featuring European cabinetry, marble slabs, and state-of-the-art appliances.
The rotunda staircase leads to the principal bedroom, complete with a private limestone terrace and ensuite baths. Additional ensuite bedrooms are situated on the third level.
The lower level, decorated with black granite flooring, boasts a cinema, spa, fitness facilities, an indoor sports court, and a golf simulator.
The meticulously crafted outdoor space, conceptualized by landscape architect Richard Arentz, features a heated pool and private chipping and putting green.
Listed by TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.
Madeleine Albright’s Historic Residence
The historic residence of the late Madeleine Albright offers approximately 4,000 square feet with four bedrooms. The property is listed by Michael Rankin and Logan MacKethan of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty. Albright had resided in this charming Federal-style house since 1968, where she raised her three daughters.
This mansion, with its origins dating back to approximately 1853, boasts a grandeur and elegance that encapsulates its rich history and architectural splendor. Owned by a U.S. Secretary of State for over 50 years, the property has been a venue for esteemed gatherings and intimate family affairs. Notable home features include a capacious reception room and an expansive dining area that can host stately dinners, while an oversized two-car garage adds to the convenience and accessibility of this residence.
The home exudes elegance with its commanding street presence and traditional brick facade adorned by ivy. The reception foyer leads to a double salon with wood-burning fireplaces and access to a rear terrace. The adjacent dining room is perfect for formal dinners.
The gourmet kitchen, updated by architect Anne Decker, features marble countertops, a pantry, and high-end appliances. A separate garden room opens up to the rear terraces and garden, ideal for a breakfast nook or home office.
The second floor encompasses a library, three bedrooms, including the primary suite, and two full bathrooms. The top floor of the residence offers versatile living spaces, serving as a generous bedroom suite or a spacious family room or office. The lower level provides additional storage space, multiple closets, a full bathroom, a utility sink, and other utilities.
The private rear grounds, featuring mature plantings, blooming trees, a brick terrace, and a stone fountain, provide an excellent setting for outdoor entertainment.
Listed by TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.
