One of the most influential presidential campaigns in U.S. history took place in 1960, and that was for the one-and-only John F. Kennedy. Now, the D.C. home where he and his wife, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, resided during that time has sold for $6.125 million. Unsurprising considering Jackie’s impeccable taste, Marbury House is as classic as it gets. Red brick, deep green shutters, and symmetrical windows give the Georgetown home a soft and quiet elegance that will never go out of style.
While seemingly cozy and modest from the outside, looks can be deceiving. In fact, the 1811-built home unfolds across more than 5,200 square feet and holds five bedrooms. High ceilings, grand stair halls, parlors, and traditional architectural details evoke an intimate yet tailored atmosphere rather than making it feel like you’re walking through a museum. Its double living rooms on the main level are a unique standout, perfectly equipped for Jackie-inspired, elegant entertaining of all sorts. They lead out to secluded gardens, offering a sweet sense of serenity amid the frantic, ambitious energy Washington can bring.
But what makes this over 200-year-old home so captivating is the reality that John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis purchased the property in 1957 at such a pivotal time in their rise. It was the home where they welcomed their two children, hosted political gatherings, and busily strategized during Kennedy’s campaign years. They were even living here when the election results that he won came in, and moved straight into the White House from this residence. A truly historical and rare place to behold for the new owners.
The home came to market last fall for $7.5 million, so the buyers even got a nice discount on it. Michael Rankin and Kelly Garrett of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty represented the listing.
