Smith Row

Smith Row is a row of six brick buildings with classical proportions and symmetrical facades stretching from 3255 to 3267 N Street NW. The structure shows standard federal-era design with brick walls and regularly spaced window rows.

Brothers Clement and Walter Smith built these houses in 1815 during early Georgetown development. The construction marked an important period of residential growth in the expanding city.

Smith Row shapes the character of Georgetown, where the row of brick townhouses defines the streetscape and shows how prosperous families lived during the early republic. The houses sit on an active street and are noticed daily by visitors and residents who appreciate the neighborhood's architectural style.

The houses sit at the corner of N Street and Potomac Avenue NW in an easily walkable Georgetown area. Strolling through this street on foot is straightforward and provides access to nearby historical sites.

The facades display details typical of the early 1800s, yet major renovations in the 2000s substantially modernized the interiors. This adaptation to current standards occurred while preserving the historical exterior.

Location: Washington

GPS coordinates: 38.90678,-77.06553

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:04