Aug 5, 2026 - Real Estate
Salamander CEO Sheila Johnson sells Arlington house
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Sheila Johnson has sold her Arlington home for $3.15 million in a private sale, the listing agent tells Axios.
Why it matters: The local philanthropist and entrepreneur co-founded BET and is the CEO of the Salamander Hotels group, as well as a shareholder of the Capitals, Mystics and Wizards.
State of play: The home has five bedrooms and seven bathrooms with over 8,000 square feet, according to the listing.
- Plus: An exercise room, a game room, and a three-car garage.
The big picture: The sale comes as the Salamander location in Southwest D.C. recently rebranded as a Marriott property.
The agent declined to provide Axios with information about the buyer.
