JD Vance's official residence: Inside VP's beautiful 9,000-sqft mansion at Number One Observatory Circle

Vice President JD Vance and his wife Usha have brought along their three children -- Ewan, 7, Vivek, 4, and Mirabel, 3 -- to their official residence
UPDATED JAN 27, 2025
JD Vance announced on social media that he has already moved into the official vice president's residence with his family (Getty Images)
JD Vance announced on social media that he has already moved into the official vice president's residence with his family (Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, DC: Vice President JD Vance is settling into his new official residence with Second Lady Usha Vance and their three children, Fox News reported on Saturday, January 25.

The second family came into the spotlight on January 20, the inauguration day of President Donald Trump. Vance and his wife Usha brought along their three children to the official event, Ewan, 7, Vivek, 4, and Mirabel, 3.



 

JD Vance promises to 'take good care' of his new residence

Taking to X on Thursday, January 23, JD Vance updated his followers about having moved into the official vice president's residence, which was until recently occupied by his predecessor Kamala Harris.

Vice President Kamala Harris speaks before planting a pomegranate tree at the Vice President's residence at the U.S. Naval Observatory on October 7, 2024 in Washington, DC. The Second couple marked the one-year anniversary of the October 7 attacks in Israel by planting a memorial tree, a tradition done by second families on the grounds of the Vice President 's residence. (Photo by Kent Nishimura/Getty Images)
Former vice president Kamala Harris speaks before planting a pomegranate tree at the Vice President's residence at the Naval Observatory on October 7, 2024, in Washington, DC (Kent Nishimura/Getty Images)

"My kids are settling in to the Vice President's official residence, and I just want to say: thank you to the American people," Vance wrote. "While we don't own this property, it is a beautiful home for our three little kids. We are grateful, and will take good care of it," he added.

U.S. Vice President-elect former Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) reacts with his family during inauguration ceremonies in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Vice President JD Vance (R-OH) with his family as former president Joe Biden looks on during the inauguration in the Rotunda of the Capitol on January 20, 2025, in Washington, DC (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Inside JD Vance's new three-story official residence

According to the publication, JD, 40, and Usha, 39, are the first family to live at the Vice President's official residence with children since Al and Tipper Gore in 1993.

The sprawling property is situated at the US Naval Observatory in Washington. It is nearly two miles in distance from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue (White House) in Northwest DC, according to reports. The mansion at Number One Observatory Circle spreads across 9,000 sqft of area.

The three-story home with 33 rooms was built in 1893 and sits on a 73-acre plot with forest-like cover. The house has allocated space for both private life and public events and comes with a sunlit solarium, a heated outdoor pool, and a library.

The residence of Democratic presidential nominee, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is visible on Election Day on November 5, 2024 in Washington, DC. Americans cast their ballots today in the presidential race between Republican nominee former President Donald Trump and Harris, as well as multiple state elections that will determine the balance of power in Congress. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
The residence of the Vice President is visible on Election Day on November 5, 2024 in Washington, DC (Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

Netizens congratulate JD Vance on moving into his new home

Netizens, especially JD Vance's supporters, congratulated the Vice President upon taking over his official residence.

"We know you and Usha will be wonderful stewards of the stately home. May you both and your children make many wonderful memories together there," wrote a social media user.



 

"You earned it!! Thanks VP Vance," shared another.



 

"True gratitude 👏 not often seen in higher circles, im proud to have voted for you sir may God bless you and your family JD," noted one person.



 

"Welcome home, and thank you for your service!" declared another.



 

"Your note of gratitude is so appreciated. I am so proud to call you VP, and I hope your family is very happy in your new home. Blessings and prayers," one individual remarked.



 

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