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Renovated Two-Level Retail Space
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$4,000/Mo CAM $470 /USD/MO

1223 PENNSYLVANIA Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003

CommercialLease, WASHINGTON, DC

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Lot Size0.02 Acres
Days on Market62

Property Features for 1223 PENNSYLVANIA Avenue SE

General Information

Property type Other
Property subtype Retail
Parking features On Street
Subdivision CAPITOL HILL
Elementary school district DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Middle school district DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
High school district DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Standard status Active
Lot size 0.02 Acres

Utilities

Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Heat Pump

Building Details

Year built 1915
Number of units 2
Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: Realty Advantage of Maryland LLC
Listed By: Sonela Ardekani · License #SP40003073
Added: Jul 14 Changed: Sep 11 Last Checked: Sep 13 at 5:06PM
MLS# DCDC2273444

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The available premises comprise the first and second floors of a brick property built in 1915. A major renovation completed in July 2025 updated the space, which is described as ready for immediate occupancy. Zoning supports a range of commercial applications, including retail, office, restaurant, and spa uses. The offering is structured as a triple-net lease, with on-street parking available.

Located at 1223 Pennsylvania Avenue SE in Washington, DC, the property is within Capitol Hill and near the U.S. Capitol. Potomac Ave Metro is 0.3 miles away, while Eastern Market Metro is 0.4 miles away. Showings are available by appointment only.

Key Highlights

  • First- and second‑floor retail space available
  • Major renovation completed in July 2025
  • Zoning supports retail, office, restaurant, spa, and other uses

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Friends Smoke Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Afrose Cosmetic Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Electrical Service Hair Salon Electronics & Wireless Store Furniture & Home Goods

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
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Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,870
Businesses Nearby
77k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 59% Shops & Services 36% Home Improvements & Furnishings 3% Electronics 1%
McDonald's Dining
32,170 visits/mo 0.4 miles
BP Shops & Services
9,147 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Sunoco Shops & Services
8,371 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Dining
6,636 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Exxon Shops & Services
6,608 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 20003, DC

36,501
Population
20,817
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
81%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
2.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
15,870
Density / Sq Mi
$159,604
Median Household Income
$107,846
Median Earnings
$2,630
Median Rent
$954,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Lease Benchmarks for Washington, DC

$41.2 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$3.24–$81.96 /SF/Yr
Price Range
6,521 SF
Avg Space Size

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Washington, DC

4.9% 2019
5.4% 2020
5.6% 2021
4.8% 2022
4.6% 2023
4.2% 2024
4.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Updated first- and second-floor premises accommodate retail, office, restaurant, spa, and other zoning-supported uses.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1223 PENNSYLVANIA Avenue SE Washington, DC.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $4,000/Mo.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: First- and second‑floor retail space available; Major renovation completed in July 2025; Zoning supports retail, office, restaurant, spa, and other uses
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