Creative Studio Office
52 O Street NW Washington, DC 20001
For Lease
$1,300/Mo
CommercialLease - WASHINGTON, DC
Property Size35,000 SF
Days on Market20
Property Features for 52 O Street NW
General Information
- Property type
- Other
- Property subtype
- Office
- Parking features
- On Street
- Standard status
- Active
Utilities
- Heating system
- Other (Heating)
- Cooling system
- Wall Unit(s)
Building Details
- Year built
- 1914
- Building materials
- Brick
Listing Agency:
DC Real Property,LLC
(202) 800-8389
Listed By:
Kenn B Blagburn · License #PB98373602
(202) 468-5917
Added: Jul 7
Changed: Jul 9
Last Checked: Jul 26 at 10:06PM
MLS# DCDC2272080
Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
52 O Street Studios offers art space and office studio suites within a privately owned, four-floor building. The space is characterized by an open floor plan with ample windows and high ceilings, reflecting the property’s original warehouse-style configuration. The building currently leases studio spaces to 50+ artists and business owners, supporting both creative production and professional work environments.
The four-story warehouse at 52 O Street NW was built in 1914 by the Sanitary Grocery Company, with design attributed to architect Clement Didden. Over the years, it has been used by a variety of industrial and commercial tenants, including meat-packing and plumbing operations, a Hecht’s furniture factory, and Decca Records. In 1978, the property was converted into artist studios, with the conversion described as straightforward due to the warehouse’s open floor plan, abundant natural light potential, and high ceiling volumes.
For tenants seeking a flexible creative studio or office environment in a purpose-built warehouse setting, this property offers character and workable scale across multiple floors. The combination of open layouts and high ceilings can support a range of production, collaboration, and administrative uses suited to artists and creative businesses.
The four-story warehouse at 52 O Street NW was built in 1914 by the Sanitary Grocery Company, with design attributed to architect Clement Didden. Over the years, it has been used by a variety of industrial and commercial tenants, including meat-packing and plumbing operations, a Hecht’s furniture factory, and Decca Records. In 1978, the property was converted into artist studios, with the conversion described as straightforward due to the warehouse’s open floor plan, abundant natural light potential, and high ceiling volumes.
For tenants seeking a flexible creative studio or office environment in a purpose-built warehouse setting, this property offers character and workable scale across multiple floors. The combination of open layouts and high ceilings can support a range of production, collaboration, and administrative uses suited to artists and creative businesses.
Key Highlights
- 1914 four‑floor warehouse building at 52 O Street NW in Washington, DC
- Approximately 35,000 SF of studio/office space across 4 floors
- Leases to 50+ artists and business owners
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Jon Armstrong Photography
(Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store
Ben Droz Photography
Photography Service
RogerMuddhair
Hair Salon
The LeBarron Digital Studio
Corporate Office
Naiffer Photography
Photography Service
FAQs
What type of property is this?
Creative space - Four-story studio building with open layouts, ample windows, and high ceilings for creative and professional office use.
Where is this creative space located?
The property is located at 52 O Street NW Washington, DC.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $1,300 /Mo.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1914 four‑floor warehouse building at 52 O Street NW in Washington, DC; Approximately 35,000 SF of studio/office space across 4 floors; Leases to 50+ artists and business owners
