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    5217 GEORGIA Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20011

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    $1,100,000

    Commercial Sale - WASHINGTON, DC

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    2,696 SF
    Lot size:
    0.06 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $408/SF
    Added:
    Mar 6, 2026
    Days on Market:
    72
    Last Refresh:
    May 17 at 2:06 am

    Property Features for 5217 GEORGIA Avenue NW

    General Information

    Property type
    Other
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Parking
    2
    Parking features
    On Street
    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    2,696 SF
    Lot size
    0.06 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Annual Amount
    15091

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1923
    Building materials
    Brick Veneer

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    Listing Contact
    Martha Liriano

    Listing agent Martha Liriano License #SP98377038

    Listing office Keller Williams Capital Properties 519 C Street, WASHINGTON, DC

    Listing date Mar 6, 2026

    MLS# DCDC2248014

    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.

    HighLights

    • Fully built‑out three‑level restaurant/bar/lounge space (2,696 sq ft) ready for immediate operation.
    • Prime location on the active Georgia Avenue corridor in Northwest DC with strong visibility and access to public transit.
    • Features three bar areas renovated in 2021 and a commercial kitchen with a new kitchen hood installed in 2024.
    • Zoned MU‑4, supporting a range of commercial uses including restaurant, bar, lounge, or entertainment concepts.
    • Flexible layout across three levels allows for separate dining, bar, or private event spaces.
    • Includes rear parking for staff and 1‑2 on‑site parking spaces.

    Overview

    Located along the active Georgia Avenue corridor in Northwest Washington, DC, this is an opportunity to purchase a fully built-out three-level restaurant, bar, and lounge. The 2,696 square foot building is ideally suited for a restaurant, bar, lounge, or event venue across three levels. The property features three bar areas that were renovated in 2021, a commercial kitchen on the main level with a kitchen hood installed in 2024, and existing commercial refrigeration that conveys with the space. The building has also benefited from recent exterior improvements, including roof and rear siding updates. Zoned MU-4, the property supports a range of commercial uses, including restaurant, bar, lounge, or entertainment concepts. The layout allows for flexible operations across multiple levels, making it well-suited for operators seeking separate dining, bar, or private event spaces. Additional highlights include rear parking for staff, 1-2 on-site parking spaces, and strong visibility along Georgia Avenue with convenient access to public transit and neighborhood amenities. The 0.0554-acre lot space is move-in ready and offers an excellent opportunity for hospitality operators looking to establish a presence in a vibrant Northwest DC corridor.

    Financial Insights

    Value Estimation Calculated for Specialty Retail

    Conservative
    $776.4K
    NOI $69,880 @ 9.00% cap · cautious / downside scenario
    Moderate
    $998.3K
    NOI $69,880 @ 7.00% cap · market / base-case scenario
    Aggressive
    $1.40M
    NOI $69,880 @ 5.00% cap · optimistic / upside scenario

    NOI & Cap Rate Calculator

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
         Calculated for Specialty Retail

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $97.1k $36.00
    − Vacancy −$3.9k −$1.44
    EGI $93.2k $34.56
    − OpEx −$23.3k −$8.64
    NOI $69.9k $25.92
    2,696 SF · lease $36.00/SF/yr · vacancy 4.00% · expense 25.00%

    Alternative Use Scenarios

    Best Use
    Specialty Retail
    $998.3K
    $873.5K – $1.16M (±1% cap)
    NOI $69,880 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.35%
    Second Best
    —
    —
    no second resolved use
    Theoretical Best
    Office A
    $1.39M
    $1.22M – $1.62M (±1% cap)
    NOI $97,436 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.86%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Bars & Pubs

    Similar Places Nearby

    • DeGar's Catering — 622 Allison St NW, Washington, DC 20011
    • Calderon Catering — 5747 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20011
    • Gator On Wheels Caterers — Washington, DC 20011
    • Three Friends Catering — 4203 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20011
    • Catering By Benjamín INC — 5327 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011

    Map

    City
    Washington
    County
    District of Columbia
    State
    District of Columbia
    Longitude
    -77.0273129
    Latitude
    38.9534708

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Fully built-out restaurant/bar on Georgia Avenue in Northwest DC.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 5217 GEORGIA Avenue NW Washington, DC.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,100,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Fully built‑out three‑level restaurant/bar/lounge space (2,696 sq ft) ready for immediate operation.; Prime location on the active Georgia Avenue corridor in Northwest DC with strong visibility and access to public transit.; Features three bar areas renovated in 2021 and a commercial kitchen with a new kitchen hood installed in 2024.
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    Listing Contact
    Martha Liriano
    Real Estate License ID: SP98377038
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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