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1508 U Street, Washington, DC, 20009
Mixed-Use Building in U Street

1508 U Street Washington, DC 20009

For Sale
$1,895,000

Mixed-use property in vibrant U Street Corridor, Washington, D.C.

Property Size3,576 SF
Price / SF$529.92
Days on Market110

Property Features for 1508 U Street

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
3,576 SF
Property subtype
Multifamily
Listing Agency: Washington, D.C. Office
Listed By: Stacey Milam · License #License(s): MD: 526147, DC: SP101423, VA: 0225 077593
Source: Marcusmillichap
Added: Apr 8 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Jul 26 at 2:58AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in the U Street Corridor of Washington, D.C., the mixed-use property at 1508 U Street NW features office and retail space. The building is positioned near the intersection of 14th Street and U Street, benefiting from visibility and foot traffic, with access to retail, dining, and entertainment options. Originally constructed in 1900 and renovated in 2020, the Class B building contains approximately 3,576 square feet across four stories. It includes a bi-level office suite and a first-floor retail space, both to be delivered vacant. The property is zoned Mixed-Use (MU-4), allowing for retail, office, and multifamily uses. The layout supports multiple tenancy configurations, with separate access points for the retail and office components. The property is eligible for the Great Streets Grant Program, offering potential funding of up to $80,000 for renovations, equipment, and storefront improvements. The U Street Metro Station is located approximately 0.4 miles away, with access to Farragut North, Shaw-Howard University Station, and Union Station. The property is 6.2 miles from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in the heart of the U Street Corridor, a vibrant and high‑traffic commercial district in Washington, D.C.
  • Mixed‑use property with both office and retail space, offering diverse income potential.
  • Delivered vacant, providing immediate lease‑up potential for investors or owner‑occupancy opportunities.

Financial Insights For Office B

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

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.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $161.3k $45.12
− Vacancy −$25.8k −$7.22
EGI $135.5k $37.90
− OpEx −$33.9k −$9.48
NOI $101.6k $28.43
3,576 SF · lease $45.12/SF/yr · vacancy 16.00% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$1.45M
$1.27M – $1.69M (±1% cap)
NOI $101,650 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.36%
Second Best
Mixed Use
$1.03M
$902.6K – $1.20M (±1% cap)
NOI $72,206 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.81%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.84M
$1.61M – $2.15M (±1% cap)
NOI $128,757 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.79%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

BirdWatch Landscaping

Suggested Use

(Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Butcher Electrical Service Tanning Salon Clothing & Fashion Store Adult Day Care Buffet (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Pet Grooming Service

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Mixed-use property in vibrant U Street Corridor, Washington, D.C.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 1508 U Street Washington, DC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,895,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in the heart of the U Street Corridor, a vibrant and high‑traffic commercial district in Washington, D.C.; Mixed‑use property with both office and retail space, offering diverse income potential.; Delivered vacant, providing immediate lease‑up potential for investors or owner‑occupancy opportunities.
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