Duplex with Attached
For Sale
Under Contract
$1,200,000
1526 POTOMAC Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20003
Multi-Family, WASHINGTON, DC
Property Size2,120 SF
Lot Size0.07 Acres
Price / SF$566.04
Days on Market41
Property Features for 1526 POTOMAC Avenue SE
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Rooms
Basement
Parking
1
Parking features
Garage - Attached
Fireplace
1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Subdivision
CAPITOL HILL EAST
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 Under Contract
Size
2,120 SF
Lot size
0.07 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Annual Amount
8375
Utilities
Heating system
Forced Air
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1922
Number of units
2
Building materials
Brick
Architectural style
Federal
Listing Agency:
Redfin Corp
(202) 759-7581
Listed By:
Chelsea Lanise Traylor · License #SP98362569
(703) 989-4903
Added: Sep 19
Changed: Oct 21
Last Checked: Oct 29 at 2:06PM
MLS# DCDC2284162
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Built in 1922, this brick duplex contains 2,120 square feet across an upper residence and a separate basement apartment. The upper unit has 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a half bath, along with hardwood flooring, a fireplace, wet bar, dining room, and kitchen with deck access. The lower unit has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, a kitchen, and a living area, with its own entrance and Certificate of Occupancy. Each residence has separate laundry, HVAC equipment, and water heaters; electric service is separately metered. An attached garage and driveway provide parking, and the 0.0701-acre property includes fenced front, side, and rear yards. Recent improvements include HVAC work in both units, an upper-unit washer and dryer, and a lower-unit washer.
The property is at 1526 Potomac Avenue SE in Washington, DC. Potomac Avenue Metro is two blocks away, and nearby destinations named include Eastern Market, Barracks Row, Navy Yard, Nationals Park, and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail.
The property is at 1526 Potomac Avenue SE in Washington, DC. Potomac Avenue Metro is two blocks away, and nearby destinations named include Eastern Market, Barracks Row, Navy Yard, Nationals Park, and the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail.
Key Highlights
- Two residences: upper unit with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms; basement apartment with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
- 2,120‑square‑foot brick duplex on a 0.0701‑acre lot
- Lower‑level apartment has a Certificate of Occupancy and a separate entrance
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$37,984
Cap Rate
3.17%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$759,680
$759.7K
Cap Rate 7%
$542,629
$542.6K
Cap Rate 9%
$422,044
$422.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,120 SF
Gross rent
$57.2K $27.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.0K −$1.40/SF
EGI
$54.3K $25.60/SF
− OpEx
−$16.3K −$7.68/SF
NOI
$38.0K $17.92/SF
Area
Washington, DC
Vacancy
5.20%
Lease Rate
$27.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$759,680
Cap Rate 7%
$542,629
Cap Rate 9%
$422,044
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$542.6K
$474.8K – $633.1K
NOI $37,984 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.17%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$503.2K
$440.3K – $587.1K
NOI $35,225 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.94%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.09M
$954.2K – $1.27M
NOI $76,332 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.36%
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Trade Area within ½ mile
1,384
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two self-contained residences provide separate kitchens, laundry, HVAC equipment, water heaters, and electrical metering.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1526 POTOMAC Avenue SE Washington, DC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two residences: upper unit with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms; basement apartment with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom; 2,120‑square‑foot brick duplex on a 0.0701‑acre lot; Lower‑level apartment has a Certificate of Occupancy and a separate entrance
