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Three-Unit Federal Townhouse
For Sale
$1,975,000

1768 WILLARD Street NW, Washington, DC 20009

Multi-Family, WASHINGTON, DC

Property Size3,665 SF
Lot Size0.03 Acres
Price / SF$538.88
Days on Market60

Property Features for 1768 WILLARD Street NW

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Rooms Basement, Family Room, Dining Room
Parking features Off Street
Interior features Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Skylight(s), Wood Floors
Fireplace 1
Appliances Oven/Range - Gas, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
Subdivision OLD CITY #2
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
Size 3,665 SF
Lot size 0.03 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 12925

Utilities

Heating system Forced Air
Cooling system Central Air

Amenities

rooftop deck
wood-burning fireplace

Building Details

Year built 1925
Number of units 3
Building materials Brick
Architectural style Federal
Listing Agency: Washington Fine Properties, LLC
Listed By: Nathan J Guggenheim · License #SP98364671
Added: Jul 9 Changed: Sep 5 Last Checked: Sep 5 at 11:06PM
MLS# DCDC2272372

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 3,665-square-foot brick Federal townhouse, built in 1925, is arranged as three separate residences. The lower apartments include a two-bedroom, one-bath unit and a one-bedroom, one-bath unit. The owner’s residence occupies the top two levels and features vaulted ceilings, an open kitchen, wood-burning fireplace, wood floors, and a primary suite with direct rooftop-deck access. Central air, forced-air heating, and off-street parking are also provided.

The property sits on a 0.0347-acre lot at 1768 Willard Street NW in Washington, DC. Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, Logan Circle, and the 14th Street corridor are nearby, along with restaurants, cafes, retail, parks, Metro access, and cultural destinations. The Federal architectural style and multi-residence layout combine period character with flexible occupancy arrangements.

Key Highlights

  • 3,665‑square‑foot triplex on a 0.0347‑acre lot
  • Two‑bedroom, one‑bath apartment plus one‑bedroom, one‑bath apartment
  • Owner’s residence spans the top two levels

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$80,005
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
4.05%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$1,600,100 $1.6M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,142,929 $1.1M
Cap Rate 9%
$888,944 $888.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,665 SF 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.
Gross rent
$120.9K $33.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$6.7K −$1.82/SF
EGI
$114.3K $31.19/SF
− OpEx
−$34.3K −$9.36/SF
NOI
$80.0K $21.83/SF
Area
ZIP 20009
Vacancy
5.50%
Lease Rate
$33.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality. Typical U.S. stable-market ranges: Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+) Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand) Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically) Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher) Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk) Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5% Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5% Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term Rules of thumb: Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%). Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C. Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI. Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$1,600,100
Cap Rate 7%
$1,142,929
Cap Rate 9%
$888,944

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$1.14M
$1.00M – $1.33M (±1% cap)
NOI $80,005 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.05%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$1.02M
$891.5K – $1.19M (±1% cap)
NOI $71,320 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.61%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.89M
$1.65M – $2.20M (±1% cap)
NOI $131,961 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.68%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Triplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Butcher Fish Market Tanning Salon Clothing & Fashion Store

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

3
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

7,539
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 20009, DC

53,357
Population
31,824
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
84%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
1.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
41,044
Density / Sq Mi
$140,555
Median Household Income
$99,606
Median Earnings
$2,346
Median Rent
$727,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in South region

8.5% 2022
10.2% 2023
11.4% 2024
11.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Triplex - Three separately configured residences include two rental apartments and a top-level owner’s unit.
Where is this triplex located?
The property is located at 1768 WILLARD Street NW Washington, DC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,975,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,665‑square‑foot triplex on a 0.0347‑acre lot; Two‑bedroom, one‑bath apartment plus one‑bedroom, one‑bath apartment; Owner’s residence spans the top two levels
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