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Two-Unit Storefront Property
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$2,500,000

1818 1818-1820 Benning Rd NE, Washington, DC 20002

Commercial building with one leased storefront and a second space available for occupancy or leasing.

Property Size3,215 SF
Lot Size0.09 Acres
Price / SF$777.60
Days on Market49

Property Features for 1818 1818-1820 Benning Rd NE

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,215 SF
Lot size 0.09 Acres

Financials

Gross Income $45,799
Opportunity Zone Yes

Site & Location

Traffic Count 40,000 vehicles/day
Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1947
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: EXP Realty, LLC
Listed By: SERIF SOYDAN · License #0225244507
Source: Kandorre
Added: Aug 20 Changed: Oct 1 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 12:09AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of EXP Realty, LLC

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 3,215-square-foot storefront property at 1818-1820 Benning Rd NE includes two separate commercial spaces in a building constructed in 1947. The 1818 space contains approximately 1,955 square feet and is leased through November 30, 2026. The adjoining 1820 space is vacant and can be leased or occupied by an owner. The property sits on a 0.09-acre lot and is located within an Opportunity Zone.

The site is positioned near the H Street Corridor, with Metrobus and DC Streetcar stops one block away. Major connections include I-295 and Route 50, while Union Station is accessible via the H Street streetcar. The property is also near Aldi, Chick-fil-A, CVS, Safeway, Starbucks, the National Arboretum, and Atlas Performing Arts Center.

Within a 1-mile radius, nearly 4,000 multifamily units and more than 103,600 square feet of retail space are proposed or under construction. The source property information also identifies potential for a multifamily mixed-use project with 20+ residential units and ground-floor retail, subject to permitting.

Key Highlights

  • 3,215‑square‑foot building on a 0.09‑acre lot
  • Two commercial spaces, including approximately 1,955 square feet at 1818 Benning Rd NE
  • Existing lease at 1818 Benning Rd NE runs through November 30, 2026

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$71,987
Cap Rate
2.88%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,439,740 $1.4M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,028,386 $1.0M
Cap Rate 9%
$799,856 $799.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,215 SF
Gross rent
$108.0K $33.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$5.2K −$1.61/SF
EGI
$102.8K $31.99/SF
− OpEx
−$30.9K −$9.60/SF
NOI
$72.0K $22.39/SF
Area
ZIP 20002
Vacancy
4.80%
Lease Rate
$33.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,439,740
Cap Rate 7%
$1,028,386
Cap Rate 9%
$799,856

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$1.03M
$899.8K – $1.20M (±1% cap)
NOI $71,987 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.88%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.66M
$1.45M – $1.94M (±1% cap)
NOI $116,194 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.65%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Skin Care Clinic Big Box & Wholesale Store Furniture & Home Goods Electrical Service Building Supply

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

40,000 VPD
Traffic count
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,174
Businesses Nearby
170k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 44% Shops & Services 30% Dining 26%
Safeway Groceries
43,318 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Aldi Groceries
31,612 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Chick-fil-A Dining
27,104 visits/mo 0.5 miles
McDonald's Dining
15,820 visits/mo 0.2 miles
7-Eleven Shops & Services
10,092 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 20002, DC

69,422
Population
38,459
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
70%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
5.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
13,612
Density / Sq Mi
$114,482
Median Household Income
$82,909
Median Earnings
$2,140
Median Rent
$813,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Washington, DC

4.9% 2019
5.4% 2020
5.6% 2021
4.8% 2022
4.6% 2023
4.2% 2024
4.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Commercial building with one leased storefront and a second space available for occupancy or leasing.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 1818 1818-1820 Benning Rd NE Washington, DC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,215‑square‑foot building on a 0.09‑acre lot; Two commercial spaces, including approximately 1,955 square feet at 1818 Benning Rd NE; Existing lease at 1818 Benning Rd NE runs through November 30, 2026
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