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Retail Space on H Street NE
For Lease
$7,500/Mo
Pending

521 H St Ne #a, Washington, DC 20002

Ground floor retail with basement in Capitol Hill.

Space SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.03 Acres
Days on Market202

Property Features for 521 H St Ne #a

General Information

Standard status Pending
Lot size 0.03 Acres
Property subtype Commercial

Building Details

Year Built 1921
Listing Agency: DC REAL PROPERTY,LLC
Listed By: KENN B BLAGBURN · License #PB98373602
Source: Corcoran
Added: Jan 22 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 8 at 6:10AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The property features a ground floor retail space and basement, totaling approximately 1,534 square feet. The ground floor offers street-level frontage and visibility on H Street NE, making it suitable for retail, service, showroom, or other customer-facing commercial uses, subject to lease terms and permitted use. The basement is intended for storage and ancillary support functions related to the ground floor use, subject to applicable code and zoning requirements. An upstairs unit of approximately 750 square feet is separately available, allowing for flexibility in tenancy structure, future expansion, or multi-level occupancy, subject to availability and lease terms. The property is located in the Capitol Hill / Near Northeast corridor, supported by residential density and a mix of retail and service businesses. The location benefits from proximity to H Street NE, Maryland Avenue NE, and Union Station, providing connections to Downtown Washington, DC, and Capitol Hill. Public transportation is readily available, and the area supports daytime and evening activity, making it well-suited for retail, service-oriented, professional, and creative commercial uses. The area has experienced continued investment and neighborhood stability, making it well-suited for service-oriented, professional, creative, and wellness-focused commercial uses. The combination of leasing options, existing infrastructure, and a walkable urban setting contributes to the long-term viability of the premises.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in the active Capitol Hill / Near Northeast corridor with strong residential density.
  • Excellent accessibility to H Street NE, Maryland Avenue NE, and Union Station.
  • Ground floor retail space with street‑level frontage and visibility.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Pot Paradise Marijuana ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Chinatown Market Grocery & Convenience Store Farmerz DC Cannabis ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Butcher Tanning Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Clothing & Fashion Store Tattoo & Piercing Shop Auto Parts 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

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$8.80 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

11,437
Businesses Nearby
112k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Hotels & Casinos 43% Groceries 25% Shops & Services 23% Dining 9%
Safeway Groceries
28,133 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Washington Marriott At Metro Center Hotels & Casinos
24,363 visits/mo 0.5 miles
TD Bank Shops & Services
11,904 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Hampton Inn Washington Downtown Convention Center Hotels & Casinos
6,622 visits/mo 0.2 miles
HSBC Shops & Services
6,258 visits/mo 0.2 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

Lease Benchmarks for Washington, DC

$41.7 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$3.24–$109 /SF/Yr
Price Range
9,660 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 41% above the average of $41.7 /SF/Yr.

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?
Retail space - Ground floor retail with basement in Capitol Hill.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 521 H St Ne #a Washington, DC.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $7,500/Mo.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in the active Capitol Hill / Near Northeast corridor with strong residential density.; Excellent accessibility to H Street NE, Maryland Avenue NE, and Union Station.; Ground floor retail space with street‑level frontage and visibility.
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