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Off market feb 2023 for $1.5M

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Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,934/mo

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5,540

sq ft

1281 Simms Pl NE, Washington, DC 20002

About this home

Amazing opportunity to purchase four, two-level units with loads of renovations having already been done, two units need some finishing work to shine but great opportunity for investors or handyman! Secure main door leads into an entry vestibule with doors to each unit. Two units are 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and 1,340 square feet and two are 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bath units with 750 square feet. Building is fenced and on a corner with greenspace and outdoor living space for the tenants. High ceilings, open floor plans, an abundance of windows, soft neutral color palettes, hardwood floors, shaker style cabinetry, quartz counters, upgraded lighting, fixtures, doors, knobs, designer finishes, and so much more. Walk to Gallaudet University, Metro, minutes to Union Market, Whole Foods, H Street Corridor, shopping, dining, entertainment, National Arboretum and more. Rental comps are $2,200 for the 750 square foot units and around $3,000 for the 1,350 square foot units!

Multi-familyProperty Type

1934Year Built

3,559 sq ftLot Size

$271Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Jennifer Young • Keller Williams Chantilly Ventures, LLC

•703-815-5700 (broker)

•frontdesk164@vaalliancegroup.com (broker)

Bought with Glenys Henriquez • Fairfax Realty Premier

•301-439-9500 (broker)

•metrocondoking@gmail.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2076422

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Market trends in Trinidad, DC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

98.3%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$675K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

123d

18 days MoM

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Sale history for 1281 Simms Pl NE

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #DCDC2076422

Feb 16, 2023

Sold

$1,500,000

$271/sq ft

Dec 14, 2022

Contingent

—

Nov 30, 2022

Listed

$1,524,400

$275/sq ft

Nov 30, 2022

Coming Soon

$1,524,400

$275/sq ft

Public Records

Sep 28, 2022

Sold

$1,480,000

$267/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DCDC506814

Feb 4, 2021

Listed

$1,976,000

$357/sq ft

Feb 4, 2021

Listing Removed

—

BRIGHT MLS #DCDC477954

Jul 29, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Jul 29, 2020

Listed

$399,900

$72/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #DCDC477940

Jul 17, 2020

Listing Removed

—

Jul 17, 2020

Listed

$399,900

$72/sq ft

MRIS #DC8594215

Jan 29, 2016

Sold

$545,000

$98/sq ft

Apr 9, 2015

Pending

—

Apr 4, 2015

Listed

$99/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1001338079

Jan 29, 2016

Sold

$545,000

$98/sq ft

Apr 4, 2015

Listed

$549,950

$99/sq ft

BRIGHT MLS #1003775832

Dec 20, 2013

Sold

$480,000

$87/sq ft

Nov 25, 2013

Listing Removed

—

Nov 25, 2013

Listed

$499,990

$90/sq ft

MRIS #DC8230997

Dec 20, 2013

Sold

$480,000

$87/sq ft

Nov 25, 2013

Listed

$90/sq ft

Nov 25, 2013

Delisted

—

Public Records

Dec 24, 1979

Sold

$60,500

$11/sq ft

** Price available after signing in.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$11,321 (−7.9%)

$518,440 + $813,490

$1,331,930

2025

$12,295 (−5.2%)

$518,440 + $813,490

$1,331,930

2024

$12,964 (+26.5%)

$515,840 + $930,650

$1,446,490

2023

$10,247 (−76.1%)

$513,280 + $1,011,930

$1,525,210

2022

$42,901 (+571.7%)

$502,030 + $972,590

$1,474,620

2021

$6,387 (−81.9%)

$458,900 + $399,120

$858,020

2020

$35,237 (+548.2%)

$442,850 + $308,520

$751,370

2019

$5,436 (+16.3%)

$373,700 + $265,850

$639,550

2018

$4,674 (+12.8%)

$332,050 + $217,780

$549,830

2017

$4,145 (+17.4%)

$283,720 + $203,980

$487,700

2016

$3,532 (+10.1%)

$283,720 + $203,980

$487,700

2015

$3,208 (+4.0%)

$223,930 + $153,520

$377,450

2014

$3,084 (+6.1%)

$156,560 + $206,290

$362,850

2013

$2,907 (−2.1%)

$156,560 + $206,290

$362,850

2012

$2,970 (−11.8%)

$149,160 + $192,890

$342,050

2011

$3,367 (−8.9%)

$151,720 + $197,700

$349,420

2010

$3,696 (−3.0%)

$170,900 + $225,250

$396,150

2009

$3,809

$180,940 + $253,900

$434,840

Tax history for 1281 Simms Pl NE

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$11,321 (−7.9%)

$518,440 + $813,490

$1,331,930

2025

$12,295 (−5.2%)

$518,440 + $813,490

$1,331,930

2024

$12,964 (+26.5%)

$515,840 + $930,650

$1,446,490

2023

$10,247 (−76.1%)

$513,280 + $1,011,930

$1,525,210

2022

$42,901 (+571.7%)

$502,030 + $972,590

$1,474,620

2021

$6,387 (−81.9%)

$458,900 + $399,120

$858,020

2020

$35,237 (+548.2%)

$442,850 + $308,520

$751,370

2019

$5,436 (+16.3%)

$373,700 + $265,850

$639,550

2018

$4,674 (+12.8%)

$332,050 + $217,780

$549,830

2017

$4,145 (+17.4%)

$283,720 + $203,980

$487,700

2016

$3,532 (+10.1%)

$283,720 + $203,980

$487,700

2015

$3,208 (+4.0%)

$223,930 + $153,520

$377,450

2014

$3,084 (+6.1%)

$156,560 + $206,290

$362,850

2013

$2,907 (−2.1%)

$156,560 + $206,290

$362,850

2012

$2,970 (−11.8%)

$149,160 + $192,890

$342,050

2011

$3,367 (−8.9%)

$151,720 + $197,700

$349,420

2010

$3,696 (−3.0%)

$170,900 + $225,250

$396,150

2009

$3,809

$180,940 + $253,900

$434,840

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

2.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3,559 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2018

Sq. Ft.

3,697

Year built

1934

Style

Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)

County

District of Columbia

APN

4052 0094

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.

RF-1

Residential Flat Zone 1

The purpose of the RF-1 zone is to provide for areas predominantly developed with row houses on small lots within which no more than two dwelling units are permitted.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Religious facility
Healthcare
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Recreation

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
On Street

Interior

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Interior Information
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Recessed Lighting, Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, High

Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs, Windows

Multi Unit Information
# of Two Bedroom Units: 2
# of Three Bedroom Units: 2
# of Vacant Units: 4
Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2,Unit 4,Unit 3

Exterior

Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1843
Improvement Assessed Value: $434,330
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
# of Units (Total): 4
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Porch(es)
Structure Type: Detached

Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Landscaping, Level, Premium
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $502,030

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 3,697
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,843
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated

Financial

Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $42,901
Tax Assessed Value: $936,360
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: $42,901

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2022

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School: WHEATLEY EDUCATION CAMPUS
Middle Or Junior School: WHEATLEY EDUCATION CAMPUS
High School: DUNBAR
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: New York Ave NE to Right on Florida Ave. , Left on Trinidad Ave NE, the building is on the corner of Simms and Trinidad Ave NE.
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles

Public facts

Beds: 10
Baths: 11.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,697
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 3,559 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1934
Year Renovated: 2018
County: District of Columbia
APN: 4052 0094

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026

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Wheatley Education Campus

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

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Dunbar High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

3/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

7/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 106° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

4/10 Wind Factor

19% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

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4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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1269 Simms Pl NE, Washington, DC 10 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3306 Sq. Ft.	$754,345
1273 Simms Pl NE Apartment 1, Washington, DC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1171 Sq. Ft.	$529,019

Address	Redfin Estimate
1273 Simms Pl NE Apartment 2, Washington, DC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1192 Sq. Ft.	$500,401
1273 Simms Pl NE Apartment 4, Washington, DC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 728 Sq. Ft.	$401,564

Address	Redfin Estimate
1277 Simms Pl NE, Washington, DC - Beds \| - Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	—
1273 Simms Pl NE Apartment 2, Washington, DC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1192 Sq. Ft.	$544,197

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