* * New price adjustment on April 20th * * Marcus & Millichap is pleased to exclusively present a fully renovated four-unit apartment buildings located at 1500 Columbia Road NW (4 -3BR/2 BA) in the highly desirable Columbia Heights / Shaw submarket of Northwest Washington, D. C. The offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a renovated multifamily asset with strong in-place cash flow, multiple exit strategies, and long-term appreciation upside in one of the District’s most resilient rental markets. There is also an option to purchase 543 Florida Avenue NW (4-2BR/1 BA) in the same submarket. The portfolio consists of eight total units across two separately metered buildings, offering buyers flexibility to acquire individually or as a combined investment. Both assets have undergone substantial renovations, including modernized interiors and upgraded building systems, reducing near-term capital expenditure risk and providing immediate operational stability. From a financial standpoint, the properties deliver attractive going-in CAP rates ranging from approximately 6.99% to 7.39%, with NOI of approximately $271,000 combined, and strong Debt Coverage Ratios (1.30x–1.38x). Shaw Duo offers strong in-place income, and market-supported rent growth in a low vacancy submarket. A ProForma CAP rate of 8.81% for 1500 Columbia Road NW. These four-unit buildings also present an exceptional opportunity for owner-occupants seeking to offset housing costs through rental income. FHA financing is available for qualified buyers, significantly expanding the buyer pool. In high-cost markets such as Washington, D. C. , the 2026 FHA loan limit for a four-unit property is approximately $2.4 million, allowing buyers to acquire these assets with low down payment requirements while benefiting from market-rate rents. With close proximity to Howard University, this opportunity is also well-suited for parents purchasing housing for a student while renting the remaining units to fellowstudents or young professionals. This strategy enables parents to convert housing expenses into a long-term investment, offset ownership costs through rental income, and retain a highly marketable asset upon graduation. The unit layouts, neighborhood amenities, and transit access align well with student and early-career renter demand, making this a compelling alternative to traditional student housing or condominium ownership. Columbia Heights remains one of Washington, D. C. ’s most transit-oriented, and demographically diverse submarkets. Anchored by the Columbia Heights Metro Station (Green/Yellow Lines) and the 14th Street NW commercial corridor, the neighborhood benefits from exceptional walkability, dense retail amenities, and proximity to maj
Multi-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
1,737 sq ftLot Size
$622Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lorenzo Wooten• Marcus & Millichap Real Estate
•202-536-3700 (broker)
•brian.hosey@marcusmillichap.com (broker)
Bought with Brian Hosey• Marcus & Millichap Real Estate
The Residential Apartment (RA) zones are residential zones, designed to provide for residential areas suitable for multiple dwelling unit development and supporting uses.; The RA zones are intended to: Permit flexibility by allowing all types of residential development; Promote stable residential areas while permitting a variety of types of urban residential neighborhoods; Promote a walkable living environment; Allow limited non-residential uses that are compatible with adjoining residential uses; Encourage compatibility between the location of new buildings or construction and the existing neighborhood; and Ensure that buildings and developments around fixed rail stations, transit hubs, and streetcar lines are oriented to support active use of public transportation and safety of public spaces.; The RA-2 zone provides for areas developed with predominantly moderate-density residential.
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Porch(es)
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $494,280
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,282
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 182
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 627
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $9,583
Tax Assessed Value: $1,176,570
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $9,583
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Lease Information
Existing Lease Type: Yearly
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Hot Water
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: 3rd Party
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: Use GPS
Transportation: Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile, Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 13
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,282
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,737 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2017
County: District of Columbia
APN: 2577 0035
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Automatically Close on Close Date
Around this home
Schools
H.D. Cooke Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Columbia Heights Education Campus
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
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