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1280 16th St NE, Washington, DC, 20002

2beds
2baths
1,200sqft
$498,999
$416price/sqft
$3,086/moest. monthly cost
$123,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

Estate Sale | Deep-Lot Trinidad Duplex with Parking, Income + Real Upside In a neighborhood that keeps proving its momentum, this classic Trinidad two-unit property offers something increasingly rare: space to grow, income to offset, and zoning that gives you options. Set on an unusually deep RF-1 lot with rear access, the property supports true off-street parking for 2–4 vehicles. For buyers thinking longer term, the lot depth opens the door to a meaningful rear expansion while still retaining two-car parking, subject to zoning and permitting. Both units are separately metered for gas and electric, creating clean operational lines and flexibility for future use. Upper Unit Tenant-occupied at market rent. Renovated 1BR/1BA with updated kitchen and bath. Stable income from day one. Lower Unit Fully gutted and ready for its next chapter. No guesswork, no piecemeal demo. A blank canvas to design, build, and reposition with intention. This property works for multiple strategies: • Live upstairs, renovate below • Hold as a long-term income asset • Rebuild and reconfigure for stronger returns • Expand thoughtfully within RF-1 guidelines Located moments from Union Market, Ivy City, H Street, Capitol Hill, and the U.S. National Arboretum, the fundamentals are solid and the trajectory is clear. Offered approximately 10% below the current $541,000 DC tax assessment and sold strictly as-is. Opportunities with this combination of depth, parking, zoning flexibility, and existing income are not common. Tour it. Run your numbers. Then decide how you want to play it.

Getting Around

81
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
56
BikeBikeable

Schools

4/10
Wheatley Education CampusGrades PK-80.5 mi
3/10
Dunbar High SchoolGrades 9-121.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Fixer,Excellent
  • Year built: 1951

Materials

  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Construction materials: Brick,Masonry

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Federal
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Has Laundry

Bathroom1

  • Level: Upper

Bathroom1

  • Level: Main

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 117
  • Dimensions: 9 X 13

Bedroom1

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 117
  • Dimensions: 9 X 13

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Dry Wall,Plaster Walls
  • Door features: Storm Door(s),Insulated
  • Window features: Double Hung,Double Pane Windows
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,200

Foyer

  • Level: Upper

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s),Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,200
  • Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Upper

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 11 X 12

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 11 X 12

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 4083//0026
  • Zoning: RF-1
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,460 sqft
  • Features: Front Yard,Rear Yard,Urban Land-Cristiana-Sunnysider

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Surface,Off Street