1281 Simms Place Northeast

Closed 2/16/23

Sold

Last Sold Price

$1,500,000

10 beds8 baths5,540 sqft$271/sqft

1281 Simms Pl NE, Washington, DC 20002

Multi FamilyProperty Type

3,559 sq ftLot Size

1947Year Built

$271/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

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...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!

Listed by: Jennifer D Young 703.956.5128 jennifer@jyhteam.com • Keller Williams Chantilly Ventures, LLC

Listing closed: 02/16/2023 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: DCDC2076422

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$7,624

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Property Information for 1281 Simms Place Northeast

Property Details

Taxes: $42,901 / year
MLS Type: Multi-Family / Fee Simple
County: District of Columbia
Tax ID Number: 4052//0094
Ownership: Fee Simple
Structure Type: Detached
Style: Colonial
Waterfront: No
Views: Garden/Lawn, Trees/Woods
Garage: No
Expected On Market Date: 12-21-2022
Subdivision: TRINIDAD
Subdivision: TRINIDAD (WASHINGTON DC)
Legal Subdivision: Trinidad
Central Air: Yes
Basement: Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT: 3,697.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished SQFT: 1,843.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
Total Below Grade SQFT: 1,843.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Estimated
New Construction: No

Building Information

Stories: 2
Year Built: 1947
Lot Size: 0.08 AC / 3,559 SF

Location

In City Limits: Yes
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles

School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District County ID: 121140357950
SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
Elementary School: WHEATLEY EDUCATION CAMPUS (WASHINGTON DC)
ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
Middle Or Junior School: WHEATLEY EDUCATION CAMPUS (WASHINGTON DC)
MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
High School: DUNBAR (WASHINGTON DC)
HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
County: WASHINGTON

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Assessed Value: $936,360

Year Assessed: 2022
County Tax: $0
Improvement Assessed Value: $434,330
City Town Tax: $42,901
Land Assessed Value: $502,030
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 0
Zoning: MULTI UNIT
Tax Lot: 94
School Tax: $0
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Lease Information

Concessions: No

Unit Information

Single Room Units Count: 0
One Bedroom Units Count: 0

Two Bedroom Units Count: 2
Three Bedroom Units Count: 2
Other Units: Unit 1,Unit 2,Unit 4,Unit 3
Number Of Units Vacant: 4

Multi Family

Unit 1

Type: Unit 1
Level: 2

Unit Type Finished SQFT: 1340
Beds Total: 3
Half Baths Count: 1
Full Baths Count: 2

Unit 2

Type: Unit 2
Level: 2

Unit Type Finished SQFT: 1340
Beds Total: 3
Half Baths Count: 1
Full Baths Count: 2

Unit 3

Type: Unit 3
Level: 2

Unit Type Finished SQFT: 750
Beds Total: 2
Half Baths Count: 1
Full Baths Count: 2

Unit 4

Type: Unit 4
Level: 2

Unit Type Finished SQFT: 750
Beds Total: 2
Half Baths Count: 1
Full Baths Count: 2

Building Info

Building Units Total: 4
Total Finished SQFT: 5,540.00

Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,155.00
Total SQFT: 5,540.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Construction Materials: Brick
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media02.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8020/4795/5914/802047955914_512_384_WM_5ojnA_dS-LqRGuyg.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, High
Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Basement Type: Fully Finished, Partially Finished, Walkout Stairs, Windows
Foundation Details: Permanent
Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Features: Corner, Landscaping, Level, Premium

Soil Types: Unknown
Parcel ID: 16072850

Parking

Type Of Parking: On Street

Interior Features

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
Accessibility Features: None

Security Features: Main Entrance Lock
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://andre-r-rowe-photography.seehouseat.com/2079786?idx=1

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Porch(es)

Pool: No Pool

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS
List Agent URL: www.JenniferYoungHomes.com

Property History for 1281 Simms Place Northeast

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Feb 16, 2023	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2076422	$1,500,000	—
Feb 8, 2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1505979503	$1,500,000	+3.7% / yr
Dec 14, 2022	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2076422		—
Dec 14, 2022	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2076422		—
Nov 30, 2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2076422	$1,524,400	—
Sep 26, 2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1498449273	$1,480,000	+22.0% / yr
Mar 15, 2021	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC506814		—
Feb 4, 2021	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC506814		—
Feb 4, 2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC506814	$1,976,000	—
Jul 29, 2020	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC477954		—
Jul 29, 2020	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC477954	$399,900	—
Jul 17, 2020	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC477940	$399,900	—
Jul 17, 2020	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC477940	$399,900	—
Sep 18, 2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #605507996	$545,000	—
Jan 29, 2016	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #564567824	$545,000	+6.2% / yr
Jan 29, 2016	Closed BRIGHT #1001338079	$545,000	—
Apr 9, 2015	Pending BRIGHT #1001338079		—
Apr 4, 2015	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001338079	$549,950	—
Dec 20, 2013	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #392193342	$480,000	—
Dec 20, 2013	Closed BRIGHT #1003775832	$480,000	—
Nov 25, 2013	Pending BRIGHT #1003775832		—
Nov 25, 2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003775832	$499,990	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
02/16/2023	Closed BRIGHT #DCDC2076422	$1,500,000
02/08/2023	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1505979503	$1,500,000 +3.7% / yr
12/14/2022	Pending BRIGHT #DCDC2076422	—
12/14/2022	Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DCDC2076422	—
11/30/2022	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC2076422	$1,524,400
09/26/2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1498449273	$1,480,000 +22.0% / yr
03/15/2021	Expired BRIGHT #DCDC506814	—
02/04/2021	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC506814	—
02/04/2021	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC506814	$1,976,000
07/29/2020	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC477954	—
07/29/2020	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC477954	$399,900
07/17/2020	Withdrawn BRIGHT #DCDC477940	$399,900
07/17/2020	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DCDC477940	$399,900
09/18/2017	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #605507996	$545,000
01/29/2016	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #564567824	$545,000 +6.2% / yr
01/29/2016	Closed BRIGHT #1001338079	$545,000
04/09/2015	Pending BRIGHT #1001338079	—
04/04/2015	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001338079	$549,950
12/20/2013	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #392193342	$480,000
12/20/2013	Closed BRIGHT #1003775832	$480,000
11/25/2013	Pending BRIGHT #1003775832	—
11/25/2013	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1003775832	$499,990

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1281 Simms Place Northeast

Taxable ValueLand$515,840Additions$930,650Total$1,446,490

Tax Record2025$12,295 ($1,025 / month)

Home Facts

Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,697 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,697 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,559 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1934Year Renovated2018ZoningRF-1CountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN4052 0094

Schools near 1281 Simms Place Northeast

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
4/10	Wheatley Education Campus	Public - Serves this home	PK to 8	0.4 mi
3/10	Dunbar High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.6 mi
8/10	Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	0.7 mi
10/10	School-Within-School @ Goding	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	0.9 mi
9/10	McKinley Technology High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.2 mi
7/10	Capitol Hill Montessori @ Logan	Public - Nearby school	PK to 8	1.3 mi
NR	New Beginnings Vocational Program LLC	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.5 mi
NR	Model Secondary School for The Deaf	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.6 mi
NR	Kendall Demonstration Elementary School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
4/10	Wheatley Education Campus PublicPK to 8 Serves this home	0.4 mi
3/10	Dunbar High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.6 mi
8/10	Phelps Architecture, Construction, and Engineering High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	0.7 mi
10/10	School-Within-School @ Goding PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	0.9 mi
9/10	McKinley Technology High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.2 mi
7/10	Capitol Hill Montessori @ Logan PublicPK to 8 Nearby school	1.3 mi
NR	New Beginnings Vocational Program LLC Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.5 mi
NR	Model Secondary School for The Deaf Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.6 mi
NR	Kendall Demonstration Elementary School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.7 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 1281 Simms Place Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	$1,500,000	10	8	5,540	3,559
1277 Simms Place Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	$150,000	–	–	–	4,049
1273 Simms Place Northeast, Unit 1, Washington, DC 20002	$552,000	3	2	1,171	–
1273 Simms Place Northeast, Unit 4, Washington, DC 20002	$450,000	2	2	728	–
1273 Simms Place Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	$450,000	–	4	3,306	4,749
1280 Raum Street Northeast, Unit 2, Washington, DC 20002	$365,000	2	1	798	–
1280 Raum Street Northeast, Unit 202, Washington, DC 20002	$290,000	2	1	778	–
1280 Raum Street Northeast, Unit 101, Washington, DC 20002	$300,000	2	1	733	–
1280 Raum Street Northeast, Unit 102, Washington, DC 20002	$305,000	2	1	747	–
1280 Raum Street Northeast, Unit 201, Washington, DC 20002	$310,000	2	1	830	–
1269 Simms Place Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	$920,000	–	4	3,306	4,748
1736 Trinidad Avenue Northeast, Unit 4, Washington, DC 20002	$360,000	–	–	9,655	7,153
1717 Trinidad Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	$839,000	8	4	3,336	3,795
1732 Trinidad Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	$360,000	–	–	–	7,153
1276 Raum Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	$890,000	–	–	–	4,049
1272 Raum Street Northeast, Washington, DC 20002	–	–	4	3,306	4,749

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