1911 8th St NW

Beds
Baths
2,500 Sq. Ft.
$480 / Sq. Ft.
2,500
Sq. Ft.
$480
per Sq. Ft.

Description

New To Market. This beautiful Victorian 2-unit building is situated in DC’s bustling Shaw neighborhood and just 2 blocks from the U Street Metro, 3 blocks to the 9:30 club and all that the U Street Corridor, and nearby Howard University have to offer. Residents love the convenience and the central location, making it an excellent long term and stable investment. 1911 8th Street, NW is 2 doors away from a new construction mid-rise development with ground level retail and luxury apartments. Strong...New To Market. This beautiful Victorian 2-unit building is situated in DC’s bustling Shaw neighborhood and just 2 blocks from the U Street Metro, 3 blocks to the 9:30 club and all that the U Street Corridor, and nearby Howard University have to offer. Residents love the convenience and the central location, making it an excellent long term and stable investment. 1911 8th Street, NW is 2 doors away from a new construction mid-rise development with ground level retail and luxury apartments. Strong NOI on day one, good condition, in a central location. With a 99 Walk Score and located just two blocks from the U Street Metro, this asset is a cornerstone for any serious DC portfolio. The property features two spacious apartments (a 2BR/1BA and a 3BR/1BA) with three separate electric meters, premium finishes: solid oak hardwoods, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and updated systems. Beyond the aesthetics, the true value lies in the stabilized income stream. Occupied by long-term tenants, the building commands a strong NOI, reliably and insulated from market volatility. Flexibility is a key feature here; currently configured as individual condominiums, it is possible to convert the property back to a single taxable unit to suit the specific investment strategy. Whether looking for a turnkey "buy and hold" or a strategic asset in one of the Washington DC’s most resilient corridors, this building delivers the perfect blend of updated systems and a prime location. Live in one an rent the other "House Hack" is possible here with a 3.5% downpayment FHA loan. Sellers interested in a timely sale.
  1. Listed by Philip C DiRuggiero • Engel & Volkers Washington, DC
    P: (202)-725-2250 phil.diruggiero@engelvoelkers.com
  2. Listed by Nicolas Ross Makris • Engel & Volkers Washington, DC
    P: (703)-727-9382 nic.makris@engelvoelkers.com

Property Details for 1911 8th Street Northwest

Tax ID Number
NO TAX RECORD
Ownership
Fee Simple
Structure Type
Interior Row/Townhouse
Style
Victorian
Waterfront
No
Garage
No
Subdivision
SHAW
Subdivision
SHAW (WASHINGTON DC)
LISTING UPDATED: 02/17/2026 06:25 AM

Property Details for 1911 8th Street Northwest

StatusActive
MLS #DCDC2245514
Days on Market6
Taxes$8,622 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-Family / Fee Simple
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,540 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia

Location

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Building Information for 1911 8th Street Northwest

Stories-Residences2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,540 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,567 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,849

Property Taxes

$719

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1911 8th Street Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,011,580
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • City Town Tax: $8,622
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: Yes
  • Zoning: RF-1
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Single Room Units Count: 0
  • One Bedroom Units Count: 0
  • Two Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Three Bedroom Units Count: 1
  • Number Of Units Month To Month: 2
Financial Information
Expenses
  • Insurance Expense: $2,000
Financial Information
  • Net Operating Income: $75,379
  • Annual Rental Income: $95,700
  • Cap Rate: 6.30
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2013
  • Building Level Count: 2
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Soil Types: Urban Land-Beltsville-Chillum
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: On Street
Interior Features
Interior Features
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.GreenLineRE.com

Property History for 1911 8th Street Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2245514

$1,200,000
Jul 18, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #574478078

$846,100

+23.1% / yr

Jun 30, 2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1001367469

$846,100
Jun 2, 2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1001367469

May 26, 2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1001367469

$750,000
Mar 26, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327796317

$345,000
Mar 16, 2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009547794

Mar 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009547794

$439,000
Mar 8, 2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327741050

$229,000
Mar 5, 2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004619052

$229,000
Dec 12, 2011

Pending

BRIGHT #1004619052

Oct 16, 2011

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004619052

$229,000
Mar 30, 2003

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC328710

$475,000
Dec 5, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC328710

$475,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/12/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2245514

$1,200,000
07/18/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #574478078

$846,100

+23.1% / yr

06/30/2016

Closed

BRIGHT #1001367469

$846,100
06/02/2016

Pending

BRIGHT #1001367469

05/26/2016

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1001367469

$750,000
03/26/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327796317

$345,000
03/16/2012

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #1009547794

03/09/2012

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1009547794

$439,000
03/08/2012

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #327741050

$229,000
03/05/2012

Closed

BRIGHT #1004619052

$229,000
12/12/2011

Pending

BRIGHT #1004619052

10/16/2011

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #1004619052

$229,000
03/30/2003

Expired

BRIGHT #DCDC328710

$475,000
12/05/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC328710

$475,000

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Public Records for 1911 8th Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2017$6,026 ($502 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size1,529 SqFtStyleCondominiumCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN0416 0805

Schools near 1911 8th Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cleveland Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cardozo Education Campus
Public6 to 12

Benjamin Banneker High School
Public9 to 12

McKinley Technology High School
Public9 to 12

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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1911 8th Street Northwest is a multi-family home for sale in Washington, DC 20001. This property was listed for sale on February 12, 2026 by Engel & Volkers Washington, DC, it's currently listed at $1,200,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on July 18, 2016. This listing's school district is District Of Columbia Public Schools. Nearby schools include Cleveland Elementary School, Cardozo Education Campus and Benjamin Banneker High School. 1911 8th Street Northwest is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 2,500 sqft multi-family home built in 1900.

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