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$699,990

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,120 Sq. Ft.
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Move-in ready two-unit property in the heart of DC's booming Southwest Waterfront-now with both units fully inspected and approved, offering immediate rental potential. All systems are in good condition, making this an ideal turnkey opportunity. Separately metered and zoned CG-4 (Capitol Gateway), this 1,120 sq ft brick building supports flexible use-perfect for an owner-occupant seeking supplemental income from one unit, live-work configuration, office space, or continued commercial use. The property remains an excellent investment or redevelopment opportunity with mixed-use potential including multi-family, ground-floor retail, office, or service uses with heights up to approximately 65 ft. Just steps from Nationals Park, Audi Field, Cambria Hotel, and The Wharf, and within walking distance to both Navy Yard and Waterfront Metro stations, this location offers unbeatable access to restaurants, shops, hotels, entertainment, and rapid neighborhood growth. With seller concessions up to 6% on full list price, this property provides exceptional upside for investors, developers, or owner-occupants in one of DC's most dynamic corridors.

Full Property Details for 81 Q St SW

General

  • Price: $699,990
  • Taxes: $5,260 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: DCDC2231958
  • Updated: 12/17/2025
  • Added to Site: 63 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms Upper: 1
  • Bedrooms Main & Up: 1

Parking

  • Parking Type: On Street

Location

  • County: WASHINGTON
  • Subdivision: OLD CITY #1
  • Driving Directions: Merge onto I‑395 N toward Washington, DC. Continue on I‑395 N for about 6 miles and take exit 1C toward Maine Avenue SW. Follow Maine Avenue along the Southwest Waterfront, then turn left onto 4th Street SW. After a short distance, turn left onto Q Street SW, 81 Q Street SW, will be on the right.

School Information

  • School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Radiator
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
  • Construction: Brick
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 1,120
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 1,120 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,120 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Below Average

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,037
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: CM2

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $624.99
  • Tax w/Assessment: $625,790
  • Tax Amount: $5,260
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 48

Listed by Capital Area Realtors of DC, Kathy Mason

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Schools serving 81 Q St SW

School District:District of Columbia Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Van Ness Elementary School
1150 5th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
K-50.8 mi
Jefferson Middle School Academy
801 7th Street Southwest, Washington, DC 20024
6-80.9 mi
Eastern High School
1700 East Capitol Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
9-122.2 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 81 Q St SW Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/15/2025
Listed
$699,990
647.77%
MLS
5/25/2004
Sold
$93,610
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Tax History for 81 Q St SW

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,319
1%
$625,790
1%
2024
$5,260
1%
$618,860
1%
2023
$5,226
8%
$610,800
7%
2022
$4,846
2%
$570,170
2%
2021
$4,734
4%
$557,000
4%
2020
$4,540
36%
$534,170
36%
2019
$3,337
8%
$392,540
8%
2018
$3,087
10%
$363,150
10%
2017
$2,819
12%
$331,620
12%
2016
$2,522
22%
$296,670
22%
2015
$2,059
7%
$242,204
7%
2014
$1,933
—
$227,360
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81 Q Street SW, Washington, DC 20024 (MLS# DCDC2231958) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 81 Q Street SW is currently listed for $699,990 and was received on November 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 81 Q Street SW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington? You can browse all Washington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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