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Key Details
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,088 sqft
Price per Sqft $257
Subdivision Brentwood
MLS Listing ID DCDC2215452
Style Federal
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,088
Year Built 1951
Annual Tax Amount $983
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 1,440 Sqft
Acres 0.03
Property Sub-Type Interior Row/Townhouse
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
A traditional brick DC rowhome exposed to a major fire and water event—DOB red tags, deep soot, and burned interiors tell the story of what once was. That's the bad news.
The good news: it's the right kind of ugly—a straightforward renovation that lets you re-wire, re-plumb, re-insulate, and re-build to 2025–2026 standards without undoing anyone else's mistakes. Once complete, you'll have a clean, code-compliant home with brand-new systems, fresh finishes, and lasting value. There's even space for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom basement suite with egress.
What Comes Next
Picture a brand-new, fully rebuilt, all-new-systems rowhome in NE's Langdon/Brentwood corridor—minutes from parks, retail, and the Red Line. A Classic DC brick charmer meets modern living: light-filled spaces, a designer kitchen, 2–3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a finished lower level. All anchored by worry-free systems packaged for the next decade.
Rare Off-Street Parking and Alley Access
2241 16th St NE sits on a quiet residential block with alley access and private parking—a rare DC amenity that immediately boosts resale value. You're not just buying a shell; you're securing a brick-built footprint with off-street convenience in a centrally located, fast-developing neighborhood.
That alley access creates real design flexibility:
Room for a rear deck, bump-out, or enclosed porch without changing the façade.
A rear entry that supports a potential rentable basement suite.
The potential for dual access—front entry for owners, rear for guests or tenants.
Easier construction logistics: materials and crews can enter from the alley, minimizing disruption.
Enjoy city life without the parking battle, just minutes from Langdon Park, Costco, and downtown DC. You're transforming a fire-damaged structure into a premium turnkey home with a rare DC feature that buyers and tenants will pay for.
Why This NE Location Works
* Langdon Park and Chuck Brown Memorial Park offer fields, a pool, and a rec center - ideal for outdoor activity.
* Close to Rhode Island Ave NE's retail corridor, Dakota Crossing (Costco, Lowe's, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks), and local cafés on 12th St NE and Monroe Street Market (9-minute drive).
* Quick access to the Rhode Island Ave-Brentwood Metro (Red Line, .6 to .8 miles), Brookland CUA Metro (Red line 1.0-1.2 miles), multiple bus routes, Route 50, BW Parkway, and North Capitol Street.
* Community Investment: The Woodridge Neighborhood Library, rebuilt in 2016 for $16.5 million, anchors a revitalized and well-connected neighborhood.
In Langdon/Woodridge/Brentwood, renovated 2–3 bedroom rowhomes with updated systems and finished basements typically sell for $525,000–$575,000, while those with parking can reach $600,000+.
With thoughtful design, alley parking, and modern construction, 2241 16th St NE is poised to go from red-tag shell to ready-to-love showpiece—delivering both neighborhood charm and lasting equity.
This property isn't just a house; it's an investment in your future.
Location
State DC
County Washington
Zoning R2
Rooms
Other Rooms Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1
Basement Outside Entrance, Interior Access, Rear Entrance
Interior
Hot Water None
Heating None
Cooling None
Fireplace N
Heat Source Natural Gas
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s), Porch(es)
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Chain Link, Partially, Rear
Water Access N
View Trees/Woods
Accessibility None
Porch Patio(s), Porch(es)
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage N
Building
Lot Description Rear Yard
Story 3
Foundation Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 1088
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Federal
Level or Stories 3
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
School District District Of Columbia Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 4121//0055
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 1088
Acceptable Financing Cash, Private, FHA 203(k), Bank Portfolio
Listing Terms Cash, Private, FHA 203(k), Bank Portfolio
Financing Cash,Private,FHA 203(k),Bank Portfolio
Special Listing Condition Short Sale
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Bill Smith
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Bill Smith - Team Leader License ID: 5002844