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824 18th St NE #002
D+ Composite 47.55
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The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

  • Cash flow +14.5/30.0
  • ARV discount +11.1/15.0
  • DSCR +4.4/10.0
  • 1% rule +4.2/10.0
  • Condition / age +4.2/5.0
  • Livability +3.7/5.0
  • Schools +3.6/10.0
  • Rent growth +1.7/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$225,000

824 18th St NE #002 · Washington, DC 20002
1 bd · 1.0 ba · 443 sqft · Condo public records · 59 Days on market
Built 2023 Good condition $508/sqft · 8% below area Est $245k · 8% under $171/mo HOA · 8% of rent ↓ 12% since listing

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks

Welcome to EIGHT24, where luxury living is redefined with newly upgraded lobbies and enticing pricing! Situated just minutes from the vibrant H-street Corridor, our exceptional luxury condo building promises an elevated lifestyle experience. Each residence at EIGHT24 is a testament to impeccable style, boasting spacious layouts and luxurious amenities crafted to enhance your day-to-day living. Thoughtfully designed with dedicated areas for work, school, and entertainment, our residences cater to your every need. Step into unit 002 / 2, a sleek and modern 1 bedroom/1 bath layout featuring recessed lighting and quartz countertops.

Key facts

  • Spacious layouts
  • Included parking
  • Nearby amenities

Tags

SPACIOUS LAYOUTSLUXURIOUS AMENITIESINCLUDED PARKINGCERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCYNEARBY AMENITIES

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Costco Walmart Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 6.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 1-bed/1.0-bath condo listed at $225k. Condition is rated good.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $51 ($611/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $208k (7.5% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $208k (7.5% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
  • Cap rate 6.6% vs local median 2.5% in Washington — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 73/100 on livability (#1 in DC) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, commute A+, employment A+; Watch: crime F, cost of living F.
  • District Of Columbia Public Schools (urban): math 33% / reading 40% proficiency, ranked #8 of 32 in DC (top 25%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 65% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Zoned schools: Browne Education Campus (438 students, 0% FRL); Eastern Hs (865 students, 0% FRL) — zoned schools average 0% FRL vs 65% district-wide (65 pts lower); this property's tenant base skews higher-income than the district average.
  • Market conditions: Rents falling (-3.0%/yr); 887 active listings in the ZIP; 19 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 11d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); high-income renter base; 1,737 units permitted in District of Columbia in 2024 (1,506 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $7k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • District of Columbia County population projected at +50% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 59 days — a 3% lower offer ($218k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 9 sale attempts since 3y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Climate carrying-cost: extreme-heat days projected 7→15/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $208,053 (7.5% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 59 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 8% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
  3. Any open or pending special assessments — roof, HVAC, plumbing, elevator, façade? What's the per-unit balance and payoff schedule, and is the seller paying it off at close or rolling it to the buyer?
  4. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  5. Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
  6. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
  7. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  8. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  9. How much new apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.

Investment metrics

1% rule
0.92% ✗
Cap rate
6.56%
Cash-on-cash
0.97%
DSCR
1.04
GRM
9.0

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$244,625
List price
$225,000
Delta
-8.02%
Verdict
FAIR
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
833 19th St NE #1 0.10mi 2/1.0 (+1) 520 (+17%) 5mo $260,000 $500 61
315 G St NE #303 1.28mi 1/1.0 453 (+2%) 2mo $315,000 $695 59
1827.5 Channing St NE Unit 1827.5 1.48mi 1/1.0 436 (-2%) 6mo $191,500 $439 58
1358 Florida Ave NE #103 0.45mi 1/1.0 545 (+23%) 7mo $308,655 $566 48
1358 Florida Ave NE #208 0.46mi 1/1.0 547 (+24%) 7mo $274,900 $503 48
315 G St NE #306 1.28mi 1/1.0 410 (-7%) 6mo $320,000 $780 47
644 Massachusetts Ave NE #301 1.17mi 1/1.0 487 (+10%) 3mo $375,000 $770 46
1124 Florida Ave NE #308 0.71mi 1/1.0 542 (+22%) 2mo $319,900 $590 40
732 15th St SE #1 1.47mi 1/1.0 549 (+24%) 1mo $395,000 $719 39
1405 East Capitol St SE #3 0.87mi 1/1.0 545 (+23%) 1mo $377,500 $693 39
300 8th St NE #404 1.06mi 1/1.0 531 (+20%) 6mo $550,000 $1,036 35
18 9th St NE #307 1.14mi 1/1.0 530 (+20%) 7mo $399,000 $753 34

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 0.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-18.2%
Equity multiple
0.38×
Total profit
$-39,260
Equity at exit
$33,548
10-year hold
IRR
-18.1%
Equity multiple
0.15×
Total profit
$-53,354
Equity at exit
$19,454

Cash invested: $63,000 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (CITY)
0 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
State District of Columbia
12 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+43
County
— inherits STATE
City Washington
0 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+43
Rent Stabilization Program; TOPA gives tenants right of first refusal.

Active competition Active MLS

For sale now
1 active · 1 under contract
Median asking
$324,900 ($626/sqft)
Median days on market
158 d
This list price
lowest-priced of the active set
ARV vs active asking
-11.8% vs current asking $/sqft

Closed sales set the value; these active listings set current market conditions and a practical price ceiling.

ZIP-level market 20002

Rents YoY
-3.0%
Active inventory
887
Price-to-rent
9.0×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,081 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
−$1,180
Tax from tax record
−$148 /mo · $1,776/yr
Insurance
−$94
HOA
−$171
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
−$437
Net cashflow
$51

Break-even live

Break-even rent $2,016
Max offer price $225,000
Occupancy floor 93%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $178 -5% $115 +0% $51 +5% $-13 +10% $-76
Rent -10% $-113 -5% $-31 +0% $51 +5% $133 +10% $215
Rate -1.0pp $164 -0.5pp $108 base $51 +0.5pp $-7 +1.0pp $-67

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$56,250
Closing costs
$6,750
Reserves months
—
Total cash needed
—

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 19 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
1521 Benning Rd NE Washington, DC 1.0–3.0 1.0–1.5 473 $1,319 $2.79 10d 1 0.23mi
524 13th St NE Washington, DC 1.0 1.0 410 $1,695 $4.13 0d 4 0.65mi
1100 F St NE Washington, DC 2.0 1.0–2.0 667 $2,918 $4.37 10d 71 0.75mi
816 E St NE Washington, DC 1.0 1.0 445 $2,199 $4.94 3d 3 0.92mi
805 C St NE Washington, DC 1.0 1.0 350 $1,850 $5.29 56d 1 1.03mi
709 Massachusetts Ave NW Unit 2 Washington, DC — 1.0 275 $1,975 $7.18 165d 1 1.15mi
709 Massachusetts Ave NW Unit 1 Washington, DC — 1.0 275 $1,875 $6.82 165d 1 1.15mi
436 6th St NE Unit 1 Washington, DC 1.0 1.0 350 $2,950 $8.43 143d 1 1.17mi
235 F St NE Unit 5 Washington, DC 1.0 1.0 193 $1,800 $9.33 2d 1 1.33mi
133 7th St SE #822 Washington, DC 1.0–3.0 1.0–2.0 199 $3,085 $15.50 0d 3 1.34mi
320 Florida Ave NE Washington, DC 2.0 1.0–2.0 502 $2,564 $5.10 0d 10 1.37mi
311 A St NE Apt 1 Washington, DC — 1.0 250 $4,250 $17.00 10d 1 1.46mi
216 Maryland Ave NE Washington, DC — 1.0 350 $1,545 $4.41 10d 1 1.46mi
503 Independence Ave SE Washington, DC 1.0 1.0 409 $5,500 $13.43 10d 6 1.48mi
1311 Pennsylvania Ave SE Unit B Washington, DC — 1.0 340 $1,700 $5.00 165d 1 1.48mi
311 E Capitol St SE #10 Washington, DC — 1.0 350 $2,400 $6.86 3d 1 1.50mi
311 E Capitol St SE #2 Washington, DC — 1.0 300 $1,900 $6.33 10d 1 1.50mi
311 E Capitol St SE #9 Washington, DC — 1.0 320 $2,250 $7.03 10d 1 1.50mi
311 E Capitol St SE #5 Washington, DC — 1.0 330 $2,200 $6.67 10d 1 1.50mi

Property features AI

Finance

Other
Property condition listed as excellent
HOA & community
Condo fee $171 monthlyPets allowed (cats, dogs; case-by-case)

Exterior

Utilities
Public waterPublic sewer
Home design
Condominium penthouse unitMid-rise building (5 floors total)Entry on level 2
Construction
Estimated year builtConstruction not completedAdvanced framing and mixed/composite constructionOther foundation details
Exterior features
Above-grade structures

Interior

Bedrooms
One bedroom on the main level
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the main levelOne full bathroom total
Heating & cooling
Hot water heatingElectric heating fuelCentral air conditioning (electric)
Interior features
No basementAccessibility features present
Laundry & utility
Washer/dryer hookup in unit

HOA detail $171/mo · $2,052/yr condo

Likely covers
cable
Assessments
None detected in remarks — confirm with the listing agent.

Listing history 50 events

  1. 2026-11-08
    days on market $225,000 Active 59 DOM
  2. 2026-11-07
    days on market $225,000 Active 58 DOM
  3. 2026-11-06
    days on market $225,000 Active 57 DOM
  4. 2026-11-05
    days on market $225,000 Active 56 DOM
  5. 2026-11-04
    days on market $225,000 Active 55 DOM
  6. 2026-11-02
    days on market $225,000 Active 53 DOM
  7. 2026-11-01
    days on market $225,000 Active 52 DOM
  8. 2026-10-31
    days on market $225,000 Active 51 DOM
  9. 2026-10-30
    days on market $225,000 Active 50 DOM
  10. 2026-10-29
    days on market $225,000 Active 49 DOM
  11. 2026-10-28
    days on market $225,000 Active 48 DOM
  12. 2026-10-27
    days on market $225,000 Active 47 DOM
  13. 2026-10-26
    days on market $225,000 Active 46 DOM
  14. 2026-10-26
    days on market $225,000 Active 45 DOM
  15. 2026-10-24
    days on market $225,000 Active 44 DOM
  16. 2026-10-23
    days on market $225,000 Active 43 DOM
  17. 2026-10-22
    days on market $225,000 Active 42 DOM
  18. 2026-10-21
    days on market $225,000 Active 41 DOM
  19. 2026-10-20
    days on market $225,000 Active 40 DOM
  20. 2026-10-19
    days on market $225,000 Active 39 DOM
  21. 2026-10-18
    days on market $225,000 Active 38 DOM
  22. 2026-10-17
    days on market $225,000 Active 37 DOM
  23. 2026-10-16
    days on market $225,000 Active 36 DOM
  24. 2026-10-15
    days on market $225,000 Active 35 DOM
  25. 2026-10-14
    days on market $225,000 Active 34 DOM
  26. 2026-10-13
    days on market $225,000 Active 33 DOM
  27. 2026-10-12
    days on market $225,000 Active 32 DOM
  28. 2026-10-11
    days on market $225,000 Active 31 DOM
  29. 2026-10-10
    days on market $225,000 Active 30 DOM
  30. 2026-10-09
    days on market $225,000 Active 29 DOM
  31. 2026-10-08
    days on market $225,000 Active 28 DOM
  32. 2026-10-07
    days on market $225,000 Active 27 DOM
  33. 2026-10-06
    days on market $225,000 Active 26 DOM
  34. 2026-10-05
    days on market $225,000 Active 25 DOM
  35. 2026-10-04
    days on market $225,000 Active 24 DOM
  36. 2026-10-04
    days on market $225,000 Active 23 DOM
  37. 2026-10-02
    days on market $225,000 Active 22 DOM
  38. 2026-10-01
    days on market $225,000 Active 21 DOM
  39. 2026-09-30
    days on market $225,000 Active 20 DOM
  40. 2026-09-29
    days on market $225,000 Active 19 DOM
  41. 2026-09-28
    days on market $225,000 Active 18 DOM
  42. 2026-09-27
    days on market $225,000 Active 17 DOM
  43. 2026-09-26
    days on market $225,000 Active 16 DOM
  44. 2026-09-25
    days on market $225,000 Active 15 DOM
  45. 2026-09-24
    days on market $225,000 Active 14 DOM
  46. 2026-09-23
    days on market $225,000 Active 13 DOM
  47. 2026-09-22
    days on market $225,000 Active 12 DOM
  48. 2026-09-21
    days on market $225,000 Active 11 DOM
  49. 2026-09-20
    days on market $225,000 Active 10 DOM
  50. 2026-09-19
    days on market $225,000 Active 9 DOM

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast DC · Partial reset (capped growth)

Current annual tax
$1,776 · $148/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$1,776 · $148/mo
Expected delta
$0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
  • 🌡 Heat 7/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥106°F today · 15 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 4/10 Moderate 16% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 4/10 Moderate 4 unhealthy d/yr today · 5 by 30 yrs out

Nearby sold comps map

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$24,966
− Mortgage interest
−$12,603
− Property taxes
−$1,776
− Insurance
−$1,125
− Repairs & maintenance
−$1,997
− Management
−$1,997
− HOA
−$2,052
− Depreciation
−$6,545
Taxable loss
−$3,131
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$751
After-tax cash flow
$1,362/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Condition & rehab AI · 12 photos

Good 85/100 None rehab

This modern, move-in-ready condo is in excellent condition with a good condition score of 85. It features a well-maintained exterior, a modern kitchen, and a clean interior. The property is located in a desirable area with easy access to amenities and transportation. The value can be further increased with some landscaping and curb appeal improvements.

Value-add opportunities

  • Both Landscaping and curb appeal improvements — Enhances the overall aesthetic and appeal of the property. ↑
  • Both Painting exterior and interior walls — Fresh paint can improve the curb appeal and interior ambiance. ↑
  • Both Landscaping and curb appeal improvements — Enhances the overall aesthetic and appeal of the property. ↑

Zoned Schools

Elementary Browne Education Campus High Eastern Hs

Schools (NCES district)

District
District Of Columbia Public Schools
NCES district ID
1100030
Math proficiency
33% ▲ 3.00%
Reading proficiency
40% ▲ 5.00%
Median HH income
$67,671
Composite
35.84/100
National rank
#9606
State rank
#8 of 32 in DC
B Composite livability gradescore 73/100

Livability — Washington

Score
73/100
State rank
#1
US rank
#5327

Category grades

Amenities A+ Commute A+ Cost of living F Crime F Employment A+ Housing C Health & safety A+ User ratings C-

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Washington, DC
County
District of Columbia · 821,926 people
City population
671,873
Metro
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV
Population (ZIP)
72,397
Household income
$120,337
Rent vs Own
61.7% rent · 38.3% own
Severe rent burden
8% of renters

Population outlook (District of Columbia County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
821,926 people
By 2030
899,517 · +9.4%
By 2040
1,061,162 · +29.1%
By 2050
1,231,493 · +49.8%
By 2075
1,603,312 · +95.1%
By 2100
1,847,141 · +124.7%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.66)
Race & ethnicity
White 41% Black 40% Two or more races 9% Hispanic / Latino 9% Asian 3%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 2%
Languages at home
87% English-only · Spanish 5% French/Haitian/Cajun 2% Other Indo-European 1%

Political lean MEDSL · District of Columbia

2024 margin
Solid D (+86.1) · D 91.2% · R 5.1% · Other 3.8%
2008→2024 swing
+0.1pp no change · 2008: 85.9pp · 2024: 86.1pp
All cycles
2024: D+86.1 2020: D+86.8 2016: D+88.7 2012: D+84.2 2008: D+85.9

Not yet ingested

Civics
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Price history

-11.7% since first listed
21 events — show timeline
  • 2026-09-10 Listed $225,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-09-10 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-09-10 Listed $225,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-09-10 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-06-23 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-06-23 Listed $225,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-03-31 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-03-31 Listed $225,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2026-01-12 Listed $225,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2024-06-05 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2024-03-06 Price Changed $225,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2024-03-04 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2024-03-04 Listed $230,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-12-03 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-12-01 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-12-01 Listed $230,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-09-11 Price Changed $230,000 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-09-07 Price Changed $229,410 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-04-21 Listed $254,900 BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-03-02 Listing Removed — BRIGHT MLS
  • 2023-01-26 Listed $254,900 BRIGHT MLS

Property tax history

+99.7%/yr

Latest (2026): $1,776 · +99.7% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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