116 Emerson St NW, Washington, DC 20011
OFF MARKET

116 Emerson St NW
Washington, DC 20011

Petworth
  • 9 Beds
  • 2,800 sqft
9 Beds
2,800 sqft

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Description

Online auction to be conducted on Auctioneers website! Online Only Auction: Bidding Begins Saturday, October 7th and ends Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 2:00 PM. **Update 10/11/2023 @ 4:30PM EDT. Auctioneer made contact with the property manager and got updated information pertaining to rental amounts and copies of the leases. The information below and the documents section of the website have been updated. Please review!** Excellent opportunity to purchase a partially-leased, 4 unit apartment building. The property is well-located in the heart of the "Petworth" neighborhood of NW, Washington. Unit 1 is vacant and is ideal for an owner occupant. Alternatively an investor can lease the vacant unit which has been turned over since the last occupant. According to the DC Office of Tax and Revenue, the property is 4,016 +/- sq. ft. of land area. It is zoned RA-1 and is served by public water, sewer, gas and electric. The property is improved by a two-story multi family building. According to the Real Property Assessment Division of the DC Office of Tax and Revenue the building has a total square footage of 3,440+/- sq. ft. The property was gut renovated in 2020. The building's unit mix consists of four, 3 bedroom, 1 bath units. Based on the Rent Roll as of October, 2023, three of the building's four units are occupied. Unit 1: Vacant Unit 2: Currently rented for $3,342/month Unit 3: Currently rented for $3,342/month Unit 4: Currently rented for $3,342/month Tenants in units 2, 3 and 4 are leased through a District of Columbia Housing Authority program. The landlord pays for all utilities. Leases are available in the documents section of the bidding platform. • Gross Scheduled Monthly Rent = $10,026/month (Based on the Rent Roll as of September, 2023) • Gross Scheduled Annual Rent = $120,312/year (Based on the Rent Roll as of September, 2023) • Gross Potential Monthly Rent = $13,368/month (Based on unit 1 renting for $3,342) • Gross Potential Annual Rent = $160,416/year (Based on unit 1 renting for $3,342) All units are self contained with "Condo Quality" amenities including electric meter, water heater, gas meter, central HVAC, parking spot and patio/deck. Note: The assignor is selling a contract of sale for 116 Emerson St. NW. Washington, DC 20011 that they entered into via a bankruptcy sale. The bankruptcy plan calls for the transaction to be exempt from TOPA requirements and tenants right of first refusal. Also, the plan calls for the sale not to be subject to transfer and recordation taxes. The property will be sold free and clear of all monetary liens. A judge of proper jurisdiction has confirmed the bankruptcy plan.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 28, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 116 Emerson St NW

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 9
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2800 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 2Accessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: OtherNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935Year Renovated: 2022
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: TownhouseStructure Type: End of Row/TownhouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3401//0005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $750,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Dec 28 2023Possession Timing: Other

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: WASHINGTONCommunity: Petworth
School Information
Elementary School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: District Of Columbia Public SchoolsHigh School District: District Of Columbia Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2800 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4016 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Auction

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DCDC2112140
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Matt Cooper, (410) 977-4711
Alex Cooper Auctioneers, Inc.
Bought with: Dee Harris, (410) 218-6148, KW Metro Center
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DCDC2112140

Price History for 116 Emerson St NW

DatePriceEventSource
12/27/2023$1,400,000Sold
Bright MLS #DCDC2112140
08/18/2023$1,499,900ListingRemovedBright MLS #DCDC2086734
03/08/2023$1,499,900Listed For SaleBright MLS #DCDC2086734
01/18/2019$685,000Sold
N/A
10/25/2000$130,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,722
Assessment$1,318,490
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 116 Emerson St NW

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.03
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
08/29/25
4
-
2,800
0.10
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
08/15/25
8
4
3,571
0.25
Multi-Family Home
$1,025,000
06/27/25
6
-
2,568
0.35
Multi-Family Home
$840,000
05/16/25
8
-
3,830
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$750,000
12/29/25
8
-
3,164
0.43
Multi-Family Home
$600,000
10/03/25
2
-
1,638
0.69
Multi-Family Home
$730,000
03/20/26
5
-
1,332
1.19
Multi-Family Home
$900,000
08/22/25
8
4
3,580
0.69
Multi-Family Home
$550,000
12/08/25
4
-
1,594

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 116 Emerson St NW.
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Petworth

At least 103 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 77 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say parking is easy

  • 66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 44 % Say car is needed

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Great location for families! Highly recommend Petworth!!!!!!! Will return when we move back to the area in a few years "
  • Trulia User
    "You’ll see people walking their pets, children playing in the area. Everything is in a walking distance."
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 17 years. The neighbor’s are welcoming and it is a kid friendly family oriented neighborhood."
  • Natasha D. D.
    "People always walk their dogs in this neighborhood. People curb their dogs. Very little dog poop in grassy areas."
  • Melissa
    "Jazz in the park, farmers market, old soldiers home, a lot of young families. Easy to walk to grocery store, park, and restaurants. "
  • ES
    "Georgia Ave metro and multiple buses make this a great place for commuting into or out of the city, it takes me 20 minutes to get downtown on a normal workday."
  • Yumibeth C.
    "I have 4 years of living in this area and I like it a lot since it is a quiet area and I have everything nearby."
  • Tiffany S.
    "People walk their dogs in the area all the time. There isn’t anything bad to say about being a dog owner in the area.its walkable, their are dog parks around, etc. "
  • Mykia L.
    "It’s ok just long. The bus comes on time most of the time. But for the most part I love living in the Petworth area"
  • DAVID B.
    "Old Soldier’s home events are THE events to attend around here. Spring Fling, Fall Fest, 4th of July. Free with plenty of space to throw down a blanket and enjoy the live music, food trucks, and picnic. "
  • Jonescecily00
    "Neighbors are walking their dogs all the time. They don’t seem to like too many playgrounds around for children, anymore; since they seem to be converting them all to dog parks."
  • Nycalvarado
    "The public transportation is great and schools are exceptional also the environment is beautiful and so on"
  • Unspecified
    "Pros: Lots of big dogs and places to walk them. Cons: People do not always pick up after the dogs. "
  • Thepowerofonesquared
    "It is easy no matter what you prefer, either by car or the metro. I am a stones throw from ft totten metro station "
  • Kademiab
    "Active and civic minded neighbors. Dog friendly and kid friendly. Lots of bars and restaurants, grocery stores, Annie’s ace hardware, and events."
  • Lydia H.
    "There aren't many dog parks around here at all. However, it's still a dog-friendly neighborhood."
  • Lydia H.
    "There's a wonderful mix of people of all ages and backgrounds, and different types of housing, too. Petworth also manages to feel calmer than other parts of the city while still being close to things."
  • TyJana G.
    "Petworth is a very diverse, urban, historic area."
  • TyJana G.
    "The commute is fast."
  • Lydia H.
    "It's quite easy to get to most parts of the city from here, whether by Metro or bus. It's also very walkable, and for those who drive, Rock Creek Parkway is nearby."
  • Lydia H.
    "I see lots of parents with children of various ages walking around. It seems like it's a safe place for them. There are parks and various kid-friendly restaurants."
  • Tyjana G.
    "Dog owners love it here because it's very pet friendly."
  • Tyjana G.
    "The historical landmarks make this neighborhood unique."
  • Tyjana G.
    "The commute is busy but fairly fast, which is why I love the city."
  • Magdalena A.
    "The dog park is great, but we need another one. There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood and easy access to dog walkers and dog day care."
  • Magdalena A.
    "It has the perfect mix of residential neighborhood and urban amenities."
  • Magdalena A.
    "There are tons of children and family events. Plus, nice playgrounds, a splash park, and a few kid-safe pools."
  • Heather W.
    "It has a lot of young families and an active community that promotes arts and other community activities. It has a few good restaurants and is walkable, with a lot of mass transit options."
  • Heather W.
    "There are a lot of options: Metro, bus, car shares, bike shares, etc."
  • Heather W.
    "Schools could be better, and there's some lingering crime. There are playgrounds, a park, and splash park that the kids love. And community activities are family friendly."
  • Lydia H.
    "It's a nice combination of young and old residents, and it manages to be low key without being boring. There are lots of lovely hole-in-the-wall places to eat and drink."
  • Lydia H.
    "It feels safe, and there are a lot of families with children. There are some nice little parks as well, and it seems like there are plenty of family-friendly places and activities."
  • ssimmons2010
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood all my life, 29 Years. Wonderful place to live. Wonderful since of community 🙂"
  • Josejames722
    "I love live in this area good friends and great food for the family I have been here for over three years "
  • Susannah C.
    "I have lived in Petworth for 14 years and adore my neighborhood. The neighbors, porch parties, restaurants and the farmer’s market...great place."
  • Forrest J.
    "I love how Petworth has the convenience of living in the city, but in the neighboorhood itself it feels much more residential. It is pretty special in that way."
  • Eric R.
    "Great access to Metro and Bus lines, 2 blocks from the new Safeway, tons of new bars within 2-3blocks. "

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116 Emerson St NW, Washington, DC 20011 is a 9 bedroom, 2,800 sqft multi-family built in 1935. 116 Emerson St NW is located in Petworth, Washington. This property is not currently available for sale. 116 Emerson St NW was last sold on Dec 27, 2023 for $1,400,000 (87% higher than the asking price of $750,000).