Property
Washington, DC 20018 1821 Shepherd Street NE
$1,225,000



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Presented By: Samson Properties
Disclaimer: The information contained in this listing has not been verified by Jhony Leyva | Your Local REALTOR® and should be verified by the buyer.
Home Details
Welcome to 1821 Shepherd St NEwhere one property delivers endless possibilities!
This stunning 4BR, 4BA brick home in coveted Michigan Park isn't just a houseit's a lifestyle investment featuring a rare income-generating 2BR, 2BA ADU that transforms this into a total 6-bedroom, 6-bathroom investment opportunity that could change your financial future.
The Main House: Classic Elegance Reimagined Step into 3,500 square feet of move-in-ready perfection on a generous 6,825 sq. ft. lot. Highlights include a welcoming living room with fireplace, spacious formal dining for 8+, and a bright eat-in kitchen with brand-new quartz countertops, sleek appliances, and designer backsplash. The sun-drenched sunroom with French doors creates seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Upstairs, the serene primary suite boasts a custom closet and spa-like bath with dual vanities, marble floors, and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms share a fully renovated bath, while the finished attic loft offers flexible space for guests, work, or play. The lower-level rec room features a wood-burning fireplace and walk-up backyard access. The Game-Changer: Your Personal Goldmine ADU Here's where dreams meet dollarsthe newly completed 900 sq. ft. detached guest house with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms is your secret weapon for:
Rental Income - Earn $2,000-3,000+ monthly
Airbnb Empire - Capitalize on DC's booming short-term rental market
Multigenerational Living - Keep family close while maintaining independence
Au Pair Paradise - Perfect live-in childcare solution
Executive Office Suite - Your private workspace sanctuary
Student Housing - Ideal for college-age children or rental to students
Creative Studio - Transform your passion into profit
This isn't just extra spaceit's a complete living experience with full kitchen, open living/dining area, main-level bedroom and bath, plus upstairs loft with second full bath.
Investment-Grade Infrastructure Already Done: New HVAC (2019), 75-gallon water heater (2018), upgraded 200-amp electrical, UV air purification, smart leak detection, fresh landscaping (2025), plus 2-car parking pad (2023).
Prime Location Perks: Minutes from Dakota Crossing shopping, top-rated schools, beautiful parks, and downtown Brookland's vibrant dining and Metro access.
The Bottom Line: Most people buy a home. Smart investors buy a property that pays them back. This rare find offers the perfect blend of family living and income potentiala true unicorn in today's market.
Are you ready to turn your housing expense into a revenue stream?
Presented By: Samson Properties
Interior Features for 1821 Shepherd Street NE
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels5
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 14
Bedrooms Count Upper Level 21
Main Level Bedrooms1
Total Bedrooms6
Bathrooms
Bathrooms Half Main Level1
Bathrooms Half Lower Level 11
Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels1
Bathrooms Full Upper Level 13
Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels3
Bathrooms Count Upper Level 13.00
Bathrooms Count Lower Level 11.00
Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels3
Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels1
Half Baths2
Total Baths6
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAssessor
Below Grade Unfin Area UnitsSquare Feet
Below Grade Unfin SQFT0
Below Grade Unfin SQFT SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area0
Above Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Above Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
BasementFully Finished, Walkout Stairs
Basement (Y/N)Yes
Below Grade Finished Area0
Below Grade Finished Area SourceAssessor
Below Grade Finished Area Unit TypeSquare Feet
Central Air Y/NYes
Fireplace Y/NNo
FlooringHardwood, Carpet
Heating FuelNatural Gas
Heating Y/NYes
Hot WaterNatural Gas
Interior AmenitiesBathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Upgraded Counte
Window FeaturesSkylights, Sliding
General for 1821 Shepherd Street NE
Acceptable FinancingCash, Conventional, FHA, VA, VHDA
AccessibilityNone
AppliancesBuilt-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Architectural StyleColonial
Bathrooms Count Main Level2.00
Bathrooms Full Main Level1
CityWASHINGTON
Condo/Coop Association Y/NNo
Construction MaterialsBrick
Cool FuelElectric
CoolingCentral A/C
CountyWASHINGTON
DirectionsFrom US-50, take South Dakota Ave NE, turn left on 18th St NE, then right on Shepherd St NE—1821 is on the right.
Full Baths4
Garage Y/NNo
HOANo
HeatingCentral
Legal SubdivisionMichigan Park
Levels3
Lot Size Square Feet6825.00
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
ModificationTimestamp2025-08-20T09:13:49
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresAbove Grade, Below Grade
OwnershipFee Simple
Possession0-30 Days CD
Property ConditionVery Good
Property TypeResidential
School DistrictDISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusACTIVE
Structure TypeDetached
Subdivision NameMICHIGAN PARK
Tax Annual Amount0.0
Tax Assessed Value0.0
Tax Lot809
Tax Year2022
Total SQFT0
Vacation Rental Y/NNo
Water Access Y/NNo
Year Built1937
Year Built SourceEstimated
Zoning21
Exterior for 1821 Shepherd Street NE
Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
Land Assessed Value0.00
Land Use Code
Lot Dimensions0.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Acres0.16
Lot Size SourceAssessor
LotDimensionsSourceAssessor
Navigable Water Y/NNo
PoolNo Pool
Soil TypesUnknown
Total Parking Spaces2
Type of ParkingDriveway
Water Oriented Y/NNo
Water SourcePublic
Water View Y/NNo
Waterfront Y/NNo
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
High School
Dunbar High School
Middle School
Brookland Middle School
Elementary School
Burroughs Elementary School

Jhony Leyva
Realtor
Price
$1,225,000
MLS#DCDC2215302
List Date
08/14/2025
Property Type
Single Family
Phone
571.247.7543
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