1821 SHEPHERD STREET NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018

$1,125,000

Welcome to 1821 Shepherd St NE - where one property delivers endless possibilities! This stunning 4BR, 4BA brick home in coveted Michigan Park isn't just a house - it'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… Read More 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 dollars - the 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 space - it'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 potential - a true unicorn in today's market. Are you ready to turn your housing expense into a revenue stream? Read Less

Courtesy of Sam Eligwe, Samson Properties [email protected]

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Days Online

Last Updated

Nov 6, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

3,484

Lot Size

0.16 Acres

Year Built

1937

MLS Number

DCDC2215302

30 Days Snapshot Of 20018

$580k

+4%

(avg) sold price

-30%

homes sold

-35%

(avg) days on market

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Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer

Basement

Fully Finished, Walkout Stairs

Building

3,484 sqft living area, 2,548 sqft above grade (finished), 936 sqft below grade (finished), Built in 1937, Structure Type: Detached, Wall & Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, 3 levels, Colonial, Brick

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Central A/C

Floors

Hardwood, Carpet

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Heating

Natural Gas, Central

Interior Features

Bathroom - 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 Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments, Wine Storage, Wood Floors

Lot

6,825 sqft, Lot Size Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00, 0.16 acres

Property

Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Soil Types: Unknown

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

City/Town Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, County Tax Pymnt Freq: Annually, Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Hot Water: Natural Gas

Windows

Skylights, Sliding

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