Washington, DC 20018,1821 SHEPHERD ST NE
Washington, DC 20018,1821 SHEPHERD ST NE
Washington, DC 20018,1821 SHEPHERD ST NE
Washington, DC 20018,1821 SHEPHERD ST NE
Washington, DC 20018,1821 SHEPHERD ST NE
Washington, DC 20018,1821 SHEPHERD ST NE
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Listed by Manuwa S Eligwe • Samson Properties
Bought with Joseph A Petrone • Monument Sotheby's International Realty

$975,000

$1,125,000

13.3%
Est.Price: ?

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Est. payment /mo

6 Beds

6 Baths

3,484 SqFt

SOLD DATE : 12/30/2025

Key Details

Sold Price $975,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 3,484 sqft

Price per Sqft $279

Subdivision Michigan Park

MLS Listing ID DCDC2215302

Sold Date 12/30/25

Style Colonial

Bedrooms 6

Full Baths 4

Half Baths 2

HOA Y/N N

Abv Grd Liv Area 2,548

Year Built 1937

Tax Year 2022

Lot Size 6,825 Sqft

Acres 0.16

Lot Dimensions 0.00 x 0.00

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source BRIGHT

Property Description

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 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?

Location

State DC

County Washington

Zoning 21

Rooms

Basement Fully Finished, Walkout Stairs

Main Level Bedrooms 1

Interior

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

Hot Water Natural Gas

Heating Central

Cooling Central A/C

Flooring Hardwood, Carpet

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

Fireplace N

Window Features Skylights,Sliding

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

Heat Source Natural Gas

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.0

Water Access N

Accessibility None

Total Parking Spaces 2

Garage N

Building

Story 3

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Above Ground Finished SqFt 2548

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Colonial

Level or Stories 3

Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade

Structure Type 9'+ Ceilings

New Construction N

Schools

Elementary Schools Burroughs

Middle Schools Brookland

High Schools Dunbar

School District District Of Columbia Public Schools

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 4195//0809

Ownership Fee Simple

SqFt Source 3484

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA, VHDA

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA, VHDA

Financing Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA,VHDA

Special Listing Condition Standard

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