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Investment Highlights

  • 501 Mellon Street is a 10-unit apartment building with three two-bedroom and seven one-bedroom units, all averaging 700-900 square feet.
  • Offered to the market as a foreclosure sale with immense value-add opportunity to convert to condos and/or raise NOI upon unit turnover.
  • 67% of the 5-mile radius are renter-occupied households; of this, 39% are one and two-unit layouts, coinciding with the subject property’s unit mix.
  • In Washington, DC’s Congress Heights neighborhood is within the metro’s Opportunity Zone and 5 minutes of public transportation.
  • Currently, each unit is separately metered for electric and gas, shielding ownership from significant uncontrolled costs.
  • Local POIs nearby include the Congress Heights Playground, the East Potomac Golf Course, the Mt. Vernon Hiking Trail, and Montgomery Dog Park.

Executive Summary

As the exclusive advisor, Realty One Group is pleased to present the multifaceted and value-add investment opportunity of the 10-unit apartment building at 501 Mellon Street SE, in Washington, DC.
The building spans 9,300 square feet among three stories and offers a unit mix of one and two-bedroom units. Offered vacant to the market as a foreclosure sale, this multifamily building is a great redevelopment opportunity. An investor can strategically reconfigure select units or build upon the current property with expansion. Each unit is self-contained, and the property runs on electricity, gas, and water. With substantial upgrades, the property has potential for expansion and increased revenue. New ownership will inherit a property with some deferred maintenance. There is a strong foundation for future growth and profitability.
501 Mellon Street SE is on a residential street within the rapidly growing Congress Heights neighborhood of Southeast DC. It is 0.6 miles from St. Elizabeth's East, one of the largest developments in the DC area. The property is also located near convenient access to public transportation. Located amid Anacostia’s rapid redevelopment scene, the Property is primed to take advantage. Nearby projects include MLK Gateway and Saint Elizabeth. This location will be in high demand among future renters and investment professionals.
Congress Heights is emerging as a hub for leisure and sports thanks to the newly built Entertainment and Sports Arena and Gateway DC, a green space used for festivals, farmers markets, and other community events. Regarding rentals, Congress Heights is one of the most affordable places to live in the capital, with condos, apartments, houses, and 20th-century townhomes available for rent. Locals gather at community spaces like the Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus and the Congress Heights Arts and Culture Center.
501 Mellon St SE presents an exceptional opportunity for investors and developers to acquire an asset with significant value-add potential in a rapidly appreciating submarket primed for future growth.
Property tours are available by appointment only. Please contact the broker to schedule.

Property Facts

Sale Type Investment
Sale Condition Short Sale
No. Units 10
Property Type Multifamily
Property Subtype Apartment
Apartment Style Low-Rise
Building Class C
Lot Size 0.18 AC
Building Size 9,300 SF
Average Occupancy 0%
No. Stories 3
Year Built 1951
Parking Ratio 0.22/1,000 SF
Opportunity Zone Yes
Zoning R-3 - Low to medium density residential development.

Amenities

Unit Amenities

  • Cable Ready
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Tub/Shower

Site Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Storage Space

Unit Mix Information

Description No. Units Avg. Rent/Mo SF
1+1 7 - 728
2+1 3 - 1,045
Moderately walkable
60/100
Exceptionally drivable
90/100
Good public transit
70/100
Moderately bikeable
60/100

Property Taxes

Property Taxes

Parcel Number
5984-0043
Land Assessment
$318,760
Improvements Assessment
$471,860
Total Assessment
$790,620
  • Listing ID: 38371173

  • Date on Market: 11/7/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 501 Mellon St SE, Washington, DC 20032

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