For Lease

Second Generation Restaurant Space for Lease!

3740 12th St NE, Washington, DC 20017

1,600

SF Available
Situated on 12th St NE in the vibrant Brookland neighborhood, just 0.3 miles from the Redline Metro stop, this property benefits from high visibility on a primary corridor with strong pedestrian traffic. The surrounding area features a mix of dense residential buildings, local restaurants, and retail shops, creating a built-in customer base. Convenient access to public transit with and a walkable streetscape further enhance the appeal, making it a prime spot for food service or retail operations.ONE Street Commercial Properties is pleased to present 3740 12th St NE, a 1,600 sf second-generation restaurant space in the heart of Brookland. Fully equipped with a 10 ft hood, walk-in freezer, walk-in refrigerator, and a Class C Liquor license, this turnkey space allows an operator to step in and open with minimal upfront investment. The property also features a highly desirable outdoor seating area, enhancing street presence, visibility, and customer engagement. Situated along a prominent, high-traffic corridor and surrounded by a dense mix of residential and neighborhood-serving retail, the space is well suited for cafés, full-service restaurants, or other service-oriented concepts seeking a walkable, transit-accessible location within a dynamic and rapidly evolving community.

Key features

  • Outdoor Seating: Dedicated area for customer dining and street visibility
  • Prime Location: Highly visible on 12th?Street NE in Brookland with strong foot traffic
  • Size: 1,600?sf second-generation retail/restaurant space
  • Surrounding Amenities: Dense residential base, nearby restaurants, and retail activity
  • Transit & Walkability: Convenient access to public transportation and walkable streetscape
  • Turnkey Restaurant-Ready: 10?ft hood, Walk-in freezer, Walk-in refrigerator

Rental Details

  • Number of spaces 1
  • Total square feet available 1,600 SF
  • For Lease $45.00/SF/YR
  • Space Types Restaurant
  • Lease Type NNN
  • Date Updated May 6, 2026
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For Lease 1 Space Available

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Kevin Brandes

ONE Street Commercial Properties

Building Details

  • For Lease $45.00/SF/YR
  • Property Type Retail - Restaurant
  • Property Size 9,581 SF
  • Units 18
  • Lot Size 0.12 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Building Class C
  • Year Built 1973
  • Year Renovated 2022
  • Date Updated May 6, 2026

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Getting Around

  • Walk Score ®

    Very Walkable (89)

  • Transit Score ®

    Good Transit (69)

  • Bike Score ®

    Very Bikeable (77)
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Location

  • City Washington, DC
  • Neighborhood Brookland
  • Zip Code 20017
  • Market Washington DC Suburban Maryland

Points of Interest

NoMa–Gallaudet U

2.09 miles

Shaw-Howard University Metro Station

2.20 miles

Shaw-Howard University Metro Station Elevator

2.21 miles

U Street

2.27 miles

Columbia Heights

2.28 miles

Shaw-Howard Univ

2.32 miles

H Street & 13th Street Northeast

2.47 miles

H Street & 8th Street Northeast

2.48 miles

H Street & 5th Street Northeast

2.51 miles

Exxon

0.08 miles

ChargePoint

0.32 miles

Value Auto Services

0.69 miles

Sunoco

0.96 miles

BP

1.19 miles

Brentwood Rd Valero

1.27 miles

Citgo

1.30 miles

Tesla Supercharger

2.19 miles

Tesla Destination Charger

2.91 miles

Rhode Island Avenue Metro Station Parking

1.15 miles

Physician Office Parking Garage

1.25 miles

Colonial Parking

1.27 miles

Fort Totten Metro Station Parking

1.39 miles

Upper Georgia Lot

1.85 miles

Pond Parking

2.30 miles

Highland Park Parking Garage

2.33 miles

Union Station Parking Garage

2.64 miles

Adams Morgan Colonial Parking

2.88 miles

Giant

1.15 miles

New Star Supermarket

1.23 miles

Price's Grocery

1.42 miles

Target

1.44 miles

MOM's Organic Market

1.47 miles

Avenue Supermarket

1.56 miles

Walmart Supercenter

1.63 miles

Brightwood Supermarket

1.80 miles

Safeway

1.81 miles

3740 12th St NE Listing Summary

  • The Price for Retail Space at 3740 12th St NE

    The cost of renting retail space in a property highly depends on features such as its location, parking availability and type of retail space, or advantages and features that might be unique to it. When it comes to 3740 12th St NE, asking rent starts at $$45.00/SF/YR per square foot.

    3740 12th St NE is located in the Brookland neighborhood, which is home to a total of 14 retail listing(s). In the case of most businesses that need retail space, access to potential customers is critical. This can come in the form of retail space situated in high-traffic pedestrian areas, or convenient suburban locations with good public transport or plenty of parking. Reach out to the listing broker for information on best parking and other access options at or near the property.

    Recent renovations also contribute to the attractiveness of a retail property, which, in turn, influences rent. 3740 12th St NE was last renovated in 2022.

  • Retail Space Options Available at 3740 12th St NE

    The property exclusively contains Restaurant space totaling 1,600 square feet. The leasing opportunity here is available under NNN lease terms.

    In addition to retail space type, you will also need to consider the space size that you need for your business to operate at its best. You will find 1 retail space(s) ranging from 1,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet at 3740 12th St NE, which can serve small or medium retail businesses that are planning to accommodate growth throughout the duration of their lease at this address. For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, reach out using the contact form on this page to get in touch with a broker.

  • Get to Know the Retail Scene in the Brookland Neighborhood

    3740 12th St NE is located in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington. The Brookland retail market offers 14 retail listing(s), representing a total of 42,139 square feet of retail space for lease.

    The most common retail type in the Brookland neighborhood is Restaurant, of which the market currently offers 2 space(s). You can also find 1 Strip Center space(s).

    When looking for retail space for your company, picking the right area is essential. Some neighborhoods have a long history of being top shopping destinations in general, while others gain a reputation for strongly representing a specific type of business. In addition to knowing the reputation of your chosen business location neighborhood, it’s also important to know your customer base. For instance, the average Brookland resident is 38 years old, and the median household income here is $98,470 per year.

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ONE Street Commercial Properties

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