EXECUTIVE SUMMARY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Holliday Fenoglio Fowler, L.P. (“HFF”), as exclusive representative for Owner, is pleased to present this offering for the sale of the leasehold interest in 1717 Rhode Investment Highlights Island Avenue (the “Property), a 10-story, 157,050 square-foot boutique office building located at the confluence of Rhode Island Avenue, Connecticut Avenue, and M Street in the heart of the Central Business District (“CBD”) of Washington, DC. Proximate to four Metrorail lines – Red, Orange, Blue, and Silver – and some Institutional Quality Boutique Office Building of downtown Washington, DC’s most renowned amenities, the Property offers its Class A Amenity Package; Four Sides Of Window Line tenants an increasingly sought-after creative office experience in a highly walkable, amenity-rich, live-work-play environment. Now the East Coast hub for $62 billion 100% Leased Long-Term; Minimal Rollover Through 2025 tech titan Uber Technologies, Inc. (“Uber”), the Property is 100% leased long-term. Five tenants – Uber and Steve Case’s Revolution and Case Foundation included – Uber’s East Coast Hub; Name Brand Tech Tenancy occupy 147,967 square-feet (94% of RBA) through 2025 and beyond – a weighted average remaining lease term of approximately 9 years. Metrorail Access – Red, Orange, Blue, & Silver Lines
1717 Rhode Island Avenue is a coveted core investment opportunity that possesses 24-7 Live-Work-Play Environment all of the intangibles – creative office, Metrorail access, and a walkable, highly- Superior Washington, DC Market Fundamentals amenitized location – sought after by the innovative companies fueling Washington DC’s economy of tomorrow. Investors will benefit from not only the credit and stability Attractive In-Place Ground Lease of the in-place tenancy, but also a future mark-to-market opportunity with Uber’s lease as Washington DC’s space market fundamentals continue to improve long-term. Free & Clear Of Existing Debt
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Institutional Quality Office Asset; Distinct Architectural Design; Timeless Appeal
• 10-story, 157,050 square-foot boutique office building that has been institutionally owned and maintained since completion in 2004.
• The seamless integration of historic townhouses on floors 1 through 4 provides 1717 Rhode Island Avenue a distinct architectural identity and timeless appeal that compliments a sought-after creative office experience.
• A first-class amenity package – private terraces on upper floors, brand new fitness center, 2-story lobby, and 3-level parking garage – compliments the Property’s four sides of window line and caters to Washington, DC’s The Case Foundation modern Class A office tenant.
100% Leased Long-Term; Uber’s East Coast Hub; Name Brand Tech Tenancy
• 100% leased to 7 tenants today, with 5 tenants – Uber, Steve Case’s Revolution and Case Foundation, Chapman and Cutler LLP, Hattway Communications, and Transemantics, Inc. – occupying 147,967 square- feet (94% of RBA) through 2025 and beyond – a weighted average lease term of approximately 9 years.
• The Property serves as Uber’s East Coast hub, which will handle the company’s logistics and operations along the East Coast. The $62 billion tech titan is poised for explosive growth and expansion both domestically and globally, with its Washington, DC location playing a vital role in its future success.
• Steve Case’s Revolution and Case Foundation have occupied 1717 Property Overview Rhode Island Avenue since 2004. From Silicon Valley to Washington, DC, Steve Case continues to invest in people and ideas that can change Address 1717 Rhode Island Avenue, NW the world, promoting entrepreneurship, disruption, philanthropy, and civic Washington, DC 20036 engagement across a broad spectrum of industries. Significant tenant investment over and above Landlord’s allowance reinforces commitment to Year Built 2004 their space, and the Property, long-term. Developer Karchem Properties
Zoning C-3-C; Dupont Circle Overlay District
Land Area 0.48 Acres (20,837 SF)
Rentable Area 157,050 SF
Stories 10
Typical Floorplate(s) 11,600 - 19,500 SF
Parking 106 Below Grade Spaces (0.7 per 1,000 SF)
Major Tenants Uber Technologies, Inc. (72,905 SF; Jan-26 LXD) ALPS Management LLC (Steve Case) (40,423 SF; Jan-26 LXD) Chapman and Cutler LLP (14,508 SF; Mar-27 LXD) Transemantics, Inc. (11,370 SF; May-26 LXD) 3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Prominent CBD Location; 24-7 Live-Work-Play-Environment
• Prominently positioned adjacent to historic Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle at the confluence of Rhode Island Avenue, Connecticut Avenue, and M Street in the heart of downtown Washington, DC.
• Proximate to three Metrorail stations – Dupont Circle, Farragut North, and Farragut West – providing excellent access to the Red, Orange, Blue, and Silver lines and the broader Washington, DC metropolitan region 7th Floor Terrace via mass transit.
• The Property is easily accessed by car using Connecticut Avenue, 17th Street, and M Street, with each offering access to major commuter thoroughfares such as K Street, The Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway, The Whitehurst Freeway, I-66, and George Washington Parkway.
• The Property’s location connects its tenants to the highly sought-after housing and amenities of both Dupont and Logan Circles, while maintaining direct access to the CBD’s Golden Triangle – one of downtown Washington DC’s most vibrant and traditional office locations. This transit-fueled trifecta – jobs, housing, and vibrant amenity base – correspondingly creates a distinct 24-7 atmosphere in and around the Property, offering an unparalleled live-work-play experience coveted by Washington, DC’s office tenancy of both today, and tomorrow.
Superior Market Fundamentals; Chapman and Cutler LLP Embedded Long-Term Upside
• According to the latest report from the Association of Foreign Investors in Real Estate (AFIRE), the Washington, DC metropolitan area remains one of the fifteen premier global real estate investment markets and top six within the United States due to its strong market fundamentals, stable tenant base, and significant barriers to entry.
• As of 4th quarter 2016, the CBD submarket has a direct vacancy rate of 5.5% (6.3% total) and continues to outperform the national office market, which experienced 9.7% in total vacancy across all classes and 12.0% in total vacancy for Class A product alone. At 100% leased, 1717 Rhode Island Avenue outperforms the market both regionally and nationally.
• Asking rental rates for downtown Washington, DC office product built between 2004 and 2006 range from $53.00 to $68.00 PSF, full- service, suggesting Uber’s current rent – $45.10 PSF, full-service – is considerably below market. This presents investors with a compelling mark- to-market opportunity long-term with a blue chip tenant like Uber, who is very committed to the Property and its location. Attractive In-Place Ground Lease • Over 2,000,000 square feet in neighboring office development or 1717 Rhode Island Avenue is situated on a 20,837 square foot (0.48 acres) redevelopment is ongoing or planned throughout the northern CBD. With site that is currently subject to a 99-year ground lease with the Catholic Church asking rents ± $55.00 PSF, triple net, and all-in replacement cost for these through December 1, 2099 (82 years remaining). The ground lease is at a projects approaching $900 PSF, 1717 Rhode Island Avenue becomes a competitive rate and has annual increases approximating 50% of CPI. compelling basis play with tremendous upside as Washington, DC office market fundamentals continue to recover long-term. Free & Clear Transaction
The Property will be sold free and clear of debt, providing investors the opportunity to take advantage of today’s low interest rate environment. 4 DUPONT S LOGAN S CIRCLE CIRCLE