Thanks to a reader for sending word that the massive renovation at 2867 Tilden St, NW was completed.

You like the way it turned out. Here’s an image from google street view to give an idea of what it used to look like:

It went under contract with a listing price of $2,195,000. You can see what it looks like on the inside here.

And nearby the reader sends in some awesome house porn from 2604 Tilden Pl, NW. Check out this virtual tour. It’s yours for $2,495,000.

876 Cafe opened up in the former Indian Ocean restaurant in Van Ness back in April 2012. We judged them back in Jan. 2013. Thanks to a reader for sending word that the space has been cleaned out:

This rental is located at 2939 Van Ness Street, NW:

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The listing says:

“Kitchen remodeled three years ago, newer cabinets, counters, floor and lighting. Lovely parquet floors, large kitchen, spacious living room. Balcony. Rent includes ALL utilities (except phone, Internet and cable) AND garage parking. Super location. Pool, fitness ctr. 24 hour desk. Move in fee is $350 Mon-Fri, $450 Sat. Landlord will pay $200 of move-in fee.”

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,875/Mo.

This rental is located at 3900 Connecticut Avenue, NW:

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The listing says:

“Open Saturday 3/30 1-3pm! Classic and sunny 1B/1BA – semi-furnished unit in historic Tilden Gardens. Updated windowed kitchen, updated ceramic tile bathroom. Historic details abound: 9′ ceilings, hardwood floors, chandelier in foyer; French doors; built-in bookcases and pantry. Front desk service. Lots of windows with scenic views. Walk to Metro, shops, etc. Available for immediate occupancy!”

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,850/Mo.

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Pho 14′s long anticipated Van Ness location opens on Monday:

Pho 14′s Adams Morgan location opened in Dec. 2012. You can see their menu here.

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Featured Property: 3901 Connecticut Ave NW, Unit 212
Legal Subdivision: Forest Hills
Advertised Subdivision per Listing: Forest Hills
Original List Price: $344,000
List Price at Contract: $344,000
List Date: 11/27/2012
Days on Market: 15
Settled Sales Price: $356,000
Seller Subsidy: $0
List to Net Sales Price Ratio: 103.49%
Settled price per square foot: $430.
Settlement Date: 1/30/2013
Bank Owned?: No Short Sale? No
Original GDoN post is: here.
The listing can be seen: here. To see pics, click on the camera icon after opening the link.

Forest Hills is largely populated by multi unit properties built as grand apartment buildings in the 1920’s and 1930’s, many of which made it in to historian James Goode’s notable “Best Addresses” book. While some remain rental apartment buildings, a good number have been converted to cooperatives or condo ownership.

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Former Jerry’s Subs and Pizza space at 4201 Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to Zach for sending:

“Update on Pho 14 in Van Ness. I just spoke to a woman at their Adams Morgan location and she said they are hoping to pass inspection this week and open sometime next week.”

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876 Cafe opened up in the former Indian Ocean restaurant in Van Ness back in April 2012. Their website says:

Enjoy the complex yet simplistic fusion of Caribbean cuisine with Washington’s premier restaurant 876 Cafe. Located one block from the Van Ness metro station neighboring the Cleveland Park area, 876 Cafe invites you to experience familiar dishes piqued with zesty accents of the islands.

Inside, the warm and open decor showcases talent of local artists and helps the customer to transcend to a vibe where everything is “irie and cool”. Sample favorites like our fresh multi-green salad infused with sweet coconut-gingered flakes, ackee and saltfish wraps or our refreshing coconut water contained in the original husk.

And as with everything you can expect exceptional service in a casual environment.

Go ahead. Grab a group of your friends or co-workers and relax on the veranda, bar or swanky WiFi lounge area for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch or happy hour. 876 Cafe promises to stimulate your pallet and captivate your senses.

You can see their menus here. Any fans?

Photo courtesy of Politics and Prose

Politics and Prose is located at 5015 Connecticut Ave, NW.

From a press release:

After one of the most outstanding careers in the history of bookselling, Barbara Meade has decided to retire from Politics & Prose, the store she helped create with Carla Cohen and has done so much to nurture over the past three decades. Since handing over the reins of ownership a year-and-a-half ago, Barbara has served as an advisor to the new owners—Bradley Graham and Lissa Muscatine—and has remained a frequent presence in the store. Her continued involvement in P&P has been invaluable in assuring a smooth transition. Brad and Lissa have credited Barbara’s expert counsel and wise insights with helping them enormously to gain their own new footings in the book business.

Recently, Barbara informed the staff that she wants to create space in her life to allow more time for reading. She will remain a vital part of the heart and soul of Politics & Prose and will continue to be admired and appreciated for the many ways in which she has influenced our community.

Below is a message from Barbara to all of the customers, authors, publishers, sales reps, and friends she so actively engaged during her bookselling career:

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This rental is located at 4701 Connecticut Avenue, NW:

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The listing says:

“This unit has a huge, private patio/garden and is located in walking distance to the Van Ness Metro! Parking included!Convenient to Rock Creek Park. Unique floorplan with modern kitchen (double fridge, double dishwasher), dining-room with marble flooring, pergo floors in living areas. Glassblock walls. Renovated bathrooms & powder-room.”

This 2 bed/2 bath is going for $2,400/Mo.

This condo is located at 3901 Connecticut Avenue, NW:

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The listing says:

“Grand 2001 RENOVATION Spacious rooms on sunny side bathed in hours of LIGHT! Granite counters, maple cabinets, stainless appl add to UPBEAT feel! 9 ft ceilings, lg bedrom, Roomy newly tiled bath, 24/7 Gym, bike room, storage, BEAUTIFUL wide Lobby. 3 Blks to Cleve Pk Metro & Activities. close to Rock Creek Pk, 3 Blks to Van Ness too Sets Back from Conn w/Courtyard Quiet dog inside +”

You can see more photos here.

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $344,000 ($360 monthly condo fee.)

This rental is located 2 blocks from the Van Ness metro. The listing says:

Enjoy your own private haven just two blocks from the Red Line in Northwest DC. Private entrance and a huge patio come with this light and airy unit in a well-maintained condo. New wood floors, large walk-in closet, bedroom pocket doors can be closed for privacy or open for spacious loft–like feel in this junior 1 bedroom. Don’t worry about bills, **UTILITIES INCLUDED**

Unit’s patio door opens onto a quiet tree-lined plaza with pull-up convenience. Great community with free guest parking, 24-hour concierge, fitness room and large social room with dance floor and new kitchen. Take your pick of two wonderful pools, perfect for summertime laps or lazing, and the awesome (and free) Wilson pool is nearby for year-round swimming.

Forget your umbrella at work? No problem, walk underground to the Giant, right next to the Van Ness/UDC metro. Also right next to CVS, new Walgreens, new Japanese and Jamaican restaurants and more. Tons of other restaurants, bars, shops and Cleveland Park’s Uptown movie theater in easy walking distance and Rock Creek Park is right behind the building. You can easily bike through it for a lovely ride/commute downtown or to the Mall if that’s your thing.

Apartment available as of Dec. 9, arrange to come see it soon!

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $1,750/Mo.

This rental is located at 5311 Connecticut Avenue, NW:

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The listing says:

“Square footage per tax record. CONN AVE AT CORNER OF JOCEYLN ST HANDSOME WARDMAN TOWNHOUSE CONVERTED TO 6 UNITS IN 1980 TERRIFIC CHARACTER WITH 9 FT CEILINGS PARQUET FLOORS, WASHER DRYER. Excellent location, vacant ready to move in, 1BR/1BA with a fireplace. Kitchen updated (newer countertop, sink and faucet, & base cabinets).”

This 1BR/1BA with a fireplace is going for $1,700/Mo.

Jerry’s Subs and Pizza closed at 4201 Connecticut Ave, NW in Van Ness back in April 2012. Now comes great news that the owners of Pho 14 (1436 Park Rd, NW) will be opening their 3rd location in this space. I spoke with the owners last night who said the Van Ness location should open shortly after the Adams Morgan location (1769 Columbia Rd, NW) opens in a couple of weeks.  You can see Pho 14′s menu here.

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Also good news for this location is that it will have a great outdoor dining area:

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An improvement from how University of District of Columbia (UDC) looks today?

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Coming 2013: