This weekly column is written and sponsored by D.C. real estate agent and Edgewood resident Jessica Evans. Email her questions at [email protected].
It’s no secret that we love rooftop decks, and while DC may not be known for its soaring skyscraper views, it does have a few hidden oases high above that offer unique vantage points of our beautiful city. Here are some of our favorites:
Harbour Square: 560 N Street SW, SW/Waterfront
Tucked along the Potomac in SW, you’ll be glad you made the trip when you see the panoramic views of downtown. The water and the monuments are the perfect backdrop for an evening of relaxation, while the serene surroundings make it feel like a true escape from the city.
Available listings in Harbour Square
Potomac Plaza: 2475 Virginia Ave NW, Foggy Bottom
Located in the heart of Foggy Bottom, this coop has a rooftop terrace that overlooks the Potomac and Arlington. Quiet and centrally located, it’s the best of both worlds! What could be better than dinner in the city and a laid back evening above the water?
Available Listings at Potomac Plaza
City Vista: 475 K St NW, Mount Vernon
City Vista, in the heart of Mount Vernon Triangle, is home to a few apartment buildings that all share one thing in common: an amazing rooftop terrace! Take advantage of the great, wide open views of the city, with downtown to the south and the quiet residential neighborhoods directly to the north.
Available Listings at City Vista
The Cairo: 1615 Q St NW, Dupont Circle
There are rooftop decks, and then there’s the deck at The Cairo. Not only does this Dupont Circle gem offer great views — as the tallest residential building in the city, it’s views are literally unbeatable. You have a fully panoramic view of the city from the top of The Cairo!
Available Listings at The Cairo
City Center: 925 H St NW
Two words: roof park. The rooftop at City Center has the views your social media account is lacking, plus lush greenery to really help you relax. Soft lighting, fire pits, and comfy seating make it a dream spot to kick back on a nice evening!
Available Listings at City Center
Clara Barton & The Lafayette 616 E/631 D St NW, Penn Quarter
These rooftop decks have it all! Pool? Check. Greenery? Check. Quiet corners with great city views? BIG check. Watching the hustle and bustle of Penn Quarter from the comfort and quiet of this rooftop is a great way to wrap up a hectic and warm summer day!
Available Listings at Clara Barton & The Lafayette
Do you know of any hidden gems that we missed? Let us know your favorites and we will check them out!
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Potomac Harmony is Back! Following a gap year of competing, then virtual rehearsals during the pandemic, followed by the well-earned retirement of our long-term director, a year of a director search, Potomac Harmony hit the regional contest stage in Concord, North Carolina in March for the first time since 2018! It was exhilarating, reaffirming, and rewarding!
The chorus hit all of its goals, the biggest of which was to have fun and sing our best on contest stage — we did both! Because we earned a score over 400 points, our new Director, Allison Lynskey, was awarded the Novice Director award, photo above. Additionally, one of our charter members, Jackie Bottash, was nominated for and honored with the Leadership Excellence award. It was a celebratory weekend!
What’s next? So much! We now look forward to upcoming performances, growing our membership, and expanding our musical product with new arrangements and an education component each week. It’s an exciting time to be part of this ever-growing ensemble!
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