Author: Prince Of Petworth

Dear PoP – Carjacking in Petworth – MPD Makes Arrests

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

I got home to 3rd and Allison NW yesterday around 12 or 12:30am, and as I drove south down New Hampshire I saw a bunch of police cars and trucks on NH and 4th, on both the north and south sides of Allison. Then around 12:30 or 1am, they all came right in front of my house and some went down the alley right there. They said 3 juveniles carjacked a car from a woman and they thought they were hiding in the alley so they were getting dogs. The police were also looking in trash cans – I don’t know if for a weapon or for kids. There was a helicopter search too.”

Thanks to Council Member Bowser for providing the following info from MPD. And congrats to MPD for making quick arrests.

“At approximately 12:00 AM Fourth District Officers responded to the 700 block of Webster Street NW for a carjacking. Minutes later officers observed the vehicle occupied on 4th Street NW. The suspects bailed out of the vehicle and fled on foot. Fourth District Officers pursued and made two apprehensions. An outstanding job by all personnel.”

Dear PoP – What’s Going on with Zenebach Injera Ethiopian Restaurant?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

I love reading your blog and thought you might be a good person to ask about what is happening at the former Zenebech Injera Ethiopian restaurant on T between 6th and 7th NW, a few doors down from the Howard Theatre. Any idea? There are building permits up and work seems to be going on inside but I haven’t seen anybody there to ask if they have any information. Anyway, it’s a pretty blighted block at the moment so it would be great if some new restaurant or shop was going in.”

A few folks have asked me about this spot and we discussed the nearby Yellow House Restaurant on the 600 block of T Street, NW. Sadly when I walked by last weekend there was a stop work order:

Though the other permits said the place will still be a restaurant. I’m not sure if there are new owners or not but I’ll be sure to monitor its progress and post updates. Does anyone happen to know if it is just renovations or will become a new restaurant?

Incidentally I didn’t realize that this area was called the Duke Ellington Plaza:

The Duke definitely deserves less shuttered store fronts on his plaza.

Portraits From PoPville

By Prince Of Petworth

A friend of mine said that it’s a shame the “Photos From PoPville” don’t have more shots of people. I also find photos of people super interesting. So, I noticed a number of entries this week of people. Allow me to show them here.

Above and below were taken by Matt.Dunn. Above is Deon and below is “Radio Man”.

After the jump are two more good ones. (more…)

Judging New Row Houses/Buildings

By Prince Of Petworth

These homes are all located next to each other on the 500 block of U Street, NW. I’m not sure when they were built/renovated but they all seem in really good condition. I’m wondering which style you like best and, if possible, if you think they fit well with each other?

Good Deal or Not? Dueling Renovations on Flagler Place

By Prince Of Petworth

These homes are located right next door to each other at 2130 and 2132 Flagler Place, NW:


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The flier for 2130 says:

“Quality renovated Victorian on much desired quiet St in historic LedroitPk. Charm & convenience are everywhere in this beautiful warm blend of light, space, wood, brick & flow. Gourmet kit/open lr-dr w/ fpl/3-4br/3.5 BA/exp’d brick/lg media rm/deck/prof lands’d garden+secure pkg. Finished Lr lev could be sep. Stroll to Metro/shopes/cafe/frs. markt.”

More info and photos found here.

The flier for 2132 says:

“Complete Renovation in 2008. OVER 200K! Home separated into 2 units. Indonesian Cherry Floors, Granite Countertops, Maple Cabinets, Luxury Master Suite and 2 full bathrooms upstairs. Fully finished English Basement with ceramic tile and gourmet kitchen. (2BR/1BA) Exposed Brick walls on all levels. 2 private patios and garage parking in rear. True craftsmanship as you walk throughout the home.”

More info and photos found here.

I’m curious which you like better. What do you think of the renovations? 2130 is going for $584,900 and 2132 is going for $600,000. Do either sound reasonable?

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo from PoPville Flickr User onemonthaway

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. I

GDoN Revisited by Hipchickindc

By Prince Of Petworth

In real life, hipchickindc is licensed as a real estate broker in the District of Columbia and Virginia, and as a real estate salesperson in Maryland. Unless specifically noted, neither she nor the company that she is affiliated with represented any of the parties or were directly involved in the transaction reported below. Unless otherwise noted, the source of information is Metropolitan Regional Information Systems (MRIS), which is the local multiple listing system. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Featured Property: 5730 1st St NW

Original List Price: $469,000.

List Price at Contract: $459,000.

List Date: 12/27/2008

Days on Market: 99

Settled Sales Price: $462,500.

Settlement Date: 05/28/2009

Seller Subsidy: $15,000.

Bank Owned?: No

Type Of Financing: FHA

Listing History: Last purchased in December 2007 for $410,000. & a $12,300. Subsidy. Prior to that, it changed hands in July 2003 in AS IS condition for $269,999.

Original GDoN Post is: Here.

Recent Listing is: Here. To see interior pics, click on camera icon at top left after you open the link.

If one were to spend much time analyzing Prince of Petworth Good Deal or Not (GDoN) comments, it would quickly become apparent that there are three basic categories of real estate in the District of Columbia. The most common one is the you

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