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Real Estate Fresh Finds: June 16

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Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by Real Living At Home.

Featured Property of the Week: 2710 Poplar Street NW

“Enjoy this sunny 3-level 900-square-foot semi-detached open floor plan home. It was thoughtfully renovated in 2017. It features central air conditioning, a living room fireplace, lots of storage, 2 full baths and a finished lower level, which opens to a lovely rear garden. ‘2710’ is located on a unique one-block street ending with a staircase leading to 28th Street. Here, there is a water feature where some sit on the stairs and marvel at this peaceful scene.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is an 8BD/5FB/2HB Georgian in Cleveland Park with 6,100+ square feet of luxury across 4 levels and includes a book room, library, gym, massive terrace, elevator, and a luxurious owner’s suite with a dressing room and an ensuite bathroom with a separate tub and steam shower — all for $7.5M.
  • COMING SOON “This turn-key 2 bed 2 bath open floor plan home is perfect for relaxing and entertaining” and is “located on a quiet one-way street and blocks away from the popular 14th Street and Logan Circle.”
  • “Beautifully presented” Petworth interior rowhome “covering approximately 2,200” is an “extra wide and extra deep home,” featuring “4 bedrooms plus office and 2.5 bath and everything a D.C. resident is looking for.”
  • Your Bankruptcy Property of the Week is one of three 2BR/2BA units in the same boutique building in Columbia Heights/Park View.

Virginia Tech Returns to In-Person Classes for Falls Church MBA Program

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Virginia Tech’s Evening MBA announced that students will return to its Falls Church center for classes this August. The Evening MBA program is among the best in the country and the top part-time MBA program in Virginia, according to a 2022 survey of the nation’s top graduate schools by U.S. News & World Report.

“We know many students choose the Evening MBA because they value the in-person interactions they have with classmates and faculty members,” said Rebecca McGill, associate director of MBA recruiting at Virginia Tech. “We’re excited to return to in-person classes and provide those rich learning and networking opportunities that some find they’ve missed in the online environment.”

At the same time, McGill says there has been a high level of interest in Virginia Tech’s recently launched Online MBA.

“We were pleased with the level of interest for our first Online MBA cohort, and I think that reflects the changing needs and preferences of today’s professionals after a year of adapting to remote work,” said McGill.

Dana Hansson, director of MBA programs at Virginia Tech, says it’s important to adapt to meet students wherever their needs are. “Our strategic focus since 2013 has been to provide working professionals with flexible options that fit into their personal and professional lives,” she said.

Virginia Tech’s current suite of programs includes the Evening MBA, Online MBA and the Ballston-based Executive MBA. All are part-time formats designed with working professionals in mind.

Applications for the Evening MBA program are due July 1. Learn more about Virginia Tech’s MBA programs at mba.vt.edu.

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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We’re back to a non-holiday weekend, and it seems Hot Vax Summer is in full swing in the DMV with both its weather and events. With 270 open houses scheduled across the District this weekend, there’s bound to be something that interests you in your home search. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 1132 Columbia Road NW #3 — $1,179,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. & Sun. 2-5 p.m. — Jordan Chronopoulos
    “WELCOME to the new standard of excellence! This luxurious penthouse is developed by one of D.C.’s most meticulous builders, Diamond Ridge Development. As you ascend up to this unit, you are greeted by exposed brick, high ceilings, custom two-piece crown molding and open-concept living. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, an expansive center island and high-end appliance package. Diamond Ridge Development spared no detail in designing this penthouse — it is truly suited for an entertainer’s lifestyle. The main level also features a large rear bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The second level features two colossal skylights that bathe the upstairs in natural light. Walking into the primary bedroom you will find 12’+ ceilings, an expansive walk-in closet, an en-suite bathroom that features 60″ vanity and a custom-built shower with floor-to-ceiling marble. The third bedroom could also act as a home office, which connects to the oversized private deck, perfect for lounging and enjoying fresh air. With a 96 Walk Score, this penthouse is conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, Park View farmers market, CoHI dog park and only a 3-minute walk to CoHI Metro Station.”
  • 1614 26th Place SE #2 — $595,000 — Randle Highlands/Hillcrest
    Open Sat. 12-3 p.m. — Kirby Mitchell
    “This 1-year-young, 2-level condo is AMAZING! Custom brick walls sprinkled throughout, beautiful hardwood flooring covering the entire home and an awesome open concept perfect for entertaining.”
  • 1910 Kalorama Road NW #302 — $356,000 — Kalorama
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — Valerie Blake
    “Welcome to this elegant studio at The Marvin Condominiums in Kalorama. Here you’ll find an open floor plan with engineered wood floors throughout, shimmering overhead lighting and new plantation shutters in the dining area.”
  • 1436 V Street SE — $459,000 — Anacostia
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Mark Bertini
    “Come live in Historic Anacostia and if one of the coolest homes in the city might be your thing, then do not miss the experience of coming to visit this one.”
  • 631 Lexington Place NE — $$1,899,900 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Chris Polhemus
    “Outstanding 5 BR/4.5 BA renovation on Capitol Hill just one block from Stanton Park” with “wide plank hardwood floors through the open and expansive main floor.”
  • 4816 9th Street NW — $$969,900 — Petworth
    Open Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. — Lee Gochman
    “Fantastic 4 BR/3.5 BA corner townhouse — totally gut renovated with brand new luxury finishings” featuring “gleaming hardwood floors, ethernet/cable wiring throughout, and tons of windows and natural light via three exposures.”

Real Estate Fresh Finds: June 9

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Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by Real Living At Home.

Featured Property of the Week: 5315 Macarthur Blvd NW

“Contemporary luxury in Kent, a premier NW Neighborhood. Don’t miss this contemporary gem in one of the most desirable neighborhoods D.C. has to offer. Built in 1966 and renovated in 2018 (with all new windows in 2021), 5315 MacArthur Blvd in Kent has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, plenty of natural light, pristine hardwoods throughout, a separate dining room, and a fabulous vaulted-ceiling, four-season room, both of which open onto a gorgeous stone patio. And that’s just a general description. You have to see what the owners have done to make this home a contemporary paradise. There are custom touches everywhere you look. A custom-designed Scandinavian banister. Fantastic European kitchen featuring a gas cooktop, stainless appliances and plenty of cabinet space. Heated floors in all three full baths. Luxurious master bath with his/her sinks and large walk-in shower. Tons of closet space in the master bedroom. Dimmable recessed lighting throughout. Wall-mounted TVs with hidden wiring. Custom glass wine storage closet. The washer and dryer are new this year. And just wait till you stand on the incredible stone patio and go up the Zen-like steps to the rear garden area. Not only is the house wonderful, but it puts you in the much sought-after Kent neighborhood, giving you the ability to get out of the city at night without really getting out of the city. If you don’t already know about Kent, you’ll be amazed that such a place exists right inside D.C. Kent is quiet, tree-lined and filled with beautiful homes. While someone is taking a walk and admiring your house, you’ll be strolling elsewhere admiring another. This true getaway, tucked right here in NW, is so beautiful both inside and outside, no written description is going to do it justice.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is an 8BR/5FB/2HB Georgian with 7,000 square feet across four levels and includes a guest/nanny apartment, a theatre, gym, library and a whole house generator in Cleveland Park — all for $7.5 million.
  • “A lovely Classic Colonial-style home located in the immediate area of the energetic H Street corridor” with “two bedrooms large enough to fit king-sized beds, each with its own private bath and a convenient half-bath on the main level.”
  • 3BR/3.5BA “renovated end-unit townhouse is an amazing value in Petworth” featuring “a spacious open-concept main level, family/media room with wet bar and home office.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a 4BR/2.5BA interior rowhome with only 1 photo and a $950K price tag so the inside must be worthy of such a high price for an unseeable listing.

Well-Paid Maids Raised Its Wages!

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Dear PoPville readers,

We are proud to announce that we have increased the starting wage at Well-Paid Maids.

As of last month, our minimum wage is $20 per hour. That’s up from $17 per hour and reflects a 16% raise in compensation. In addition, every worker still receives a full benefits package, including 22 paid days off per year; health, dental and vision insurance; and 100% employer-paid commuting costs. And, as always, everyone we hire is a true employee, not an independent contractor, which means they receive protections such as unemployment and workers’ compensation insurance.

Why did we do it? Right now you read about lots of employers raising wages to try to attract new hires, but we’ve never had a problem finding applicants. For us, this is about honoring the commitment of our employees and staying true to our name.

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Listing of the Day: 3569 Warder Street NW

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Address: 3569 Warder Street NW (Residences 2 and 4)
Neighborhood: Park View
Listed: $799,900 and $939,900

Presenting two beautiful townhouse-style residences in Park View offering multi-level living with a rooftop deck. Whitney Close Mews is a historic transformation delivering exquisite craftsmanship interwoven with the modern needs of urban dwellers who desire a home that provides flexibility for home offices and comfortable spaces for sophisticated entertaining.

A high-efficiency HVAC system conditions a stunning open-concept living/dining area. The kitchen sets a new bar with incredible handmade cabinetry to the ceiling, walnut drawers and shelves, quartz tops, a Bosch fridge, a Bosch dishwasher, and a KitchenAid range. Warm white oak floors throughout are complemented by high ceilings with clean lines and custom millwork. Owners suites have a walk-in closet with Elfa system and a luxurious bathroom including custom dual vanity, linen closet, a beautiful curbless wet room and soaking tub.

Beautiful views abound from the rooftop deck. With an intercom, private entrances and no one living above or below you, this is the perfect balance that won’t leave you scrambling to upsize in a few years. Permeable paver parking is available for purchase.

Please come see why Park View DC should be your next home!

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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It’s the first weekend of June, and there are plenty of open houses scheduled across the District! Make sure your agent has a strategy to keep you safe while searching for your next home. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 4539 43rd Place NW — $1,773,000 — American University Park
    Open Fri. 3-5 p.m. — Liz Ho
    “Welcome home to a light-filled spacious retreat in the heart of close-in Tenleytown/AU Park! No detail was left untouched in this modern take on a craftsman classic. From the moment you meet the home, you’re greeted by full, green plantings, which provide privacy for the peaceful front porch. Enter through the custom craftsman doorway and find a beautiful entryway complete with a deep entryway closet. As you walk through, you’ll be instantly impressed by the showstopper living room and convenient light-filled office/bedroom #1… right off the side of the living room! Walking through the hallway, you’re met with the generous guest bedroom #2 and full guest bathroom complete with a beautiful glass-walled shower. The formal dining room takes on a relaxed feel as it connects to the bar/custom nook and is in clear view of the roomy family-entertaining room. Enjoy your cup of coffee sitting at the kitchen island, finished in gorgeous high-end quartz, or spend your Tuesday night cooking up a storm on the stainless steel appliances, thanks to the perfectly-appointed layout. (Yes, that is a Sub-Zero fridge!) Head up the stairs to the third and fourth bedrooms, and you’ll find great closet space and stylish touches tucked into every spot. The second full bath reveals more modern finishes and a practical bath complete with a tub. A bonus: The washer/dryer is already upstairs — you won’t even have to move it! The fifth and primary bedroom is a spacious, chic haven all its own… complete with the en-suite bathroom of your dreams and light-filled walk-in closet! The ample master bedroom faces the lush backyard. The master bathroom is ready for your Sunday afternoon bathtub soak, or early morning pre-work prep with your shower and dressing room beautifully planned together. Let’s not forget to hop down to the basement, designed by Saltbox architects. Temporarily used as a learning pod this past year, it is ready for you to make it all your own! Multiple spaces combine into an open floor plan, with a utility and storage room conveniently behind closed doors. A fully renovated basement bathroom, funky mod storage lockers, and access to the drive-in garage is great for all your plans! Don’t miss the EV outlet in the garage for your electric car. The home also comes with a fantastic set of *owned* solar panels to save you energy costs all year long. This is also the perfect time of year to take advantage of the restful backyard — walk off the gourmet kitchen down onto the perfect hosting patio… and around the privacy plantings to the charming herb and vegetable garden space! What more can we say? Welcome home”
  • 710 13th Street NE — $849,900 — H Street Corridor
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — James Thomley
    “A lovely classic Colonial-style home located in the immediate area of the energetic H Street corridor. From here, you will enjoy the streetcar system, a mere block from your front door, where you can easily be transported all the way to Union Station. This spacious home contains two bedrooms large enough to fit king-sized beds, each with its own private bath and a convenient half-bath on the main level.”
  • 525 Tennessee Avenue NE — $875,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — James Thomley
    “Spacious and bursting with natural light, this stunning condo offers refined living in the sought-after Mount Vernon Triangle. This beautiful abode blends modern construction with loft-inspired style, such as high ceilings, hardwood floors and exposed ductwork.”
  • 1211 G Street SE #9 — $389,900 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — John Coleman
    “If a penthouse oozing with natural light is what you asked for, then look no further! Welcome to Cambridge Row, which was built/renovated in 2014 with an emphasis on quality and attention to detail. This unit features high ceilings, hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops/backsplash, separate storage unit, European high-gloss cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, Kohler bathroom fixtures, front-loading washer and dryer, and much more!”
  • 1603 North Carolina Avenue NE #4 — $409,900 — Old City
    Open Sat. and Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Chris Hardgave
    “Perfect pied-a-terre in the city with tons of open living space, wood floors, built-in speakers and washer/dryer with tons of light! The open floor plan makes entertaining easy with a living/dining combo that flows into a chef’s gourmet kitchen with marble countertops, gas cooking, stainless steel appliances and 42″ custom cabinets.”

Stop Paying Rent! Free First-Time Home Buyer Zoom Workshop June 5

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Be apart of the generation that is building equity and wealth through homeownership. ⁠Start your home buying journey with our free, fun and informative, and virtual First Time Home Buyer Workshop on June 5⁠ from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.⁠

Learn your mortgage loan options from lender Alex Jaffe or First Home Mortgage. ⁠Also, learn the benefits of hiring a real estate agent and ways to make a winning offer from GreenLine Real Estate agents Dee Getachew, K. Leszczak and Jonathan Bartlett.

View the dates below and sign up for our informative workshop.

  • June 5
  • July 10

For your convenience, our workshops are virtual and free of charge. You can learn home buying strategies from the comfort of your own home. A Zoom.us link to our video conference will be emailed to those that sign up.

No obligation to buy… only to learn.

Real Estate Fresh Finds: June 2

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Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by Real Living At Home.

Featured Property of the Week: 635 A Street NE

“Welcome home to the very heart of Capitol Hill! This stunning federal-style property is a legal two-unit with outdoor space to spare in the front and rear. Walk through the front gardens and pause on the covered porch to take in the tree-lined view. Inside, you’ll be delighted by the high ceilings and spacious formal sitting and dining rooms. Don’t miss the crown molding, historic tin kitchen ceiling, pocket doors, fireplace and built-ins! Original stately details are prevalent throughout this house balanced by modern amenities. Tired of open floor plans and aching for main floor closets and the ability to close a door? We have what you’re looking for! Now pass the updated powder room and enter into the renovated kitchen with both an eat-in peninsula and a tiled flex room in the rear. Out the back door is a very large fenced-in patio, perfect for grilling, fire pits, entertaining, playing, relaxing and working out. Through the fence, you’ll find a two-car garage and/or ample workspace if you’re so inclined. Remote garage openers included. Access this garage via low-vehicular traffic bricked alley. Upstairs you’ll find two large bedrooms and bathrooms, a W/D in the hallway, ample closets, sky lights, and newly upgraded vanities. Downstairs offers a 1 BD/1 BA apartment, complete with living room and kitchen, and featuring a fireplace, exposed brick, and original hardwoods still in excellent condition! Front and rear exit of course.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is an 8BR/9FB/2HB “exquisite and architectural masterpiece” with 11k sq. ft. spread across 4 levels that features a wine cellar, library, exercise room, 10 fireplaces, a jacuzzi/sauna spa, 5-car garage and even a main level in-law suite — all for $12M.
  • COMING SOON is this 3BR/2BA Victorian rowhome with an open layout, a welcoming front porch and a rear stone patio on Tennessee Ave.
  • 2BR/2BA lower level Petworth condo in a boutique building built in 2016.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a detached corner lot tear-down in Congress Heights that could definitely fit a much larger, custom home if the right developer scooped this one.

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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As usual for a holiday weekend, the amount of open houses is drastically lower than we’d normally expect in the DMV with only 130 as of writing this article. Make sure your agent has a strategy to keep you safe while searching for your next home. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 410 M Street NW #5 — $695,000 — Mt. Vernon Square
    Open Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Andrew Essreg
    “Brand-new complete renovation! Stylish and sunny 2 BD/2 BA two-level condo with secure private parking spot and multiple outdoor living spaces! This unique penthouse condo with two en-suite bed/baths each with private balconies, is situated across the top two floors of a boutique five-unit brick building, well designed and constructed in 2012, with an updated foyer/stairs/hallways in 2021. Owners in this welcoming and diverse building share a wonderful outdoor garden courtyard that is ideal for year-round living/dining/grilling/chilling. Four-legged friends and their two-legged owners will both appreciate that this outdoor space and the building are pet friendly. The penthouse condo owner gets one assigned, secure parking spot inside the secure garage fence with remote opener. THIS SPECTACULAR CONDO WAS COMPLETELY RENOVATED HEAD TO TOE IN MAY 2021 and is well appointed with quality finishes, long life resilient flooring on both levels, and freshly painted with eco-preferred no-VOC paint. Brand-new gourmet kitchen features high-end quartz counters, upgraded cabinetry, glass tile backsplash, deep undercounter sink, energy-efficient stainless appliances. New energy efficient HVAC system. All three bathrooms are brand-new and tastefully appointed. Full-sized in-unit washer-dryer. Lots of closet space! ABUNDANT NATURAL LIGHT and upgraded recessed LED lighting make this M Street gem shine no matter what time of day.”
  • 2909 17th Street NE #202 — $495,000 — Brookland
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Monique Van Blaricom
    “This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo features an expansive open-concept living/dining area, modern finishes, quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Exquisite pecan hardwood floors throughout the unit, 9-foot ceilings and large windows providing tons of natural light gives this home an elevated feel.”
  • 3891 Newark Street NW #A481 — $595,000 — McLean Gardens
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Andrea Medinaceli
    “This turnkey 2-level, corner unit includes 14 windows allowing light from the N, E and S (covered by your condo fee)! The freshly painted home features refinished parquet flooring, built-ins that can be used for storage and display, newly renovated kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and new flooring, dining room, living room, bedroom and bathroom.”
  • 1402 Massachusetts Avenue SE — $1,199,999 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Chris Hardgrave
    “$50K price reduction and ready to sell! Just one block off of Lincoln Park, this gorgeous 2,100+ sq/ft semi-detached Federal is perfectly positioned and tastefully updated for today’s buyer. With 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, open floor plan, high ceilings and parking, this property can’t be missed!”
  • 5407 9th Street NW #210 — $310,000 — Petworth
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Jordan Rich
    “PRICE REDUCED!! Best value in Petworth! Spacious corner unit in the heart of Petworth. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo features an open living, dining, kitchen layout; perfect for entertaining.”
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