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Discover Portrait Square and Rediscover Brookland

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It’s time to rediscover Brookland in Northeast D.C., home to Catholic University and the Brookland CUA Metro Station.

Bustling with even more life and creativity than when Bo Diddley and Marvin Gaye called it home, Brookland is electric. There’s Monroe Street Market exploding with vibrant art, bistro dining, farm-fresh produce and unique shopping. There are tree-lined streets leading to Metro and paved bike trails. And, just a couple blocks away, there’s Portrait Square, a small enclave of just 22 homes and Brookland’s newest luxury townhome community.

At Portrait Square, you’ll hang your bike in your garage, slide across the hardwood floors in your socks, grab a bottle from your designer kitchen, and head to your private rooftop terrace to toast the night. You’ll look out over Brookland and plan the next day’s adventures. So much life and art.

But hurry — only 4 homes are available in this exciting slice of Northeast D.C. Call and schedule your private model home tour today. Call 202-330-3509.

4 Levels, 3 Bedrooms 3.5 baths, 1 Car Garage — From $890,000.
Model Home located at 3056 7th Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20017

Open By Personal Appointment Only Portraitsquaredc.com

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: October 28

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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: 716 Varnum Street NW

COMING SOON in Petworth!

“Welcome Home to this beautifully renovated Petworth Gem. New Gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances and stunning granite countertops with new cabinetry and a large pantry. Large deck/balcony off master bedroom overlooking deep back yard. Two Fantastic luxury baths await you on the upper level with an updated half bath on the main level and additional full bath downstairs. Bonus lower level is equipped to be a possible au pair suite with separate entrance front and rear, washer/dryer and kitchen. Whether you are relaxing on the front covered porch, having coffee on the master balcony or entertaining in the backyard with family and friends this home delivers. Brand new Furnace and A/C help complete the package. Make this your first stop — you won’t be disappointed!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a brick 6 BR/6.5 BA 4-story+loft/terrace home that’s been modernized from top-to-bottom including a billiards room, rooftop terrace with pool/hot tub, full home elevator and a magnificent hydraulic car lift to hide your car if you’d prefer to use your rear patio for entertaining — all for just $5.95M.
  • “This unit features a full 2020 makeover. It is a one bedroom, one bathroom, light filled space, with a new kitchen and new bathroom, gorgeous hardwood parquet flooring, new six-inch baseboards, all new electrical outlets, switches and lighting and is freshly painted throughout, with a private balcony that is perfect for enjoying the outdoors or watching boats on the river.”
  • 2 BR/2 BA unit at The Matrix includes hardwood floors, granite counters, a community rooftop deck and boasts an impeccable Walk Score of 98.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is 7 BR/5.5 BA Colonial in Manor Park that restricts any potential buyers from entering the home due to tenant occupancy so anyone buying this will have some hurdles to deal with upon completion of the bank auction.

19th Annual Thanksgiving Trot for Hunger

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This Thanksgiving, you can still be part of a time-honored D.C. tradition — SOME’s (So Others Might Eat) 19th Annual Thanksgiving Day Trot for Hunger 5k.

This year, to keep our mission moving during coronavirus concerns, we invite you to join us virtually from your neighborhood or local park during the month of November.

Funds raised from the Trot for Hunger help benefit thousands of our D.C. neighbors in need, including families and the elderly, by providing much-needed food, housing, access to healthcare, employment training and long-term comprehensive addiction treatment programs.

Reserve your spot at trotforhunger.org.

For more information about So Others Might Eat and our mission, visit SOME.org.

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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With 300 open houses scheduled for the last true fall weekend before the clocks change, the housing market is still booming in the District. If you’ve been waiting for the weather to cool to begin touring, this weekend is a beautiful one —  unless you’re into Big 10 Football, in that case, we have Sunday open house options too! 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.

  • 1391 Pennsylvania Avenue SE #461 — $585,000 — Hill East
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — Traci Johnson
    “Your own Pennsylvania Avenue address! Just a few short blocks away from Eastern Market, Barracks Row, multiple entertainment and dining options, this bright, open, true 2 bedroom condo is complete with 2 full spacious bathrooms, large walk-through closets, complete with custom shelving. The home also includes a new full size washer/dryer in-unit and a deeded garage parking space. A secure, luxury building, Jenkins Row offers a 24-hour concierge, 3 rooftop decks with great views, a fitness center, business center, a serene courtyard and so much more. Located across the street from the Metro station and the new Roost Culinary Clubhouse, and a short distance from Anacostia Riverwalk Trail, Nats Park and Navy Yard, this is a great place to call home.”
  • 512 Crittenden Street NW — $965,000 — Petworth
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-4 p.m. — Philip DiRuggiero
    Fully renovated 4 BR/3.5 BA interior rowhome includes a gorgeously long and spacious backyard with deck and plenty of grass for your dog, kids or both!
  • 3916 7th Street NE #1 — $419,000 — CUA/University Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Chris Hardgrave
    “Come see the transformation of these perfectly situated condos in Brookland only minutes walk to the Brookland/CUA Metro station. Recently renovated with two bedrooms and two bathrooms.”
  • 2426 Wyoming Avenue NW — $4,900,000 — Kalorama Heights
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Kimberly Casey
    Massive Renaissance Revival style estate with 6,700+ sq. ft. boasts 3 levels of luxury finishes and ornate design across 5 BR/4.5 BA and also includes a conservatory, swimming pool, library, au-pair suite, a dramatic entryway, 2 staircases, off-street parking  and an owner’s suite with more space than many 1 BR D.C. condos.
  • 459 Orange Street SE — $749,000 — Congress Heights
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Claude Labbe
    “The income potential on this newly renovated duplex townhome with two 4BR/ 2BA units on walkout unfinished basements shouldn’t be ignored. Live in one and rent the other or rent both, this building is perfectly situated along a quiet, tree lined street. Updates include a new roof, new floors, new counters, new water heater and new appliances.”

Earn a Security-Related Degree at the Schar School with the Diana Davis Spencer Foundation Scholarship

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The highly ranked master’s security studies programs at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University have received a $250,000 gift from the Diana Davis Spencer Foundation.

The funds will be used for scholarships for eligible master’s students entering the Schar School in Spring 2021 who are pursuing degrees in a security studies-related program.

“The Diana Davis Spencer Foundation gift is making it possible for many students to attend our high-ranked security studies programs and prepare for careers in intelligence and security policy,” said Schar School Dean Mark J. Rozell. “We are grateful for this new partnership that will advance our shared goal of educating and training future policy professionals in these fields.”

The scholarship gift is intended to develop and prepare future national security professionals and leaders who will study in one of the Schar School’s four master’s programs: Master’s in International Security, Master’s in Biodefense, Master’s in Public Policy with an emphasis in National Security and Public Policy, and the global No. 22-ranked Master’s in Public Administration with a concentration in Emergency Management and Homeland Security.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: October 21

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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: 8216 W Beach Drive NW

“This home’s position offers privacy and access to nature via the large architectural windows which brings the outdoors in, a Mid-Century Modern principle. Walkability to Rock Creek Shopping Center just a block away! There are not many locations in the city where you get over 4,000 square feet spread across 2 spacious floors, a garage, and almost 1/5th of an acre adjacent to a national park. The main level has 2 distinct wings adjoined by the foyer. On 1 side is a large living room with a fireplace as its centerpiece, a dining room ready to host, a chef’s kitchen with a wolf gas range, a double oven, a pantry, solid wood cabinets and new quartz countertops. Off the kitchen is a large eat-in kitchen and space for your home office. On the other side of the home is the sleeping wing with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All 3 bedrooms are spacious. Storage challenges will be a thing of the past with 8 closets on this wing of the home!”

“The lower level has a large rec room with multiple zones for relaxing, playing, working from home, connecting, home schooling and entertaining. Also off this space is a second fireplace, a laundry center, and a kitchenette saving you a trip upstairs when you want a drink or a snack. On this floor is the 4th bedroom with a luxurious bathroom that has both a standup shower and an imported Italian soaking tub. A mud room, 2 more large closets and a 2 car garage complete this home. The backyard is fenced with an extensive slate patio, a brick oven and a flat green yard with professionally landscaped flower beds. Minutes from downtown D.C., Bethesda and downtown Silver Spring. Walk to shops, restaurants, serene trails of Rock Creek Park and the Purple Line’s upcoming Laytonsville Station.”

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Edmund Burke School Virtual Open House November 7

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Join the “Virtual Open House” for middle school and high school on Saturday, November 7, to introduce prospective students to Washington’s Edmund Burke School.

The 52-year-old preparatory school offers a close-knit, welcoming culture with progressive academics that give students the tools to advocate for themselves and for others.

Located in Northwest Washington, convenient to the Van Ness-UDC Metro station, the independent, nonprofit Edmund Burke School boasts a co-ed campus of 300 students and 50 faculty members. The diverse community enjoys a supportive environment by faculty and staff as students develop the skills and critical thinking required to be responsible citizens and community leaders.

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Listing of the Day: 3311 13th Street NW, Unit 3

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Address: 3311 13th Street NW, Unit 3
Neighborhood: Columbia Heights
Listed: $770,000
Open: Sunday, October 18 1-3 p.m.

You’ll fall in love with this flawless two bedroom, two bathroom corner-unit condo in a stately 1908 mansion that was completely renovated in 2011 in the heart of Columbia Heights!

Spanning nearly 1,400 square feet, the beautiful finishes, gourmet kitchen and amazing master suite make this a must see! Features: Open floor plan with beautiful bamboo wood flooring throughout. Living room with gas fireplace and tons of natural light. Spacious dining area and breakfast nook. Gourmet kitchen with Italian marble countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, espresso stained custom cabinetry and massive center island with bar seating. Spacious master suite with two closets (one a large walk-in) and private balcony overlooking Park Road. Ensuite master bathroom with large walk-in shower, marble countertop and sleek cabinets.

Large second bedroom with walk-in closet. Full second bathroom with access via hallway and second bedroom, also with marble countertop and sleek cabinets. Tons of extra storage space throughout. Washer/Dryer in unit. Street parking.

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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We’re seeing a pretty big spike in inventory with 600+ new listings in the past week and 330+ open houses scheduled across the District for this weekend. 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.

  • 1518 N. Carolina Avenue NE — $1,100,000 — Kingman Park
    Open Sat. 12-3 p.m. — Melissa Wilson
    “Absolutely stunning, light-filled, spacious 3-story rowhome where classic taste takes on a modern twist. The biggest house on the block! Just blocks from Lincoln Park and a scenic walk through Capitol Hill to the farmers market in Eastern Market. Artistic spiral stair to the roof deck with monument views! Lots of outdoor space, with two oversized decks, roof deck, patio and front yard. Catch the sunrise in the front and the sunset on the back decks. Parking pad in the rear with an electrical load to support installing a private supercharging station. The owner’s suite includes a soaking tub, skylights, coffee/wine bar, large walk-in closet, vaulted ceiling and much more. Just 2 blocks from Lincoln Park and a scenic walk through Capitol Hill and to the farmers market in Eastern Market. Well thought out floor plan to include large bedrooms and ample closet space. Modern kitchen with huge quartz waterfall island and backsplash, slow closing cabinets, all new appliances and tasteful lighting. The detail-oriented builder moved in for 2 months, ensuring that all systems work comfortably and completely! One of a kind, beautiful and thoughtfully designed. Very quiet and well insulated. Rare opportunity to own a completely new developed home from foundation up in such a historic area of town.”
  • 402 Emerson Street NW — $850,000 — Petworth
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Khalil El-Ghoul
    4 BR Petworth interior row home with 2,100+ finished square feet boasts off-street parking, hardwood floors throughout, an astroturf backyard and a lower level with one bedroom and a bar.
  • 2930 12th Street NE — $899,000 — Brookland
    Open Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Hillary Nash
    “This Wardman Rowhome Combines Classic and Contemporary Elements for DC Modern Living. Enter the Main Level and Encounter Exposed Brick, Hardwood Floors, a Gourmet Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, Large Peninsula Countertops with Breakfast Bar, Dining Room and a Powder Room. Upstairs Features Three Light Filled Bedrooms, a Stunning Guest Bath Complete with a Floating Vanity, Mosaic Tile and Seamless Glass Shower Doors.”
  • 218 4th Street SE #4 — $594,500 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-3 p.m. — Jonathan Hunt
    2 BR top-level condo unit with an open layout also includes your own private balcony deck.
  • 1822 New Hampshire Avenue NW #1 — $474,000 — Dupont/U Street
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Melanie Friedson
    “Welcome to this one bedroom, one bath with a bonus home office/den in the boutique Windsor Condominium in the heart of desirable Dupont Circle. High above ground, this condo checks all the boxes! While we are spending more time at home than ever before and re-prioritizing our needs, this condo has all the functionality you need and then-some in an ideally laid out floor plan.”

Mediterranean Gem Ankara at Dupont Circle Now Offering Bottomless Brunch on Weekdays for $29

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Ankara has a brunch menu with more than 30 items and the deal includes unlimited small plates and brunch drinks for 2 hours.

They offer traditional Turkish/Mediterranean breakfast items like menemen, sucuk, sigara boregi; as well as more American dishes like benedicts and French Toast — but always with a twist. That’s not even the best part! The drinks are not limited to mimosas and Turkish spiced Bloody Mary; you can also get beer, wine or mixed drinks.

They’ve become famous with their brunch since the new management took over 2 years ago, but the exciting part is their weekday deal. Everything you just read is for $29 per person — it’s $39 on weekends, still amazing! They are pretty packed during the weekend though, so weekdays might be a good chance to find a table!

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