At the time of writing, there are already 280+ open houses scheduled across the District for this weekend — and if you’re worried about missing the first NFL Sunday, don’t worry, most of them have Saturday opens 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.

  • 3280 Robert Clifton Weaver Way NE — $615,000 — Fort Lincoln
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Jen Goroff
    “Built in 2007, with 2,180 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, it’s filled with lots of natural light, features hardwood floors on the main-level, attached two-car garage, and offers all the beauty of Fort Lincoln’s Dakota Crossing community. The home fronts beautiful trees and a very unique view of D.C.’s City Skyline. As you approach the house, you’ll be greeted by a welcoming and thoughtfully maintained front yard. The pleasant discoveries continue inside as you are met by a spacious entry-way, high ceilings and polished interiors. The first-level has a large bedroom with a full bathroom that can be used as an office, playroom, at-home learning room or in-law suite. The second-level features a spacious living room with big bright windows, formal dining room and recently remodeled eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, brand new stainless steel appliances and standing bar for serving socializing while cooking. Also on the main level, is a conveniently-located powder room between the living and dining rooms. Upstairs you’ll find the spacious master bedroom with large walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom with marble countertops, soaking tub with whirlpool jets and glass standing shower. Also upstairs you’ll find the comfortable third and fourth bedrooms, large washer/dryer and storage closet as well as the third full bath with marble countertops and shower-tub combo. Bedrooms three and four feature sweeping skyline views including a clear shot of the Washington Monument — perfect for 4th of July firework parties.”

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Let us simplify the home buying process for you at a free, fun and informative virtual workshop.

Talk to local lenders about getting a loan and learn the importance of hiring a real estate agent not only to help you in your search but to make a winning offer. You will even hear all about the home buying experience from a recent first-time home buyer.

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

  • September 12
  • October 10
  • November 7

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Join D.C.’s creative community for its 5th year of Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates Monthvirtually!

This is a celebration of D.C. ‘s innovators, makers & doers, artists, and entrepreneurs throughout all 8 wards of the city. The 202Creates program connects District residents with government resources, educational opportunities and spaces to support their projects. This results in the creation of business development tools, original media content and performances, as well as community-building events, activities and roundtables.

Mayor Muriel Bowser Presents 202Creates invites D.C. creatives and innovators to join their annual 202Creates Month-long virtual celebration of the city’s creative community which includes a chat today, September 10 at 2 p.m. with Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer and Director of the Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment (OCTFME), Angie M. Gates.

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Join the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University for an upcoming virtual open house for prospective students! Learn more about our top-ranked degrees as our sessions will explore master’s, certificate and PhD programs.

Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
Tuesday, September 15
6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

PhD Virtual Open House
Wednesday, September 23
7-8:30 p.m. (EDT)

Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
Thursday, October 22
6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
Thursday, November 12
6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

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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: 900 C Street NE

“Quintessential Capitol Hill Rowhome in the heart of Northeast near Stanton Park, Northeast library, restaurants, Whole Foods, etc. In bounds for “Cluster” schools, this CORNER 4 bed and 2 bath light-filled row house is full of period restored details and new upgrades: Original and restored hardwood floors, as well as original penny round tile and claw foot tub in the upstairs bathroom, original restored historical windows with custom inserts, restored trim and fireplace, doors and transoms and a blend of period and new light fixtures. Architectural delights from the rescue of period pieces to salvaged wood and door handles throughout. The corner yard oasis with a slate patio, mature trees and an outdoor grill kitchen. Hardscaping and landscaping with zero-scape plantings and rain garden with beds of tolerant native plants and a flagstone walkway for an all season gardeners dream.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a twofer in Forest Hills: for only $7.3M you can own 1.25 acres with 2 lots that includes the main house (5 BR/3 FB/2 HB) and the separately addressed and similarly sized guest house (3 BR/4 FB/2 HB) that is the “FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET IN 64 YEARS!”
  • 1 Bedroom/1Bathroom at the General Scott, a building full of amenities and boasting an amazing 98 WalkScore!
  • A simple, yet sleek 2 BR/2 BA Petworth condo in a boutique building features large windows and an open concept kitchen/living room, which will make TV installation an interesting hurdle.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a rare one: a 7 BR/4.5 BA 5-story luxury home in Kalorama for just under $2M.

Has it been a year already? Don’t look now, but Tuesday, September 22, is officially Car Free Day.

Car Free Day is an international event that heightens awareness of the impact of traffic on the quality of life in the region and is celebrated in more than 2,000 cities in 46 countries. Locally, the event is hosted by Commuter Connections, the regional network of transportation organizations coordinated by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.

People are encouraged to telework or travel without driving alone in cars, by choosing alternative methods such as bicycle, walking, scooter, train, bus, or using a carpool or vanpool.

To participate, just fill out the pledge form, then go car free or car-lite (carpool, vanpool) on Tuesday, September 22. Once you take the free pledge, you receive special promotions and are entered into a raffle to win prizes.

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The seasonal lines have begun to blur, with the spring real estate market bleeding into the summer market, giving us some surprising, record-breaking months at a time we typically expect a dip in production. Will the robust summer market continue into the fall months? No one can be sure what next week holds let alone next month, so if you’re looking to buy, check out some of our favorite opens in the District below! 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.

  • 900 C Street NE — $1,069,000 — Capitol Hill/Stanton Park
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Ann Robertson
    “Quintessential Capitol Hill Rowhome in the heart of Northeast near Stanton Park, Northeast library, restaurants, Whole Foods, etc. In bounds for “Cluster” schools, this CORNER 4 bed and 2 bath light-filled row house is full of period restored details and new upgrades: Original and restored hardwood floors, as well as the penny round tile and claw foot tub in the upstairs bathroom, original restored historical windows with custom inserts, restored trim and fireplace, doors and transoms and a blend of period and new light fixtures. The corner yard delights with a slate patio, pergola and an outdoor grill kitchen. Hardscaping and landscaping with zero-scape plantings and rain garden with beds of tolerant native plants and a flagstone walkway for an all season gardeners dream. Master bedroom with custom designed large closet, middle room with cedar closet and two bedrooms with custom built in desks. Interior connection to the basement au pair/in-law suite with bedroom, full bath, kitchen and front exterior exit. Upgrades total over $130K throughout. Convenient to so many locations on the Hill, H Street, Eastern and Union Markets, experience city living in this full of character, and authentically historical and updated row home.”
  • 2501 Calvert Street NW #811 — $339,900 — Woodley Park
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Emily Attwood
    1 BR/1 BA light-filled southwest facing unit at Shoreham North Condominiums boasts parquet hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and beautiful views that overlook Rock Creek Park both from the unit and the community rooftop.
  • 800 4th Street SW #S203 — $279,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sat. 12-3 p.m. & Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Veronica Jenkins
    Quaint studio unit at Potomac Place Tower is the perfect place and price for a student crash pad or a frequent traveler.
  • 1391 Pennsylvania Avenue SE #M09 — $558,000 — Hill East/Potomac Ave
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Traci Johnson
    “This is a TRUE 2 bedroom condo with over 1,000 s.f. of space nestled in a quiet corner of the building. Both bedrooms have huge walk-through closets, 2 spacious full bathrooms with linen closets and plenty of additional storage space throughout the home, including a kitchen pantry and full laundry closet with full-sized washer and dryer.”
  • 725 Farragut Street NW — $995,000 — Petworth
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Philip DiRuggiero
    Gorgeous gut-renovation of this end-unit row home features oversized windows, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace, luxurious master bedroom suite, a fully fenced-in yard and off-street parking.

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: 1801 Wyoming Avenue NW #41

“Own a piece of one of D.C.’s most vibrant communities. This top floor corner unit is drenched in sunlight, provides sweeping views of the city and comes with a coveted PARKING space. Historic charm has been preserved through original hardwood floors and exposed brick. The open floor plan allows you to finally have that large dining room table you’ve always dreamed of and a massive living area to entertain! Two large bedrooms, two full baths, master suite with Washington Monument views, walk-in pantry, in-unit washer/dryer, coat closet, additional storage… the list goes on. Walk to Marie Reed rec center (tennis, soccer field, indoor swimming and more!), Oyster-Adams Bilingual school and everything Adams Morgan has to offer. Want more? This unit is steps away from the building’s rooftop deck that offers even more amazing views of the city. Dine al fresco with friends and watch the sunset over the city…”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is listed as a 0 BR/4 BA building that “is currently the regional headquarters for a major national university, however it presents a wide variety of potential uses, ranging from commercial to residential and retail,” which is listed at $4.95M.
  • Two-level Petworth condo with 3 BR/3 BA has been beautifully renovated with 3 sides of light entering the home and private outdoor backyard space and off-street parking.
  • “This renovated 1 bed/1 bath is perfect for a first-time homebuyer, investor, retiree (1 level living) or buyers in need of additional space outside of their primary home.”
  • Your Auction Property of the Week is a 3 BR/2.5 BA Mt. Pleasant condo that appears to be in decent condition with bidding starting at $500k on September 25.

Having a qualified real estate agent help you navigate the home buying process is essential in today’s highly competitive market. Why go it alone when you can have a seasoned professional help you land the right property at the best price? Oh, and the property owner pays the Buyer’s Agent commission, so you don’t have to.

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According to the Consumer Federation of America’s annual Consumer Complaints Report, the Home Improvement/Construction industry had the second highest number of complaints of all consumer industries in 2017-2019.

The most common complaints cited: “Shoddy work, failure to start or complete the job, failure to have required licensing or registration.” Additionally, the industry also ranked first for the “worst” complaints according to the surveys, meaning “…the dollar amount involved, the impact on vulnerable consumers, or the sheer outrageousness of the situation.”

These are some of the reasons that local startup, Remodelmate, was founded in 2018 with a different goal in mind: To build a home renovation company that put consumer interests first.

According to CEO and founder, Chad Hall, “When you’re making an investment in something as personal as your bathroom, you should have complete confidence that your contractor is an expert, that he’s going to do what he’s supposed to do, when he says he’s going to do it, and at the quoted price. Unfortunately, that is not most people’s experience.”

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