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Real Estate Fresh Finds: February 12

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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: 1793 Lanier Place NW #7

“Gorgeous 2 bedroom 2 full bath with den, private roof deck and PARKING in Adams Morgan. Living area has a balcony, the kitchen has Italian marble countertops and stainless steel appliances. Master bedroom gets tons of light and the bathroom has a double vanity. No more fighting in the mornings for sink space! Upstairs you can enjoy your den with great views, grab a drink at the wet bar and head outside to a large private roofdeck. Washer dryer in unit, reserved parking behind the building and pet friendly! Right across the street from Philz and Tail Up Goat!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a massive 8 BR/9 FB/2 HB Tudor in Wesley Heights that encompasses 12k square feet across 3 levels and includes multiple terraces, a swimming pool, a 2 BR pool house with its own kitchen, a spa, media room, gym and a climate-controlled wine cellar all for $9.75M.
  • Spectacularly renovated Petworth 4 BR/3.5 BA 3-level detached rowhome style with exposed brick, hardwood flooring, LED lighting and more!
  • Cleveland Park 1 BR unit in a brick Beaux Arts building renovated in 2000 boasts an open floor plan, a large kitchen and a spacious bedroom.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is rarely seen in this section — a $2.5M 4-level townhouse in Stanton Park with 2,400+ square feet, including a beautiful wood rooftop deck with a built in grill and prep sink.

Coming Soon To Capitol Hill East

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Located at the corner of 14th and Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast, Blackbird will offer 167 trendy apartment residences with a variety of floorplan options from studio, one, two and three-bedroom layouts.

Residents will enjoy living in an amenity-rich Class-A building with concierge services, resident pool, fitness center and rooftop club room with sweeping city views of the Capitol and beyond.

On the ground level, the Neighborhood Restaurant Group will host The Roost, a dynamic culinary clubhouse with several food and beverage concepts designed for every palate.

The building is located just a block from Harris Teeter, Potomac Avenue Metro and a short walk from the restaurants and shops of Barracks Row and Eastern Market.

Leasing starting soon, learn more here. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram.

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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With 230+ open houses scheduled across the District this weekend, it appears the market is holding steady and there’s still plenty of options across every price point for those of you house hunting. Check out some of our suggested open houses below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 1793 Lanier Place NW #7 — $799,000 — Lanier Heights
    Open Sun. 12-3 p.m. — Melissa Terzis
    “Large 2 bedroom, 2 bath duplex in the heart of Adams Morgan in a boutique building” with a balcony and an upper level loft leading to a private roof deck.
  • 45 Sutton Square SW #1003 — $1,799,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 12-3 p.m. — Gerard Muskus
    Luxury 2 BR/2 BA unit at The Vio with both bedrooms, a balcony and the living room all facing the Waterfront with breathtaking views.
  • 1 Scott Circle NW #818 — $269,900 — Dupont Circle
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Robert Sabanosh
    1 BR top-floor unit at The General Scott with new kitchen appliances.
  • 3537 O Street SE — $599,000 — Penn Branch
    Open Sat. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Jackie Olewack
    “Nestled into a quaint street, this renovated 4 bedroom 3 bath home in the Penn Branch neighborhood combines a peaceful, friendly setting with coveted proximity to the city.”
  • 730 Webster Street NW #B — $835,000 — Petworth
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Robyn Porter
    Gorgeously renovated 3 BR/2.5 BA rowhome boasts 1,700 square feet across 2 levels, including a gourmet kitchen, fenced-in backyard and a rooftop deck.

Tired of Renting? Want to Buy a Home in 2020? FREE Workshop Saturday

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

  • February 8
  • March 7

The workshop is from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at our office at 2216 14th Street, NW. Multiple bus lines serve 14th Street and it’s a short walk to U-Street/Cardozo Metro Station (Green/Yellow Metro Line). Refreshments will be provided.

No obligation to buy… only to learn. Space is limited, sign up here.

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Last Chance! Gift Your Sweetheart a (Symbolic) Fennec Fox

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Time’s running out to give your beloved their very own fluffy fennec fox or clouded leopard.

Purchase a Friends of the National Zoo Adopt a Species package by midnight tonight to guarantee delivery by Valentine’s Day!

Is your sweetheart hundreds of miles away? No problem — packages can be shipped anywhere within the contiguous U.S., and shipping is free!

Sure, we’re talking about gifting symbolic, inanimate plush objects, rather than live animals. But as our animal care staff can assure you: the plushes are plenty cute and relatively low maintenance.

By purchasing an Adopt a Species package today, you’ll be showing your love not just for your Valentine, but also for conservation efforts at the Zoo and worldwide. And next time you visit the Zoo, you can see the resident fennec foxes, Daisy and Barkley, and the new clouded leopard cubs, Jilian and Paitoon!

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: February 5

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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: 1654-D Beekman Place NW

COMING SOON in the gated community of Beekman Place near Adams Morgan is this 2-story all brick AS-IS 2 BR/1.5 BA townhouse unit that features large, oversized windows, built-in shelving, hardwood floors, a fireplace, a private fenced rear patio and 2 unassigned parking lot spaces all in a prime downtown D.C. location with a WalkScore of 94.

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6 BR/6.5 BA Georgian in Kalorama Heights with 8k+ square feet, including an “attached indoor pool, pool house with bedroom and bathroom, private driveway and garage” all for the reasonable list price of $6.75M.
  • “Investor ALERT! Handyman Special! Here’s your chance to get into Brentwood with a [3 BR/1.5 BA] rehab. Will not last. As-Is Property.”
  • Gorgeous renovation of this Petworth 5 BR/3.5 BA row home boasts a luxury master suite, gourmet kitchen and a lower level with “rental potential with 2 BR/1 BA//Wet Bar/Separate Laundry + front & back entrance.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a renovated and well-maintained 1 BR unit in a boutique condo building in Brightwood, all at a great price!

Take Your Sweetie to Woo at the Zoo

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Tickets are selling fast! Reserve your spots today for Woo at the Zoo on Friday, February 14, from 7-10 p.m.

Learn all about dating, mating and procreating — in the animal kingdom, at least. Bring a special someone, grab a cocktail and dance the night away at a throwback ’80s prom.

Tickets include two hilarious, raunchy presentations on animal dating and mating. Hour-long sessions begin at 7:30 and 9 p.m. Choose your preferred session at checkout, but remember to come early and stay late — the dance party and other activities continue from 7 to 10 p.m.

Each hour-long session includes both talks, followed by a Q&A. The talks are:

Waddle I Do Without You: Penguin Speed Dating

Presented by Small Mammal House Curator Steven Sarro. When there are 100,000 potential mates to meet and everyone is wearing the same outfit, how does a penguin find its soulmate?

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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We’ve heard some people say the current housing inventory is low in the District, but there doesn’t seem to be a lack of open houses. With nearly 200 on the books for D.C. this weekend, there’s still plenty of options, you just have to get out and look! Check out some of our favorites below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 4222 8th Street NW #1 — $815,000 — Petworth
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Molly Branson
    RECENT $10k PRICE REDUCTION on this gorgeous 4 BR/4 BA town house with 2,200+ square feet across 2 levels, featuring an open main level floor plan, large oversized windows and a shared fenced-in backyard.
  • 45 Sutton Square SW #1009 — $3,000,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Mary Bazargan
    Luxury 3 BR/2.5 BA unit at The Vio at the Wharf “with panoramic views of East Potomac Park and the Northern Virginia skyline.”
  • 1279 Owen Place NE — $774,900 — Trinidad
    Open Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Deyi Awadallah
    “New finishes throughout including exposed brick and hardwood floors, a gourmet kitchen with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances with in-island microwave, a butler’s pantry, designer bathroom fixtures and accents, and much more.”
  • 730 Webster Street NW #B — $835,000 — Petworth
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Robyn Porter
    Completely renovated 3 BR/2.5 BA rowhome has been modernized from top-to-bottom with a welcoming front porch, private rooftop deck and a fenced-in backyard with grass space, a patio and off-street parking.
  • 3932 Burns Place SE — $360,000 — Fort Dupont
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Malik Tuma
    3 BR/3.5 BA brick Colonial with a “newly updated kitchen with all new appliances and baths, refinished hardwood floors, finished basement with bonus room and more!”

Listing of the Day: 906 Gallatin Street NW Unit 402

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Address: 906 Gallatin Street NW, Unit 402
Neighborhood: Petworth
Listed: $481,900
Open: Saturdays & Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Weekdays by appointment.

Sleekly designed and priced at an incredible value, The Gallatin’s new 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condominiums are now selling in the Petworth community.

Each home is a corner unit with abundant natural light and an open layout from kitchen to living room. Modern finishes, such as quartz kitchen countertops, marble tile and flooring in both bathrooms, and glass tiled backsplashes in select kitchens are complimented with exposed iron beams and a soft palette of gray hues for a slightly industrial accent.

In the center of The Gallatin’s two buildings is a beautifully landscaped outdoor courtyard that connects to an elevated social area with seating and a grill for entertaining or lounging. Private storage units, security with intercom and a bike shelter are also included. To learn more or schedule a tour, contact Jay Zelaska of Smith | Schnider at 202-792-0070. Visit: TheGallatinDC.com.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: January 29

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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: 411 Mellon Street SE #2

This 2 BR/2 BA is one of “only three units remain[ing] in Congress Row! Each unit features designer finishes, stainless steel appliances, quartz counters (easy to clean!), slow-close cabinetry, wood floors and recessed lighting. There is a shared garden & yard. Parking is available for an additional charge. W/D hook-ups in each unit. Low condo fee! Close to Bolling Air Force Base, Congress Heights Metro and St. Elizabeths! This unit comes with an extra storage unit!!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a gigantic 4-story 11 BR/12 FB/5 HB Villa in Forest Hills that boasts 16,800+ square feet and features a “professional wine cellar, state-of-the-art gym, complete spa with sauna, steam and massage room, hot tub, game room, secure safe room, pet washing station, oversized in-ground garage for eight cars with security” and an electric charging station as well as a “heated swimming pool and pool house” all for the meager price of $15M.
  • Completely renovated 5 BR/3.5 BA Petworth interior rowhome with an open main level floor plan also includes a fully-finished lower level with a bedroom suite and kitchenette ideal for a guest or in-law suite.
  • True 1 BR unit at The General Scott, an amenity-rich building in the heart of Downtown D.C. includes 24-hour concierge, bike room, extra storage and a 2k square foot green roof with panoramic views of the District.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a gorgeous and seemingly perfect 1 BR/1 BA unit at Capitol HIll Tower in Navy Yard.
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