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Apartment Hunting Online? Vibes this Good Demand to be Experienced IRL!

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The Clifton DC is an unconventional apartment home community currently offering studio and two bedrooms for people who want to live life with passion in unconventional ways. Be here. Hang here. Meet people here. Live truly.

Creative and Custom Residences.

The Clifton is designed for the next generation of apartment living. Aria Development Group conducted a study with a group of Harvard Business School students to truly cater to how people want to live and shape their life experiences in their homes.

Those recommendations were combined with what the Aria team has learned developing thoughtfully designed apartments in D.C., Brooklyn and Miami to manifest this cutting-edge, yet boutique style community. The Clifton offers a unique opportunity to bask in everything 14th and U Street have to offer while being perched above all the action on a quiet, tree-lined side street. A truly beautiful balance.

Social Spaces that are Green and Serene

Designed to achieve LEED Silver designation, The Clifton features a green roof, high-efficiency windows and insulation, energy-efficient thermostats and extensive use of recycled and/or regional construction materials. Low-carbon transportation is the wave encouraged with free three-year car-sharing and Capital Bikeshare memberships, as well as bicycle storage.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: November 13

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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: 808 Quintana Place NW

“This exceptional Colonial soaked in natural light invites the sunshine in. The home has enormous appeal and a modern flair with a circular floor plan that provides a quiet ambiance for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious, open living room, kitchen and dining room hold contemporary charm with French doors opening to a back office or sunroom.

Dark walnut colored hardwoods, 9 foot ceilings, crown molding, recessed lighting and a wood burning fireplace grace the main level. Three bedrooms and two full baths are on the upper level along with a front-loading washer and a dryer. The owner’s suite bath showcases designer tile, fixtures and a frameless surround shower with a rain tower, stone tile and a deep soaking tub.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 15k+ square foot 8 BR/8 FB/5 HB Wesley Heights brick home with a huge pool, a library, playroom, gym room and a full separate guest house all for the reasonable price of $14.9M.
  • 2 BR/2 BA Benning Ridge three level end-unit row home with a fully finished basement, a fenced-in rear yard and parking for 2+ cars.
  • Spacious and bright newly converted 3 BR/3 BA Petworth 2-level condo with hardwood floors throughout.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a slightly outdated 6 BR detached home in Crestwood that just needs a little paint, fresh carpeting and a new kitchen.

Plan B for Stranded Commuters: A Free Ride Home, Thanks to Commuter Connections

By PoP Sponsor (a)

Commuters who share their daily rides with car or vanpools at least twice a week sometimes worry about how they’ll get home if the day’s driver suddenly can’t drive.

The car breaks down, the driver has to work overtime, or they leave early because of an illness — their own or a family member — are all very likely scenarios facing commuters.

But Commuter Connections “Guaranteed Ride Home Program” takes the worry out of the equation by offering up to four free rides a year when an unexpected emergency arises. The idea behind the concept is to encourage more ridesharing to help alleviate traffic congestion, environmental damage and other traffic-related impacts by assuring a free ride home.

The same offer is made to those who use other regional commuter travel options like transit or bicycling. Staying late for unscheduled overtime? No worries, you still have a ride home.

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Listing of the Day: 906 Gallatin Street NW Unit #203

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Address: 906 Gallatin Street, NW Unit #203
Neighborhood: Petworth
Listed: $465,900
Open: Saturday & 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.

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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New Pop-up Experience Brings Alaska’s Wilderness to DC

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From Friday, November 8 through Monday, November 11, experience Alaska’s wilderness without ever leaving D.C.

Through an immersive 4D experience, the Arctic Refuge Experience. Step in. Step up. takes you on a journey through a year in the Arctic Refuge. With over 66 million pixels of projected video, 20 channels of sound, custom scents, atmospheric elements and tactile sensations, prepare to be awed by America’s last great wilderness and get up close and personal with herds of caribou, arctic foxes, migratory birds and polar bears.

This limited-run Experience will also introduce you to new threats to this majestic region. After decades of protection, the Arctic Refuge — one of the few undeveloped places on Earth and a sacred place for the Gwich’in people — is about to be opened to oil drilling. After enveloping yourself in the magic of the Arctic Refuge, you’ll be able to join a movement to fight back against Big Oil and defend this incredible land.

100% of net proceeds from this event will go to the Gwich’in Steering Committee and Gwich’in Youth Council. 

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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With 300+ open houses scheduled across the District this weekend, the supposed market slow hasn’t happened to D.C. yet. Check out some of our suggested open houses below and to see the full list, click here.

  • 1826 18th Street NW — $1,475,000 — Dupont Circle
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Jami Rankin
    “Stunning 1880 TH across from Lauriol Plaza was completely renovated in 2014. Features include ironwork fence, gate & entry stairs, exposed brick walls, wood floors, stainless & granite kitchen, 4 updated full baths, lower level in-law suite & rear fenced patio & 2-car parking.”
  • 1629 L Street NE #306 — $399,000 — Carver/Langston
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Jason Martin
    Spacious and bright 2 BR/2 BA unit in terrific quality isn’t even 10 years old.
  • 808 Quintana Place NW — $769,000 — Brightwood
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-3 p.m. — Melinda Schnare
    “This exceptional Colonial soaked in natural light invites the sunshine in. The home has enormous appeal and a modern flair with a circular floor plan that provides a quiet ambiance for relaxing or entertaining.”
  • 1704 Massachusetts Avenue SE — $898,000 — Hill East
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Tom Faison
    3 BR/2.5 BA Craftsman has a seemingly superb interior, if only the photos weren’t so small and grainy this renovation would shine.
  • 2506 Hurston Lane NE #G — $504,900 — Fort Lincoln
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Josh Oliver
    “This inviting, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom ENERGY STAR Certified townhouse unit in The Villages at Dakota Crossing was built in December 2012 and boasts tasteful, high end finishes throughout.”

Learn How to Buy a Home at a Free 2 Hour Workshop This 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 amazing workshop.

  • November 9
  • December 7
  • January 11

All workshops are 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.

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Master Your Future In Cybersecurity

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The ever-evolving “security threat landscape” and changes in user behavior and IT infrastructure require IT professionals to keep their knowledge up to date and stay on top of the latest trends and developments.

Earning a 100% online Master of Information Technology with a specialization in cybersecurity from Virginia Tech can help individuals meet these heightened demands in a number of ways.

Ranked the #1 online master’s degree for cybersecurity by Cyberdegrees.org, and one of the top 3 online graduate IT programs nationwide by U.S. News and World Report, Virginia Tech’s VT-MIT program takes a unique approach to specialized education.

Core courses in areas such as information systems design, elec­tronic commerce, software engineering and computer programming help students master technical expertise in a business context. After completing these core courses, degree students can choose to specialize in cybersecurity.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: November 6

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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: 1633 Kalmia Road NW

Back on the market, is this “absolute must-see. Nothing like it on the market! This traditional [5 BR/6.5 BA] home has been completely transformed and now features an open floor plan with contemporary finishes throughout. Nestled in the beautiful and sought after Colonial Village neighborhood. 3 fully finished levels. Over 3,500 square feet of living space. “In-law suite” features a 28′ x 15′ recreation room complete with a fully-equipped second kitchen and state-of-the-art appliances. Private backyard offers stone patio and expansive 20′ x 16′ Trex deck with outdoor lighting, off-street AND garage parking.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

Virginia Tech Offers Dual Degree MBA and IT Master in DC Area

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In today’s digital age, as technology drives innovation throughout the enterprise, business acumen and technology expertise are emerging as essential skills.

At the same time, traditional functional roles are blurring, creating a blended business environment where IT leaders must embrace more business-oriented responsibilities and line of business leaders must find their way around sophisticated and complex technology systems. Only through education can these professionals gain the necessary skills and expertise to keep pace with this evolving business landscape. But it shouldn’t have to come at the cost of a full-time position.

Virginia Tech’s dual Master’s degree in business administration and information technology (MBA + MIT) is based in the D.C. area and can help professionals gain the experience, expertise and advantages they need to succeed in a blended business environment. Here’s how:

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