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Real Estate Fresh Finds: February 2

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

Featured Property of the Week: 3414 Rodman Street NW

“Perfectly nestled on a quiet side-street in the heart of Cleveland Park, 3414 Rodman Street NW is a classic porch-front farmhouse. With original wavy pane glass windows (including six over six, six over one, and three over one windows), French doors, built-ins, brass doorknobs, and original hardwood floors, this home is filled with historic details yet is fully updated for modern living. The front yard, with mature plantings, leads to a welcoming front porch which is ideal for relaxing while enjoying the beautiful views of Rodman Street. The formal foyer greets you as you enter the home and opens to the living room which is bathed in sunlight and is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace. The dining room is open to the formal dining room and features a charming custom built-in bench and two exposures overlooking the garden. The updated, eat-in kitchen provides crisp cream-white cabinets (with built-in draw organizers), white quartz counters, a farmhouse sink, gas cooking and stainless appliances. The breakfast nook overlooks the peaceful rear garden and has a custom built-in bookcase for cookbooks or extra storage. There is direct access to the back yard through the breakfast room. The large, level and fully-fenced backyard is surrounded by and anchored by large, majestic trees. A detached one-car garage currently acts as a large storage shed but could be returned to use as parking. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms, with original heart pine floors and paneled doors — further lending to the home’s character. The primary bedroom is oversized, with two closets and private access to a balcony overlooking the backyard. The ceramic tile full bath has an original medicine cabinet and window. The lower level provides a third bedroom with en-suite updated bath and private entrance to the rear garden.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is “an exceedingly rare opportunity for investors and developers to purchase approximately 25,000+ square feet (per public records) and private parking for 16 cars in the heart of the historic ‘east village’ of Georgetown,” for the whopping price of $14M.
  • “STUNNING, BRIGHT, SUNNY 2 LEVEL PARK VIEW RESIDENCE WITH 3 OUTDOOR LIVING DECKS + SKYLIGHTS GALORE + RESERVED PARKING. Quiet one way neighborhood street without noisy through traffic.”
  • 4 BR/3.5 BA Petworth interior row home with 4 levels features front and rear entrances, a front porch, fully finished lower level, a rear patio and deck with a fenced-in backyard.
  • Your Auction Property of the Week is a 3 BR/2.5 BA AS-IS detached home in Brightwood with bidding currently ongoing and the auction winner is responsible for evicting the current residents.

“I Felt Like They Really Cared About Me and My Car….”

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Nothing makes us happier than client feedback like this. Delivering a new kind of car repair and maintenance is exactly why we started CarCare To Go. Below is more of that Google review and you can see the rest of our reviews here.

I had a wonderful experience with CarCare To Go and will not only use them again but recommend them to others! They were exactly as advertised — fair and transparent with their pricing and communication, professional, easy and courteous. I felt like they really cared about me and my car and establishing a good, long-term relationship. I also loved the thorough inspection report, including the videos the service tech took as he walked through the issues/concerns with the areas needing repairs. Many thanks to John A., Brian, John P. and Roxi! — Misty

To celebrate the love we have for our clients, CarCare To Go is extending our January offer for an oil change for just $20.22 until February 14. No catch. Synthetic or blend for any make or model car. The only rule is that you have to book your service this month before February 14. Use code 2022 when you book.

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Omicron Is on the Decline — Book Your Living Wage Cleaning!

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Dear PoPville readers,

This winter has been rough.

Due to Omicron, many of our family, friends and neighbors got sick, and our hospitals were filled to capacity. And by overlapping with the holiday season, I know that many of us missed out on doing things we wanted to do and seeing people we wanted to see.

Thankfully, according to a recent NPR segment, it looks like we are turning a corner. In fact, according to the New York Times’ tracker for the District of Columbia, pictured below, cases are down 78% in the last two weeks. As case counts decrease as rapidly as they ascended, many of us are thinking through what we feel comfortable doing now and how to best enjoy our lives again.

Screenshot courtesy The New York Times

If one thing you’ve been missing is your regular home cleaning, Well-Paid Maids is here for you and still doing everything in our power to be as COVID-safe as possible. Our cleaners are still wearing masks to every job, we are still asking customers to be masked when sharing space with them, and our staff is still 100% fully vaccinated with a rolling booster mandate in effect as cleaners become eligible.

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Local Florist Volanni Accepting Valentine’s Orders

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Hey, heads up: Valentine’s Day is two weeks away. (Yeah, it has a special way of creeping up.)

It’s going to be difficult to treat your admirer to a romanic dinner out or a fun experience this year (RIP concerts), so why not go back to the basics and surprise them with flowers?

Instead of calling up one of those national florists and ordering a generic arrangement, shop local and order a unique bouquet from D.C.-based florist Volanni.

Michael Lanni, the artist behind these beautiful bouquets, is offering Valentine’s Day arrangements. You’ll find way more options than your classic red roses, too. (There’s even a “showy, elegant” arrangement called the Petworth.) Ultimately, Volanni is made up of artists and flowers are the medium.

So if you want to support local and surprise your special person with some flowers this Valentine’s Day, shop Volanni’s arrangements and place your order online by February 11 at 11 a.m.

More Than Just an Officer

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More than ever, police departments are looking to broaden their experience base by hiring a diverse workforce — not just diverse in terms of race, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation, but also in educational experience.

MPD requires at least 60 college credits to join the Department and a large majority of officers joining the force have a four-year degree. To reach an audience with diverse skillsets, MPD has moved away from traditional recruiting videos that show action-packed, tactical operations, by specialized units, and is now focusing on the personal story of officers and their everyday experiences.

Recent MPD videos showcase an officer who saved nine lives through the use of tactical emergency casualty care, an officer who joined MPD because they saw diversity and representation within the ranks, an MPD cadet reciting their original poetry, and a call to action to be the change you want to see in a video called “Their Eyes.”

MPD is actively hiring and searching for the next generation of DC Police. Learn more at www.joinmpd.dc.gov.

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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The District has 230+ open houses scheduled this weekend, from studio condos to huge detached homes, there’s something for everyone’s home buying journey. Check out our favorites below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 3131 Fort Lincoln Drive NE — $925,000 — Fort Lincoln
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Mark Bertini
    “You won’t want to miss this perfectly situated home and its unique and unparalleled views of our city that include the Washington Monument, National Cathedral, National Basilica and of course the Fourth of July Fireworks Show every summer from your main floor and Rooftop Balconies. With four levels of living space and gleaming hardwood floors throughout, all of which have Bluetooth music capability built-in, both inside the home and out on every floor and balcony along with an Intercom System that allows you to communicate with everyone in the home without running up and down the stairs or having to shout. This home affords 4 Bedrooms and 4.5 Baths with every bedroom carpeted and having its own private bathroom and feel of privacy.”
  • 5912 9th Street NW #3 — $395,000 — Brightwood
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. Daniel Llerena
    “Welcome to 5912 9th St NW #3, Washington, D.C. 20011. This cozy 2 bed 2 bath is perfect for buyers wanting a true turn-key home minutes from parks, shops and dining. The home features an open floor plan, updated floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, renovated bathrooms, freshly painted, high ceilings, skylights, washer and dryer in unit, front and back entrance, and best of all pet friendly. Don’t miss out on an amazing opportunity to own this spectacular unit.”
  • 1206 Oates Street NE — $800,000 — Trinidad
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Bobby Cato
    “Fully updated 3 BR, 2.5 BA in the heart of Trinidad. This sun filled home features a gourmet kit with center island, granite countertops, SS ENERGYSTAR appliances and black out shades throughout. Upper level has front facing primary bedroom suite w/oversized closet.”
  • 1514 17th Street NW #311 — $249,000 — Dupont
    Open Sat. 10 a.a.-12 p.m. — Shana Webb
    PRICE REDUCTION: “This wide open studio is available in this infamous Harry Wardman build. The Copley Plaza is located in the heart of Dupont Circle and just steps away from grocery stores, bars, Michelin star restaurants, metros, EVERYTHING. Own a slice of history at a bargain price! This is the largest studio in the building and makes a perfect home or pied-à-terre away from home.”
  • 525 Water Street SW #319 — $899,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Brent Jackson
    “A modern luxury 2bed | 2bath condo tucked away on a quiet street with stunning SW Waterfront Park views will leave you breathless. Welcome to this inviting open floor plan, equipped with a generously-apportioned kitchen featuring European cabinetry, quartz countertops, Bosh appliances, and a sizable island perfect for entertaining guests.”
  • 1111 Allison Street NW — $965,000 — Petworth
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Wayne Johnson
    “Fabulous, 4-level, yellow-brick row house with PARKING in popular Petworth! South-facing front PORCH overlooking a lovely tree-lined street. Front and rear entrances to a beautiful, fully finished lower level with family room, bathroom and bedroom. From the inviting front porch enter the main level featuring a charming living room with exquisite decorative fireplace, a separate dining room open to an updated gourmet kitchen with BREAKFAST BAR.”

The Enclave at Aylors Overlook Brings Iconic Homes to Falls Church

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Presenting The Enclave at Aylors Overlook: a private community of 16 brand-new, single-family homes from Madison Homes, a leader in developing high-end boutique communities. These are not ordinary homes and this is not an ordinary location.

Central to everything, Aylors Overlook is adjacent to charming Downtown Falls Church and less than 10 minutes from the more cosmopolitan shopping and dining of both Tysons and the Mosaic District. The W&OD Trail is right across the street and access to Metro, Route 7, I-66, and I-495 easily connect you to everywhere in the D.C. Metro area and beyond.

With 4-7 bedrooms, 3.5-5.5 baths, and 2-car garages, the homes at Aylors Overlook rewrite the meaning of the word luxury. Each space is exceptional, light-filled and refined. And it all starts with the front entrance.

Front steps and porches crafted from bluestone lead to a majestic 42″ wide, 8′ tall front door, reminding you how different and special your Aylors Overlook home really is. Through the door, you’ll find a home expertly designed and finished for today’s modern family living.

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Five Reasons to Become a Tutor in a DC School

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The ongoing pandemic has taken a toll on all of us, particularly on students furthest from opportunity. Tutoring has been proven as one of the most effective ways to help students supplement math and literacy skills learned in the classroom.

By volunteering as a tutor, you will bring back the human connection, attention and support D.C. students need to succeed.

Check out five reasons why you should volunteer as a tutor in D.C.:

  1. Connect with students — Form bonds that will keep you coming back every week. You’ll quickly see how the students can impact your life as well.
  2. Engage with your community — Meet others who are also passionate about making a difference.
  3. Use your knowledge — Miss your geometry class? Not really using that English degree? Put your passion and skills to good use.
  4. Tutoring is convenient and flexible — CityTutor DC partners offer both virtual and in-person tutoring options to impact the next generation of leaders in D.C.
  5. Gain new skills — Receive training on how to tutor students with a special emphasis on catering to each individual student’s needs.

Organizations throughout D.C. are recruiting hundreds of tutors — sign up with CityTutor DC to be matched with one!

Real Estate Fresh Finds: January 26

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

Featured Property of the Week: 1215 10th Street NW #2

“Your own PRIVATE 550 sq. ft. PATIO, PATIO, PATIO at 1215 10th Street NW #2 in the heart of thriving Logan Circle/Shaw. This sophisticated, approximately 700 sf one bed/1 bath (new in 2018) condo offers an updated quartz and stainless steel kitchen and recently (2018) sanded and stained floors. You’ll love the high ceilings, exposed brick, excellent closets, and in-unit washer/dryer all in the heart of D.C.’s most dynamic neighborhood. Steps to Blagden Alley, 2 Blocks to Mt Vernon/Convention Center Metro. Whether you’re looking to grocery shop at Giant on 9th, or Whole Foods on P, sip a coffee or a Kalua, chomp down on sweets or more sophisticated treats you’re just steps away from all. This well designed turn-key home offers the rare opportunity to live and work indoors and outdoors in the heart of D.C. Come see for yourself ASAP!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a huge 6 BR/6 FB/2 HB detached Georgetown home with 7,800+ square feet spread across 4 levels and features 4 fireplaces, a library, wine cellar, parking for up to 8 cars, a private rear patio and a luxurious owner’s suite with its own balcony, a spa-style ensuite bath and a large dressing room — all for $13M.
  • “Completely renovated and updated, don’t miss out on this opportunity to purchase this newly FULLY renovated and meticulously redesigned two-level [Petworth] penthouse condo with parking featuring 3 bedrooms/3.5-bathrooms.”
  • This “super clean and spacious three level townhouse with updated kitchen and baths” as well as a 1-car garage. Modern appliances, in-unit washer/dryer and hardwood floors.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a 2 BR/2 BA condo in Park View/Columbia Heights has been updated with a modern look, stainless steel appliances, usb outlets and more.

Coffee With Coleman: Should I Skip a Home Inspection?

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Welcome to Coffee with Coleman! I’m John Coleman, and in this feature, I’ll cover real estate topics in fun and easy-to-digest video breakdowns. If there’s a topic you are interested in hearing more about, feel free to comment on the video and/or reach out to me directly.

The market is heating up so the topic of waiving your home inspection is in hot debate.

In this week’s video, we explore exactly that and what you need to be thinking about as you’re moving through the offer process.

Most Thursdays I host a livestream at 6 p.m. to cover a lot of the nuts and bolts of the home-buying process. Sign up here to learn more: www.learntobuydc.com. 

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