In a surprising turn of events, despite it being a holiday weekend, there are still more than 300 open houses scheduled across the District. Throw on those onesies or cat ears and get out to find your next home and maybe there will even be some candy at the open houses! Check out our favorites below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 3475 Holmead Place NW #3 — $875,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Molly Branson
    “Spectacular semi-detached Victorian, two level condominium with 3 BR/2.5 BA over 1,550 sq. ft. This top level unit boasts exposed brick, windows on three sides, two outdoor spaces, hardwood flooring and off street parking. Designer eat-in kitchen with beautiful light cabinetry, pendant lighting, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The large living room invites the light in through a fabulous bay window adjoining the dining room with abundant space for holiday entertaining. Primary bedroom comes with an ensuite bath, standing shower and jacuzzi tub. Upper-level bedroom has views of the National Cathedral. Just steps to all the fun restaurants on 11th and 14th, Giant, the Columbia Heights metro and more!”
  • 1402 Half Street SW — $735,000 — Navy Yard
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Caroline Kern
    “Welcome to this beautiful 2 bedroom home featuring gorgeous hardwood floors throughout and an open floor plan. The main level features a renovated kitchen, a half bath, laundry, gorgeous living area and a fenced patio.”
  • 1007 Maryland Avenue NE #304 — $449,900 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — Mandy Hursen & Tim Hursen Jr.
    “Sunny penthouse with tree top views. 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Laundry in unit. Wonderful opportunity to own in a well run, boutique building with low fees.”
  • 1111 25th Street NW #518 — $370,000 — West End/Foggy Bottom
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Kerri Murphy
    “Located in West End, this beautiful studio at the Atlas Condominiums is great for any urban dweller. Upon entering unit 518, you are greeted by a foyer that features vinyl flooring leading into the spacious open plan living space great for entertaining. The kitchen boasts granite counters, a stainless-steel fridge, gas range, built in microwave and ceramic tile flooring.”
  • 1402 Massachusetts Avenue SE — $1,049,000 — Hill East
    Open Sun. 12-3 p.m. — Chris Hardgrave
    “$200k price reduction! Just one block off of Lincoln Park, this gorgeous 2,100+ sq. ft. semi-detached Federal is perfectly positioned and tastefully updated for today’s buyer. With 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, open floor plan, high ceilings and parking, this property can’t be missed!”
  • 1206 Oates Street NE — $800,000 — Trinidad
    Open Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Bobby Cato
    “Fully updated 3 BR, 2.5 BA in the heart of Trinidad. This sun filled home features a gourmet kit w/center island, granite countertops, SS ENERGYSTAR appliances and black out shades throughout. Upper level has a front facing primary bedroom suite w/oversized closet. Very sizable 2nd & 3rd BRs that share a hall bath w/ceramic and glass tile accents. The home is GOLD Certified Energy Efficient and has many high performing features including its forced air ducts, attic insulation, attic hatch, air sealing and windows. Rear patio w/one off-street parking space.”

Be apart of the generation that’s building equity and wealth through homeownership. ⁠Start your home buying journey with our free, fun and informative First Time Home Buyer Workshop on November 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.⁠

Learn your mortgage loan options and ask questions to local mortgage lenders. ⁠Also, learn the benefits of hiring a real estate agent and ways to make a winning offer from GreenLine Real Estate agents.

For your convenience, our workshops are virtual and free of charge. A Zoom link to our video conference will be available to those who sign up.

Visit GreenLineRE.com/homebuyerworkshop for more information and free registration. No obligation to buy… only to learn.

Don’t forget to check out our Home Buying Tips Blog for home buying tips and money saving strategies.

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What better place for a Halloween matinee concert than amid the neo-gothic splendor of the Washington National Cathedral?

On Sunday, October 31, at 4 p.m. — All Hallows Eve! — ” the spiritual home for the nation” will be the scene of a concert of creepy classical classics called “A Concert for Halloween.” (The early start time is brilliant; still time to take the kids door-to-door, if that’s your thing.)

Spooky selections include Johann Sebastian Bach’s “terrifying” Toccata and Fugue in D minor (heard in movies from “The Phantom of the Opera” to “Rollerball”), Henry Purcell’s Dido & Aeneas Act II: The Cave (including the evil screaming sorceress), and famed black composer Eugene W. Hancock’s intense musical interpretation of The Wrath of God.

In all, eight international works by composers ranging from Arvo Part (Nunc Dimitis) to Eriks Ensenvalds (In Felix Ego) will be performed by Cathedral organist, Tom Sheehan, and the instrumental and vocal ensemble of Cathedra, co-directed by Michael McCarthy and Daniel Lee.

In-person tickets start at $45 and can be purchased online. The concert will also be available online! Tickets for the online viewing are now available.

The Cathedral is at 3101 Wisconsin Avenue NW.


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: 1260 Neal Street NE

“Wonderful and airy Federal townhome with southern exposures in the middle of it all. This home is move-in ready, and it comes with the original newly refinished hardwood floors on the entire main and second levels. Custom kitchen cabinetry and beautiful quartzite countertops, plus stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors, enjoy the ample mudroom outback. The second floor boasts ample bedrooms and a full bathroom. The lower level comes with luxury waterproof vinyl floors, exposed brick, and front and back entrance. Wonderful patio out back and space vegetable garden on this deep lot plus you get your own parking spot. Conveniently located across the recreation center and within minutes to all H Street corridor, Union Market and Downtown D.C. have to offer. Property to be transferred in AS IS condition, inspections welcome and encouraged.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6 BR/6 FB/2 HB detached Colonial in Berkley with 10.5k square feet spread across 3 levels, boasting a 3-car garage, 4 fireplaces, a home gym, wine cellar and a heated black-bottom pool — all for $6.95M.
  • Large 6 BR/3 FB/2 HB ” Expansive Wardman style 4 level end unit row home [was] once upon a time a rooming house” with “attached garage parking and a lower-level rental apartment.”
  • “This spacious [2 BR/2 BA] corner unit located in the boutique condominium, Berkeley House in the exciting Petworth neighborhood, boasts plenty of natural light. The open floor plan allows for easy entertaining. The kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar. Both bedrooms have direct access to their own bathrooms.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a 2 BR/1 BA “major rehab needed” detached Colonial in Grant Park that appears someone started some demolition indoors and needs an investor to complete the demo and rebuild from the ground up.

Two members of the National Domestic Workers Alliance speak at a recent company picnic.

Well-Paid Maids, a living-wage home cleaning company, is known for paying its employees (not contractors!) fair wages of at least $20 an hour.

It’s also known for providing employees great benefits. We’re talking health, dental and vision insurance; 22 paid days off per year; and 100% employer-paid commuting costs.

And it recently added a new employee benefit to the roster: A free membership to the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA), an advocacy organization promoting and protecting the rights of domestic workers in the U.S.

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Is it possible that you have too many books? At Pete’s Reads, we can’t decide that for you and we’re certainly not here to judge.

If you’re considering donating books, we can pick them up and most likely pay you for some of them — or we can make a donation to a local non-profit. Since 2018, we’ve given thousands of dollars to individuals and local organizations.

Books from any genre are welcome and Pete’s Reads pays on average $2 to $8 dollars for accepted books.

Are you ready to pare down the shelves, make some extra space or finally clear those books from your floor? Go to Pete’s Reads for more information or to schedule a pickup.

You can also text “Books” to 202-997-3091 for more information!

Interested in fundraising opportunities? Contact Pete’s Reads for dedicated fundraisers for schools and organizations.


We’ve got a massive weekend of open houses with more than 400 scheduled across the District. Whether you are in the market for a studio condo or a giant detached home, there are plenty of options for homebuyers of all price ranges. Take a look at our favorites below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 530 Quintana Place NW — $699,900 — Brightwood
    Open Sat.& Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Molly Branson
    “Three-bedroom, three full bath semi-detached home with off street parking in sought after Brightwood! 530 Quintana sits on a quiet tree-lined street. This home has enormous appeal! Adorned and beautiful, solid wood doors and framed windows with original trim and hardware, wrought iron balusters and light colored, hardwood floors throughout the main and upper levels maintain the character and appeal of this home built in 1935. Enter and you will be struck by the light-filled spaciousness of the open living room and dining room floor plan. Kitchen with light gray cabinetry, island, stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, gas range and pendant lighting. Off the kitchen is a sunroom, perfect as a workspace, library or room to relax and let the outdoor seasons shine in. The upper level has a primary bedroom with exceptionally high vaulted ceilings and a striking bathroom with black tiled flooring and a frameless shower. The large second bedroom sits next to the hall bath, which boasts honeycomb floor tile and bright wall tile surrounding the tub. The lower level is bright with white ceramic tile floors as you travel through the family/TV room, bedroom, full bath, laundry and storage room. There is a lower-level walk-out to a fenced-in patio deck for entertaining, grilling or reading a book under the D.C. city skyline. Off street parking for one car on the rear parking pad. A true gem in a quiet neighborhood, this home is walkable to shops, grocery stores (plus Whole Foods coming in 2022!), parks & playgrounds, restaurants, the Takoma Park Farmer’s Market, and public transportation.”
  • 233 S Street NE #1 — $644,000 — Eckington
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — Nicole Roeberg
    “Come home to this spacious 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath condo with a dedicated walk-up entrance in the vibrant Eckington neighborhood. Built in 2015, natural light fills the condo through an abundance of windows in all rooms. The open concept floor plan comes complete with a perfect work from home space or reading nook off of the living room.”
  • 2818 Connecticut Avenue NW #5 — $599,000 — Woodley Park
    Open Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Ellen Klein
    “IMAGINE! Your own private entrance(s) to your 2bedroom, 2 bath condo on renowned Connecticut Avenue in the sought after Woodley Park/Garfield” and “features  maple floors, Jenn-Air appliances, European Style Contemporary, Porcelonosa tiled baths, full sized W/D & Elfa Closet Systems.”
  • 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue SE #203 — $375,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sun. 1-2:30 p.m. — Brian Thomas
    “Bright modern Jr. one bedroom at The One-Five Condominium! Open living concept featuring loads of light and designer finishes, Bosch appliances, Quartz counters, custom cabs, Juliet Balcony, with wide plank wood flooring throughout, closet with organizer and W/D. A few building amenities to expect are bike storage as well as Panoramic roof-top views of the Capitol and beyond.”
  • 1246 Irving Street NW — $949,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Kevin Wood
    “You’ll love this majestic 1911 townhouse with its high ceilings, glowing original hardwood floors, early 20th century fireplaces, grand staircase and modern updates like central air and heat, stainless appliances. Adding to the house’s appeal is a basement in-law suite with front and back entrances, kitchen, bedroom area, a separate office space and garden in the rear.”

Join us for our safe, drive-through electronics recycling event at Audi Field, and be part of a ‘double-green’ community effort.

ForestPlanet is working with an R2 certified recycling firm that has years of experience in the proper disposal of electronic devices, including computers, monitors, scanners, printers, cell phones, fax machines and so on. There is a nominal per-item disposal fee, e.g., $4.50 per laptop. This fee guarantees that a significant amount of mercury and other dangerous materials will never end up in a landfill or burned on some distant shore.

ForestPlanet, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting reforestation projects all over the world, and will plant 10 trees for each load of electronics items received.

Special thanks to D.C. United for hosting this event, and to Audi of America for helping support this initiative. We’re grateful for additional support received from Ecoprint, The Rounds and Utility Advisor.

More information and pre-registration at: https://treecycle002.eventbrite.com

When: Sunday, October 24, 12-4 p.m.
Where: Audi Field, 100 Potomac Avenue SW Washington, D.C.  20024


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: 1246 Irving Street NW

“Welcome home to 1246 Irving Street NW! You’ll love this majestic 1911 townhouse with its high ceilings, glowing original hardwood floors, early 20th century fireplaces, grand staircase and modern updates like central air and heat, stainless appliances. Adding to the house’s appeal is a basement in-law suite with front and back entrances, kitchen, bedroom area, a separate office space and garden in the rear. There are four large bedrooms upstairs (two with balconies big enough for tables and chairs) along with two updated full bathrooms. The main level features a sizable sitting room and separate dining room with built-in china cabinets. The kitchen features a dishwasher, new fridge, gas range and tons of storage. French doors lead to a large balcony off the dining room. This utterly charming house is a block to the Columbia Heights Metro, Target, Starbucks, Cava and Giant. A block in the other direction and you’re on 11th St with its array of restaurants and shops including Odd Provisions, The Coupe, Bad Saint, Makan, Queen’s English, El Chucho, Wonderland and more!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 4 BR/4 FB/2 HB luxury penthouse at the Ritz Carlton with 6,500+ square feet and is a “one-of-a-kind penthouse” with only 2 photos, so if you are in the elite few actually able to buy this condo, you can see the full extent of the unit’s luxuriousness and its 2,800 sq. ft. private terrace — all for $7.85M.
  • 4 BR/3.5 BA Petworth Dutch-style home has 2,200+ square feet of living space as well as a three-tiered rear deck with a hot tub.
  • Updated 2 BR/2 BA Capitol Hill/H Street townhouse with a separately metered lower level gives the new owner an opportunity for an income-generating rental unit while the owner lives upstairs.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a 2 BR/2 BA condo with front and rear entrances and will clearly need a total renovation based on its AS-IS condition.

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.

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