Rental of the Day

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Shaw/LeDroit Park

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 5th and Florida Ave, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This is a great find….2 bedroom/2 bath top floor flat…only 3 units in the building. 2 blocks to the metro in the cool LeDroit Park area. Flat features central air; jet bathtubs in both baths; granite counter tops; modern appliances; washer/dryer in the unit; and a great open living space floor plan. Will be available November 1 for move-in. If you would like to come to the open house please contact me for exact location.”

$2050 for this 2 bed/2 bath sound right?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Dupont/U St

By Prince Of Petworth


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Beautiful Art Deco Building with a fenced in lawn. Small, but quaint studio in the heart of Dupont. Walking distance to both Dupont and U street metros (10 mins each)

Studio includes an installed murphy bed, plantation shutters over two picturesque windows, a separate small eat in kitchen with stainless appliances and a full bathroom. Some furniture is provided, including a couch, a dresser, a pantry and a table and chairs from Crate and Barrell that seats 4. Coin laundry onsite in basement. Parking and utilities are not included.

First months rent and a $1350 security deposit will be due on signing of lease. Will be having an open house this Saturday. Email me by Friday and I will send out the information to all interested in viewing.

Need someone who keeps a clean home, respectful and pays rent on time. Be prepared for reference check and confirmation of employment. No smokers. No pets.”

Unfortunately there are no photos listed but this seems like it could be a good deal. $1350 sound right for this 450ft² studio?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Glover Park

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 4021 Benton St NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Apartment Description:
– gas range
– range hood
– dishwasher (full size)
– stainless steel sink with garbage disposal
– built- ins

Apartment
– ENERGY efficient windows
– refinished hardwood floors
– built-ins
– window AC
– living room- coat closet
– linen closet”

$1,375 all utilities included sound right for this 1 bed?

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option – Capitol Hill/H St, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 535 Tennessee Avenue, NE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Very nice junior 1 bedroom English basement apartment with attached garage. Hardwood floors, new kitchen, new bathroom, washer dryer, located 2 blocks from H Street restaurants and bars and 5 blocks from Lincoln Park. Well behaved pet okay. $1300 per month plus utilities.”

$1300 per month plus utilities sound right?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 1829 Summit Place NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“reside in this wonderful community. Upscale Interior Features:
** Renovated kitchens and bathrooms
** Brand new stainless steel appliances
** Cherry wood cabinets with upgraded countertops
** Hardwood floors throughout
** On-site parking
** Street Parking as well
** On-site clothes care center
** All Utilities Included
** Cat-Friendly
**Huge Fitness Center
** Seconds from the National Zoo”

This 1 bed is going for $1650.

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Capitol Hill (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at C St. NE at 13th St. NE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Newly Constructed English Basement in great location just 2 blocks from Lincoln Park.

Features contemporary kitchen with stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher), maple cabinets, quartz countertops, tiled backsplash and pendant lighting; central heating and air; ceiling fans; full-sized washer/dryer; recessed lighting; coat and linen closets; security system.

Convenient to Eastern Market and H Street corridor with Metrobus stops and Bikeshare stations just around the corner.

Available immediately.

$1685/month plus electric. Water/sewer included in rent.

No pets & no smoking please.”

$1685/month plus electric sound right?

Dear PoPville – Finding a Studio for $1200-$1400 a Month?

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user Lauren PM

“Dear PoPville,

I have a question as a someone who will be a new DC resident in a month or so.

I am going to be moving to DC either for November 1 or later in the month (ie, Nov 15). I have only a passing knowledge of the neighborhoods. My panic is the need to find a apartment/housing situation that is no more than 1400/mo (obviously less is better). And I’m talking a studio/eff setup. I’m 41 but seem to live like a younger professional, so I don’t have a ton of stuff.

My fear is that I’m looking on CL/padmapper and trulia and not seeing much in that range that doesn’t look like I will get knifed or devoured by bedbugs. In your experience, is the 1200-1400 range for a studio at all a possibility? If so, are there areas that have that range that are also decent areas in which to live.

Any advice to a DC noob?”

At first I thought, you will definitely be able to find a studio in a nice neighborhood for $1200-$1400 per month. I still think you will be able to find a good one but a quick perusal of craigslist this morning and I can’t believe how few options there are. This one looks good for $1500 but obviously you’re looking for a bit cheaper. Even though I do a rental option every afternoon – I’m a bit stunned how expensive even studios have become.

So – Are there any particular neighborhoods you’d send this reader? I’m thinking Dupont Circle, Woodley Park/Cleveland Park/Van Ness or the Eastern Market/Capitol Hill area. Or is that unrealistic? Do you know of any specific buildings in this price range?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Bloomingdale/Ledroit Park (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 155 U St NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Beautiful, renovated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom Victorian townhouse for rent in Ledroit Park. Main level has exposed brick wall, hardwood floors, central air-conditioning. Kitchen with brand new stainless-steel appliances (washer/dryer, gas range, built-in microwave, fridge, garbage disposal, dishwasher), corian countertops, and ceramic floor. Nice deck in backyard. Close to Children’s Hospital, Howard University, U Street-Cardozo, Capitol Hill. Parking on street readily available, 6 blocks to Shaw-Howard University metro station, and 1 block to bus stop (G2,G8,80).

Next door to new Parker Flats at Gage School condos!

$2,750/mo plus utilities. Available November 1.
-No smokers or pets
-Deposit is one month of rent. 7 month lease
-Utilities consist of: electricity (own account), gas and water (2/3 of total bill).”

$2,750/mo plus utilities sound right for this 3 bed/1.5 bath?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1111 Columbia Rd, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This studio apartment is three blocks from everything that Columbia Heights has to offer including a metro, restaurants, bars, shopping, etc. The rent includes water, and the tenant pays for electric and gas. We are showing it at 6pm tomorrow evening, Tuesday, so please come see it. It is available October 10th. The location is 1111 Columbia Rd NW #403.”

This studio is going for $995.

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option – Glover Park

By Prince Of Petworth

The rental above is located at Tunlaw Road NW at 37th street NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“1 BEDROOM GLOVER PARK/GEORGETOWN BASEMENT
All utilities/internet included – beautiful, bright English basement in heart of Glover Park, a community just north of Georgetown.

Location:
 At the cross street of 37th and Tunlaw Road NW
 Easy walk to Georgetown University (.6 miles) and a 15 minute bike ride to American University
 In the heart of restaurants and bars on Wisconsin avenue. 5 min walk to Whole Foods, CVS, Starbucks, and many other stores; “social” Safeway is about a 10 min walk
 Easy access to numerous bus lines (D1, D2, Circulator, 32, 36 buses). Direct bus commute to Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Federal Triangle, Friendship Heights, and other stops
Unit:
 Unit has been recently renovated and includes: large 20×10 ft bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen, hall and access to patio
 Fully above ground and separate entrance
 Shared washer/dryer in separate laundry room
 Ample space and storage
 Includes internet and all utilities (energy, water, gas)
 Rent is $1250 per month – reduced this month
 Can furnish for $1500 per month if you sign a 1 year lease
 For 1 person only
 Sorry no pets”

$1250 sound right for this 1 bed, all utilities/internet included?

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