Rental of the Day

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Capitol Hill

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 747 10th St., SE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Pleasant, sunny 2-bedroom apartment in 9-unit building. Excellent location on quiet residential street, just 2 blocks from Barracks Row and 5 blocks from Eastern Market Metro. Hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, dining room, den and backyard deck. Laundry on premises. Great value for the price. $1,725 + gas/electric (+ optional $20/mo pp. laundry fee for use of on-site washer/dryer). Available in early November. NO DOGS or SMOKING, please.

Email us if you would like to get a copy of the application in advance of the open house (recommended).

*************IMPORTANT**************
Real Estate and Job References are REQUIRED”

Is it common to need a job reference? Does $1725 sound reasonable for this 2 bedroom?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Dupont/U St. (Reader Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This house (mansion) is located at 15th and S St, NW.

The Craigslist ad says:

“Rent’s $1350 per month, plus utilities (roughly about 75 extra).

You would take over a month-to-month lease, so you can leave whenever you want. Also, would just need $1500 for security deposit upfront.

House includes an amazing roof deck, cleaning service, and 8 friendly, successful house mates. Also, your room has its own full private bathroom with a large shower.

Rooms in this house go quick, so let me know asap. Sorry, though we already have a dog in the house, the landlord doesn’t allow us any more pets.”

I’m pretty sure this was once a “good deal or not” edition but I can’t seem to find it. You can see a virtual tour here.

The reader writes:

“A room in this incredible group house mansion rents for $1350. I am dying to know what the story is here!”

Does $1350 for a room in this house sound reasonable?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Petworth/Columbia Heights

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 3654 New Hampshire Ave NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“You now have a great opportunity to lease this nice 1 bedroom apartment located only 1/2 block away from the Petworth Metro Station.

* Heat, water and hot water included with the rent. Tenant pays electricity and cooking gas.

* Laundry facilities in the basement.

* Off-street parking available for $100.00/month on the premises.

* On-site resident manager.

* Cable and high speed Internet ready.”

Does $1180 sound reasonable for this 1 bedroom?

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option – SW Waterfront

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1250 4th Street SW:


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The listing says:

“1 Bedroom condo in SW-Waterfront. Part of the Carrollsburg Condos. The condos feature a community party room and secluded swimming pool. All of this and within short blocks from the Metro, Freeway, Waterfront, 1 Block Away Safeway, CVS, and MORE!!!”

Does $1,400 sound reasonable?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 418 Q St., NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

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This walk-down basement studio in historic Shaw will be available Nov 13. It’s a bargain priced to move, and it may not last long. The $950 rent INCLUDES electricity and gas. This unit will be shown this Saturday and Sunday, from 2pm until 4pm – confirm an appointment time (i.e., 2:45pm Saturday) with a reply by Friday afternoon.

Big Features: Washer/Dryer In Unit!! Recently Renovated!! Common Outdoor Space!!!!

The unit also features, a gas stove, track lighting, a full bath, and two separate entrances. The rear entrance walks up to a shared deck and patio. The neighborhood and the neighbors are terrific; Metro (Shaw/Howard) as well as the 24-hour Giant are a 5-7 minute walk away. Street parking is usually plentiful.”

Does $950 sound reasonable for this “walk-down” studio?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Capitol Hill/Eastern Market

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 5th St, SE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment- conveniently located 3 blocks from 8th st bars, 2 blocks from eastern market metro
rent: 1395/month, tenant pays only electric
rental features: juliet balcony
washer/dryer (in unit)
central air/heat
exposed brick fireplace
zone 6 street parking”

Does $1395 sound reasonable for this 1 bedroom?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Bloomingdale (Owner Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 29 Q St, NW:


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The listing says:

“New Renovation MUST SEE

Brand New 1 Bedroom basement apartment available in Shaw/Bloomingdale 10/1

whats included: Open floor plan, kitchen with high-end granite and stainless finishes. Stylish and well-sized bathroom with slate tile and modern fixtures.
Also included: Wood floors. ADT alarm system [included in rent]. Pre-wired for cable and internet [included in rent]. Full in-unit Washer/Dryer. Central/Heat & Air [separate system].
A Large bedroom that also gets natural light. Elfa Closet system already installed too.”

Does $1550/month + electric sound reasonable?

Friday Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Vernon Square

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1126 11th St NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Fantastic efficiency located on the 3rd floor available now! Walking distance from Mt. Vermont Sq 7th St – Convention Center (Green and Yellow lines), McPherson Square Station (Blue and Orange lines), Logan Circle. Chinatown and near cross-town/downtown buses; Latin American Restaurant across the street, and more! Unit was recently renovated and has wood floors.”

Does $1200 sound reasonable for an efficiency at this locatoin?

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