Rental of the Day

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – U St, NW (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1324 T Street, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“1324 T Street NW Charming Carriage House great location n the Logan circle area.
1 bedroom duplex/ 1.5 baths available to rent September 1st. Walking Distance to
shopping/restaurants/bars. Two blocks away from the Green Line, U-Street /Cardozo
Metro stop. Unit features hardwood floors on the first level, carpeted second level,
central air, dishwasher, washer/dryer, small balcony, and 1 off street parking space.”

The reader asks:

“Is this a good deal, especially considering it has a W/D in-unit and a parking spot?”

I think I’d need to see it person based on these photos but if the rooms are nice given the location I’m thinking this is reasonable. What do you guys think is $1700 reasonable for this 1 bedroom duplex/ 1.5 baths carriage house?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Dupont Circle

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1631 S Street NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This magnificent building offers studios, one and two bedroom apartments with antique heart pine floors and boutique sunlit kitchens.

* On-line rent payment
* On-line maintenance requests
* On-site storage facilities
* Modern laundry facilities
* Discounted high-speed wired and wireless internet access
* 24 Hour controlled access and video monitoring”

I’m thinking this is gonna go pretty fast because the ad says this studio is going for $900 this week only. Am I crazy or does that seem pretty cheap?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – U St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 2120 Vermont Ave, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Fabulous studio layout in exciting U Street Location accessible to tons of restaurants, cafes and nightlife. 1.5 blocks to U Street Metro.
2120 Vermont Avenue NW, the popular Rhapsody building offers a fitness room, underground parking, massive rooftop, and management on-site.
Open kitchen with breakfast bar and updated appliances.
Spacious floor plan with updated bath and great closet space.
Private patio off spacious Living Area.
Washer/dryer in-unit. Available for September 15th.”

Does $1600 sound reasonable for this unit?

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option – Logan Circle/Scott Circle

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1500 Massachusetts Ave, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Welcome to 1500 Massachusetts Ave where we are offering a premiere location at an unbelievable value! Come experience Dupont Circle at it’s finest with Metro, shops, restaurants all with in walking distance of your home!”

I’ve known a few folks who lived in this apartment and had positive things to say. Does $1225 sound reasonable for a studio here?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Columbia Heights/U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1417 Chapin St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Chic and cozy condo available fully-furnished starting 1 September.
Includes the following amenities:

• Mounted 42-inch flat screen HDTV
• Washer/dryer in the bedroom
• Brand new appliances
• Fully-stocked kitchen
• Bedding, and towels
• Fireplace in the bedroom
• Hardwood floors and granite countertops
• Designer furniture
• Sealy’s luxury mattress
• Adjustable thermostat and central AC
• Balcony and roof deck
• Street-side parking
• Water and garbage collection
• Cable and internet ready
• Bike rack
• Easy walk to two metros and 14th street busses
• Walking distance to Meridian Hills Park, Whole Foods, Giant, Harris Teeter, Yes Organic, dry cleaners, gym, nightlife, and restaurants”

Think this 1 bedroom will rent for $2200?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Capitol Hill

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located in the “Car Barn” at East Capitol Street NE at 15th Street NE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Spacious Car Barn, Dedicated Gated Parking
Over 1700 sq/ft townhouse condo
2 level/2.5BA
2 master BR, each with full bath
Large open living space with half bath off kitchen
Abundant walk in closet space
Granite kitchen tops with stainless appliances, W/D,CAC, wood burning fireplace
Seasonal pool
Gated dedicated parking
1 block from lincoln park
Pet friendly neighborhood”

Does $2800 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/2.5 bath rental? What’s the scoop on the car barn?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Pleasant

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 3201 Adams Mill Rd, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This ground floor 1 BEDROOM apartment, located in historic Mt. Pleasant, is steps away from the Zoo and Rock Creek Park. The address is located on the H bus line or .5 mile from Cleveland Park Metro (Red line). The street is not zoned so parking for a non-DC resident is NOT a problem.
This unit is newly renovated and VERY CONTEMPORARY. The property is located on the corner; there is LOTS of light.

The apartment features:
– Beautiful stainless steel appliance kitchen with Carrera marble counter tops
– Slate tile floor in main area, carpet in the bedroom
– Washer/Dryer
– 3 closets
– Full bathroom (with a bathtub)
– Outdoor space
– An alarm system”

Think $1500 sounds reasonable for this 1 bedroom?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

This studio is located at 2637 16th Street NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Our only Available Studio —Oct 9th, Move In
Located in the heart of Adams Morgan
Updates that are sure To Wow

Amenties:
Laundry Room
Roof Deck
Walking distance to Columbia Hgts Metro, Restaurants, shopping and more”

I’ve always been curious about this building:

Does $1375 sound realistic for this studio?

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option and Reader Query – Pet Friendly Buildings

By Prince Of Petworth

This pet friendly rental option is located at 30th and Ordway St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

”
Large (700 sq.ft!) 1 Bedroom Plus Den – Cleveland Park Near Metro – PETS OK !

APARTMENT is in private home in appealing and safe neighborhood and has:
– – – Private entrance
– – – Living Room — exposed brick plus walk-in closet
– – – Bedroom — with tall windows. wide sliding glass door, and wall-length closet
– – – Sunroom/Den — with exposed brick, wide sliding glass door, redwood walls, brick floor
– – – Bath — with ceramic tile shower, exposed brick and cedar walls
– – – Kitchen area — with 2-burner gas cooktop, new refrigerator
– – – Washer/Dryer exclusively for use by apartment tenant
– – – All natural materials – exposed brick, natural wood, parquet floor, brick floor, etc.
– – – Patio and deep wooded yard (great for dogs).

Apartment is entirely above ground with very large windows.”

Does $1925 sound reasonable for this 1 bedroom plus den?

The reader is looking for a pet friendly building closer to Mt. Pleasant and writes:

“I am hoping you and your wonderful readers can help me out with something. My 40 lb. dog and I need a new home, but I’ve been having a really hard time finding affordable dog-friendly buildings (or condos) in the Mt. Pleasant/ColHeights/U Street/Adams Morgan area. Do you have any tips for places I may have overlooked?”

Anyone have any good advice for finding a place that takes pets in that area?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – U St, NW (Income Restrictions)

By Prince Of Petworth


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This apartment is located at 1839 13th St, NW in The Whitelaw building.

The Craigslist ad says:

“The property has income restrictions & guidelines
Minimum income is $29,850 & Max. incomes are based on household size. When responding to email
1) Please note your HH size & we will inform you of the income requirements
2)Reply w/your questions & note your Tel#
3) Application may take 2 weeks for processing
The Whitelaw- 1BR available for immediate leasing
RENT: 1BR $995 + Gas & electricity
NICELY RENOVATED
*CENTRAL A/C, 2nd FL UNIT, DISHWASHER,
*ON SITE LAUDRY ROOM
*WALL TO WALL CARPET
*GREAT LOCATION-WALK TO METRO
IN THE HEART OF U ST.
**SORRY-NO PETS**
PLEASE REPLY WITH YOUR QUESTIONS AND TELEPHONE #
WE WILL BE SHOWING THE PROPERTY NEXT WEEK 8/16-8/19/2010!”

For those that meet the income restrictions this could be awesome. If you meet it a 1 bedroom could be yours for $995. Anyone familiar with the building?

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