Rental of the Day

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Cap. Hill/Lincoln Park

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located 2 blocks from Lincoln Park on 13th St. NE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Newly renovated one bedroom/one bath English basement apartment 2 blocks from Lincoln Park on 13th St. NE. Access to yard with patio for entertaining. Semi-detached rowhome with side windows. Apartment is equipped with washer/dryer, microwave, etc. Private entrance in the rear of house. On bus lines and walking distance to Eastern Market and Potomac Ave Metro Stations. Rental price of $1250 plus utilities. Available immediately. Available to show on Saturday and Sunday, July 17 and 18.”

Does $1250 sound reasonable for this English basement? How much of a premium do you think it is to have a washer and dryer?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Vernon Square

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at Ridge St, NW at 4th St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Lovely new contemporary construction with all the bells and whistles you could want:

1 bedroom plus large den/office/guest bedroom
1.5 bathrooms
Walls of windows
All hardwood floors
stunning fixtures
Corian counters
Top of the line Stainless Bosch Appliances
Soaring ceilings
Concrete construction
1100+ Sf
316 sf outdoor private terrace
offstreet parking available
award winning architecture

Super location just 2.5 blocks to Mt Vernon Sq/Convention Ctr Metro. 2.5 Blocks to new City Vista Complex- new Safeway, Busboys & Poets, Results Gym, drycleaners, Deli, and MORE. 10 min walk to Chinatown. 20 min walk to Union Station.”

Does $2395 sound reasonable for this 1 bed/1.5 bath?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Pleasant

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at the 3400 block of 17th St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This unique apartment, with flowing spaces and views of Rock Creek Park from every room, is a hideaway in the woods and offers unlimited options for creative furnishing. The outdoor spaces are just as unusual, with a 400 square foot private deck with built in benches and planter boxes perfect for BBQ’s and parties, a quaint brick patio entrance with french doors, and an urban yard perfect for small-scale gardening. An extra storage unit is provided for bikes, ski equipment and camping gear, etc.

This apartment, in a private home, was just painted and is immaculately clean. Features include: central air conditioning, security system, dishwasher, washer/dryer in separate laundry room, DSL/cable, track lights on dimmers, and much more. The custom kitchen has recessed lighting and lots of storage. The unique bedroom features 6 feet by 12 feet of windows with custom sliding lattice panels overlooking the Park. Through two arches the large living room is just steps away.

The apartment is a short walk to The National Zoo, Columbia Heights and Cleveland Park Metro and minutes from the cities best bus lines. The apartment is available in late-July.”

These are some of my all time favorite buildings in Mt. Pleasant. Does $1625 sound reasonable for this 1 bed?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Logan Circle

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 15th and N Streets, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Fully furnished beautiful large studio in secure building. Kitchen has dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker, gas stove/oven, refrigerator, disposal dishes, glasses and utensils. New carpeting and flooring and vacuum cleaner. Has a Murphy bed. Laundry facilities on each floor. Pool on rooftop. All utilities included. No pets. Close to 3 metro stations and bus routes.”

Does $1295 sound reasonable?

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option – Park View

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 714 Park Rd. NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This is a two Bedroom , one bath apartment, on the third floor. Recently painted, very clean. The apartment sets between the Irving and Petworth Metro stops. Plenty of resturants and easy access to shopping essentials. Easy access to Bus service. Rent is 1250 per month, tenant pays for lighting electric and heating/cooking gas. Parking is available for an extra 100 per month. GOOD CREDIT IS REQUIRED. Looking for a August 1,2010 move in date. Pets are welcome, but require a Pet fee of $300.00, non-refundable. Please email us or call at 703-216-2687,for any questions or to set up an appointment. Thank you. Ross Managment.”

Wow, $1250 for a 2 bed/1 bath – think that’s reasonable?

Thurs. 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:

“Located at 1111 (Columbia Rd) Columbia Heights, this one bedroom apartment is within immediate walking distance of the Columbia Heights metro station and everything that Columbia Heights has to offer. It has also been recently renovated. The rent includes water, and the tenant pays electric and gas. It is available immediately. There is also off street parking available for an extra cost. We are showing it tomorrow, Friday at 6pm, so please come see it.”

Does $1225 sound reasonable for this one bedroom?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – Capitol Hill

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 117 E Street SE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Located in historic Duddington Manor, just a stone’s throw away from The House of Representatives and The Capitol Building, this home is the perfect in the heart of the Nation’s Capitol.

Serenity is located between Folger & Garfield Parks. This bright studio with private entrance and intimate courtyard is within steps of the best Capitol Hill has to offer. Two blocks to Capitol South Metro and three blocks to more than forty shops and restaurants on Pennsylvania Ave; you’ll never need the car again!

Built in 1906, this home has an open floor plan with 350 square feet, large windows, and high ceilings for bright and cheery living. The recently updated kitchen offers plenty of countertop and cabinet space.”

Def. a great location and a sweet place but wow is that small. Do you think it’ll go for $1600?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Logan Circle

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 13th and N Streets, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Great Studio Unit (approx 450 sq. ft.) ~ Jr 1BR/1 BA in the cool and hip Radius Building on the corner of 13th and N Street – AVAILABLE by 7/26 – 8/1/2010.
-building has entertainment room w/big screen available to secure for parties + patio area to relax + fitness room for workouts

-Building finished at the end of 2004, everything is pretty much new in unit and all is in perfect functioning order (includes all normal appliances + washer/dryer unit in apt).

-This is a GREAT and fun area, a very short walk to McPherson Square Orange Line (+ many bus stops – 16th, 18th, K street), Whole Foods and other shopping, U-Street area, China-town, and a short trip to H-street, tons of entertainment and areas to excercise (9:30 club/Black Cat, bars, restaurants, theaters, the mall/monuments etc…).

-Can be rented with some larger item pieces of furniture that work well in apt (bed frame etc…please contact me for complete list of what can be included – $50 extra/month).

-price includes condo fee BUT not utilities – looking for shorter term lease to start with possibility of extension – willing to look at anything from 3 – 6 months.”

Even though this is a short term rental I’m curious what folks think of the $1350 monthly rate?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Room in Columbia Heights/Mt. Pleasant (Reader Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This room is located at 16th Street NW & Oak Street NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“A fun, considerate crew of 3 housemates is looking for a fourth. We’re a very DC house, in that we’re all 20somethings from somewhere else and are either feds or nonprofit types, but we’re definitely not fixated on politics and networking; likewise, although we enjoy each other’s company, we can be very busy people and go a week (or two)without all four of us being around at once.

When we do have the chance to hang out together, we enjoy catching up over beers on the porch, cooking (and eating!), planning outings to nearby restaurants, and throwing the occasional party. Starting August 1 or 2, we will have one very spacious room available for a one-year lease on the second floor of our recently renovated, dinner party-perfect house located right by Rock Creek Park. The room has hardwood floors, a huge closet with mirrored doors, a private bathroom, and three windows overlooking 16th St and our front porch.

We currently have 3 women (one of which is moving out) and 1 man living together, which has worked out well; but we are open to restoring gender balance. Please be the responsible, employed, rent-paying, kitchen-cleaning, non-smoking, queer-friendly, interesting type.

We’re environment and energy conscious and like to keep our heat low, our AC off (at least as much as possible), and our compost bin non-smelly. We split utilities, which usually run $40-80/month. Rent is $975/month and includes a monthly cleaning service and gardener. Though we love animals, we are a no-pet house. The house is on 16th Street, which puts much of the city in easy reach, and the Columbia Heights metro within a 12 minute walk. If you’re interested in joining a fun, smart house, please drop us a line and tell us a little bit about yourself and what you are looking for in a living situation!”

Think $975 sounds reasonable?

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

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 11st & Maryland Ave NE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This boutique-like 2 story 1 bedroom 1 bathroom Capitol Hill Row home is located one block from Maryland Avenue NE and 1.5 blocks from the H Street Entertainment district and is perfect for the professional working on/near Capitol Hill (15 minute walk) who enjoys the conveniences of work and play nearby!

The row home is historic in architecture with wooden and carpeted floors, a combination of exposed brick walls and an operating wood fireplace. Wood floors recently refinished, look like new! Newly bricked back patio, great area to enjoy an afternoon in the sun or an outdoor BBQ. Patio furniture included.

The large upstairs bedroom has an open floor plan with a skylight which allows easy access and a large amount of sunlight to filter in.

The house is pet friendly (we had a dog there ourselves!). The rent includes an ADT security system which is monitored 24/7 by ADT. Other utilities are extra.

The H Street Entertainment District is less than two blocks away and features unique restaurants and other entertainment venues, perfect for young professionals!”

Personally I think saying “H Street Entertainment District” is a bit too formal… What do you guys think – does $2045 sound reasonable for this 1 bed row house?

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