Rental of the Day

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 9th and Q Streets, NW:
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The Craigslist ad says:

“Large and spacious row house on 3 levels. This house is perfect for entertaining!!! Hard wood floors throughout 2 lower levels and new carpeting on bedroom floors. Renovated with a state of the art kitchen and breakfast room. Perfect for hosting with a Viking range/hood, granite & cabinets galore.

Open living/dining area on main level w/ hardwoods. Master bedroom consists of 2 bedrooms converted to make one very large single bedroom.Beautiful bedrooms with many windows. High ceilings, cent A/C, NEW bath. Washer and dryer.”

More photos here.

We actually looked at this house when it was for sale as a GDoN for $549k. Does $3250 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/2 bath as a rental?

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option (Reader Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 12th & Rhode Island Ave NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Logan Circle: 1 Bedroom 1 bath English basement apartment, recessed lighting, lots on natural light, W/W carpet, CAC, full sized W/ D, electric range and 19 cu. ft. refrigerator. High efficiency heat pump heating. Cable and DSL ready. Landscaped rear patio. Secure – gated doors and windows.”

Does $1595 sound reasonable for this English basement?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Nichole for sending this unique one from 12th St NE at Constitution:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This is essentially THE SMALLEST TINIEST DINKIEST MOST RIDICULOUS ABSURD MINI-DEMI-PSEUDO-SILLYHOUSE IN WASHINGTON.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/04/17/AR2009041702113.htmlThis tiny but cool house on Capitol Hill is available May 1. It’s a very small studio inside, but it’s a separate house, not a basement like other units its size. Did I mention it’s small? 252 square feet–9.5 feet wide, 28 feet long. It’s the smallest house in DC! But it’s bright and funky, and perfect for someone as cool as you.

VIDEO TOUR available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYCfY4Ws4Xw”

Think $1095 sounds reasonable?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 1438 Meridian Place, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“• Hardwood Flooring Throughout Unit
• Contemporary, Open Floor Plan
• Professionally Cleaned, Ready to Move-In
• Custom, Elfa-Style, Mahogany Closets
• Walls Pre-Mounted for Flat Screen TVs in Both Bedrooms
• Central AC/Heating
• Huge Private & Secured Balcony (10×8)
• Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Stove, Range, Disposer, Microwave
• Full-size, Stackable Washer/Dryer in The Unit
• Kitchen Breakfast Bar
• Decorative Track Lighting in Kitchen
• Tile Floors in Kitchen & Bathroom
• Elegant Bathrooms w/ White Cultured Vanity & Decorative Hardware
• Recessed Lighting Throughout the Unit
• Wide, Tilt Windows Throughout Unit w/ Plenty of Natural Light & Large Window Sills”

Does $1650 sound reasonable for this 1-Bedroom, w/ Den, 1½ Bath?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 7 Logan Circle, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“1 bedroom 1 bath located right on Logan Circle, Hardwood floors throughout, built in cabinets in DR area, washer and dryer in unit. Very High ceilings, Charming Historical Victorian building . Available May 1!”

I’ve been wondering how much it would cost to live right on Logan Circle… Do you think $1795 sounds realistic?

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option (Owner Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 8th and Taylor Streets, NW:


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The owner writes:

“Available May 1

A big full 1 bdrm basement apartment for rent, starting May 1 ( available a couple of days before actually).
Large full size kitchen, eat at island, full size appliances, microwave, dishwasher etc.
In unit washer and dryer.
Front and back entrances.
Will be newly painted and newly carpeted!
2 1/2 blocks from the Petworth metro,
Easy street parking.
1 1/2 blocks to Yes Natural Foods.

A family lives upstairs.
Looking for a quiet, mature, clean and respectful tenant. (The person moving out has been in the apartment for over 5 years)
1 year lease, first and last months rent required.
References checked.

$975 plus utilities

Email [email protected] if interested.”

Think $975 sounds reasonable for this one?

Ed. Note: I will not be regularly featuring reader/owner submitted apartments. I’ll create a new section on the forum where folks can place their apartments if they’d like.

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located in Ledroit Park on 5th Street (I’m just going to assume 5th and U in order to map it):


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Tired of living in a boring apartment? Want your friends to come to your house and say, “Dude, your place is, like, so much cooler than mine”? Come live here. You’ll have…
– A 2BR/1BA flat on the top floor of a boutique apartment building
– A ridiculously stunning bay window looking out over historic LeDroit Park
– New red oak floors in the entire apartment
– A really large living room with high ceilings.
–2 standard-sized bedrooms)
– A clawfoot bathtub… oh boy!
– A backporch to bbq and watch the cool rooftops all the way to the Capitol.
– Your very own parking space. I’ll even hand-paint a personalized sign for your very own parking space. (Additional fees may apply.)
– Neighbors that don’t suck. Really… not at all. If you bring them hummus and/or good cheese, they’ll suck even less.
– A landlord that really truly doesn’t suck. If you call him, he’ll call you back. Quickly. It’s crazy, I tell you. (In case you’re wondering, this ad was written by a former tenant.)
– Dishwasher, in-unit washer/dryer, gas stove, new furnace, new Rennai on-demand water heater
– New, energy-efficient windows”

Does $1840 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/1 bath?

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 1801 Clydesdale Place, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

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My studio apartment is available for immediate move-in at $1095 a month. The details are below, but, suffice it to say, this apartment is great. My favorite part is its perfect location; the apartment is in a quiet, beautiful, and safe neighborhood, but it’s also 5 minutes away from 18th and Columbia, the main downtown area of Adams Morgan. 18th Street is alive on weekends because of its many restaurants, cafes, and clubs. Most importantly, the apartment itself is beautiful, with hardwood floors, great sunlight, and a nice view.”

Given yesterday’s request for suggestions of where to look for around $1000, this one jumped out at me. Think $1095 sounds good?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option and Help a Reader

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo from PoPville flickr user ewilfong

“Dear PoP,

I live up in Montgomery County, and would love to move into DC this summer. But, so many of the rental options I see listed on your site and on Craigslist etc. are way out of my price range. Can you or your readers recommend any buildings or neighborhoods close to Metro where one can find clean, safe studios for under $1000? Can’t be picky when you’re on a budget, but the first step is to find any options at all!”

If you don’t mind living in a basement, I’d say this one bedroom in Mt. Pleasant for $950 could be a good deal.

But what do you guys think, what neighborhoods would you recommend for a single woman looking to spend under $1000?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 15th and Chapin Streets, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“- Walking distance to Metro (Green Line – U St. station), shopping and restaurants
– Open kitchen design with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops
– Washer/dryer
– Large sunny energy-efficient windows
– 900 square feet
– Secure building
– Off-street parking option is available
– Great landlord and neighbors”

I’m posting this one becuase I’ve walked by the building dozens of times and was curious to see some photos of the units. Assuming you get a roomate is $2500 reasonable for a 2 bedroom? If you’re not looking for a roomate, I was also intrigued by this studio for $1300 located at 16th and Park Road, NW.

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