Real Estate

Good Deal or Not? Art Deco Building Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This condo is located at 1327 Randolph Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“NEW PRICE – MUST SEE!! Rich, contemporary finishes complement the open floorplan and two master suites!! Sip coffee or grill meals on the back terrace! Located in bustling Columbia Heights, this condo features glowing hardwood floors, stainless steal/granite kitchen, granite baths, and hardwired audio system. Walkscore gives 83 out of 100 – VERY WALKABLE!”

More info and photos found here.

I’ve always liked this building, I think I’ve posted the door before. The condo looks like it is on the ground floor or garden level. Do you think $395,000 sounds reasonable for this 2 bed/2 bath?

Good Deal or Not? Circa 1900 Row House Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 2127 10th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Sweet c. 1900 row house in the heart of the U Street Corridor. Metro, shopping galore, lots of dining, and nightlife are all within a few blocks! Two bedrooms, two and one half bathrooms, wood floors, gas fireplace, washer/dryer, kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Whole house was renovated within the last five years (all systems replaced).”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

As with houses like this let me know what you think of the renovation itself. Does $535,000 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/2.5 bath? I guess I should ask her, how much value do you add to a basement? Is that a big deciding factor on whether or not to purchase a home?

Good Deal or Not? Historic Federal Home Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 1606 33rd Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Historic Federal with a contemporary flair and sun, sun, sun! Beamed living room addition with skylights overlooks professionally landscaped garden. Elegant library with French windows can be used as third bedroom. Close to Wisconsin Ave shops and transportation, in enclave of other early homes.”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

Since I walked around Georgetown a bit I thought it’d be interesting to feature one their old homes for sale. Man, this is a cool one. Check out the virtual tour, it is one of the most unusual I’ve seen. I think it looks pretty sweet but am curious why it has been on the market so long (182 days). What do you think of the home itself? $739,000 sound reasonable?

GDoN Revisited by Hipchickindc

By Prince Of Petworth

In real life, hipchickindc is licensed as a real estate broker in the District of Columbia and Virginia, and as a real estate salesperson in Maryland.

Good Deal or Not? “In Need of Repair” Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 824 Otis Place, NW:


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The flier says:

“CONVENIENT LOCATION 4+ BLOCKS FROM THE METRO * * NICE LOOKING NEIGHBORHOOD * * GOOD BONES BUT IN NEED OF REPAIR — SOLD STRICTLY “AS IS”–ALL CASH/CONVENTIONAL/FHA 203K ONLY!SELLER WANTS TO MAKE A DEAL SO BRING ALL OFFERS.”

More info but sadly no photos found here.

I know folks don’t like GDoN without photos but I was intrigued by the price on this one. It’s close to the metro and all the happenings on 11th Street, NW. So does $250,000 sound reasonable? Even if you need to put in some money seems like it could be a good deal. What do you guys think?

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 3087 Ordway Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Classic Federal-style facade opens to stunning interior & the latest comforts. 2-story LR w/ dramatic brick fpl & 20 ft of windows overlooking trees & hills. Lg sunny kit w/ breakfast bar. Master ste w/ fpl & steam shower. Beautiful roof-top deck w/ long vistas. 3 addl BRs, each w/ full BAs. Elevator, garage. Easy walk to Metro. Seller reserves right to acc/rej any offer.”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

This home is rather deceiving from the outside. On the inside it is gigantic. What do you think of the house itself? The price has dropped from $1,795,000 to $1,595,000. Is it time to pounce?

Good Deal or Not? Cool Old Building Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This condo is located at 1718 Corcoran Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“STUNNING! NEW PRICE & PRIME LOCATION. IN THE HEART OF DUPONT!! RENOVATED CONDO AT THE HISTORIC ANALOSTON FEATURING 1BR, 1BA, HDWD. FLRS. , EXPOSED BRICK, GRANITE, MAPLE CABINETRY, LOW FEE INCL. ALL UTILITIES, GOOD CLOSET SPACE, PET FRIENDLY! LOCATED ON DUPONT’S PRETTIEST STREET. NEXT TO METRO, 17TH ST. RESTAURANTS/BARS, WHOLE FOODS!”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

It looks like this is a groundfloor/garden condo. Do you think that’s why it’s been on the market so long? Is 123 days considered a long time in this market? What do you think of the condo itself? Does the new price of $329,000 sound reasonable?

Good Deal or Not? Recently Judged Renovated Building Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

These condos are located at 3602 Rock Creek Church Road:


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The flier says:

“FHA APPROVED. Elegant European finishes you wont find anywhere under 500K, smart spaces, 8 one bedroom units at the Colvin House, steps to METRO, and everything Columbia Heights. Hardwood floors, washer and dryer in unit, parking extra, priced to sell.”

More info found here and here. A photo tour can be found here.

We judged the building before it was completely finished back in July and folks mostly liked it. Now we can get a look inside. It seems pretty nice. Units range from $259,000 – $293,000. Sound reasonable? What do you think of the units themselves?

Good Deal or Not? Renovated Building Edition (Reader Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This condo is located at 3917 7th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“choose from 5 gorgeous all new 2br/2ba units ranging from 229-299,900! Hdwd floors, gourmet kitchens w/ granite & stainless, tile baths, w/ d, outdoor space, & pkg @ 10k! 3 block walk to metro & shops & prices that can’t be beat!!! FHA approved — 3.5% down financing avail!!!”

More info and photos found here.

The reader writes:

“These condos have been under construction for ages and probably have had their for sale signs up for 6 months, though I haven

GDoN Revisited by Hipchickindc

By Prince Of Petworth

In real life, hipchickindc is licensed as a real estate broker in the District of Columbia and Virginia, and as a real estate salesperson in Maryland.

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