This condo is located at 5885 Colorado Ave, NW:


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The flier says:

“Visually stunning two-level, 2br/1.5ba NY-style loft is a show-stopper. Like a page out of Architectural Digest, it features two walls of windows, soaring 20ft ceilings, bamboo fls, granite counters, ss appliances, W/ D in the unit A rare urban showplace on two magnificent levels. Hip new Restaurant/Lounge on main level. Convenient to major commuting arteries, shopping, & night-life. Pets Welcome!”

More info and photos found here.

Well, I think there is no question that this is a good looking condo. The question is how far north are you willing to live? Do you like the style of this condo? I gotta say I’ve never seen a condo for this price look this good. Do you think $319,000 sounds reasonable?


This home is located at 2030 R Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Completely renovated January 2008! Designed for modern living. Spectacular 19th Century Victorian on large corner lot! This magnificent jewel offers 6,000 sq ft of living space with 5 levels, large roof terrace, elevator, security system, speaker system and 2 outdoor parking spaces. One block to Dupont Circle Metro, Shops, Restaurants, Phillips Gallery; all in the heart of the Diplomatic District.”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

Wow. Yeah. Wow. Not much more I can say about this one. I’ve walked by this a few times on my to the Phillips Collection and I just assumed it was split into condos. How does this one rank among house porn posts? It’s yours for $3,900,000.


This home is located at 2812 13th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Row House with large 3bedroom 2 bath 3 floor owners unit with industrial 10 burner stove and 2 decks. Plus a large first floor rental unit that was recently updated. Large unfinished basement with lots of storage runs length of the house. Each unit is separately metered with separate laundry for each. New development and metro around the corner on 14th GREAT LOCATION”

More info and photos found here.

This is one of those houses that I often walk by and admire. I think the home itself is pretty killer. My only hesitation is that it sits right next to some sort of community center. Not that I have anything against community centers, actually I’d have the same hesitation if sat next to a school as well. Not that I have anything against schools… But seriously, the home is pretty sweet – do you think $789,000 is realistic?


Thanks again to DC realtor Kevin Wood for compiling this list of home/condo sales for zip codes – 20011, 20010, 20009, 20005, 20003, 20002, and 20001. Click below on “July Home/condo sales” for the full list in pdf format. Because the zipcodes have grown next month Kevin will reorganize the format of the pdf.

July Home/condo sales


This condo is located at 1440 Church Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“JUST REDUCED!!Amazing location 1 bedroom 1 bath with low condo fee’s parking and large private terrace! One block from Whole Foods and Vita Fitness”

More info and photos found here.

While this is most definitely a great location, I’m concerned that none of the pictures show any windows. I also think it’s a bit odd there is no photo of the living room. I was curious about this condo because I think this section of Church Street has a great feel to it. The original asking price was $449,900 but has now dropped to $429,900. Think that sounds reasonable given the location?


This home is located at 1249 Irving Street, NE:


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The flier says:

“Price just reduce by 50K!Classic mid-century modern built in 1950 by Washington architect. With light filled rooms, refinished oak hardwood floors, many original details with new appliances, mechanical upgrades and restored charm. Perched high above the street level with wonderful views. Master bedroom plus three others on second floor.”

More info and photos found here.

The reader writes:

“I love it, and we’re thinking about taking a look. It’s huge and has a ton of character.”

It does look pretty sweet, it even has a great door picture! Though, I feel like the price may still be a bit high. It has been reduced from $749,900 to $699,900. Sound reasonable? What do you think of the house itself?


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Featured Property: 1112 Monroe St NW

Original List Price: $574,900.

List Price at Contract: $574,900.

List Date: 6/25/2009

Days on Market: 6

Settled Sales Price: $574,900.

Settlement Date: 07/27/2009

Seller Subsidy: $0.

Bank Owned?: No.

Type Of Financing: Conventional loan with 20% down payment

Listing History: See below for listing history information

Original GDoN Post is: Here

Recent Listing is: Here. To see more pics, click here for the virtual tour.

Since 2006, people have been asking me how they will know when the real estate market in DC has hit bottom. The only good answer to that question is that you’ll know once we start coming up on the other side. In other words, you will have missed it. There have started to be some consistently positive numbers reported about housing in general lately, and I’m seeing good things personally in my business and that of my colleagues. I recently had a listing go under contract in one day (on Fourth of July weekend no less). Continues after the jump. (more…)


This home is located at 3600 13th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“EXQUISITE RENOVATION OF ONE-OF-A-KIND SUNDRENCED CORNER DETACHED 1905 VICTORIAN FOUR SQUARE W/ 4 CAR GARAGE & SIDE ENTRY 2 BR LEGAL SEP METERED UNIT(1,OOOsqft)MAIN HOUSE IS 3 STORIES OVER 3000 sqft. BEAUTIFUL WOODWORK, HUGE FOYER, BANQUET-SIZED DR, KIT W/ BELLS & WHISTLES, MASTER BR W/ LUXURY BATH JACUZZI & SHOWER, CONNECTING SUNNY 2BR RENTAL W/ HIGH CELINGS, SEP W/ D OR USE AS A FAB RR”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

Well, I was originally interested in this house because it is huge. But I didn’t realize that it was also renovated. While I’m not calling it house porn it does have hp prices. It’s asking $1,195,000. Wow, I had no idea that there were houses that far north on 13th St. going for that kinda dough. But then again, it’s nice that the home was not split into tiny condos. What do you think of the home itself. Any chance you think it’ll go for asking? Over a mil?


This home is located at 3601 Macomb Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Historic 1899 Georgian w/ gorgeous sun-lit living spaces, beautiful architectural details & hrdwd flrs throughout. Gracious dining room, lovely living room, updated gourmet eat-in kit leading to 2-level screened porch. 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths including spacious master suite with dressing room & walk-in closet. Near shops & Metro!”

More info and photos found here and a virtual tour found here.

I think Macomb Street, NW has some amazing homes and this is certainly one of them. I’m always curious how much they cost. Most of them fall into the house porn category. So what do you think about this particular home? Do you think it’s too close to Wisconsin Ave or is that a good thing? It’s yours for $2,850,000.


This condo is located at 1413 T Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Ultra-cool Jr. 1BR in DC’s most dynamic location with every little convenience, entertainment, and culture DC has to offer. Great use of space, up-to-date kitchen and bath, tall ceilings, and an open floor plan make this a terrific place. Located in an architecturally historic boutique building, here is the perfect pad for the ultimate experience in city living.”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

I think this is a super cool looking building (we’ve judged it in the past). The condo itself seems a bit small and the views don’t seem to be great but man is that a fantastic location. Obviously someone else agrees since it’s under contract. I know some folks don’t like GDoN posts under contract but I’ve always been curious about this place.  I was surprised at how reasonable the price seemed – $249,000. Is that a great deal or have I lost perspective?


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