Real Estate

Good Deal or Not? “Gleaming Totally Redone Rowhouse” Edition (Reader Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 537 Kenyon Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Gleaming totally redone rowhouse w/ legal sep unit able to bring up to $1K/mo in rent! Granite/SS breakfast bar kit, sunroom, 2-car off-street parking, deep yard. Great, modern baths, good closets + light! Sep unit w/ own entrances, SS kit, gorg granite bath, good light. In middle of CH/Petworth commercial districts! GREAT PRICE – WOW!”

More info and photos found here.

This looks like a nice reno. I dig the kitchen and am intrigued by the backyard. What do you guys think of the house? I wonder if the legal separate unit can really bring in $1k per month? Does $475,000 sound reasonable for this 4 bed 2.5 bath house?

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn (Reader Submitted)

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 1830 13th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“This 5BD/4.5BA renovated Victorian row home is one of Logan Circle’s most prestigious properties. Four expansive levels of lavish living space, gourmet kitchen, luxurious master suite, dining room, gorgeous fireplaces & hardwood floors, lower level in-law suite, and outdoor space. Also includes secure off-street 2 car pkg.”

More info and amazing photos found here.

Oh man, sweet house on a sweet street. Check out the fourth photo of the top row. Incredible! What’s your favorite part of the house? It can be yours for $1,495,000.

Good Deal or Not? Realtor Request Condo Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This condo is located at 1117 10th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Spacious 7th floor 1 bedroom near convention center/downtown. Floor to ceiling corner windows and balcony with lots of light and gas stove! Great location: 3 blocks to metro (green/yellow), and walking distance distance to red line (Chinatown), Dupont and Logan circles, and National Mall. Pet-friendly with front desk, common rooftop deck, garage parking, and storage included.”

More info and photos found here.

I’ve always been a big fan of this building. It’s the building that has two parts, one of which we’ve judged in the past. I also think this is a pretty solid location. Do you think this 1 bed/1 bath with parking sounds reasonable for $384,000?

Ed. Note: From time to time I get reader or realtor requests but I only post if I genuinely find them interesting.

Good Deal or Not? Interesting Location Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 2327 Sherman Ave. NW:


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The flier says:

“Awesome Condo Alternative!! Beautiful renovation of this 2Br 2.5Ba semi-detached TH. Features include hardwood flrs, crown mouldings, tray ceiling, separate living & dinning areas, Gourmet kitchen w/ granite, ss appls. ,jacuzzi tubs, skylights and much more. Park your car in the rear w/ rolldown garage. You are only steps to Metro, BusBoys & Poets, Yes Organic Mkt and all the buzz of U st.”

More info and a virtual tour found here.

I’m interested to hear what you think of the location for this home. It’s a very interesting spot on Sherman Ave. It feels pretty isolated but is actually quite close to Florida Ave. and the U Street spots. I wonder what you think about the walk from the metro? And of course what do you think of the home and renovations? Does $449,500 sound reasonable?

Good Deal or Not? Gutted Victorian Row House Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 4225 8th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Victorian Rowhouse gutted & transformed into 2 fabulous 2-level units. This is the UPPER unit & consists of the front half of the 2nd flr & the entire 3rd flr. 3BR(2BR+sep. 9’x10’den w/ skylight)/2.5BA & approx. 1,440′. Everything is new. Hwd Flrs, high ceilings, HVAC, alarm system, wired for surround sound, good closet space, granite & SS, full sized w/ d & PKG included! 10% down w/ BB & T & Wells.”

More info and photos found here.

I remember looking at these homes when they first were renovated. I think this whole section of 8th Street, NW was renovated by the same group. As I’m dealing with some house issues right now (more on that later) I’m starting to get envious of these renovated ones. This unit is going for $413,900. Unit 1 is going for $388,000. Do you think unit 2 is worth around $25k more than #1? Do you like the renovation?

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. Unless specifically noted, neither she nor the company that she is affiliated with represented any of the parties or were directly involved in the transaction reported below. Unless otherwise noted, the source of information is Metropolitan Regional Information Systems (MRIS), which is the local multiple listing system. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Featured Property: 428 Taylor St NW

Original List Price: $240,000.

List Price at Contract: $197,900.

List Date: 01/06/2009

Days on Market: 87

Settled Sales Price: $225,000.

Settlement Date: 05/19/2009

Seller Subsidy: $5000.

Bank Owned?: Yes

Type Of Financing: FHA 203(k)

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. Porn Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 1826 15th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Fantastic opportunity to own the beautifully renovated home. Details paid to every aspect. Designer kitchen and baths, huge separate dining room, huge living room, 2 very large bedrooms + DEN and 2.5 baths in the main residence PLUS 1 bedroom + DEN and full bath, huge kitchen in the Rentable In-Law Suite, great rear deck, TWO CAR PARKING, This is a must see property.”

More info and photos found here.

I don’t know what it is about odd number streets but I’m a huge fan of 15th, 13th and 11th. Do you dig the kitchen? This house can be yours for $1,150,000. I’ll just add there is also a house very close by at 1834 15th St..

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It’s a bit smaller but has some incredible photos. 1834 15th is going for $949,000. Which do you think is a better deal?

Good Deal or Not? (I Originally Thought It Was) Half a House Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 1241 Linden Place, NE:


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The flier says:

“Reduced & renovated 2 BR 2 BA Home features refinished original hardwood floors & exposed brick walls. The kitchen includes granite counters, stainless appliances, maple cabinets, recessed lighting, and open dining space. Master BR offers 2 walk-in closets & private balcony; New stackable Washer & Dryer; New Windows, Doors, AC, Heat and rear patio with storage shed complete this excellent offering.”

More info and a virtual tour found here.

I thought this was an interesting property because it is one of those half houses we’ve looked at before, plus it is located on a really quiet street near H Street, NE. So what do you think of the house itself? Does $449,000 sound reasonable?

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