Real Estate

Reader Request Good Deal or Not?

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 3814 Kansas Ave. The remarks say:

“PRICE REDUCED! A rare corner lot and a spacious end-unit SUNNY home with new kitchen – stainless steel appliances, dining room with oak wainscoting & plate rail, new lighting, new main door, built-in cabinets in dining and breakfast rooms. Both 2nd and 3rd bedrooms have attached sitting rooms/playrooms. New roof w/warranty. Large deck. Attached GARAGE and additional space for two cars. All new light fixtures and 9’ high ceilings throughout. Much of the original trim and woodwork has been preserved, including 5-panel doors and oak flooring. Walkout basement and walk-up attic for extra storage.”

The full listing and photos can be found here.

The asking price is $545,000. So what do you think – Good deal or Not?

July Condo and Home Sales

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks again to DC realtor Kevin Wood for compiling this list of home/condo sales for zip codes – 20011, 20010, and 20009. By your request this month also includes 20001. Lots of condo sales this month. Click below on “July Sales” for the full list in pdf format.

July Sales

New Hampshire House Sells Last Unit

By Prince Of Petworth

I always thought this place was one of the best deals in town so I’m not surprised it has sold out. The location is stellar as it is a stone’s throw from 11th Street and Red Rocks as well as the Petworth Metro. And with the prices in the mid 200s that sounded pretty sweet. Enjoy.

Good Deal or Not? Condo Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

Remember these houses/condos with the awesome copper roof? I noticed they were for sale. So let’s give it a go. The one I’ll feature is a two bedroom two bathroom located at 1322 Fairmont Street in Columbia Heights. The Web site says: (more…)

Time to Play Good Deal or Not?

By Prince Of Petworth

I thought this one was an interesting one because it looks like it might be a fixer upper. It is located at 743 Quebec Place, NW. The flier says sold “Strictly As is, 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths, two decks, original hardwood floors, original wood details, skylight, bay window, parking…”.

The price – $499,000. Sounds a bit ambitious to me. Good deal or not?

Just Needs A Little Imagination

By Prince Of Petworth

The “house” with the awesome mural is for sale/rent. It is located at 1020 Girard. I have no idea how much but it seems like someone could make this into a pretty fresh abode.

It’s Time To Play Good Deal or Not?

By Prince Of Petworth

This is a very interesting house located at 3648 13th Street. The flier says:

“Total renovation of semi-detached row house to Mediterranean-style contemporary building with two fully seperate units and over 2,300 square feet. Ultra high-end finishes adorn this multi unit property with hard to find European tile with steel accents, steel fencing and steps, 2 granite kitchens with top of the line features. The self contained luxury apartment has front and back entrances 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, washer dryer, CAC. The upper unit is spacious with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, gas fireplace, Jacuzzi, walk in closet…1 car parking available under rear deck.”

I couldn’t find any pictures from inside but it sounds pretty nice. What interests me the most about this house is the two units. So I guess you buy the whole house and can rent out one of the units. How much do you think you could rent the 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom for? Anyway, it makes figuring out the price a bit more interesting. The price is $699,000. So good deal or not considering it is broken into two units?

Having Trouble Selling Your House? Not in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

The house pictured above at 4108 4th Street was on the market for a whole 2 days before selling. The flier said, “This beautiful bungalow style home in the quiet Petworth neighborhood features a large living room and formal dining room, 3 bedrooms, a beautifully renovated eat-in kitchen, remodeled bathrooms, gleaming hardwood floors, and a private back yard…” Apparently it sold for the asking price of $449,000. Do you think it sold so quickly because it is a detached house? Was it a good deal or not?

Good Deal or Not? Condo Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

Located at 1616 11th Street, the Logan Park condos available range from $359,900 to $575,000. The flier states: “16 units, stainless steel appliances, retro accent lighting, iPod docking stations, steps to Shaw and U Street metros, secure underground parking, expansive common roof terrace…”

Units available include a 1 bedroom 1 den 1 bath 682 square feet for $359,900 with $176.33 condo fee.
2 bedroom 2 baths 1087 square feet for $499,900 with $280.05 condo fee.
Penthouse 2 bedroom 2 baths 1087 square feet for $575,000 with $311.17 condo fee.

More information here. Click on Logan Park. So good deal or not?

Ed. note: I’m happy to feature fixer uppers please send me addresses if you come across them otherwise I’ll keep my eyes peeled for them.

Good Deal or Not?

By Prince Of Petworth

I thought this would be an interesting good deal or not because it is just down the street from a sweet good deal or not home featured two weeks ago. That one was completely renovated and is going for $824,500. This one is located at 2813 13th Street and is an end unit row house. The flier says, “Lots of space for the money (3959 sq/ft) Freshly painted throughout and shows beautifully! Formal DR, large Kit w/ sunroom, 5 BR + 2 den/study, CAC, gas fireplace and full unfinished basement.” The asking price is $729,000. So good deal or not? In addition, is it a better or worse deal than the one up the street?

Ed. note: If anyone finds interior photos please post a link in the comments.

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