This home is located at 2103 17th St, NW:


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The flier says:

“Sunny, spacious, 2 BR, 1.5 BA historic rowhouse on quiet street at nexus of Dupont Circle and U Street. 1180 sqft. , open flr plan on main level, hardwd floors, brick fireplace, granite counters, & stainless steel appliances. Master BA w/ jet tub, separate shower. Fenced & landscaped front and back. Charming front porch w/ wrought-iron railing, large back deck. 10 min. walk to Dupont or U St. metro.”

You can find more info here and photos here.

I was eager to post this as a regular GDoN but I was shocked to see it is already under contract in only 4 days. I love the location but was surprised that it is only a 2 bedroom. This 2 bed/1.5 bath was listed for $650,000. Do you think it went for that?


This rental is located at Adams Mill Road at Harvard St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Lovely efficiency with hardwood floors and in-unit washer and dryer.

Quiet tree-lined street overlooking Rock Creek Park.

Within walking distance of Adams Morgan entertainment/retail district, National Zoo and 15 minutes from Woodley Park Metro.

All utilities included.”

What premium would you give to having an “in-unit washer and dryer”? Does $1210 sound reasonable for this studio?


This condo is located at 2003 Columbia Rd, NW:


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The flier says:

“Lives like a house! 2BR+Office duplex condo with garage parking, private patio and separate street entrance. Gourmet granite & S/S island kitchen. Open living area, crown molding, cherry floor, master suite with spa-like stone bath. Office w/ built-ins, 2nd bath with steam shower. Shared extra storage, small pets welcome. Walk to Metro, shops and more!”

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

This 2 bed/2.5 bath is going for $750,000 ($547 monthly condo fee) – sound realistic? What do you think of the condo itself?


Violet Boutique will be opening above the old Timehri space at 2439 18th St, NW in Adams Morgan.  Nice to see that space get fixed up. Anyone know when they open or if they have already opened?


Thanks to a reader for sending the photo above, he writes:

“Looks like albertos on 18th may have closed. Their hours were pretty funky lately.”

Another reader adds:

“I walked by Alberto’s on 18th Street last night, and the place was gutted. Either they’re doing a remodel, or it has closed. Given the hours of operation (rarely open when I walk by on my way home from work at around 7 PM), I’m guessing they’ve closed for good. Really too bad, as it’s the only decent slice I’ve found in AdMo.

I tried to look for confirmation on their website, but it no longer exists. I wonder if the P Street location is still open?”

Alberto’s was located at 2438 18th St NW and indeed their Web site is no longer active and their phone remains unanswered.

And the 2010 P Street NW location (in Dupont) phone goes unanswered as well. Anyone happen to know if that location is still open?

Regarding the 2nd note but not pizza in general, just Adams Morgan pizza options – will you miss Alberto’s?


“Dear PoP,

Our building has been experiencing a case of “disappearing packages” and I’m wondering if any others are too. I’m on the 1800 block of Calvert, NW.

I’ve talked to building management, flagged it for UPS etc… I just was curious if this is a neighborhood package thief, or just a mean resident in my building.”


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Unfortunately package thieves plague DC’s neighborhoods in what seems like a cyclical manner. We’ve seen/heard of package thieves in parts of Columbia Heights, Shaw, H St, NE, Petworth and I’m sure in other neighborhoods as well. To counter the problem many have their packages dropped off at work, with neighbors or at post offices.

For obvious reasons this behavior usually picks up around Christmas but, recently, has anyone else noted an uptick in package thefts?


This rental is located at 1845 Summit Pl NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Large and Sunny Studio!Studio Available March 1st or a little later – willing to negotiate!

$1350/month with ALL utillities included, unfurnished!

– 5 Minute walk to Adams Morgan!
– 7-10 Minute walk to WoodleyPark Metro
– 15 Minute walk to Columbia Heights
– 5 Minutes to Safeway/CVS

– New Kitchen with stainless steel!
– Dishwasher, Disposal, Full fridge
– Full bath with nice tiles
-Large walk-in closet space
– Picture windows
– Hardwood floors
– Linen closet

– Includes Gas, Water, and Electricity

– Faces South of the building – so lots of sunlight!

Building also has: Laundry room and gym in the basement
Controlled Access
Steps from Adams Morgan, the Rock Creek Park and National Zoo
Picnic Area
Clothes Care Center”

$1350 sound reasonable?


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