Capitol Hill

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Nichole for sending this unique one from 12th St NE at Constitution:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“This is essentially THE SMALLEST TINIEST DINKIEST MOST RIDICULOUS ABSURD MINI-DEMI-PSEUDO-SILLYHOUSE IN WASHINGTON.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/04/17/AR2009041702113.htmlThis tiny but cool house on Capitol Hill is available May 1. It’s a very small studio inside, but it’s a separate house, not a basement like other units its size. Did I mention it’s small? 252 square feet–9.5 feet wide, 28 feet long. It’s the smallest house in DC! But it’s bright and funky, and perfect for someone as cool as you.

VIDEO TOUR available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYCfY4Ws4Xw”

Think $1095 sounds reasonable?

Houses of the Day

By Prince Of Petworth

Here’s a couple of great examples of second floor bay windows. They’re from Capitol Hill.

Fri. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 301 9th Street SE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“301 9th St. SE, #1, — Super sunny first floor two bedroom apartment located in a corner building just two blocks from Eastern Market/Barracks Row shopping, restaurants, & METRO. Laundry, a/c, kitchen with dishwasher, oak floors, living room fireplace, and good-sized brick private patio. Available immediately. $1,950 + utilities (HEAT and hot water included in the rent). NO PETS or SMOKING, please.”

Does $1950 sound reasonable for this 2 bedroom?

House(s) of the Day

By Prince Of Petworth

Last two Cap Hill rowhouses for this week. Above I dug the shutters and below I found the front door placing unusual.

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 215 C Street, SE:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“We invite you to discover 215 C Street Apartment Homes, a hidden gem in the heart of Washington DC’s Capitol Hill. We are conveniently located two blocks from the South Capitol Metro and one block from Pennsylvania Avenue with its shopping, dining,and entertainment. Easy walking distance to The House and Senate Office Buildings,The Library of Congress, The Supreme Court, and The Capitol and just TWO blocks from Capitol South Metro station.”

Since I did a bunch of walking around the Hill I thought I’d check a rental option. I was intrigued by this one because of the 2 months free rent plus a $1000 visa gift card. I hadn’t seen a perk like that before. So does $1420 sound reasonable for an efficiency at this location (plus perks)?

Barracks Row Scuttlebutt and General Updates – Chesapeake Room, Veterinary Clinic, Capitol Hill Bikes and more

By Prince Of Petworth

First the scuttlebutt, I hear that the owner of nearby Lola’s and soon to open Chesapeake Room (see below) has purchased the Veterinary clinic on the 500 block of 8th Street, SE (pictured above). More info on this space as it becomes available. As it is only scuttlebutt the purchase of the property has not yet been confirmed.

Barracks Row seems to be getting as many new bars/restaurants as H Street, NE. Georgia Ave has a bit of catching up to do…

And here are a few new restaurants on Barracks Row that we have previously discussed here. And the building from the owner’s of Matchbox is looking good as well:

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Judging New(ish) Homes/Development

By Prince Of Petworth

There are a couple of blocks in South East, not too far from Eastern Market, that has a wild new development. A friend of mine said that she believes it is a mixed income development.

Does anyone know the story behind these homes? The pictures don’t do them great justice, but I thought it looked awesome.

Good Deal or Not? “EFFERVESCENT PERSONALITY! FELICITOUS LOCATION!” Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 639 South Carolina Ave, SE:


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The flier says:

“EFFERVESCENT PERSONALITY! FELICITOUS LOCATION! MAGICAL 24- PANE WINDOW; BEWITCHING LR-DR/FLAWLESS FLRS, SUBTLE BEAMS, APPEALING BRK FPL & WALL! UNLEASH YOUR CULINARY TALENTS IN A DRAMATIC, SPACIOUS, BRILLIANTLY EXECUTED NEW KIT. DELICIOUSLY DEEP, SOUTH FACING GDN! ALL SWEETLY CENTERED AT THE HILL’S EPICENTER: 1/2 BLK TO PARK OR METRO; 1.5 BLKS TO E MKT & BARRACK’S ROW. COME MEET THIS COY COQUETTE!”

You can find more info and photos here.

While the language in the flier, “come meet this coy coquette” makes me want to puke – I actually really do like this home. The location is pretty killer as well. What’s your favorite part of the house? Does $629,000 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/1.5 bath?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at Independence Ave SE at 15th:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“ARE YOU INTERESTED IN LIVING IN AN AWESOME CONDO IN THE CAPITOL HILL NEIGHBORHOOD? The property is a two-bedroom, two-bath condo, constructed in the 1950s and totally renovated in 2006. The condo includes an I-Pod Docking Station and and the kitchen includes Stainless Steel appliances and granite countertops. Located in Washington DC on Capitol Hill near the Eastern Market part of town and just 15 blocks from the Capitol.”

Does $2100 sound reasonable for a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom in this location?

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