Thanks to a reader for sending around 2:15am last night. This is the curious new development around the corner from The Coupe at the old church we spoke about a couple weeks ago:
Columbia Heights
1248 Fairmont Street, NW
This is the spot we spoke about back in December.
The Mansarte’s website says:
“THE MANSARTE
STATUS: COMING SOON
The Mansarte is boutique 5-unit condominium development located in the heart of Columbia Heights at 1248 Fairmont Street, NW. All units feature high-end finishes and thoughtful designs, all have outdoor space and a shared roof deck, and parking is available.
Two 1 bedroom / 1 bath units
Two 3 bedroom / 3.5 bath units
One Penthouse 3 bedroom / 3 bath
The Mansarte project is a conversion of a Grand Victorian on premium, extra wide corner lot into five luxurious condominiums. The lower level will feature two (1bd/1bth) units, each with an outdoor space and back patio. The main, first, and second floors will each feature 1800 sqf (3bd/3.5bth) condos. Each unit will have outdoor space whether it is a wrap-around porch or balcony on top. Also, all units will have access to a shared roof deck and indoor secured parking.
Units are not yet registered with the Department of Housing and Community Development, Rental Conversion and Sale Division. No units will be offered for sale prior to Registration.”
More after the jump. (more…)
A reader reports:
“Came out to a bullet hole in my windshield and the .45 cal bullet sitting neatly implanted in my dash board on the corner of 15th and Harvard this morning.
From the impact angle on the dash and condition of the bullet looks like this was a stray bullet shot in the air that happened to land on my car. Went out to my car at 11pm last night and it was fine then, but when I came out at 7 am this morning I found the bullet on the dash so happened sometime overnight. ”
1326 Park Road, NW
Back in October, Columbia Heights gem, El Rinconcito II suffered a terrible fire. Finally some good news from a reader:
“talking to one of the owners of El Rinconcito on Park Road. They are aiming to reopen the second week of April.”
And since they have one of the best outdoor dining areas in Columbia Heights, this is fixing to be very good timing and very good news, indeed.
via google maps
From MPD around 12:30pm:
“The Third District is currently investigating the sounds of gunshots in the 1000 block of Irving Street NW. Officers on the scene have located several shell casings, but no victims or property damage has been found as of yet. Pedestrians and motorists may experience traffic delays while we process the evidence on the scene.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call 202-727-9099.”
10th and Monroe St, NW
Took a minute but this is looking like it’s gonna be another wild transformation. Probably a bit too soon to judge the architecture but we’ll be back when it’s completed.
Before:
new wrap around bar nearly completed at The Good Silver on 11th between Park and Monroe
From a press release:
“The team behind Ivy and Coney (Josh Saltzman, Chris Powers, and Adam Fry) and partner Carrie Dzwil, are excited to announce their newest bar, The Good Silver (@goodsilverdc on twitter), at 3410 11th St. NW in Columbia Heights.
While we still believe hotdogs are a primary food group, The Good Silver will focus on simple seasonal ingredients, pickled veggies, cured meats and a certain banquet beer combo. Think local heirloom tomatoes in August, or strawberries in June, but when Winter arrives a BLT featuring tomato jam or rum punch spiked with a best-of-the-season strawberry shrub will be on the menu. We will also be adding some cutting-edge technology such as credit card machines, bar spoons, and level floors. What a time to be alive! (more…)
Thanks to Peter for sending word:
“The washing machines were removed from the laundry mat at 11th and lamont over the weekend.”
The delicious smelling El Lation Bakery closed back in 2015. Anyone know if the Chinese takeout is still open? Anyone hear about the future development plans of this corner?
Thanks to Emily for sending:
“Saw this Coopers Hawk in Meridian Hill Park on Sunday.”
If you spot a hawk or any other bird of prey around town, lunching or otherwise, please send a photo and an email where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
This rental is located at 11th and Lamont Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1625 / 1br – Large 1 BR/1 BA Plus Den and Living Room in Great Location!
Rent is $1625/month for a 12- month lease. Monthly rent is higher for a short-term lease.
Quiet oasis steps away from lively 11th Street area.
One bedroom with a/c, French doors to den. Den also has closets and armoire and may be used as a second bedroom. Also living room with built-in bookshelves. Just 3 blocks to shopping and restaurants at Columbia Heights metro. One block to Capital Bikeshare station. Convenient to both downtown and cross town bus lines.
$1625/month plus electric. No smoking. One or two cats ok.”