A reader sends in the photos and writes:
“Pretty big fire at the Oaklawn apartments on 16th St NW around 9:30 PM. Flames were shooting out of the window but the fire department arrived quickly and put it out fast.”
DCfireems tweeted:
“3620 16th St NW – fire on 3rd or 4th fl
Update – 16th St NW – bulk fire knocked – FFs moving smoke out – some residents evac, others sheltered in place – 6 sty apt bldg”
Photo via twitter user @ShamaiLama
Many readers write along the following lines:
“Several police cars sped by while riding my bike up past Meridian Hill park on my way home from work. A few blocks up, at the intersection of 15th & Harvard, officers had stopped traffic and were getting ready to tape off the area. As I rolled my bike by I could see, unmistakably, about 10 – 12 bullet casings in the street and heard the police officer refer to them as such.
This was all in broad daylight – maybe around 6:30 or 6:45 p.m. I am guessing a drive by of some sort – anyone have any further details? Sure seems like there has been a lot of gun violence up in this area lately, though I can’t recall it being this early on in the day anytime recently.”
DCfireems confirms:
“Update – 14th St & Columbia Rd NW correct location shooting”
More info when it becomes available.
Update from MPD Wed. 4:49pm:
Dear citizens,
On 7/19/2011 at approximately 6:50 p.m., a male complainant reported that a vehicle approached him, while at 15th & Harvard Streets, N.W., and that its occupants started shooting at him. The complainant sustained a gunshot injury and was transported for medical treatment. Currently, there is a lookout for two suspects, described as 1) a black male, dreadlocks, thin build and 2) black male, short hair, medium build. Both suspects are reportedly armed with a handgun. There is also a vehicle lookout for a silver Dodge Charger with a partial Virginia tag of XGW.
Anyone having information about this incident or encountering referenced vehicle is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202/727-9099. Thank you.
From an email:
The District Department of the Environment and Audubon MD/DC is holding a backyard wildlife habitat workshop at Columbia Heights Recreation Center on Saturday July 23 from 1-4pm.
The workshop will consist of an hour of slideshow presentations on creating wildlife habitat and gardening with native plants, after which we will plant a garden with locally native plants. Participants will receive a book (“Bringing Nature Home” by Douglas Tallamy), a birdhouse kit and live plants to bring home. The workshop is free and open to the public. Register online here (click on “Backyard Habitat Education”).
This home is located at 1338 Irving St, NW:
The flier says:
“Rare and highly desired multi-unit building. PERFECT for the investor or an owner occupant to subsidize the mortgage with top dollar rental units! This home has 2 separated bi-level units, offering 2 bedroom, 2 den, 2 bath living in each apartment. There are 2 parking spaces in the back, along with a huge backyard and 2 small decks. Must see!”
You can find more info here and photos here.
$799,000 sound right?
This rental is located at 15th Street, N.W. at Euclid:
The Craigslist ad says:
“Available starting August 1st, is a truly unique, one of a kind apartment. This building, built in the 1920’s was listed in James Goode’s book Best Addresses. This place is a definite steal for anyone looking for something other than high rises and English basement apartments. I absolutely love living here, but I am moving out of D.C.
Here’s a brief overview of what you’ll get:
• Two floors in a beautiful, well maintained co-op
• Beautiful hardwood floors, French windows, working fire place in the unit.
• 1st level has separate living room, dining room, kitchen and bathroom (yes a little odd)
• Lower level is used as a bedroom, and has shelves and storage for clothes. You could fit a full bedroom set here. (the ceilings are a bit low, but I’m pretty tall and can stand up straight vwithout bumping my head)
• Utilities are not included but they are pretty cheap (about 50 — 75 for electric while running the AC this summer; 25 tops for gas)
• Parking space comes with the apartment for no additional charge.
• The unit comes with additional storage space.
• The building sits at the northeast tip of beautiful Meridian Hill Park
• Short walking distance to Columbia Heights U Street corridor; Woodley Park , DuPont Circle and Adams Morgan.
• Several public transportation options including metro, several buses (including the Circulator)
• It’s a must see and a must have.Here’s how the process works:
• Showing to serious applicants on Monday (7/18) and Tuesday (7/19) by appointment.
• There is no application fee, but anyone who is interested has to be approved by the co-op board.
• Reply to this ad for an application and to set up an appointment. Application available upon request.
• One year minimum lease
• No pets, smoking or drugs allowed in the apartment.
• No more than 2 occupants.”
$1500 sound right for this 1 bedroom?
Ed. Note: This looks like the same building where we recently looked at a GDoN.
Gotta give props when restaurants/stores get proper signage. Tegeste opened up back in Nov. ’10 at 3521 14th St, NW.
This home is located at 1326 Fairmont St, NW:
The flier says:
“Great 3-unit Vict on lovely blk close to Metro, shops, restaurants. Owner’s unit = 3flrs. 1st flr = 1BR unit; bsmt = 1BR unit. All self-contained. Needs some masonry work on front and cosmetics inside but bones are wonderful. This property in bankruptcy estate; Court must approve contract.”
You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.
At first I was just looking forward to check out one of these great 3 level row houses. But this is certainly a bit more of a complicated situation. Do you think there is a good discount because of the bankruptcy issues? Given the situation does $939,500 sound right?
The Getaway, located in the old Social space, opened in late May at 14th and Meridian Pl, NW in Columbia Heights.
Anyone check them out yet?
They’re now open for brunch as well.
From MPD:
At about 10:40 pm, July 12, 2011, an adult male was walking in the 1400 block of Spring Rd., NW when he was suddenly approached by an armed assailant who demanded money from the complainant. The suspect was armed with a handgun. A struggle ensued, during which, the suspect shot the victim and then fled the scene on foot. The victim is recovering from his wound at a local area hospital.
The suspect was described as a black male, 18 – 22 yrs old with a thin build and short black hair. He was wearing black shorts and had no shirt. He was last seen running northbound on 16th St. from Spring Rd.
Anyone having information regarding this case is asked to call 202-727-9099.
From MPD:
At approximately 145 am this morning, three masked men with displaying guns entered the Wonderland Bar located at 1101 Kenyon Street, NW and proceeded to rob one of the employees. The three men then left the location in unknown directions. No one was injured during the robbery. Third District units were called and within minutes, members of the Crime Suppression Team were able to apprehended one of the masked men after a brief chase. As a result, they were able to recover a mask as well as one of the weapons used. If any one has any information relating to the other two individuals involved in this robbery or anything relating to the incident itself, please call 202-727-9099
This home is located at 1535 Monroe St, NW:
The flier says:
“Beautiful rowhome in the heart of Columbia Hts. Dramatic bay front 1908 home w/ classic columned front porch. State-of-the-art open kitchen w/ granite cntrtps & SS/applces. Open kitchen/dining perfect for entertaining. Lge rear deck off kitchen + rear balcony off 3rd bedroom. Renovated bathrooms. In law suite with kitchen. Walk to metro, shops, Gym, Target, Giant, Coffee shops & mor”
You can find more info here and photos here.
Always fun for me when former houses of the day go up for sale. What do you think of the inside? $659,900 sound right for this 3 bed/2.5 bath?