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.
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Columbia Heights
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
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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?
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This home is located at 3624 New Hampshire Ave, NW:
The flier says:
“GREAT LOCATION, READY TO MOVE IN. COMTEMP-DESIGNED, 3BR, 3BA HOME IN COLUMBIA HEIGHTS. CLOSE TO GA & COL. HGTS. METRO & ONLY 15 MIN WALK TO ADAMS MORGAN & U ST CORRIDOR. KITCHEN W/ CHERRY CABS, GRANITE & STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, ORIGINAL POCKET DOOR BETWEEN LR & DR, MBR W/ BATH, HARDWOOD FLOORS & FINISHED BSMT.”
You can find more info here and photos here.
Some may recognize this house as one of the first GDoN posts we looked at back in Oct. ’08. At the time the asking price was $519,000 (interesting to note the description is nearly identical from back then) – today asking price for this 3 bed/3 bath is $515,000. Sound right nearly three years later?
A PoPville twitter reader writes:
“With Park Triangle in Columbia Heights up for sale, can you point readers to what happens if an apartment building goes condo?”
The reader is referring to a Washington Business Journal post:
Park Triangle, a luxury apartment complex in Columbia Heights that was completed in 2006, is on the market.
Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. is marketing the 117-unit building on behalf of its owner, Mid-Atlantic Multifamily Group. The building also includes 18,500 square feet of ground level retail space at 1370 Park Road NW.
This is the building above the Columbia Heights plaza.
We had a similar discussion when the nearby Allegro was foreclosed and later sold.
For the Park Triangle building I would be very surprised if the new owners immediately convert it to condos, I’d guess it will remain rentals. But just out of curiosity – does anyone know what happens when a rental building is converted to condos? Does the tenant get first dibs at a purchase?
For those who live at the Allegro and stayed through the sale – did you notice any changes? Was your rent raised/lowered?
“Dear PoP,
I was getting ready to take my dog out this morning when something made me pause. I felt like I was hearing more sirens than normal. So I waited, I don’t why, I never think about things like that. Anyway, when I did go out about 6.45am, I saw several police cars, etc across from Ogden Market (I think it would be Center Street if Center crosses Ogden, never looked). Anyway, police tape is up on the side of the large apartment complex, police, detectives walking around looking at the ground. I assume they are looking for evidence.”
From Council Member Jim Graham Press Release:
“Sadly, I must inform you that, just before 6 AM this morning, three people were shot in the 1400 block of Parkwood Place. Two were shot in the head and are dead. A third victim is in critical condition. The ages and identities of the victims have not been determined, but preliminary reports are that they may have been adults. More will be known soon.
A weapon was recovered from the victim who went to the hospital.
Two Black males were seen running from the area on foot. But no suspects at this time.
Motives unclear, although there is a suggestion that they may have been gambling on the scene.
More information to be provided as it becomes available.
Councilmember Jim Graham”
From an email:
Acre 121 (the new bar that opened up where Commonwealth used to be) will be hosting a CD
release show/party for local bluegrass band, The Family Hammer, from 7-11 PM on Saturday.The Family Hammer has been steadily building up a fan base in Washington, DC and will be releasing its new album, “Shake the Barnyard Down” at the show, which is free and open to the public.
Location: ACRE 121 – 1400 Irving Street, NW, Washington, DC
Time: 7:00PM Saturday, July 9th
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This home is located at 1107 Clifton St, NW:
The flier says:
“TOO MANY BEAUTIFUL FEATURES TO LIST. THIS HOME WILL APPEAL TO ANYONE WHO LIKES HISTORIC PROPERTIES YET IUPDATED TO INCORPORATE TODAY’S CONVENIENCES. WALK TO METRO; HARRISON SQUARE, U-STREET CORRIDOR AND MORE. FRONT YARD AND PATIO REFLECT OWNER’S LOVE OF GARDENS. 2-CAR DET. GAR. , FRONT PORCH & MORE.”
You can find more info here and photos here.
Wow, this one went under contract fast but since I love the garden and always wanted to peek inside, I thought I’d throw it out there for like-minded folks. This 3 bed/3.5 bath was going for $675,000 – sound right or do you think it went over list? What do you think of the inside?
From an email:
“It was one year ago this Thursday that Meridian Pint finally opened it’s doors to the Columbia Heights community and since then 11th Street has never been the same. Bringing such a wonderful blend of great food and craft beer to this area has been an amazing experience that we have all cherished. It is with great pleasure that I announce our 1st Anniversary Celebration this Thursday, June 31, 2011. Please join us in celebrating this milestone on Thursday as we offer all DC Brau beers for $3 all night long as well as tap their first ever cask.
I am proud to have been able to impact this community in such a positive way and I look forward to many more years as a member of this great neighborhood. Thank you for all your continued support and I look forward to seeing you soon.”
Meridian Pint, a PoP advertiser, is located at 11th and Park Rd, NW in Columbia Heights. Congrats!
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This condo is located at 1118 Monroe St, NW:
The flier says:
“Welcome to this amazing 2 Level – 3 Bedroom & 2.5 Bath condo in the heart of Columbia Heights! This gorgeous 1,550sf home offers Gourmet Kitchen, Wood Floors, lots of closet space, Opt. gas fireplace, Deck, W/ D & parking for 2-3 Cars! Steps to Target, Restaurants, Metro & Shops!”
You can find more info here and photos here.
$579,900 ($150 monthly condo fee) sound right for this 3 bed/2.5 bath?