From MPD:
“At approximately 3:30 am a shooting occurred in the area of 14th and Fairmont St, NW.
As a result there were 3 victims none with life threatening injuries. The 3 victims were the intended targets.
Anyone with information pls contact MPD on 202-727-9099 or you can provide information to the anonymous tip line on 1-888-919-CRIME or text to 50411.”
In August ’08 14th and Fairmont was the scene of a multiple shooting. You can read a detailed eyewitness account of that terrible day here.
I received a couple of renderings for the parcel that is set to be developed at 1421 Euclid Street, NW. Above is from Dantes Partners. The proposal above is for 37 rental apartments. You can see all the other renderings plus more info on the project here. Do you have a favorite?
Ed. Note: Back in Dec. Council Member Graham said that Justice Park funding was back on track. However I don’t think construction has started yet, last time I passed it.
Photo by PoPville flickr user jsmjr
“Dear PoP,
What is the value of a covered parking space between Logan and Dupont Circle? I’ve heard anywhere from 25-50k. Also, when determining price per sq ft for condos, is parking factored in (i.e. 650 sq. ft. condo at 400k = 615/sq ft, but 650 sq ft condo at 400k – 40k for parking = $550/ sq ft.)?
Hope you (or the loyal readers) can help!”
and
“Now that we’ve dealt with basement rental apts. can we find out about renting a parking space? I’m about to rent out a space behind my house – should I have some kind of lease or other agreement? Can we both just sign a general “Nothing that may ever happen to your car for any reason will ever be my fault or liability” kind of thing?”
This building is located at 2719 13th Street, NW:
The flier says:
“Living up to its reputation for unparalleled custom detailing, Brook Rose Development unveils a 2-year Columbia Heights restoration filled with intricate carpentry & finishes normally reserved for multi-million-dollar homes. One of only 2 units, this huge 2300 sqft 3BR 3BA + den duplex “lives” like a timeless, elegant residence with private entrance & parking – a “must-see”
You can find more info and here.
Wow, I’m really digging the photos. What do you guys think of the renovations? This house was split into two units. Unit #2 has already gone under contract for $899,000. Does $799,000 sound reasonable for this 3 bed/3bath?
In real life, hipchickindc is licensed as a real estate broker in the District of Columbia, and as a real estate salesperson in Maryland. Unless specifically noted, neither she nor the company that she is affiliated with represented any of the parties or were directly involved in the transaction reported below. Unless otherwise noted, the source of information is Metropolitan Regional Information Systems (MRIS), which is the local multiple listing system. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Featured Properties: 1113 Lamont St NW
Original List Price: $985,000.
List Price at Contract: $985,000.
List Date: 11/16/2009
Days on Market: 60
Settled Sales Price: $940,000.
Settlement Date: 03/10/2010
Seller Subsidy: $0.
Bank Owned?: No
Type Of Financing: Conventional
Original GDoN Post is: here.
Recent Listing is: here. I’ve also included the 2001 listing.
Having focused the past three Good Deal or Not Revisted (GDoN-R) posts on cash deals and flips, I was happy to come across this owner-occupied, non-foreclosure, straight forward conventionally financed deal. Good Deal or Not (GDoN) commenters were skeptical of the $900k+ price tag in Columbia Heights, but it ultimately sold within less than a 5% differential from the original list price. Continues after the jump. (more…)
I think I once showed these dogs from Columbia Heights back in the day. But I couldn’t take my eyes off them last weekend. I’m curious what you guys think because they seem very content to me. How long should dogs stay in a vestibule before it starts to be cruel?
Thanks to twitter user Ranagan for the heads up. He writes:
“Seems oddly low & set back from the row…”
I wonder if they’re doing it like this so they can install a proper porch? Anyone have any ideas?
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This house is located at Quincy St, NW at 10th Street, NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“3bd, 2 ba full-house with finished walk-out basement
– updated kitchen and baths
– spacious backyard w/ possible parking pad
– Southern exposure offers great sunlight all day long
– hardwood floors throughout
– washer/dryer
– seperate living, dining, family room/den”
The reader writes:
“I am dying to know what your readers think about the following craigslist ad for a 3bd/2ba single family home just a half block from the GA/Petworth metro station. The price is $2265 plus utilities. Is this reasonable or highway robbery for the area? Please help!!!”
I think this sounds reasonable, what do you guys think?
We have had many discussions about the Chipotle which opened up at 3113 14th Street, NW. It was a surprisingly (to me) controversial topic. I want to revisit it for one primary reason – it is always packed! I mean, I can walk by this place at 2:30 in the afternoon and there is a line. At noon and there is a line snaking completely around the store. And mind you, the line is comprised of black residents, white residents and latino residents. I mean it seems to be a real melting pot. This is not up for debate. It is very successful. But I am curious to hear from those who opposed its arrival. Seeing the success it has achieved among all residents, do you still think it was a bad idea for Columbia Heights (or any other neighborhood for that matter)?
This is not confirmed but I’m hearing that the construction near the west side of the Columbia Heights metro is to install another “solar flower” like those currently on the CH plaza. I hear there will only be one added here but again this unconfirmed at the moment. I’ll be sure to update with photos if this turns out to be the case.
And in other Columbia Heights news – the building at 11th and Park Streets, NW that will house the new restaurant and bar Meridian Pint has posted a new alcohol application license. Back in January we learned that the main floor restaurant will be called Meridian Pint while the downstairs bar will be called the Joint Chiefs. From the application:
“New contemporary American cuisine with 111 seats and a total occupancy load of 111. Request an Entertainment Endorsement with live acoustic music. No nude Performance.”
Wow, this is the first time I’ve ever seen “No nude Performance” on one of these…
Meridian Pint and the Joint Chiefs are slated to open in early June.