Logan Circle

“52,500 SF construction project will be an eight-story, 32-unit luxury condominium building replacing a vacant lot”

By Prince Of Petworth

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1427-1429 Rhode Island Ave, NW

From a press release:

“SIGAL Construction Corporation has begun construction at the Elysium Logan at Rhode Island Avenue, NW. Once completed, the 52,500 SF new construction project will be an eight-story, 32-unit luxury condominium building which is replacing a vacant lot in the 14th Street Historic District.

Designed by PGN Architects and developed by Madison Investments, the urban infill project will feature a mix of 1, 2, and 2+ den units ranging from 550 SF to 2,400 SF with an average unit size of 1,200 SF, providing options for families and empty-nesters looking to downsize. Three penthouse units will feature large livable penthouse levels with private outdoor decks accessed by stairs and seven units will feature private elevator access.

Ground floor units will be slightly elevated from grade, and the entrance steps to the building will extend into the public space on the street creating a stoop echoing the townhouse design aesthetic of the neighborhood. The building will also feature balconies for units facing the alley and a green roof. The below-grade facility primarily will be for bike storage and parking.

The project is slated for completion in Summer 2017.”

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Rendering via Madison Investments

“Can individuals really post signs 12 hours in advance for a “party” and subject citizens to ticket and towing charges and fines?”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

I noticed from my window (Friday @ 8:24pm) people were posting signs. I couldn’t see what the signs said from my window but I took a picture of them anyway. This morning [Saturday] on my way to the airport I checked out the signs. They are all down the 1300 block of R st NW for “emergency” no parking with a reason “Shinola Detroit block party” starting Saturday at 9:30.

Can individuals really post signs 12 hours in advance for a “party” and subject citizens to ticket and towing charges and fines?”

Today’s Rental is a “Polished Logan 1 Bed”

By Prince Of Petworth

1316 12th Street Northwest

This rental is located at 1316 12th Street, Northwest. The listing says:

“Polished Logan 1 Bed/Bat Rental offers modern living w/ wood floors, high ceilings and clean lines, nestled in a turn-of-the-century brownstone with historic facade. Open concept eat-in kitchen features stnlss appls, granite counters and breakfast bar. BR suite w/ walk-in closet. Designer bath w/ glass shower. Central A/C. In-home W/D. Pets ok. Walk to metro and best of Logan / 14th St and Shaw.”

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You can see more photos here.

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $2,300/Mo.

Shots Fired in Logan Circle Last Night

By Prince Of Petworth

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via google maps

From MPD just before 2am:

“Members of the Third District are currently investigating a call for the sounds of gunshots in the 1300 block of R Street N.W. Units have located shell casings, but at this time, no victims have been located. Traffic in this area may be affected by this investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

Today’s Rental has “large windows 10ft ceiling, open floor plan and Bamboo floors”

By Prince Of Petworth

1300 N Street Northwest

This rental is located at 1300 N Street, Northwest. The listing says:

“Rare Contemporary sunny 2BR+2FB in Logan built in 04 . Featuring SS appliance, and large windows 10ft ceiling, open floor plan and Bamboo floors. Building features E-lounge with internet access, gym and building patio. Just steps away from Metro, Whole Foods, Starbucks, restaurants, bars and the energy of 14th St. Corridor!! Available July 15th, Parking Included”

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You can see more photos here.

This 2 bed/2 bath is going for $3,350/Mo.

Move Your Damn Car – Vol. 2 – Fed Ex

By Prince Of Petworth

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A reader nominates:

“This Fed Ex truck was completely blocking the pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Rhode Island Ave and Q St NW right in front of Seaton Elementary School. It was during the evening rush hour on a week day. The driver was nowhere to be seen. This is already a dangerous crossing because cars fly off Rhode Island and onto Q without looking for pedestrians. As you can sort of see from the photo there was plenty of space for the driver to pull up so they wouldn’t be blocking the pedestrian crossing but apparently they just couldn’t be bothered.”

Today’s Rental has “NO shared walls w/neighbor and NO neighbor above”

By Prince Of Petworth

1431 11th Street Northwest

This rental is located at 1431 11th Street, Northwest. The listing says:

“Brand New 1BR in LOGAN–NO shared walls w/neighbor and NO neighbor above–in boutique 6-unit condo building by acclaimed Robertson Development. Bright and spacious floor plan w/East & West exposure. Wide-plank hickory wood flooring throughout, lighting on dimmers, ELFA closets. Kitchen w/Quartz counters and under cab lighting. Bath w/Carrara marble counters & frameless glass shower doors.”

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You can see more photos here.

This 1 bed/1 bath is going for $2,400/Mo.

“It’s heartbreaking to have to be the one to tell them they’ve been scammed”

By Prince Of Petworth

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“Dear PoPville,

Wanted to solicit advice on this situation, which has now occurred three times in three weeks. It seems our place has been listed on craigslist as a vacation rental. Three times now, there is a random ring on our doorbell, and we open the door to find families that are expecting to stay at our address for a week’s vacation. They explain that they have already paid money via wire transfer from their bank accounts. Two of the families were from St. Augustine, FL, and had driven the whole way. They showed us an official looking lease arrangement with our address shown. It’s heartbreaking to have to be the one to tell them they’ve been scammed- not to discount how the families must feel, of course.

I called the police, but they said that I was not being scammed, so I had nothing to report; that the families would have to report the crime. But this is bothersome. We emailed craigslist to report the scam, but who knows if that will work. I’ve become somewhat on edge, fearing that in the middle of the day, on any day, I may have to go break more bad news to people at my door. And what if they become angry? I don’t know what recourse we have. Apparently, this is a common scam. Has anyone else experienced this?”

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