Logan Circle

Development Scuttlebutt: Developers Working on Acquiring Property at 14th and S St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

File this under pure scuttlebutt – but it’s from a pretty reliable source and given how much the area is blowing up, it seems pretty realistic. First, I’m hearing that the Frontier properties (the light brown row houses across the street from Standard on S Street) will be redeveloped into a commercial building with retail on the ground floor.

Second, a developer is looking into the parking lot behind Masa 14 and would like to develop it into a residential project.

Neither of these two projects are a done deal but the ball has started rolling.

Stay tuned…

Dear PoPville – Laundry in Columbia Heights? + Laundromat at 11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW to Reopen in 2-3 weeks

By Prince Of Petworth


11th and Rhode Island St, NW

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve been using the Good Buy Laundromat at 11th and Lamont for a little over two years. I’ve generally had good experiences there, but since the management changed several months ago, the wash prices have nearly tripled (from as low as $0.75 to $2 or more per load). At the same time, all of the top-load machines have been unplugged and labeled “out of order” — presumably because their coin slots can only accommodate four quarters. On top of all of that, the place is only open until 7 p.m. during certain times of year.

Can anyone recommend a laundromat in the area that is either cheaper or open later? The place on Park between 13th and 14th seems to have some of the same issues. Alternatively, does anyone want to invite me over to use their washing machine?”

Back in April ’11 we learned that the one at 11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW had closed. When I walked by last weekend, it was completely gutted. Some workmen said that it should reopen as a new laundromat in the next 2-3 weeks. Though that’s obviously not particularly close to Columbia Heights and I’m not sure how much it will cost. I’d recommend looking into the Cardozo-Shaw Laundromat at 2710 11th St, NW. Does anyone know how much that one costs? Know of other low cost options?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 11th and P St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“For rent Sept 16 — Large, bright Two Bedroom Apartment in Shaw — This is a great, primary residential property located in the North West quadrant of Washington, DC. Wonderful cosmopolitan neighborhood located in the Shaw community. This beautiful 19th century Victorian row houses is spacious and based in a historical district. Public transportation is easily accessible and conveniently located . The Green and Yellow Metro lines at Shaw-Howard Univ Station are close by. The neighborhood offers a variety of cultural experiences and features one of the largest varieties of Ethiopian food in the city. The neighborhood is in walking distance to Whole Foods, the newly built convention center, Verizon Center, Historic U Street corridor, including the Lincoln Theatre, jazz clubs and a variety of restaurants like Ben’s Chili Bowl and quaint boutiques for shopping and entertainment enjoyment.

A great English Basement Style Apartment – Two Bedroom
• Wood burning fireplace
• Washer and dryer in the unit
• Dishwasher
• Recently remodeled bathroom and kitchen”

I know it’s tough because there aren’t any photos inside but I like the location and the price so I’m curious what you guys think – $1950 sound right for this 2 bedroom English basement?

Miss Pixies Moving From Logan Circle in 2012!?!?!

By Prince Of Petworth

Back in April ’08 Miss Pixies moved into the old Powell’s Auto Parts Shop at 14th and R St, NW. In a Washington Examiner article lamenting the closing of Ruff n Ready up the street at 14th and T St, NW, a troubling tidbit is buried at the end of the article:

Pixie Windsor, who has run Miss Pixie’s furniture store down the street for almost four years, is preparing to move. Her lease runs out in March, and the rent will rise. “We come in and make a place cool and popular,” she says, “then they kick us out. That’s the way it works.”

The Pig – New Restaurant from Eatwell DC Group – Coming to 1320 14t St NW in Logan Circle

By Prince Of Petworth

From an Eatwell DC press release:

“Eatwell DC;s David Winer announced the lease for a new restaurant was signed yesterday.

The Pig—located at 1320 14t St NW

The pig will be a pork centric, “Nose to Tail” and “Farm to Table” restaurant, showcasing Eatwell DC’s own farm in La Plata MD, EatWell Natural Farm, and local pork producers, Dorsey Meats in Woodsboro, MD. We will also feature craft cocktails, American Beers and Wines from eco-conscious producers as well as small batch bourbons.

The Pig will be a cozy Logan Circle neighborhood place (2800 s/f), 72 seats and 15 barstools, chef driven operation, that will evoke the feel of old abattoir. “The Pig will be a neighborhood priced, neighborhood driven restaurant,” Eatwell’s president David Winer says. “Our want, goal and desire is serving our neighborhood and surrounding areas with ethically treated and natural products—all local and farm fresh.”

The operators will be David Winer, Josh Hahn, Antonio Oquendo, Andrew Howells and Billy McCormick, Exec Chef, the partners in EatWell DC, owners of Logan Tavern, Grillfish, Commissary and The Heights.

The Pig will initially serve Sat & Sun Brunch as well as Dinner 7 nights a week with lunch to be added eventually.

The Pig is expected to open in early spring of 2012.”

Sweet!!! This is the former Rollin Cycles space that started getting renovated in Sept. ’10.

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn “Second Empire beauty” edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 1340 Corcoran St, NW:


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The flier says:

“Second Empire beauty! Rarely available. Semi-det Vict bayfront w/ secluded side garden/patio. Outside hot tub, workshop/storage. TWO income units (Eng bsmt 2BR + carriage house 1BR) bring in $48k/yr. EVERY bell n whistle, includ gourmet kit, brazilian hdwd flrs with inlay, top of line bathrooms. One-of-a-kind and lovely home convenient to every service and entertainment!”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

Another one that I’ve walked by a million times and have always wondered what the inside looked like. I’m not disappointed. What do you think of the inside?

This 5 bed/3.5 bath is going for $1,695,000.

Shooting at 11th and Rhode Island Ave, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


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“Dear PoP,

I was with my dog and about 200 other people at the big park at 11th and Rhode Island today at about 6:50pm. All of a sudden we heard about 8 gunshots from the basketball courts there, and the 50 or so people who’d been playing or watching the game scattered. We took a minute to figure out what was going on and then headed home. By that time there were about 15 cop cars and a helicopter in the area. When we were walking up 11th towards S there were 2 guys who’d been shot- neither looked seriously hurt but we were across the street- and they were both surrounded by cops.

Despite having been there, I can’t believe someone would open fire in the middle of a crowd like that, in the middle of the afternoon. Makes me really sad for my neighborhood.

Earthquakes and gun battles- and it’s only Tuesday.”

MPD confirms:

“This evening, Third District police responded to 11 & RI Ave, NW, for a report of sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, they discovered 2 victims suffering from non life-threatening gunshot wounds. They were taken to area hospital for medical treatment.

Anyone who may have witnessed or has information concerning the incident is asked to call MPD at (202) 727-9099.”

Scuttlebutt: Cava Mezze Grill Coming to old Post Office at 14th and T St, NW?

By Prince Of Petworth

Back in July ’11 we learned that the folks behind the proposed Post Office Bistro had pulled their liquor application. It is not clear if that was the result of some neighborhood opposition or not. I just heard some serious scuttlebutt about the space and am very curious to hear what you think.

Back in May ’11 I had heard that the folks behind Cava Mezze Grill were looking to open some more locations in DC (they are currently located in Bethesda, you can see their menu here.) Cava Grill is run by the same folks who own Cave Wine Bar located on Barracks Row at 527 8th St SE. Anyway, I’m hearing that they are looking to open a Cava Grill at the old Post Office building at 1407 T St, NW.

This is purely scuttlebutt right now but I’ll give it a 77% accuracy rating. More info when/if it becomes available.

Any fans of the Cava Grill in Bethesda? Do you think one would work here in Logan Circle/U Street?

UPDATE: CavaGrill Tweets, “sorry, that info is incorrect. We are looking in the District, but not that area.”

(Was it a) Good Deal or Not? “w/ the utmost attention to quality & design” edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 1925 12th St, NW:


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The flier says:

“This beautiful & spacious hm, complete reno in 2002 w/ the utmost attention to quality & design. 2BR +(third bedroom or den), two & a half bath w/ a spectacular granite & stainless kitchen, family room, luxury baths and beautiful restored hardwood floors. Private terrace & pkg”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

This 3 bed/2.5 bath went under contract in 11 days (asking price was $899,000.) Are you surprised it went under contract so quickly?

Logan Lofts Turns Rentals at 1503 11th St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


From Feb. ’11

“Dear PoP,

Got an email from the Logan Lofts people that they’re now renting the units. I guess sales never worked out. These were priced really high from what I remember. You covered the construction here.

Their email gives the following rents, which again, I think are a little high for that neighborhood.

UNIT #1 2BR/2BA $3,100/month
UNIT #2 2BR/2BA $3,250/month
UNIT #3 2BR/2BA $3,350/month
UNIT #4 2BR/2BA $3,450/month”

Logan Lofts is located at 1503 11th St, NW. You can see a virtual tour here. Think those rental prices are realistic?

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