Mount Vernon Squangle

Dear PoP – Building Demolition at 6th and M St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Any idea about what might be going up where this building once stood on M street, between 7th and 6th streets?
I took these pictures right before Christmas, and now it is entirely demolished.

From the looks of it, this building was probably from the 1850s or 1860s. Anyone know the history behind this building, or what is now going up in it’s former location?”

Looks like the building was affiliated with The United House of Prayer for All People from 601 M St, NW. Cultural Tourism DC writes:

“601 M Street, NW
Washington, DC

The United House of Prayer for All People, Church on the Rock of the Apostolic Faith, was incorporated in 1927 by Charles M. “Sweet Daddy” Grace (1881-1960). Originally from the Cape Verde Islands, Grace was one of several Washington religious leaders, including Elder Lightfoot Michaux, offering worshipers an expressive alternative to traditional Protestantism.”

Anyone know any other details? Anyone know what is going to be built here?

9th Street News – Somethings Coming Soon

By Prince Of Petworth

When I walked by the old EFN Lounge space at 1318 9th St, NW last weekend I heard some serious work going on inside. There are also a number of permits on the door, one of which says the proposed new use will continue to be a restaurant. Anyone hear any rumors/scuttlebutt of what/who’s going in?

Stay tuned for more details as they become available.

And nearby at 1414 9th St, NW in the old Vegetate space, Cafe Eagle and Lounge has applied for a liquor license.

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Vernon Sq.

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 410 Ridge St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Tree-lined Ridge Street hosts this fabulous basement 1 bedroom. This quaint apartment has central AC for those hot DC summers ! What a great location just 2 blocks to the Convention Center and 7th St/Mt Vernon Sq METRO. Walk downtown to experience DC citylife at its best, great restaurants, theatre, and night life. Neutral decor throughout, new carpet, newer appliances to include Dishwasher.”

Does $950 plus utilities sound about right?

Am I Losing My Mind or Did These Used to be Painted Orange?

By Prince Of Petworth

These apartments are located around 5th and N St, NW and if I’m not completely losing my mind – I think the windows used to be painted orange. Of course I can’t find my post when previously looked at them but can anyone confirm that they used to be orange? And if so – do you like them better now?

Tues. Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Vernon Square

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at M ST NW at 4 ST NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“900 sq ft. 1Bd/1Ba. This lower level apartment has plenty of windows and lots of light. The unit was recently renovated with new floors and a brand new kitchen with stainless steel appliances (dish washer, refrigerator and gas range). Apartment features central AC for those hot DC summers and full size washer and dryer. The bedroom is large, it has 3 windows and can easily fit any size bed.
Location:
Great location! Just 3 blocks to the Convention Center/Mt Vernon Sq METRO down tree-lined M St. 5 min walk to Chinatown for great restaurants, theatre, and night life. A new Harris Teeter just opened 4 blocks from the apartment, and a gourmet Safeway, Busboys & Poets, Taylor Gourmet, Kushi, Starbucks, Ace Hardware, and a gym are all within 5 minute walk. Under a half mile to numerous bus lines, including DC Circulator, G2 to Georgetown, Loudoun Commuter and more. Plenty of street parking with Zone 2 permit. Capital Bikeshare station three blocks away.
Details:
Apartment is immediately available.
Rent includes ALL utilities ($200+ value):
– Gas
– Electric
– Water
– Garbage
– Cable
– Wireless Internet Access

Gated parking available in the back of the property for additional fee.
Sorry, no pets, no smoking.”

Does $1750 sound realistic for this 1 bedroom?

Dear PoP – Biking Hazard at 9th and L St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

There are metal tracks at 9th and L. Sorry that I don’t have pictures. (check this out: http://www.shorpy.com/node/5130 – but numbers suggest this is closer to 9th and D)

My guess (after a google) is that the metal tracks are a remnant and not part of any future plan…from wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streetcars_in_Washington,_D.C.): On July 1, 1864, a second streetcar company, the Metropolitan Railroad, was incorporated. It opened lines from the Capitol to the War Department along H Street NW. In 1872, it built a line on 9th Street NW and purchased the Union Railroad (chartered on January 19, 1872)

The issue is that when biking down 9th there’s some kind of construction barricade that has been there for as long as I remember in the right lane so bikers are in essence forced onto these metal tracks. I got caught in the tracks two weeks ago at the same corner on my bike and got away with just a few scratches. Last night a biker got caught, fell, and I suspect that she broke her arm. When the ambulance arrived one of the drivers when I told him what happened suggested I call the mayor. I think the implication was that this happens a lot right there.

Anyway, wondering if others have also got caught in the tracks and if there’s a plan for future track use there or maybe something a little cement might be able to fix – or an explicit bike lane.
Until then, I’ll avoid biking down 9th”

I headed down to take some pictures and noticed these metal areas at 9th and L and 9th and Mass.  But I think this are rather new and somehow affiliated with the new convention center.  But I can see how bike wheels can stuck in them.  But maybe there is another metal section that I missed?  Anyone know what these things are? Any other bikers having trouble here?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – Mt. Vernon Square

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1112 M Street, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Available early November : Large studio 435 square feet, $1375/mo, all utilities included. Separate eat-in kitchen, walk-in closet, tons of light.
Short walk to Mt. Vernon Metro, McPherson Square and Metro Center stations.
Cable/high-speed internet access ready, bike storage, laundry on-site
Sorry, no pets!”

Does $1375 sound realistic for this 435 square foot studio?

Awesome harvest transom

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

I spotted a great temporary transom make of harvest materials on 8th Street NW between O and N on a small house next to the church.

it’s a great block architecturally speaking and the fruity transom is great!”

This is a great one! I think they had a similar display last year as well. This is probably my favorite non stained glass transom in town.

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