“Dear PoP,
Where can you find some of the best local comedians practicing their craft for free? Ras Restaurant in the Georgia/Petworth area! The event is hosted by local comic Wayne Manigo, host of ‘Bellylaughs in Bethesda’.
Several comics from the DC/MD/VA will perform some of their best work and work out new material. There is no cost to attend, so please come out and support local comedy!”
The events will take place on Tuesdays from 8-10pm.
Ras Restaurant is located at 4809 Georgia Ave, NW.
Photo by PoPville flickr user jsmjr
I’m not gonna lie – when a weekend ends and I post about 4 shootings, a stabbing and a fire that occurs across the city – I can get a bit blue. So I thought you guys might feel the same and would also enjoy a bit of good news. No scratch that, a bit of fan-freaking-tastic I can hardly contain my joy potential news.
Unfortunately I can’t get into details about an exact location but let’s just say somewhere on Georgia Ave (not in a newly constructed building). I got word from a business owner who is looking to open up a new neighborhood bar. And let me say that this is not a novice but a group with a great track record. Frankly I nearly fell off my chair when I read the news. Anyway, the group is familiar with PoPville and knows from time to time we can be a bit opinionated. They also know that many of us love and respect beer and a good neighborhood bar. And they want our opinion – what is the theme of a bar you’d most like to see open up on Georgia Ave?
Initially I was thinking something like a Busboys and Poets or a Tryst type spot. However, I heard that a Beer Garden was also a possibility and I nearly fell off my chair once again. I would still do backflips for a Busboys or a Tryst but I’m gonna make my vote for a Beer Garden. What type of neighborhood bar/restaurant would you most like to see on Georgia Ave?
Thanks to a reader for sending the updates and photo from the 600 block of Kennedy St, NW.
DCFireems writes:
“update – 609 Kennedy St NW – significant damage to 1st fl Church – 3 sty mixed use bldg, incl apts, poss 11 displaced (8 kids, 3 adults)”
and
“Update – Kennedy St NW – no injuries – cause of fire under investigation – damage to Mt Carmel Miracle Temple of God Church is significant”
and finally:
“Update – Kennedy St NW – cause, elec in nature; damage, $75K; smoke alarms alerted occupants; no inj;Red Cross not needed”
Voted one of the best real estate agents in DC by the Washington City Paper Readers’ Choice Poll in 2009, hipchickindc aka the not-so-hip Suzanne Des Marais is an Associate Broker with Urban Pace. She lives (and sells a lot of houses) in Bloomingdale, but works all over DC, with everyone from first time buyers to highly regarded developers. 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 Property: 748 Princeton Place NW
Legal Subdivision: Columbia Heights
Original List Price: $598,000.
List Price at Contract: $569,000.
List Date: 09/18/2010
Days on Market: 48
Settled Sales Price: $575,000.
Settlement Date: 11/30/2010
Seller Subsidy: $20,000.
Bank Owned?: No Short Sale? No
Type Of Financing: Conventional
Original GDoN is: here.
The Listing can be seen: here. To see pics of each listing open the listing link, click on the main pic, and scroll through.
Purchased as a foreclosure in May for $324,000., this property was back on the market completely renovated by September. Although it hung around for over a month on the market, it sold at a net of $555,000.
The recent owners of 748 Princeton Place NW travel under the name of Superior Properties, LLC. In 2010 alone, they show up on record as having purchased a total of six properties (including the subject), all located in Petworth and Columbia Heights. Of those six properties, one is active, one has not yet hit the market, one is under contract, and three have sold. If you’re interested in other examples of their work, you can see those listings here.
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This rental is located at 4014 Kansas Ave, NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“Come see this modern efficiency available for mid to late December move-in. Apartment is located on the 2nd floor of this 3 floor building. 2 coin-operated washers and dryers located in the basement of the building. Free parking available behind building. Rent includes water and gas. Tenant pays electric. Lease term is for one (1) year. Security deposit is $795 and application fee is $35 per applicant.”
The reader writes:
“Less than $800 seems insane so I’m curious if your readers would have any insight.”
Well, it won’t be luxury living so I actually think this is a fair price for an efficiency at this location. I wouldn’t consider this a super steal – I’m just saying this is normally priced. What do you guys think – $795 sound right for this efficiency?
This home is located at 710 Quincy St, NW:
The flier says:
“Semi-detached town home 5 minute walk to Petworth metro. Open and modern kitchen w/ bar, exposed brick on 1st floor, modern deco lights, new whirlpool appliance, 2 sided fireplace in kit, stone countertops, granite sinks and addition off kit. Legal 1 br rental unit in basement w/ eat kitchen and outside storage for bike. Master bedroom suite w/ full bath, and 2 other lg br w/ balcony. Off street park”
You can find more info here and photos here.
So what do you think of the home itself? It was originally on the market for $720,000 but is now being offered at $690,000. What do you think this 3 bed/3.5 bath will actually go for?
“CELEBRATE THE TALENTS OF LOCAL ARTISTS AND CRAFTERS AT THE UPSHUR STREET ARTS FAIR THIS COMING SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, FROM 11AM-4PM. SHOP FOR UNIQUE, HANDCRAFTED HOLIDAY GIFTS, VISIT LOCAL BUSINESSES, AND GET INTO THE YULETIDE SPIRIT WITH YOUR NEIGHBORS, DOMKU’S WARMING GLOGG, AND LIVE MUSIC. HAPPY HOLIDAYS, EVERYONE! THE EVENT TAKES PLACE BETWEEN 821-829 UPSHUR ST, NW.”
Thanks to a reader for sending the photos of this sad news on Sat. night around 8:30pm.
Another reader writes:
“Literally, the building was on fire. From all appearances, nobody was in the building and the fire was under control shortly after I shot this video. After I stopped shooting, the fire department put a ladder up on the building next to the patio the blaze was on and used a hose to douse the flames. Lots of fire department personnel on the scene, along with the usual array of ambulances and squad cars. Honestly, didn’t seem like a huge deal and looks like the situation was handled quickly and with a fair degree of ease.”
@DCFireems says:
“Update – Ga AV – Correct address -3701 New Hampshire Av NW – fire knocked – no inj”
“Update – 3701 NH Ave NW – Sweet Mango Cafe – restaurant – fire under control – moderate damage – no injury”
More info as it becomes available.
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This home is located at 4816 5th St, NW:
The flier says:
“BRAND NEW FROM TOP TO BOTTOM TOWNHOME IN SOUGHT AFTER PETWORTH AREA! COME MOVE INTO THIS OPEN FLOOR PLAN OF 3 BEAUTIFULLY COMPLETED LEVELS. BRAZILIAN CHERRY HARDWOOD, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, NEW BOSCH APPLIANCES. THIS HOME BOASTS 4BD 3.5 BATH WITH A LARGE MASTER BATH WITH HIS/HER WALK IN CLOSET! LARGE BSMT WITH FULL SHOWER AND 4TH BEDROOM.”
You can find more info here and photos here.
The reader writes:
“The developers re-did everything inside, and it looks pretty good. There’s nothing to do but move in your furniture. each bedroom has an enormous closet, and you could have a party in the tub in the master bath. I’m not sure how you choose the GDoNs, but I think this is a good candidate. Plus, we want nice neighbors soon!”
Does $529,900 sound realistic for this 4 bed/3.5 bath?
Ed. Note: I’ve been getting a few inquiries like this so I thought it would be fun to start it as a regular feature. If you’re looking to rent a place out and are curious what is a realistic price send an email with ‘what’s a fair price’ in the title to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com. We can also do this for people selling their homes if interested.
We just purchased a fully renovated house on the 3600 block of 11th St. NW with a wicked nice basement apartment rental unit. We would love some input on how much you (and the readers) think it is worth! We hope to advertise it sometime this month. Here are the details:
* ALL NEW!
* 1000 sqft 1 bdrm apartment
* All utilities included (minus cable/internet)
* Washer/dryer in the unit
* All new kitchen appliances
* Easy on street parking (there are always spots!)
* Just a hop & skip to all the new bars on 11th Street! Meridian Pint, Red Rocks, and what hopefully will be a rockin’ bar being build by the owners of Local 16th!
* .6 miles to Columbia Heights metro and all it’s glory! Think Target, Marshalls, IHOP, etc…
* .3 miles to Petworth. Certainly not too long until it is also glorious! Especially if your shuttlebutt is right on and that coffee shop moves in like you noted in the blog. Not to mention the new sports bar going in next to the Looking Glass.
* Solid size bathroom with great sink and fancy facet!
* Easy walk to 16th street for all the express buses
* Quiet one way street
* Great landlord!
Thanks for the input!
(Note: The photos don’t show a cooking range or refrigerator since we just ordered them from Home Depot – they will arrive next weekend)
I think I gotta stick with the $1300-$1500 range – what do you guys think?
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