Shaw

Funky Fresh Marketplace Every Saturday & Sunday in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Jordan for sending:

“For about a month there have been about 10 or so vendors setting up every Saturday/Sunday in the Howard University parking lots across from Barnes and Noble on Georgia Ave (2200 block).

Definitely a mix of vendors with really random things — plants, leather purses, records, miscellaneous rugs, furniture, and even a vendor with laundry detergent and t-shirts. It doesn’t seem to get a ton of foot traffic–which is too bad since it’s nice to see and support people making use of an empty lot to do something community-friendly.”

“Thus far in 2017, there have been 77 condos settled over $1.2 Million and above.”

By Prince Of Petworth

Good Deal or Not Revisited (GDoN-R) is a weekly post that reviews the settled sales data of a recent individual real estate transaction in the District of Columbia. Each post is intended as a case study and a snapshot of the real estate market at a particular moment in time. GDoN-R generally posts on Friday in the late morning.

GDoN-R has been written exclusively for PoPville since 2009 by Suzanne Des Marais. Suzanne is a practicing Realtor with the Bediz Group, LLC at Keller Williams Capital Properties . 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 and/or Smartcharts by Showingtime. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Featured Property: 910 M St NW #712
Legal Subdivision: Old City #2
Advertised Subdivision per Listing: Mount Vernon Square/Shaw
Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Parking: Underground Garage (two spaces) Ownership: Condo
Monthly condo fee: $811.59 Square Footage per listing of interior: 1496
Also includes: Storage Unit, 1300 square foot private roof terrace, Building has elevators, a gym and a roof top swimming pool.
Original List Price: $1,250,000. List Price at Contract: $1,250,000.
List Date: 4/23/2017 Days on Market: 6
Settled Sales Price: $1,250,000.
Seller Subsidy: $0.
Settlement Date: 7/18/2017
Transaction type: Standard

Original GDoN post can be seen: here.

The original listing can be seen here: here.

The Whitman came to life in 2006, during a wave of development in Mount Vernon around the (then new) Convention Center. Large multi-unit high amenity residential buildings popped up in the area seemingly overnight and transformed the downtown Mass Avenue corridor. (more…)

End of an Era coming: Town Danceboutique Closing in a Year

By Prince Of Petworth


2009 8th Street, NW (off Florida Ave) courtesy Town

Whoa. Thanks to everyone who messaged me about the big Town news:

Ed. Note: Recently three gay bars have opened nearby – Trade (below Black Whiskey), Dirty Goose on U Street, and Uproar on Florida Ave. (Not to mention Nellie’s.) But this is gonna be a tough one to digest for many.

Today in People Driving Poorly

By Prince Of Petworth


1501 9th Street, NW at P St.

Well last night anyway. Thank God this wasn’t so much worse. Sarah reports around 11pm:

“A black SUV crashed into the patio of Chaplin’s tonight and then sped north up 9th St…. doesn’t look like anyone was hurt thankfully…”

Maxwell Wine Bar Opens 5pm Today on 9th Street in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth


1336 9th St, NW at O Street

Thanks to Matt for emailing word. This is the former Piassa and Azi’s space (and a few others.) Maxwell’s website says:

“Maxwell Park is a wine bar located in the heart of Washington DC’s historic Shaw neighborhood devoted to the adventurous imbiber. The brainchild of Sommelier Brent Kroll, Maxwell Park aims to deliver a one-two punch of refined fun + expert execution by way of a constant rotation of glasses, bottles, guest chefs, dishes, visiting somms, winemakers and more.

The bar features 50 or so wines by the glass, about half of which rotate out according the month’s theme – and all of which are served at one of four optimal temps using a crazy high-tech refrigeration system. (more…)

Getting in on that Sweet Game of Thrones Pop Up Action on 7th – Drift

By Prince Of Petworth


1819 7th Street, NW via Drift on 7th

From an email:

“Nothing is better than a great Pop-Up Bar. On June 21st, Derek Brown and Angie Fetherston’s Drink Company will transform its trio of Shaw establishments–Mockingbird Hill, Southern Efficiency and Eat the Rich into the Game of Thrones-inspired North, Hall of Faces and The King’s Landing respectively.

Of course, this will be popular. There will be queuing. As the Lannister faithful line up to enjoy the fabulous atmosphere and cocktails, the pop-ups’ 7th Street neighbor, Drift on 7th, is poised to serve those who may become a little peckish while waiting for their turn to imbibe. Following The Drink Company’s lead, and in keeping with the Game of Thrones theme, Drift on 7th will offer some easy-to-eat apps. Options include “King of the North Mussels;” “Decary’s Wings,” chicken wings served just right; “Drinklage Shot,” a special libation from the bar; “Lannister Gold Corn,” Drift’s rendition of Crazy Corn and”Children of the Forrest & Dragons,” a GOT inspired version of their classic, ‘Tots and Tentacles.’ Those on line can have a place-saver and stop in for a quick bite to eat in or take out to share with their comrades while they prepare for their TV show inspired cocktail experience that will no doubt be superb. (more…)

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