U Street

Wed. Afternoon Rental Option – U St, NW (reader request)

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1324 T Street, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“1324 T Street NW Charming Carriage House great location n the Logan circle area.
1 bedroom duplex/ 1.5 baths available to rent September 1st. Walking Distance to
shopping/restaurants/bars. Two blocks away from the Green Line, U-Street /Cardozo
Metro stop. Unit features hardwood floors on the first level, carpeted second level,
central air, dishwasher, washer/dryer, small balcony, and 1 off street parking space.”

The reader asks:

“Is this a good deal, especially considering it has a W/D in-unit and a parking spot?”

I think I’d need to see it person based on these photos but if the rooms are nice given the location I’m thinking this is reasonable. What do you guys think is $1700 reasonable for this 1 bedroom duplex/ 1.5 baths carriage house?

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option – U St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 2120 Vermont Ave, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Fabulous studio layout in exciting U Street Location accessible to tons of restaurants, cafes and nightlife. 1.5 blocks to U Street Metro.
2120 Vermont Avenue NW, the popular Rhapsody building offers a fitness room, underground parking, massive rooftop, and management on-site.
Open kitchen with breakfast bar and updated appliances.
Spacious floor plan with updated bath and great closet space.
Private patio off spacious Living Area.
Washer/dryer in-unit. Available for September 15th.”

Does $1600 sound reasonable for this unit?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – Columbia Heights/U Street

By Prince Of Petworth

This rental is located at 1417 Chapin St, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“Chic and cozy condo available fully-furnished starting 1 September.
Includes the following amenities:

• Mounted 42-inch flat screen HDTV
• Washer/dryer in the bedroom
• Brand new appliances
• Fully-stocked kitchen
• Bedding, and towels
• Fireplace in the bedroom
• Hardwood floors and granite countertops
• Designer furniture
• Sealy’s luxury mattress
• Adjustable thermostat and central AC
• Balcony and roof deck
• Street-side parking
• Water and garbage collection
• Cable and internet ready
• Bike rack
• Easy walk to two metros and 14th street busses
• Walking distance to Meridian Hills Park, Whole Foods, Giant, Harris Teeter, Yes Organic, dry cleaners, gym, nightlife, and restaurants”

Think this 1 bedroom will rent for $2200?

Dear PoP – Has Bella Cafe Opened?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Any word on Bella Cafe on Florida? I see they’re open, wondering about the menu, etc.”

I’m happy to report that Bella Cafe has opened at 900 Florida Ave, NW (by the 9:30 Club) in the old Asmara Cafe space. I stopped by and the place is looking great though there are not tons of bells and whistles.

I took some photos of the menu after the jump. Anyone check them out yet? (more…)

Lost and Found: Keys and Bike

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

This bicycle has been left unclaimed at Duffy’s Irish Pub (2106 Vermont Ave. NW) locked to the bike rack in front for almost a week now. Its a beautiful bike and obviously well cared for by its owner.

It is a vintage cruiser-type bike, rust red in color, with a white wire basket in front, vintage bell and a Honolulu registration tag on the rear (22035) from 1966. It also has a sticker that states ‘mend your fuelish ways’.

Can you post this before it is declared abandoned and taken in by MPD for safekeeping (which almost gaurantees the owner will not be found)?

Duffy’s is closed until Thursday, so after Thursday they can either go directly to Duffy’s and let him know, or they can shoot me an email ([email protected]). Even if it’s after it’s taken in for safekeeping, I can help them retrieve it.”

That is a sweet bike!

And a reader lost some keys in northern Columbia Heights

“Dear PoP,

I seem to have lost a set of keys on Sunday afternoon. There’s a chance I dropped them on the way in from the grocery store. (It was the Harris Teeter, actually, and I drove home so if they did fall, it was somewhere near the car/house.) Could you see if any of your readers picked them up? There’s a car key plus four other keys on a Coach key ring.”

If anyone happened to pick up these keys please email me and I’ll put you in touch with the reader.

Judging Restaurants – Desperados

By Prince Of Petworth

I know they’ve only been open for a little more than a week but I’m dying to hear from folks. There was a lot of anticipation when we heard that Desperados was moving into the old Polly’s space at 1342 U St, NW. Maybe it’s too early for a proper judging but for those who’ve checked them out, what are your initial thoughts re: their burgers and the overall atmosphere?

Thurs. Afternoon Rental Option – U St, NW (Income Restrictions)

By Prince Of Petworth


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This apartment is located at 1839 13th St, NW in The Whitelaw building.

The Craigslist ad says:

“The property has income restrictions & guidelines
Minimum income is $29,850 & Max. incomes are based on household size. When responding to email
1) Please note your HH size & we will inform you of the income requirements
2)Reply w/your questions & note your Tel#
3) Application may take 2 weeks for processing
The Whitelaw- 1BR available for immediate leasing
RENT: 1BR $995 + Gas & electricity
NICELY RENOVATED
*CENTRAL A/C, 2nd FL UNIT, DISHWASHER,
*ON SITE LAUDRY ROOM
*WALL TO WALL CARPET
*GREAT LOCATION-WALK TO METRO
IN THE HEART OF U ST.
**SORRY-NO PETS**
PLEASE REPLY WITH YOUR QUESTIONS AND TELEPHONE #
WE WILL BE SHOWING THE PROPERTY NEXT WEEK 8/16-8/19/2010!”

For those that meet the income restrictions this could be awesome. If you meet it a 1 bedroom could be yours for $995. Anyone familiar with the building?

What the Helen of Troy is This? 13th and W St, NW (Reader Request)

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoP,

Any idea what is the building at the corner of 13th and W st NW? It has a couple doors in front, and a couple truck loading docks in back. Maybe a power substation or telecom building?”

Hmm, it’s funny I’ve walked past this building a million times and never thought who actually owns/runs it. We learned about the odd Verizon building on 14th St, NW so is this a Pepco building? Anyone guesses?

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