U Street

It’s Been a While Since We’ve Had Some Sweet Scuttlebutt

By Prince Of Petworth

I got some good juice for ya. It seems the folks behind Marvin (14th and U) are becoming the Joe Englert (developer of many H Street, NE bars/restaurants) of the U Street neighborhood. The latest I’ve heard is that they have purchased the old Cue Bar located at 1115 U St, NW. I hear this spot will become a bar/dance spot.

Additionally I heard they purchased the vacant lot located right next door to Marvin on 14th Street just north of U. Not sure what that will become but I’m guessing it’ll be a bar/restaurant of some sort.

Good news?

Good Deal or Not? Turret Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This condo is located at 1301 T Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Fantastic location! Just 1 block to U St. Metro. Attractive corner 3 unit condo. The turret is the dining room just off a fully equipped kitchen w/ granite counters. The LR has built-ins, skylight & a gas FP. MBR has a balcony. Unique fetures & wood floors throughout. Off street parking is included and pets are welcome. .. huge wrap around yard to play in. A charmer in a great neighborhood!!”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

I think this is a pretty interesting unit. You have to check out the virtual tour. The rooms are really uniquely shaped in a pretty cool way. It’s also nice that it’s got skylights. What do you think of the shapes of the rooms? Does $499,000 sound good for a 2 bed 1 bath unit in this location?

New Cell Phone Company Taking Over Prime Storefronts in U Street and Adams Morgan

By Prince Of Petworth

I had noticed the sign at the corner of 14th and U Streets, NW and a reader wrote in about the Adams Morgan location:

“What’s going in the space next to Shwarma King on the 1600 block of Columbia Road?”

I spoke to some workmen at the Columbia Road location (1652) and they said Cricket Communication will be coming in the next few weeks. From their Web site they say:

“Cricket is a simple, affordable wireless service offering consumers and local businesses a flat-rate unlimited service over the latest technology, high-quality, all-digital CDMA2000 1X and 1xEV-DO wireless network. Designed for customers whose basic and advanced wireless needs have not been met by traditional communications companies, Cricket is the pioneer of unlimited services with no long-term commitments or credit checks required.”

I’m gonna file this under – it’s better than an empty storefront…

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Deal Sealed For Building at 14th and T – Room & Board Furniture

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to a reader for forwarding an email he received from Room & Board:

“We wanted you to be the first to know: We’ve purchased the Taylor Motors Building at 14th and T. Here’s a sneak peek just for our Customer Advisory Board members. This great building will be restored without taking away from its character or architectural details. We’re so excited to become a part of the neighborhood!”

While it’s not as exciting the Tryst type proposal it’s still great news that this building will finally have a new owner.

City Paper has a full press release from the company.

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. Porn Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 1826 15th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Fantastic opportunity to own the beautifully renovated home. Details paid to every aspect. Designer kitchen and baths, huge separate dining room, huge living room, 2 very large bedrooms + DEN and 2.5 baths in the main residence PLUS 1 bedroom + DEN and full bath, huge kitchen in the Rentable In-Law Suite, great rear deck, TWO CAR PARKING, This is a must see property.”

More info and photos found here.

I don’t know what it is about odd number streets but I’m a huge fan of 15th, 13th and 11th. Do you dig the kitchen? This house can be yours for $1,150,000. I’ll just add there is also a house very close by at 1834 15th St..

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It’s a bit smaller but has some incredible photos. 1834 15th is going for $949,000. Which do you think is a better deal?

Turtle Sellers Spotted at 14th and U On Friday

By Prince Of Petworth

So last week I received a number of emails about “mini turtles” for sale in Columbia Heights. But nobody took a photo for me… This is why I love twitter! I saw someone’s update said they saw the turtles again. So I begged them to take a photo for me and voila! You can see the small cages on top of the red news box. I asked the twitter user if all three in the photo were selling turtles but she said it was only the guys in white. Pretty wild, yeah? I do fear what happens to the turtles when they grow and are no longer “mini”…

Thanks again to the twitter user for sending the photo!

Going – Moojoo Ken

By Prince Of Petworth

Moojoo Ken, located at 1512 U Street, NW, is closing its doors. From an email:

“We are closing our store. Thank you for your support over the years.”

Very sad news as the owners were super nice folks.

Good Deal or Not? “Lovely Foyer” Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 1224 W Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“Great townhouse in the Harrison Square Development. Has a lovely foyer and a bedroom on the main level with access to the one car garage. The upper level has a very open floor plan that includes the living room w/ fireplace and built-ins off the large balcony, a formal dining area and the new gourmet kitchen and powder room. The upper level has two wonderful bedrooms with full baths and laundry.”

More info and a virtual tour found here.

I’m interested to hear what you think about this one as it is a “newer” construction. Does $709,000 seem reasonable?

PoP Preview – U Street Cafe

By Prince Of Petworth

U Street Cafe, formerly Mocha Hut, located on U Street between 13th and 14th will have its grand opening Tuesday, May 26th. I had a chance to talk with some of the folks behind the new cafe and I think you’ll be pretty happy. One of the the VP for Operations, Elise, told me that waffles will continue to be offered! The menu will also be expanded. In addition to the waffles there will also be 4-5 fresh soups, quiches, salads, pulled pork sandwiches and more. If you really like the food there will be a grab and go option of freshly made sandwiches. Their bread will be provided by Firehook bakery and the bagels will be provided by Bethesda Bagel.

There will be plenty of coffee options as well as a bigger selection of loose teas. Their coffee roaster is Orinoca located in Columbia, MD. In addition to tea and coffee there will also be a limited selection of beer and wine.

Occupancy inside will be 50 while there will also be four tables located on the patio.

They will still be offering free wifi and the space will be children/family friendly.

Grand opening is Tuesday May 26th at 6:30 am. Regular hours will be 6:30am – 8pm Mon. – Thurs, 6:30 – 11pm Fri., 7am – 11pm Sat., and 8am – 9pm on Sun.

As many folks know these are the same folks opening up a spot in Columbia Heights on Irving Street. That space is slated to open in late July/early August.

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