From an email:
“The Advocates for Youth Media happy hour will be held tuesday April 26, 2011 at Open City 2331 Calvert Street Northwest Washington, DC 20008. For $20 patrons can enjoy unlimited pizza and beer all proceeds support the
Woodley Park
This is the plot where neighbors were concerned about “No Subdivision, No McMansions”. Well the first house has been finished and the foundation has been laid for the second. How do you think the first house turned out?
Photo by PoPville flickr user ericandkatherine
Nevermind that the list seems a bit arbitrary. Never mind that Ballston is on it. PoPville represent!
From a press release:
As Americans widely embrace the “green revolution”, residents of the greater D.C. area interested in eco-friendly living should check out the newly released Top Green Neighborhood list published by MRIS, the nation’s largest multiple listings service (MLS) which offers nearly 75,000 local homes listings via its consumer website, Homesdatabase.com.
MRIS compiled the list by collecting the most recent MLS data, and surveying local parks and area green initiatives. Based on this hyperlocal data, MRIS notes the following as the top green neighborhoods in the greater D.C. area:
* Ballston (VA)
Ballston is showing clear efforts to educate the public about environmental improvements, through its initiative to reduce emissions, and its innovation in building Virginia’s first LEED platinum house.* Bethesda (MD)
Bethesda is home to DC’s first Passive Design House. It also has a number of green initiatives to cut greenhouse gas emissions and implement green jobs.* Capitol Hill (DC)
Capitol Hill is abundant with green homes and buildings and offers close proximity to the city’s largest farmer’s market and famous green spaces and gardens -most notably the Botanical Gardens.* Crestwood (DC)
Crestwood borders Rock Creek Park, which contains 1,754 acres of green space and nature-related activities. Crestwood also has a neighborhood plan to conserve and preserve their community.* Columbia Heights(DC)
Columbia Heights is home to DC’s first solar powered condos, as well as DC’s largest residential solar thermal project.* Mount Rainier (MD)
Mount Rainier has a number of green building initiatives and projects, as well as an abundance of green space including the Mount Rainier Nature and Recreation Center.* Old Town Alexandria (VA)
Old Town Alexandria is the home to the first LEED certified condo building in the state of Virginia. It also takes part in all of Alexandra’s green initiatives, including the Green Building Policy and the Go Green Alexandria project.* Petworth (DC)
Petworth is home to DC’s first LEED platinum condo development and it encompasses a number of parks and lush green areas, including Rock Creek Cemetery.* Takoma Park (MD)
Takoma Park features 17 acres of green space and parks, including Sligo Creek Park. It is also home to a number of green buildings and community projects.* Woodley Park (DC)
Woodley Park is surrounded by green space and offers a number of public transportation options. Woodley Park is in walking distance to the National Zoo and a number of local parks, including the largest in DC, Rock Creek Park.
“Dear PoP,
So with sherrys and the rug place moving I thought I’d ask the people in CVS if they’re actually moving into the spot. They confirmed. Said either in December or January.”
Sherry’s was located at 2315 Calvert Street NW and is moving to 2627 Connecticut Ave, NW.
Jamshid’s Antique and New Oriental Rugs was located at 2313 Calvert St, NW. Interesting to see that the closing sign out front now says, “forced out”.
The CVS is currently located at 2616 Connecticut Ave, NW. It’ll be interesting to see who eventually fills that space.
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This home is located at 2130 Cathedral Ave, NW:
The flier says:
“Striking architectural gem by Errol Adels offers glorious views of Rock Creek & light-filled, soaring spaces. Stylish & sophisticated residence – a collector & entertainer’s dream, ideal for art, books, music & parties. Fabulous master suite opens to private 30′ terrace; two car parking. Drive around road closed sign.”
You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.
Long time PoP readers will know that this house has been feature a few times (as house of the day) and back in June ’09 was also a Weekly Wed. house porn post. It’s one of my favorite modern houses in DC. In June ’09 it was going for $2,395,000. For those in the market this 2 bed/3 bath is now on the market for $1,895,000. Only another $1,595,000 drop and it’s mine!!!
But for newer readers who haven’t seen this house yet – what do you think – inside and out?
The wellness center that we spoke about in early March has opened up. I know I can google this but I’m curious if people have had accupressure done? How does it differ from accupuncture? It doesn’t actually pierce the skin?
And on a sidenote – I don’t know if it’s just me but I thought the contrast of a wellness center with the featured art from the gallery above was pretty interesting.
This rental is located at Connecticut at Cathedral Ave, NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“Check out these beautiful studio APT wall to wall hardwood floor, high ceilings fans plenty of sun light, lots of closet space walking distance to the National Zoo & Adams Morgan. If you are looking for convenience, this is it! These units are available in for immediate move in. The rent is $1350/month plus ELECTRIC.
Security Deposit $500
Application Fee $40
Cat fee $300 one time only
Parking $170/month”
$1350/month plus electric sound right for a studio at this location?
Jamshid’s Antique and New Oriental Rugs located at 2313 Calvert St, NW (by Connecticut Ave) has been around for as long as I can remember. They don’t have a new location signed yet but they’re looking at some spaces in Bethesda and expect to move in 4-6 weeks. I’ll miss the familiarity of passing their great rugs in the window.
This rental is located at Connecticut Ave NW & Cathedral Ave NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“We have two studios for April 10 move in.
Wall to wall carpet
High ceiling
Huge walk in closet
Separate kitchen with space for a dining room table
Conner units facing the Zoo”
$1350 sound right for this studio?
This rental is located at 34th Street NW at Cathedral Avenue NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“AVAILABLE NOW for an 11-month lease term.
English basement in a renovated rowhouse in one of DC’s best and most convenient neighborhoods.
Home Features (and the pictures don’t do it justice):
– Separate, secure entrance (not shared with the main house)
– Full bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and combined living/dining area
– Kitchen has full-size refrigerator and range (no dishwasher) and a nice pantry
– Washer and dryer!
– Lots of closet space
– Built-in cabinets and book shelves in living room, in case you don’t have much furniture
– High ceilings and good light
– Approximately 625 square feet
– Utilities included
– Easy street parking”
$1295 sound right for this English basement 1 bedroom?
