Glover Park

Mon. Afternoon Rental Option

By Prince Of Petworth

This apartment is located at 1500 Massachusetts Ave, NW:


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The Craigslist ad says:

“SPACIOUS STUDIO APARTMENTS IN THE HEART OF THE CITY!”

Does $1095 sound reasonable for a studio at this location? In comparison I’d like to show one more studio that I found.

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This one is located at Garfield Street at Cathedral Avenue, NW. The Craigslist ad says:

“Spacious light-filled L-shaped studio apartment with separate entrance in family home for rent in Wesley Heights. Features include: a large living area with flat-screen television and multi-channel cable access; dining area with table and chairs; large bathroom with walk-in shower; efficiency kitchen; and new washer/dryer. Near the N2, N4, and D2 Metrobuses. Free parking if you have a car. Great neighborhood for runners, bikers, and long Sunday walks in the woods. Shopping within walking distance. Rent: $1200 including utilities (gas, electric, water, cable.) Some furnishings may be available if needed.”

Either of these sound good?

Judging Restaurants – BreadSoda

By Prince Of Petworth

BreadSoda is located at 2233 Wisconsin Avenue, NW. It’s easy to walk by this spot without noticing it as it is located downstairs:

But I happened to notice the sign that said Deli and Billiards and was instantly intrigued. So anyone check out this spot before? How’s the deli? What’s the atmosphere like?

Gigantic Community Garden – Glover Park

By Prince Of Petworth

This is most definitely the most gigantic community garden I’ve come across on my walks. It’s located at 42nd Street and Edmund. It’s the Glover Park Community Garden.

I’m not sure the pictures quite do justice to just how large the area is (right off Glover Park).

Holy Rood Cemetery, A Sad Sight but Interesting History

By Prince Of Petworth

I’ve often walked by this cemetery at 2016 Wisconsin Ave., NW but never checked it out until this last weekend. It is really in a sad state. Tombstones are toppled everywhere:

A check on Wikipedia provides some interesting info:

“The cemetery was active from the mid-nineteenth century into the early twentieth century (although some burials took place as late as the 1990s), and as many as 1,000 free and enslaved African Americans are said to be interred here.

The cemetery has for some time now been owned by Georgetown University, which has long sought to remove the graves, remove the hill on which the cemetery sits, and develop the land.”

Do you think Georgetown should be able to develop this spot or should the historical significance be celebrated?

I found this tomb particularly moving:

Judging Restaurants – Surfside

By Prince Of Petworth

Surfside is located at 2444 Wisconsin Ave, NW. Its Web site says:

“Surfside is all about laid-back, simple preparations with grilled steak, fish, shrimp and chicken with a wide array of fresh vegetables served on a colorfull plate in a bright open space. Perfect for a quick bite or a gathering with friends – great for families and kids. Discover our rooftop deck and the authentic bold flavors of our fresh made salsas, moles, curries and the best guacamole in town. Enjoy a frozen margarita, tropical blender drink or sangria with your meal or choose from an eclectic mix of international beers and wines.”

You can see their menu here. It is amazing to me how many new restaurants have come to Glover Park in the last 5 years. This stretch is of Wisconsin Ave. really has a nice vibe going on now. So any fans of Surfside? It was pretty crowded when I walked by…

Judging Restaurants – Rocklands

By Prince Of Petworth

Rocklands is located at 2418 Wisconsin Avenue, NW. I know we have lots of bbq fans so I’m curious if there are any fans of Rocklands? Walking by the spot smelled delicious. Many folks mentioned Rocklands when we discussed best bbq in the city. So I thought it deserved its own post. For the fans, what do you like best? Any must order items?

Judging New Homes

By Prince Of Petworth

I’m not sure exactly how “new” this home is but I’m guessing it’s relatively new. I found it in Glover Park on the 3800 block of Fulton Street, NW. I know folks aren’t huge fans of garages and curb cuts but I think it’s interesting how it lines up with the windows above. What do you think – thumbs up or down?

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