Well I’ve kinda morphed Horse’s Ass Award nominees to those who have let great buildings in DC stay boarded up in serious states of disrepair. This week’s is from Ledroit Park not far from Anna J. Cooper Circle.
Anyone know how long this building has been in this condition?
This home is located at 1911 2nd Street, NW:
The flier says:
“Complete custom design renovation of 4BR/4.5 BA hm. Dramatic main floor entry w/ soaring ceilings, utilizing the finest materials and smart technology throughout, offers every modern amenity with creative custom finishes. gourmet cooks kitchen and breakfast room dining area features a dramatic two level ceiling and glass block mosaic wall all leading to deck and two car parking below Au-paire suite”
You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.
What do you think of that staircase? Wow, this is definitely a wild one, thanks to a Bloomingdale resident for sending it in. Do you think this 4 bed/4.5 bath is a good deal for $1,075,000?
This rental is located at 243 Florida Ave., NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“With loads of charm, this property is located in an historic building with beautiful maple hardwood floors. These units have recessed lighting, pendent and track lighting with tons of natural light, beautiful kitchens with granite counters, maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer and rear entrance/access. The property is only 3-4 blocks to the Howard/Shaw Metro and the metro bus stop right in front of the building, and off the street parking.”
I’ve walked by this house tons of times, I was pretty intrigued to see what they are asking. Does $1650 sound reasonable for this “3rd Level – 802 sq ft, this unit is a 1 bedroom with 1.5 baths”?
Thanks to a reader for sending in this one from 410 Florida Avenue NW. Any fans? Here’s what it looks like in the front:
This apartment is located in Ledroit Park on 5th Street (I’m just going to assume 5th and U in order to map it):
The Craigslist ad says:
“Tired of living in a boring apartment? Want your friends to come to your house and say, “Dude, your place is, like, so much cooler than mine”? Come live here. You’ll have…
– A 2BR/1BA flat on the top floor of a boutique apartment building
– A ridiculously stunning bay window looking out over historic LeDroit Park
– New red oak floors in the entire apartment
– A really large living room with high ceilings.
–2 standard-sized bedrooms)
– A clawfoot bathtub… oh boy!
– A backporch to bbq and watch the cool rooftops all the way to the Capitol.
– Your very own parking space. I’ll even hand-paint a personalized sign for your very own parking space. (Additional fees may apply.)
– Neighbors that don’t suck. Really… not at all. If you bring them hummus and/or good cheese, they’ll suck even less.
– A landlord that really truly doesn’t suck. If you call him, he’ll call you back. Quickly. It’s crazy, I tell you. (In case you’re wondering, this ad was written by a former tenant.)
– Dishwasher, in-unit washer/dryer, gas stove, new furnace, new Rennai on-demand water heater
– New, energy-efficient windows”
Does $1840 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/1 bath?
Thanks to a reader for the heads up about this Ledroit Park classic. We last took a look at it back in January. At the time some there was some disagreement as to whether the reno was looking good or not. What do you think now that the scaffolding has come down – thumbs up or down?
You can see the detail is extraordinary.
I think folks have mentioned this before but I finally got a photo of it. It is the cylindrical house with the EasyGard wrap around it that has looked like this for years. It is right near the LeDroit Park metal sign on Florida Ave, NW.
Do you think the original renovators just went bankrupt? It is such a sweet property, I wish it would be auctioned off if it is going to remain in this state of disrepair.
This cool mural of CJ Walker is on the side Stylistics salon at 501 Florida Ave, NW. CJ Walker was:
“Madam C.J. Walker (December 23, 1867 – May 25, 1919) was an African-American businesswoman, hair care entrepreneur and philanthropist. She made her fortune by developing and marketing a hugely successful line of beauty and hair products for black women under the company she founded, Madam C.J. Walker Manufacturing Company.”
This rental is located at Florida Ave and 6th Street, NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“The home has 4 floors and 8 bedrooms. 2 washer/dryers, Living room and an Eat-in Kitchen and Lobby area.
Newly Renovated! Ready for you to be a part of Luxurious designer touches in kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances. 4 full baths, whirlpool tubs, marble and granite lobby, hardwood floors throughout.
Central 2 zone HVAC system.
Security System
Centrally located at 6th and Florida Ave, NW. 2 min Walk to Green and Yellow metro Stations and Metro bus. Close to U-Street, Downtown, Convention center Shaw Columbia Heights, Adams Morgan and Dupont.”
It also mentions that house received Pop HoTD honors which made me chuckle. Now we haven’t done a share before but I’m curious what you think – does $810 sound reasonable to share this home?
Update – Fear not CM Jim Graham reports the good news from today’s council meeting on twitter:
“First session finally over and we did get money back for Gage-Eckington Park project. Now on to Marion’s censure etc.”
“Dear PoP,
I learned this morning that the funding for the to-be-built park at the former Gage Eckington school is once again at risk; this time by Councilmember Harry Thomas. I was wondering if you could urge your readers to contact Councilmember Thomas if they disagree with his decision, and in fact support the funding for the park. We have waited too long and come too far to see the park plans simply disappear overnight. The link below shows a letter from the LeDroit Park Civic Association President detailing the news. I believe the Council is meeting sometime today to vote on this measure.
Dear Friends and Neighbors.
This evening I learned that once again the funding for the community park at the former Gage Eckington school is at risk. Tomorrow there is a resolution on the DC Council agenda by Councilman Harry Thomas (Ward 5) to “Disapprove” of the funds for the park being allocated to the Mayor’s office as planned. In order for the Mayor’s office to move forward on the project as planned and committed to the community, the funds must be approved by the Council.
Thankfully CM Graham continues to fully supports our efforts to get the park fully funded and is working hard to remove this latest obstacle. But for some reason CM Thomas is NOT supporting the building of this park based on the motion for disapproval. (“Reprogramming No. 18-0096 Disapproval Resolution of 2010”. PR 18-0742.)
CM Thomas has recently offerred support to the community for this project (see email below) but tomorrow his actions will essentially kill the funding for this project.
PLEASE CONTACT CM THOMAS to voice your support for the Park at Gage Eckington. Encourage him to withdraw his opposition and say YES to approving the funds.
Also, please contact the other members of the committee responsible for DC Parks and let them know how much the community park means to you, your family and the communities of LeDroit Park and Bloomingdale.
The resolution will come up for a vote TUESDAY March 2, so please make your calls and emails ASAP.
Thanks,
Jeff Herron
President LeDroit Park Civic Association
SEE CONTACT & EMAIL INFORMATION BELOW (after the jump.) (more…)