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Lots of Coffee News

By Prince Of Petworth

First, I got a PoP preview of the new spot, Fresh off the Roast Coffee (full disclosure, a PoP advertiser), coming to 3917 Georgia Ave. It is a small spot kinda like Columbia Heights Coffee. There will be seating for 12 and in addition to coffee there will be a small food service.

The goal is to open in early April, though this is contingent upon a few more inspections. Ed. note: I never realized just how difficult it is to open a business in the city. There will be Wifi and a small spot for patio seating when the weather warms up.

Back in February, I told you about a new coffee spot coming to Irving Street next to the Five Guys. Well, it’s got a name now.

Thanks to a reader for sending the following news from Metrocurean. She writes:

“Mid-City Cafe is slated to open in April, just above Miss Pixie’s at 1626 14th St. NW. The shop will serve Counter Culture Coffee (hooray!), and Mick Mier, one of the owners, promises there won’t be any stale drip coffee sitting around.”

It’s a good day to be a coffee drinker!

Fisherman of Men Church – Literally?

By Prince Of Petworth

This is the church at Quebec and Georgia that I mentioned a few weeks ago because it used to be a movie theater in the 1920s. Anyway, I’ve always loved the name – Fisherman of Men Church. But this weekend I noticed dozens of seagulls on the roof. I’m just saying…

Good Deal or Not? 2003 Pricing Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 4119 4th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“NOT A SHORT SALE OR FORECLOSURE. Needs a few touches. Paint, pull up carpet, sand floors, minor repairs and move in. Finish renovate the kitchen and basement later. Make an offer.”

More info but sadly no photos found here.

Well, because there are no photos we’ll have to assume the place needs a bit of work. But even so, this reminds me of 2003 prices. It can be yours for $225,000. Sound reasonable?

Full disclosure: I live on this block. I’m not sure if that helps or hurts the value…

Good Deal or Not? Classic Wardman Rowhouse Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This house is located at 3822 10th Street, NW:


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The flier says:

“1925 Wardman rowhouse with completely updated systems, original heart of pine hardwood floors. granite counters and slate floors in kitchen and breakfast nook, slate floors continue in basement mudroom and utility room.

What the Owner Loves: 1 1/2 blocks from Metro stop, one block from Safeway supermarket. Clean, safe neighborhood.”

More info and interestingly only photos of the outside found here.

UPDATE:  Interior photos can be seen here.

This is an interesting house it has 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths but it’s curious that there are not internal photos. But assuming it is updated like it says do you think $595,000 sounds reasonable?

Bullet Proof Glass At The Petworth Post Office

By Prince Of Petworth

This is something that has been bothering me for a while. I’ve mentioned that the bullet proof glass at the bodegas around town is a bit off putting but I can understand it a bit as the history has been a bit choppy and small businesses have a lot to loose. But I was totally perplexed at the bullet proof glass at the Petworth Post Office on 9th Street. I mean is that really necessary today? Is the fact that it’s a felony offense to rob a post office not enough deterrent? Do the employees really feel that threatened? Or is it just too expensive (or simple inertia has set in) to remove it? I’m honestly interested to hear what you guys think? Any one else offended?

Good Deal or Not? Smoking Something Seriously Kind Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

This home is located at 3801 7th Street, NW


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The flier says:

“SEE TO APPRECIATE!! $2K BONUS !! This 4Bedroom, 3.5 baths home features a light filled, spacious open floor plan, 3 finished levels of living space. This home is completely renovated including, plumbing, electrical, new roof, new windows, 2 HVAC systems, stainless appliances. All bathrooms comes with upgradded faucets & MORE. 1 BLK to the metro.”

More info and photos found here.

It seems like a fine house but is it possible one can be completely oblivious to the current market? Asking price is $714,950. That seems high even during the height of the bubble. What do you think this house could realistically go for?

I Got Some Info on the “Residences at Georgia Avenue”

By Prince Of Petworth

Tony from the Neighborhood Development Company sent the following info:

“The Residences at Georgia Avenue (4100 Georgia Avenue, NW) is a seven-story building which consists of 6 stories of affordable apartments, ground floor retail, and 54 at grade and below grade parking spaces. The 7-story building contains 72 apartment units with large windows and open floor plans and uses a state of the art ‘spacesaver’ parking elevator from Germany that allows residents to consolidate two parking spaces one over another.

The residential development is comprised of 36 two-bedroom units and 36 one-bedroom apartments averaging approximately 830 and 650 square feet respectively. Recreational green space is provided on the roof. The apartment portion of the development and the retailer will have their own separate entrances off Georgia Avenue. The property’s ground floor has been purchased by Yes! Organic Market who is currently designing a 10,000 square foot grocery store at this location. The project is now leasing apartments.

Due to the property falling in the affordable housing bracket there are income minimums and maximums. For the one bedroom the rent is $1009.00 per month with a minimum income of $34,600 and a maximum income of $41,340. For the two bedrooms the rent is $1202.00 per month with a minimum income of $41,200 and a maximum income of $47,220 for 2 persons, $53,160 for three persons, and $59,040 for four persons.”

I’ve always been curious about what the affordable housing rates were. Does it seem it reasonable?

Friends of Petworth Library Meet by Christopher

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Phillip Waller

The Petworth chapter of the Friends of the Library had it’s second meeting this past Monday night. Among the things discussed were ways to raise money, secure members and resources, and work with the libraries wish list and needs. The meeting had a nice turnout, with 10+ people all full of ideas and ready to help out where needed.

The library is such a cornerstone of the community, always busy with patrons both young and old, so this will be a very important venture for us all! The next meeting will be Monday, March 930th at 6:30 at the library. We will be electing officers (Pres, VP, Sec/Treasurer), working on publicity and getting word out to the community, and a few initial fund raisers. We will have forms available there for any of you to become members of the group, or you can email me directly ([email protected]) for the word document/pdf version.

We look forward to a big group so mark your calendars and come support your local library :)

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