The new clothing stores keep on coming to the U Street, NW area. Earlier in the week we learned about Match Clothing coming to 1526 U St, NW and now just east of 9th St, NW at 809 Florida Ave, NW we have Robin’s Nest coming soon. Stay tuned for more updates as opening dates are announced.
Do you like the mix of retail and restaurants hitting the U St/Florida Ave, NW corridor?
I got a little panicked last weekend when I saw the Wilson’s sign was gone (see photo above). Fortunately it appears to just be the sign. Wilson’s is located at 700 V Street, NW just off Georgia Ave, NW. I’m intrigued by the breakfast options – anyone go here for breakfast/brunch? Seems like a good deal:
And here’s the rest of the menu:
Any fans? We originally looked at them back in Dec. ’08. I feel like this place should be more popular.
Old City Green is located in the lot at the corner of 9th and N St, NW.
From an email:
NOW is the time for our Third Opening!
We’ve been cleaning up our yard and making space for new product such as: spinach, lettuce, strawberries, and a few herbs. Not to mention a plethora of colorful pansies and snapdragons.
We will be open from 9 – 6:30
There will be snacks and drinks!!
This condo is located at 636 Q St, NW:
The flier says:
“* * $5,000 Buyer Credit * * Brand New 2BR/2BA w/ Parking Included – Bright Victorian End Unit w/ Balcony too, Open Floor Plan, Oak HWs, Big Stone & SS Kitchen, Recessed Lghts, Full Size W/ D, Ceil Spkrs, Ceramic BAs w/ Glas Shwers. Master Suite w/ Double Vanity BA, & Bright Southern Exposure – – CONVENTIONAL FINANCING ONLY”
You can find more info here and a video here (coincidentally it’s the same guy as Brookland video tour below) and some photos here.
$480,000 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/2bath?
Last week I wrote about the DC Preservation League’s 40th Anniversary Party to be held April 21st at the Wonder Bread factory located at 641 S St, NW. Because the building has been vacant for so long I wondered how it could possibly be cleaned up in time for an April 21st party. Well unless I’m reading the DCPL’s invitation incorrectly, it seems like there is no way they are going to be able to have this party in the Wonder Bread Factory. I submitted a FOIA request to DCRA to see if I could learn a bit more about the property and found some very interesting (and quite frankly sad) information.
On March 14th Inspector James Parman wrote:
The building at the address above is structurally unsafe. The building has rotten flooring members on both the first and second floor levels. The roof structure has collapsed in some areas. At least one support beam for the roof support system has rotted and failed. The sub flooring throughout the building has heaved up to a height of approximately 12”. The building did not have any working lighting system at time of inspection. Due to theses items listed this structure is a dangerous site to be working in and this is the reason that the building was posted.
The owner of the building needs to due the following before the building can be deemed safe to work in. The owner needs to have an Engineer make a site visit to the site. The Engineer needs to write a report concerning the structural condition of the building. The report needs to address what correction need to be made to made to site safe to work in. The engineer needs to write a safely plan on how and where work can be done inside the building.
The report needs to be submitted to DCRA for review. No one is to remove the posted signs in till approval from the code official is given. This typed report reflects the items that where part of the written report that was given to the owners Rep. at the site. James F. Parman 3/14/2011
Through the FOIA request I was also able to get some photos taken at the inspection of the property:
I can’t say I’m totally surprised at the condition inside but (to me and my untrained eye) it seems like this project is quickly approaching the point of no return. Since we have lots of engineers and architects reading this blog – what is the point of no return here? Can the building be saved? Is there any chance that DCPL will be able to host a party here in a month?
More brutal photos of the inside after the jump. (more…)
Well this is definitely going to be one to keep our eyes on. A recent liquor license application says simply:
“High-end fine dining restaurant in a small intimate space. Occupancy load of 52.”
Though Metrocurean reported this summer:
Chef RJ Cooper has found a new home for the ambitious 24-course menu he created while at Vidalia. The 52-seat restaurant will only serve Cooper’s 24-course tasting menu during one dinner seating Tuesday-Thursday and two dinner seatings Friday and Saturday evenings. The tasting menu experience will ring up at $130 and $170 for alcoholic beverage pairings.
The liquor license application lists the location as 922-924 N Street, NW (Rear) which is actually in Blagden Alley.
Ed. Note: 922 N St, NW facing N St was a recent GDoN post in Jan. ’11.
Not in a million years would I think this sight could lead to a fancy restaurant:
Though I do like this adjacent door:
Here’s the only indication that a “high-end fine dining restaurant” is coming:
Very cool! The DC Preservation League is celebrating its 40th anniversary April 21st:
40th Anniversary Celebration Ticket Order Form
Join the DC Preservation League as we celebrate 40 years of historic preservation in the District of Columbia at the historic Wonder Bread Factory.April 21, 2011
6:30 PM Cocktails and Hors D’ Oeuvres
8:30 PM DancingIndividual Tickets:
$150 – VIP Ticket (provides purchaser with access to section reserved for sponsors and special guests.)
$75 – General Admission Ticket
You can purchase tickets here.
The Wonderbread factory is located at 641 S St, NW. Back in April ’09 a reader took a peek inside. I wonder (no pun intended) how much they’ve cleaned it up? I also wonder if this indicates any movement in fixing up the building for sale or development.
Photo from nbardin303
Photo from nbardin303
This home is located at 1910 Vermont Ave, NW:
The flier says:
“Urban chic living in a DC Historic Landmark! This 3 BR/2.5 BA detached is ideal for entertaining. Features high ceilings, ebony hardwoods, new front windows, living room with fireplace, media room with fireplace & formal dining room with decorative plaster frieze. Gourmet kitchen with granite, stainless & 5-burner Jenn-Air cooktop. New Boiler. Plus, patio and PARKING.”
You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.
This 3 bed/2.5 bath is going for $979,000. Sound realistic?
Voted one of the best real estate agents in DC by the Washington City Paper Readers’ Choice Poll in 2009, hipchickindc aka the not-so-hip Suzanne Des Marais is an Associate Broker with Urban Pace. She lives (and sells a lot of houses) in Bloomingdale, but works all over DC, with everyone from first time buyers to highly regarded developers. Unless specifically noted, neither she nor the company that she is affiliated with represented any of the parties or were directly involved in the transaction reported below. Unless otherwise noted, the source of information is Metropolitan Regional Information Systems (MRIS), which is the local multiple listing system. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Featured Property: 1307 S St NW
Legal Subdivision: Old City #2
Advertised Subdivision per Listing: Dupont Logan U St
Original List Price: $989,500.
List Price at Contract: $889,000.
List Date: 09/10/2010
Days on Market: 126
Settled Sales Price: $840,000.
Settlement Date: 02/14/2011
Seller Subsidy: $10,000.
Bank Owned?: No Short Sale? No
Type Of Financing: FHA
Original Good Deal or Not post is: here
The listing can be seen: here. To see pics, after opening the listing link, click on the main pic and scroll through.
This listing stirred a discussion among commenters to the original Good Deal or Not (GDoN) post regarding whether DC real estate prices are swelling to bubble proportions. Elmer Fudd Gantry pondered, “The DC housing market may be overpriced, but I guarantee someone will shell out at least $850,000 for that location and a rental unit. I’m not saying it’s right, but that’s the way it is.” The Purchaser ultimately paid a net of $830,000., so not far off.
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Beau Thai is located at 1700 New Jersey Avenue NW (by R St). When the first opened back in August there were lots of fans. Seems natural that they should be able to serve alcohol as well. I’m also eager to see the “Sidewalk Café with seating for 30.” – looks like a perfect space for a sidewalk cafe.