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Some Seriously Sweet (Literally) Scuttlebutt

Published October 12, 2009 at 10:58PM | Updated October 8, 2025 at 2:51PM

Ever since Circle Boutique closed their doors at 1736 14th Street, NW I’ve been wondering what may go into that spot. Now keep in mind, whenever I use scuttlebutt in the title, it is just that, scuttlebutt. Rumor. Hearsay. I did hear it from a very reliable source but I don’t believe anything is in stone at the moment.

Nevertheless, I’m pretty excited about this possibility. I’m hearing that Crepes-a-Go-Go may open up another location at this spot. They currently have a store at 2122 P Street, NW. You can see their menu here. Any fans? Think a crepe spot will work for this location on 14th near Logan Circle?

Post’s Answerman Solves The Mystery of the Garden We Looked at on Florida Ave, NW just west of 16th Street

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 11, 2009 at 10:48PM | Updated October 8, 2025 at 2:41PM

Thanks to a reader for sending the Post’s Answerman column that answers the same question a reader sent in a few weeks ago.

The Answerman writes:

“Dr. Johnson died in 1941, a year after the Washington House apartments were built where his garden had been. His house is now the embassy of Angola. All that remains of his garden are four crumbling columns. Why were they left untouched? That wall might be attached to the rowhouse at 1618 Florida Ave., making it more trouble than it’s worth to remove.”

Read the full article and see a photo of the spot back in the day here.

Garden District Moves to New Location (Across the Street)

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 5, 2009 at 5:00PM | Updated October 1, 2025 at 3:54PM

Thanks to all who sent emails about the Garden District opening up in their new location at 1740 14th St., NW. You won’t have far to walk as their previous location was across the street at 1801 14th Street, NW.

#signs of the times

Florida Avenue Grill Anniversary Party Sat. – Free Food!

By Prince Of Petworth

Published October 2, 2009 at 1:27PM | Updated September 30, 2025 at 5:06PM

“Dear PoP,

I jogged by Florida Avenue Grill today and noticed a sign on the window advertising a party tomorrow. It seems it’s the restaurant’s
65th anniversary so they are having a block party celebration tomorrow from 10-4. Do you know anything about this?”

Yup, just spoke to the folks from Florida Avenue Grill and indeed they’re having a block party on 11th Street, NW south of Florida Ave starting at 10am. There will be free food and good times. The party goes until 4pm. Thanks for the heads up!

Marion Street Getting a New Community Garden in 2010

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 29, 2009 at 9:43PM | Updated September 19, 2025 at 3:34PM

City Blossoms are the same folks that sponsor the Girard Children’s Community Garden. The one on Marion Street is from the 1500 block.

Judging Buildings – 9th and Q, NW Finished

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 28, 2009 at 3:00PM | Updated September 19, 2025 at 2:41PM

It’s been fun watching the progress of this building at 9th and Q Streets, NW. There is a sign that says the condos sales are coming soon. I’ll be sure to list the prices when they and photos inside become available. Here’s what it looked like in Dec. ’08 and here’s what it looked like in March ’09. Come out pretty good, yeah?

Good Deal or Not? Sweet Floors Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 28, 2009 at 1:00PM | Updated September 19, 2025 at 2:38PM

This home is located at 1823 12th Street, NW:

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The flier says:

“OPPORTUNITY! LOVELY, SUNNY SEMI-DETACHED BAY FRONT VICTORIAN: 3 BEDROOMS, 1 1/2 BATHS, FULL WALK OUT BASEMENT. HIGH CEILINGS, WOODEN FLOORS, LARGE DINING ROOM & EAT-IN KITCHEN WITH GARDEN VIEW. CEILING FANS AND WALL A/C UNITS. VERY PRETTY FRONT & REAR GARDENS & PATIO, PARKING OFF ALLEY. FULLY FENCED. “AS IS” SALE. SUPERB LOCATION NEAR U ST/LOGAN ON QUIET STREET 2 BLOCKS FROM METRO.”

More info found here and a virtual tour found here.

I really love the floors on the second floor here. I’m also a huge fan of the bay window on the first floor. The location is pretty tight as well. However, I’m always a little concerned by “As Is” sales, but it doesn’t look like it needs much work from the photos. Does $715,000 sound reasonable for this 3 bed/1.5 bath?

Good Deal or Not? New Building Edition

By Prince Of Petworth

Published September 25, 2009 at 1:00PM | Updated September 19, 2025 at 1:33PM

This new building is located at 1910 8th Street, NW:

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The flier says:

“Ultimate perfection is what BlueSkyHousing had in mind when they constructed The Stella Polaris Condominium. A newly constructed sun drenched, 5 Unit upscale Condominium Building. It features 2-BR & 2-FB, open floor plan with 10 ft ceilings, Stainless-Steel Appliances, Granite Counters, MBR Suites. Security System, Video Entry System and Parking. JUST REDUCED by $ 20k!!!!”

More info and photos found here.

I’ve been monitoring this building pretty closely and am excited we get to take a look inside. I think the location is pretty good as there is a lot of movement on the 9th and U St. area and we’ve seen in the last few weeks. This is near the flea market that is going to get redeveloped plus the wine bar, consignment shop, and new tavern that are all slated to come in nearby. But anyway, back to the actual condo. How do you think it looks? How do you think the building itself looks?

Does $499,999 sound reasonable for this 2 bed/2 bath?