From an email:
Today is “the signing and placing of the last piece of steel on our building at 3910 Georgia Avenue, NW. We are one step closer to completing this gold rated LEED for Neighborhood Development project. This innovative development will include a 130 unit mixed income apartment community, and a state-of-the-art neighborhood health center to be owned by Mary’s Center.”
What do you think of the rendering?
Thanks to a reader for sending in word about this development at Bill’s Seafood Kitchen (3601 Georgia Ave. NW near Otis in Park View). The reader notes that the new outdoor seating is a definite improvement over “the sweatshirt stand that usually sits there.”
While we’ve discussed this sign before, I don’t think we’ve ever discussed the food. Any fans?
Photo by flickr user stgermh
Thanks to Jeff on 8th for sending in details and images of what’s going on with the New Hampshire Ave, NW medians. He writes:
“In the 3700 block, the median will be tilled and mulched. This is due to the foot traffic caused by people not crossing at the cross walks (aka jaywalking). Which resulted in the sod being killed. Also, DDOT/UFA is looking into options to reduce jaywalking in the 3700 block but as of right now a solution hasn’t be selected.
In the 3800 block, the median will be tilled by DDOT/UFA, and will be mulched on July 10 with mulch donated by Tom Carter from Terra, Inc ( which is based in Petworth). If and when we are able identify additional funding and community support, we will also plant this median and any other median from Georgia Ave to Grant Circle.
In the 3900 block, the median will be mulched (again with mulch donated by Tom Carter from Terra, Inc) and planted with flowers via a grant from ANC 4C on July 10. Volunteers are still needed for the planting.
If anyone wishes to volunteer please email us at [email protected].”
This home is located at 703 Quincy St, NW:
The flier says:
“Space abounds in this 4 level renovated townhome – minor TLC needed to restore this townhome to the Renovated state it enjoyed just a few years ago – 2 decks one on the first level and one off the upstairs bedroom – each bedroom has it’s own bath – open first floor level plus loads of sunlight too! Just a short distance form the Petworth Metro. Take advantage of this great value!”
You can find more info here and photos here.
Is there enough space to warrant the asking price of $549,000?
“Dear PoP,
First, what is the area above Spring, below Upshur between 14th and 13th. Neither Columbia Heights nor 16th Street Heights community associations seems to want it and they are worried if they move there it will always be unloved. I do not mean to start a line war but it seems excluded. Is there a way either association would consider
adding it?
Second, for people that actually live in that area, what do you think about it? Obviously a murder occurred at 14th and Perry recently but was that an oddity or is the place to be avoided?”
That’s Tivoli North of course. I’m just kidding, just kidding. Tivoli North actually is a business association but the idea of calling the neighborhood that is very controversial to say the least. The truth is, it depends who you ask. Among the residents that live in that area I’ve heard people refer to it as Columbia Heights, Petworth, 14th Street Heights, and 16th Street Heights. It is actually Ward 4 (Columbia Heights is Ward 1). I like the idea of 14th St. Heights.
And for #2, I’ll let the folks who live there answer but I travel that area all the time and while you should use street smarts (like most neighborhoods in the city) I only think this area will improve over time. What do you guys think?
Yesterday I asked, what about the grass? in the medians. Today Wayan took the photo above and writes:
“This morning landscapers are out fixing up the very abused medians at the Georgia Ave and NH Ave. It looks like they’re going to re-sod them or just mulch them. Maybe they could put down the spongy sidewalk covers instead to protect the baby tree roots from the heavy foot traffic this median gets as people leave Petworth metro station.”
This rental is located at 3800 14 St., NW (at Quincy):
The Craigslist ad says:
“*Hardwood Floors-Great views
*Close to Columbia Heights (15min.walk) & Petwort Metro (10min.walk)
*Metro bus stops in front of the building
*Laundry room in the building
*wall to wall windows-plenty of closets
*18min.walk to Target, Ruby Tuesday, WSC & more
ABOUT PETS: SORRY NO DOGS-ONLY CATS (2 MAX)”
Given how close you’ll be to Red Derby’s new roof deck, does $910 sound reasonable for this studio?
The brand new Petworth Market was a great success this past Friday. It seems like this section of 9th St, NW (between Taylor and Upshur) was tailor made for a Market like this. In my opinion there are two elements to a great market: First, good fruit, vegetables, cheese, bread etc and second is the vibe. I’m happy to say the Petworth market succeeded on both counts. I think you can tell from the photos that this is the case. My only suggestion based on conversations with others would be, if possible, to change or extend the hours from 3 – 7 pm to 3/4 – 8pm (for those that work until 6pm). Thanks to the Petworth Community Market flickr group for the photos and thanks to all who were involved in making this such a great success.
Lots more photos after the jump. (more…)
This home is located at 523 Shepherd St, NW:
The flier says:
“Sold ” as is” only. Natural, unpainted wood and nice sized rooms. Has had some updates. Big yard w/ garage. Had been a rec room in basmt with full bath.”
You can find more info here and photos here.
We looked at this house back in Jan ’09 when it was on the market for $329,900. Well it’s just been put on the market again for $228,500. While it likely needs some work I haven’t seen a whole row house for this price in quite a while. Do you think the $100k price drop will make this one move?
“The Petworth Community Market is pleased to announce the launch of its opening season beginning Friday,
June 25, 2010.
The market will run every Friday 3:00‐7:00pm through October 29, 2010. The market will be located on the 4100 block of 9th Street NW at the highly visible intersection of Georgia Avenue and Upshur Street.”