We are starting to see an increase in the regular amount of open houses scheduled with more than 260 occurring this weekend alone. Are you on a home buying journey and don’t want to deal with the craziness of the upcoming spring market? If so, this is your time to get out there and find your new abode before everyone else is doing it too! Check out our favorite DC Open Houses below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 5722 Nevada Avenue NW — $1,250,000 —  Chevy Chase
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Jeff Reese
    “Welcome home to 5722 Nevada. This beautiful and updated home is convenient to everything including Lafayette Elementary (one block) and all of the shops, restaurants, and activities on Connecticut Avenue. A major addition and remodel was completed by the architect owner(s) with an emphasis on space, light, and functionality. Freshly painted throughout with high-end windows, roofing, HVAC, and a kitchen update all showcasing the pride of ownership. From the welcoming foyer, you enjoy an entry into the large living room showcasing the fireplace, a bank of windows, and stunning hardwood floors. The circular flow invites entertaining into the updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a peninsula to the oversized dining room. The den addition is a wonderfully open space with a two-story ceiling, a large bank of windows overlooking the deck, and the back garden. The deck is oversized and overlooks the large garden. This home lends itself to a large addition should the future owner wish to do this. The den is large enough to accommodate a home office, tv room, lounge area, etc. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms. The primary bedroom has an updated en-suite and a loft area (with additional closets) that could serve as a nursery, home office, gym, etc. This space overlooks the den addition below. The second and third bedrooms are comfortably sized and share a lovely period full bathroom. The lower level includes a one-car garage, a utility room for mechanicals, and a large laundry room with access to the side yard. There is a bonus room (potential 4th bedroom) with a period 3/4 bath. The rear garden is very large and you will be sure to enjoy the large deck overlooking the backyard. There is access to the garage from the rear alley. Lafayette Elementary is a five-minute walk from your new home.”
  • 1350 4th Street SW — $695,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Mac McCord
    This “Charles M Goodman designed home that has been fully renovated” features 4 BR/2 BA with new appliances, lighting, paint, counters and bathrooms.
  • 531 T Street NW #105 — $449,900 — Ledroit Park
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Fernando Garcia
    “Luxe Living in Legendary LeDroit! From its 19th Century roots to its 21st Century splendor, The Juniper condominiums welcomes you to appreciate the past as you savor the present. Resting in the LeDroit Park Historic District, The Juniper, at 531 T St. NW, is steeped in so much of what gives the District its distinct character.”
  • 400 G Street SE — $1,750,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — Maria Forman
    “This unique, historic and charming Capitol Hill home” was “masterfully renovated in 2018, it is elegantly decorated and outfitted with modern design, luxury finishes” with “3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a separate carriage house renovated in 2021, a private parking pad, and beautiful enclosed courtyard.”
  • 1721 21st Street NW #T2 — $574,995 — Kalorama
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Rebecca Debakey
    2 BR/1 BA unit at The Lexington in Kalorama is “rarely available in a boutique building” with “gorgeous floors, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, updated bathroom, a fireplace, own washer and dryer, recessed lighting and functional floor plan.”

You’ve put off buying that home in 2021, now start 2022 off right with our First Time Home Buyer Workshop this Saturday, February 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Be apart of the generation that’s building equity and wealth through homeownership.

Learn your loan options and ask questions to local mortgage lender Rickey Green. ⁠Also, learn the benefits of hiring a real estate agent and ways to make winning offers from GreenLine Real Estate agents Adam PalmerLorielle and Abiola Akintude.

Our workshops are virtual and free of charge. A Zoom link to our webinar will be available to those who sign up. For more information and registration please visit GreenLineRE.com/homebuyerworkshop. No obligation to buy… only to learn

Don’t forget to check out our Home Buying Tips Blog for home buying tips and money saving strategies.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by RLAH Real Estate.

Featured Property of the Week: 1341 Clifton Street NW #205

“Quintessential unit in the heart of the city! This updated unit in sought after Vista Hill boutique Condominium comes with an open floor plan, newer stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, kitchen island, dining area, spacious living room, bamboo flooring throughout, a wonderful redone balcony, recessed lights, two bedrooms, in-unit combo washer/dryer, unassigned parking outback and a picnic area with space for grills, plus a separate storage bin is included. Walker’s paradise with a score of 92 and just blocks to Columbia Heights Metro, retail — Target, Best Buy, Petco, Gym, Giant, walk to the new Whole Foods, Atlantic Plumbing Movie Theater and all Columbia Heights, 14th Street, U Street and Adams Morgan have to offer. This property offers city living at its best!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is “comprised of 5 Bedroom Suites, 6 Full Baths, and 2 Half Baths throughout 8,500 finished SF and is nestled on a combination of 3 lots that total nearly 1 acre” boasting a 2-car garage, home gym, massive terrace and a swimming pool with pool house in Mass. Ave Heights — all for $10.5M.
  • This Petworth unit “at 1,676 square feet, Unit #1 comprises two levels including 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms with easy access to multiple outdoor spaces.”
  • “Gorgeous 5 BR/3.5 BA home on a large corner lot in the heart of Brightwood! Expansive and brimming with natural light, this large semi-detached home has 4 FINISHED levels and boasts updates galore.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “great Interior 2 story row house in the heart of D.C.” that will require A LOT of work to make it habitable again.

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The DMV spring tease is here with 60-degree temperatures quickly followed by 30-degrees and back to 60s in a week span. While today and tomorrow should be nice, Sunday is a different story so dress accordingly. No matter which day you plan on seeing some opens, check out our favorite DC Open Houses below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 1214 Linden Place NE — $1,050,000 — H Street Corridor
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. & Sun. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Nancy Heisel
    “This home has all the charm of a 1900’s Victorian row house with modern features and upgrades. The home features two bedrooms and two full baths on the upper level along with a washer & dryer, there’s a family room and kitchen on the main level. The beautiful new kitchen with the center peninsula is on the main level of the home. All new stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, a tile backsplash along with plenty of storage provide you with a stylish kitchen. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee or an evening cocktail on the new deck just off the kitchen. The lower level features a main living area, full bath, and a kitchen along with a 2nd washer and dryer. There are two entrances to the lower level and you could consider using this as an au pair’s suite, efficiency rental, or airbnb. The charm of the home comes through with the exposed brick walls in the kitchen and primary bath. Additional upgrades include new R-38 insulation added to the attic as well as insulation in the walls, new windows, new luxury vinyl plank flooring on the lower level, new light fixtures throughout the home, all new light switches, new washer/dryer located outside of the primary bedroom. The original hardwood flooring on the upper two levels has been beautifully restored. The exterior of the home has been freshly painted along with the interior of the home. A garage door and parking pad have been added to the exterior of the home for your convenience and safety. You have to see the home to truly appreciate all the work that has been done to modernize the home.”
  • 456 Randolph Street NW #1 — $869,000 — Petworth
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. — Mitch Pollard
    This “wonderfully updated, modern end-unit perfectly located in the heart of Washington, D.C.” has been “recently reconstructed with high-end finishes throughout the unit and is bursting with natural light. Offering 3 spacious Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths, this home has an attractive layout that includes an open Main Level, a Lower Level primary suite with its own entrance, outdoor space on both levels, and a private parking space.”
  • 1003 Florida Avenue NE — $1,025,000 — NoMa/Trinidad
    Open Sat. 1-3 p.m. — Claude Labbe
    “New Home and a Fabulous, Urban Lifestyle Life doesn’t get more ‘D.C.’ than it does when you’re living in an incredible, 2,238 sq. ft. [4 BR/3.5 BA] Capitol Hill-style townhome situated between two of the Districts most exciting neighborhoods.”
  • 300 M Street SW #N515 — $549,900 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Jill Judge
    “This beautiful luxury condo includes 2 PARKING SPOTS, spacious gourmet kitchen, ample closet and storage space, and a balcony with sweeping city vistas!”
  • 1514 17th Street NW #311 — $249,000 — Dupont Circle
    Open Fri. 4-6 p.m. — Shana Webb
    TWILIGHT HAPPY HOUR  OPEN HOUSE of this “wide open studio” at The Copley Plaza is “the largest studio in the building and makes a perfect home or pied-à-terre away from home” with “high ceilings, hardwood floors, tree line facing views, a large entry/office nook, deep closet, in a pet-friendly community.”
  • 5121 C Street SE — $570,000 — Marshall Heights
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Laila Rahman
    “NEW construction Town home in MARSHALL HEIGHT. Large open floor plan with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and gleaming hardwood floors. Beautiful modern kitchen w/granite and Stainless Steel appliances.”

You’ve put off buying that home in 2021, now start 2022 off right with our First Time Home Buyer Workshop on Saturday, February 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Be apart of the generation that’s building equity and wealth through homeownership.

Learn your loan options and ask questions to local mortgage lender Rickey Green. ⁠Also, learn the benefits of hiring a real estate agent and ways to make winning offers from GreenLine Real Estate agents Adam PalmerLorielle and Abiola Akintude.

Our workshops are virtual and free of charge. A Zoom link to our webinar will be available to those who sign up. For more information and registration please visit GreenLineRE.com/homebuyerworkshop. No obligation to buy… only to learn

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Real Estate Fresh Finds is a weekly selection of newly-listed properties in the District, brought to you by RLAH Real Estate.

Featured Property of the Week: 1003 Florida Avenue NE

“New 2022 means New Home for You. Enjoy a Spacious New Home and a Fabulous, Urban Lifestyle Life doesn’t get more “D.C.” than it does when you’re living in an incredible, 2,238 sq. ft. Capitol Hill-style townhome situated between two of the Districts most exciting neighborhoods. Built in 1905 and renovated just this year, this 4 BR, 3.5 bath townhome is a short walk from all of the fabulous culture, cuisine, shops and bars of NoMA and the H Street Corridor, including the famous Union Market. If this is too much space, neighbors had $20k bnb income with their basement. Step inside your townhome and enjoy wonderfully comfortable living with spacious rooms, plenty of natural light and dual-zoned HVAC. The back of the house provides great getaway space with a privacy-fenced courtyard and decks on both the first and second floors that look out on your lovely residential neighborhood. The top-to-bottom renovation features all new flooring throughout, gorgeous bathrooms, an incredible kitchen with a gas stove and a separate dining area. The finished basement isn’t your typical TV room, either; it’s a big, brand-new living space that could easily be an income source as a rental for students at nearby Gallaudet University. Being in one of the most walkable areas you’ll find anywhere, you don’t have to have a car at this address, but if you do there is on-street parking for residents. Wherever you need to go in the D.C. Metro, you can get there easily by being so close to NoMA-Gallaudet Metro Station. The urban D.C. lifestyle you’re looking for is waiting for you at 1003 Florida Avenu NE.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 7 BR/7 FB/3 HB manor in Berkley with 15,000+ total square feet spread across 4 levels and features an in-home elevator, 3-car garage, swimming pool, wine cellar, 2 studies/offices, a “cedar dojo/exercise studio and a lower level great room with a wetbar — all for only $20M.
  • 3 BR/3.5 BA PENTHOUSE STUNNER with a PRIVATE ROOF TERRACE in sought-after Petworth.”
  • Spacious and bright 2 BR/2 BA southwest-facing corner unit in a pet-friendly building with a plethora of amenities in Southwest Waterfront.
  • Your Bankruptcy Property of the Week is a 3-level row home near Friendship Heights/Chevy Chase that is currently tenant occupied until May 22nd.

Welcome to Coffee with Coleman! I’m John Coleman, and in this feature, I’ll cover real estate topics in fun and easy-to-digest video breakdowns. If there’s a topic you are interested in hearing more about, feel free to comment on the video and/or reach out to me directly.

In this week’s Coffee with Coleman, we explore the 15 things I want to do (and in some cases redo) before I ever leave this amazing city. It’s not happening anytime soon, but some of these are going to be near impossible, so better get started now!

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