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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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The weather is returning to a more normal late-spring warm as is the amount of open houses for this weekend, with over 320 scheduled across the District. Make sure your agent has a strategy to keep you safe while searching for your next home. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 445 Ridge Street NW — $1,195,000 — Shaw
    Open Saturday, 12-3 p.m. and Sunday, 1-4 p.m. — Ellen Klein
    “Village life in the city at 445 Ridge Street NW! Have you always wanted to live on this little treasure of a street in Shaw? Renovated in 2016-17 this contemporary 3 BD plus office/2.5 BA home with teak stained 5-inch plank wide white oak and polished concrete floors, oversized skylights, gourmet kitchen/dining, living room areas leading to an intimate, walled outdoor space perfect for entertaining or relaxing and secure parking is here! The current owner has made a slew of improvements, including Sunpower X21 5.18kw solar system that generated over $3K of passive income, a new roof with an eight-year warranty, new skylights with an eight-year warranty, new metal roof hatch security gate, internal and external tuck-pointing, the upgraded bathrooms with new light fixtures and shower fixtures, glass shower door and faucets in hall bath, luxurious medicine chest, new storage closet/pipe access in the primary bath. Full house painting 3M UltraS800 impact protection film applied to all the ground floor windows. All of this in this incredible location just a short walk to all the shopping and dining options of Shaw and City Center All of this just .3 miles to Mt. Vernon Sq. Metro, 2 miles to Safeway and .4 mile to Giant.”
  • 3981 1st Street SW — $649,000 — Bellevue/Congress Heights
    Open Sunday, 1-4 p.m. — Anthony Jones
    “New construction! 5 BD/3 BD, fully renovated Cape Cod, huge fenced yard with tons of outdoor space, including outdoor cooking and grill area, three-tier garden with flowing fountains and color-changing water feature.”
  • 719 Tuckerman Street NW — $725,000 — Brightwood
    Open Sunday, 2-4 p.m. — Joe Himali
    “This delightful 4 BD/3.5 BA semi-detached rowhouse in sought-after Brightwood welcomes you with its south-facing front elevation featuring a front porch, gardens, federal-style and brick details. Enter into a world of contemporary, chic design — 719 has been fully renovated to maximize light, space and style.”
  • 2511 N. Capitol Street NE — $1,095,000 — Brookland
    Open Sunday, 1-3 p.m. — Valerie Blake
    “This large home is located on the western tip of Brookland. A slate walkway leads the way past the lovely front garden to a stunning entrance door. Inside you will find upgrades galore: hardwood floors, exquisite light fixtures, a large living room with a gas fireplace and an open dining area.”
  • 4126 8th Street NW #1 — $525,000 — Petworth
    Open Sunday, 2-4 p.m. — Ali Velasco
    “Open space, sun-filled, spacious 2 BD/2 BA condo in the heart of Petworth. This gorgeous, move-in ready home includes an open kitchen with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops great for entertaining.”
  • 203 3rd Street NE — $1,175,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Saturday, 1-4 p.m. — Molly Branson
    “Ever dreamed of owning a classic DC rowhome? Now’s your chance! This home is more than livable (currently tenant occupied), but could use some updates. Offset your mortgage while going through the planning and permitting stage by renting it through the summer. On average, the owners would receive $4,300/month!”

11 Bold Design Features at The Brand New J Linea Apartments in Shaw

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The brand new J Linea boutique apartment building offers a unique angle on Shaw living. Its dramatic façade of arresting angles and metallic finishes gives way to an atmosphere that evokes both urban sophistication and whimsical luxury. Colorful pops of art, top-of-the-line amenities and stunningly designed apartments create a lifestyle that is as dynamic and engaging as the people who call it home. Read on to discover the top 11 bold design features in the J Linea interior design.

1. Illuminate Your Space — From built-in cove lighting in the bedroom to under-mount cabinet lighting in the kitchen to perfectly lit LED-framed mirrors in the bathroom, J Linea features well-designed fixtures to illuminate your home.

2. Closet Organizers — Built-in custom closet organizers impeccably showcase your stylish wardrobe.

3. Top Of The Line Finishes — Everything you’ve come to expect in luxury living, including stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, quartz backsplash and sleek plank flooring.

4. Outdoor Space — Many apartments at J Linea feature private balconies to connect with the outdoors and extend living space outside. A select few residences showcase oversized 300 sq. ft. patios, truly a rare find with city living.

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Celebrate Bike to Work Day on May 21 (and Get a Free T-Shirt!)

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Did you know Friday, May 21, is Bike to Work Day?

No, this isn’t another holiday the internet invented (though we don’t hate National Pizza Day). Bike to Work Day is a D.C. area holiday that’s been around for 20 years now.

Here’s how it works: On Friday, May 21, strap on your helmet and bike to work. If you’re still working from home, you can still hop on your bike for a little cruise.

Along the way, stop by one of the 95 pit stops set up in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, and grab your Bike to Work Day T-shirt. (Masks are required.) Then, on you go to work — or back home!

Bike alone or feel free to grab your co-worker, friend or work-from-home buddy and have them ride along.

This is also a great way to celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month. You’ll get to enjoy the springtime temps and stretch your legs — all while reaping the mental health benefits of exercise.

The event is free, and if you pre-register by May 14 and attend, you get a free T-shirt (while supplies last) and bike raffle entry.

Bike to Work Day is funded by DDOT, MDOT, VDOT and USDOT.

Commuter Connections, the regional network of transportation organizations coordinated by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, offers free services and programs that help employees and employers throughout the region find the most cost-effective, convenient and safe commutes. Information on ride-matching, public transit, HOV/Express lanes, park-and-ride lots, bicycling, teleworking and commuter incentives are among the services Commuter Connections has been promoting since its founding in 1974.

Real Estate Fresh Finds: May 12

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

Featured Property of the Week: 2511 N Capitol Street NE

HITTING THE MARKET TOMORROW IS “this large home located on the western tip of Brookland. A slate walkway leads the way past the lovely front garden to a stunning entrance door. Inside you will find upgrades galore: hardwood floors, exquisite light fixtures, a large living room with a gas fireplace and an open dining area. The kitchen has been lovingly renovated with plenty of storage, gas cooking and a 4-door refrigerator. Other features include a waterfall counter in Statuary Marble and herringbone floors done in slate. This floor also includes a front-load, stacked washer and dryer, an elegant powder room with a black walnut counter, imported wallpaper, and access to the rear patio, secured 2-car parking and an electric car charger. There are 3 bedrooms of good size upstairs. The bathroom in the owner’s suite contains dual sinks, a glass shower door and a towel warmer for stepping out of the shower on a chilly morning. Don’t miss the custom walk-in closet. The lower level is self-contained for use by an in-law, an au-pair, or several guests. There is a small patio for chatting outdoors in good weather. The inside has two bedrooms, a living/dining area, a kitchen with butcher block counters, a washer and dryer, and a shower bath. Purchase and enjoy this gem for years to come.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 7 BR/6 FB/2 HB “Regal Flagstone Colonial ideally situated on a private cul-de-sac surrounded by greenery” in Mass. Ave Heights which features 4 levels of luxury with 2 renovated kitchens, renovated bathrooms, a 2-car garage and a beautiful rear stone patio overlooking the large wooded backyard — all for $5.25M.
  • Spacious 2 BR/2 BA “light filled, southeast corner apartment with lower first floor fees but with fifth floor views of trees and a partial view of the Cathedral towers” at Watson Place in Cathedral Heights.
  • “Completely Renovated from Top to Bottom, this magnificent and classic Washington Row House in Petworth features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a finished basement with an extra bedroom and an extra large custom Double Deck with a fabulous Green Lawn space.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a 3 BR/2 BA detached home on a corner lot awaiting a new construction in Brookland.

We Made Booking a Cleaning Easy Again!

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Dear PoPville readers,

Are you sick of reading about the pandemic? I get it. I’m sick of writing to you about the pandemic. But today I’m pretty thrilled to tell you that Well-Paid Maids, the D.C. area’s only living-wage cleaning service, is open and ready to work for you in a way that you’ll find more convenient.

Since we reopened in August, we have worked to serve customers within some pretty strict safety limitations. To keep our team and customers safe, our protocols included only servicing unoccupied homes, limiting the potential exposure of our employees during their commutes, and a variety of incentives to make sure that employees who might be ill could stay home without risking their livelihoods.

We have also spent the past month working to help our team get vaccinated (see above for some action shots!) by any means necessary — providing paid time off for their appointments, paying their transportation costs to and from vaccine sites and paying cash bonuses once they received all doses.

Because of the success of these efforts, in tandem with the success our country has had in suppressing the virus, I am delighted to announce that we will be lifting our most cumbersome restrictions. Starting June 1, we welcome you to book an appointment with no restrictions on staying in your home during the cleaning.

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Experience ‘The Doves’ Art Installation at the National Cathedral for a Limited Time

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Springtime is feeling especially hopeful this year. After a dreary winter — and an all-around dreary 2020 — life in D.C. is slowly revealing signs of pre-pandemic normalcy.

The iconic National Cathedral is embracing this feeling of hope with Michael Pendry’s “Les Colombes” (The Doves) art installation.

Experience (in person!) the cascading column of 2,000 origami doves flying through the Cathedral’s nave. Each dove is inscribed with prayers and messages of hope and are colorfully illuminated by the stained glass.

You can reserve a daytime exhibit walk, or experience the doves at night. Tickets are available in 15-minute increments to help facilitate social distancing.

You can also attend “Hope Floats: A Night of Storytelling Beneath the Doves” on Wednesday, May 19, at 7 p.m. Settle into the Cathedral’s nave and take in stories of hope, renewal and light. Attend in person or sit in virtually.

This exhibit is only available for a limited time, so go online soon to reserve a spot for your visit to see the Doves.

DC Open House List for This Weekend

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It’s Mother’s Day weekend, which means a slight dip in the total number of open houses across the District with around 250 on the books. If you already have Sunday plans, there’s still plenty of Saturday open houses as well! Make sure your agent has a strategy to keep you safe while searching for your next home. To see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 1223 Franklin Street NE — $799,900 — Brookland
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Tohmai Smith
    “This 3 story single family home has 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, is newly renovated, and its traditional charm has been preserved. Designed with beautiful red brick, a cozy front porch and spacious front yard for eye catching curb appeal. Step into the living area and enjoy the nine foot ceilings, open floor plan and new finishes. For all its traditional charm this home features modern electrical, refinished hardwood floors, copper pipes, and a new spectacular skylight. Head into the elegant dining area with plenty of light and seating to entertain, a space that flows effortlessly into the kitchen. Beautiful cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a quaint breakfast nook make this lovely kitchen ideal for your family gatherings and daily meals. The bathrooms are also recently renovated, full of light and modern touches. Lush new carpeting blankets each bedroom and features solid wood doors with modern hardware. The backyard is spacious and perfect for outdoor living under the shade of Elm trees. From the new flat roof to the full basement, you’ll feel right at home here on Franklin St. where D.C.’s historic charm is preserved and brilliantly paired with modern luxuries.”
  • 5201 Wisconsin Avenue NW #112 — $400,000 — Friendship Heights
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — April Brown
    “Look no further because you have found an amazing one bedroom, one bathroom condo in beautiful Friendship Heights! This condo at The Harrison boasts a light-filled open floor plan with attractive hardwood floors and a wall of windows that provide vibrant sunlight beaming into the unit.”
  • 257 G Street SW #110 — $599,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sat. 2-4 & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Gene Sung
    “This light-filled, three level townhouse condo lives like a rowhome. The main level features the kitchen and open living/dining space that is perfect for entertaining (one day). Upstairs you’ll find two bright bedrooms with ample closets and a full bathroom with tub.”
  • 1801 Clydesdale Place NW #506 — $298,500 — Adams Morgan
    Open Sat. 12-2 p.m. & Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Bonnie Roberts-Burke
    “Striking space, fabulous light and delightful angles in this large corner one bedroom. Open modern kitchen with granite and stainless, distinct dining area, marvelous built-in shelving under large living room window (great for plant lovers!) with lovely treed views.”
  • 2100 11th Street NW #G04 — $519,900 –U Street Corridor
    Open Sun. 1-3 p.m. — Fernando Garcia
    “This architecturally inspired condominium community invites you to savor living in the nation’s capital with sophisticated concierge services, breathtaking rooftop views and an unbeatable location.”

Graduate Certificates Offer Quick Path to Career Advancement

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Not everyone has the time or resources to commit to a full master’s degree program. Some may already have a master’s and are just looking for a narrow update on a current skill set. For these reasons, Virginia Tech’s 100% online Master of Information Technology (VT-MIT) program now offers professionals the option to earn a graduate certificate in 10 specialized IT subject areas:

“Leaders can find a certificate that speaks exactly to their professional needs without having to commit several years to pursuing a master’s degree,” says Barbara Hoopes, Associate Professor of Business Information Technology at Virginia Tech.

In fact, nine of the ten certificates require just three courses, so professionals can earn a certificate in as little as 12 months as a part-time student.

Because the certificate courses are the same as those offered through the full degree program, students can apply their certificate courses toward their master’s if they decide to pursue the degree in the future.

Learn more about the fully online graduate certificates and master’s degree at an upcoming information session:

  • Session 1: Wednesday, May 12 at 3 p.m. (online)
  • Session 2: Monday, May 17 at 1 p.m. (online)

Can’t make it on these dates? Email [email protected] to receive a copy of a recently recorded session or visit vtmit.vt.edu to learn more.

You’re Invited: Graduate Sample Class With Andrew McCabe

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Thinking about graduate school? The Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University offers flexible part-time or full-time options for graduate certificate and master’s degree programs designed to teach applicable, real-world knowledge for in-demand careers.

Experience a class firsthand by attending The Legal Framework of National Security, taught by former Deputy Director of the FBI Andrew McCabe. McCabe will examine the legal framework that both empowers and restrains intelligence, military and law enforcement authorities in national security.

The Legal Framework of National Security
Tuesday, May 11
6-7 p.m. (EDT)
(Virtual Session)

Graduate Certificate Programs (Just 5 Courses Each)
Part-time and full-time options available

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: May 5

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

Featured Property of the Week: 1132 Columbia Road NW #3

“WELCOME to the new standard of excellence! This luxurious penthouse is developed by one of D.C.’s most meticulous builders, Diamond Ridge Development. As you ascend to this unit, you’re greeted by exposed brick, high ceilings, custom two-piece crown molding and open-concept living. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, an expansive center island and high-end appliance package. Diamond Ridge Development spared no detail in designing this penthouse and it is truly suited for an entertainers lifestyle. The main level features a large rear bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The second level features two colossal skylights that bathe the upstairs in natural light. Walking into the primary bedroom you will find 12’+ ceilings, an expansive walk-in closet, an en-suite bathroom that features 60″ vanity, and a custom built shower with floor to ceiling marble. The 3rd bedroom could also act as a home office, which connects to the oversized private deck, perfect for lounging and enjoying fresh air. With a 96 Walk Score, this PH is conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, Park View farmers market, CoHI dog park, and only a 3 minute walk to CoHI Metro Station. Current ADT contract will transfer to new owner. Parking available for purchase.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 3 BR/3 BA Georgetown penthouse right on the Potomac with nearly 3k square feet of luxury with multiple balconies and a private 1,400 square foot terrace with a putting green — all for just $7M.
  • “Large studio unit located between Woodley Park & Cleveland Park Metros” includes free laundry, shared parking spaces, a bike room and an outdoor courtyard space with a fountain.
  • 4 BR/3.5 BA Petworth row home features a lower level suite with a kitchenette and walkout to the fenced-in rear patio space and storage shed.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a fully renovated 3 BR/3.5 BA semi-detached unit in Grant Park with a new everything: floors, paint, bathrooms, kitchen and more.
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