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Last Chance! Gift Your Sweetheart a (Symbolic) Fennec Fox

By PoP Sponsor (a)

Time’s running out to give your beloved their very own fluffy fennec fox or clouded leopard.

Purchase a Friends of the National Zoo Adopt a Species package by midnight tonight to guarantee delivery by Valentine’s Day!

Is your sweetheart hundreds of miles away? No problem — packages can be shipped anywhere within the contiguous U.S., and shipping is free!

Sure, we’re talking about gifting symbolic, inanimate plush objects, rather than live animals. But as our animal care staff can assure you: the plushes are plenty cute and relatively low maintenance.

By purchasing an Adopt a Species package today, you’ll be showing your love not just for your Valentine, but also for conservation efforts at the Zoo and worldwide. And next time you visit the Zoo, you can see the resident fennec foxes, Daisy and Barkley, and the new clouded leopard cubs, Jilian and Paitoon!

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: February 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: 1654-D Beekman Place NW

COMING SOON in the gated community of Beekman Place near Adams Morgan is this 2-story all brick AS-IS 2 BR/1.5 BA townhouse unit that features large, oversized windows, built-in shelving, hardwood floors, a fireplace, a private fenced rear patio and 2 unassigned parking lot spaces all in a prime downtown D.C. location with a WalkScore of 94.

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6 BR/6.5 BA Georgian in Kalorama Heights with 8k+ square feet, including an “attached indoor pool, pool house with bedroom and bathroom, private driveway and garage” all for the reasonable list price of $6.75M.
  • “Investor ALERT! Handyman Special! Here’s your chance to get into Brentwood with a [3 BR/1.5 BA] rehab. Will not last. As-Is Property.”
  • Gorgeous renovation of this Petworth 5 BR/3.5 BA row home boasts a luxury master suite, gourmet kitchen and a lower level with “rental potential with 2 BR/1 BA//Wet Bar/Separate Laundry + front & back entrance.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a renovated and well-maintained 1 BR unit in a boutique condo building in Brightwood, all at a great price!

Take Your Sweetie to Woo at the Zoo

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Tickets are selling fast! Reserve your spots today for Woo at the Zoo on Friday, February 14, from 7-10 p.m.

Learn all about dating, mating and procreating — in the animal kingdom, at least. Bring a special someone, grab a cocktail and dance the night away at a throwback ’80s prom.

Tickets include two hilarious, raunchy presentations on animal dating and mating. Hour-long sessions begin at 7:30 and 9 p.m. Choose your preferred session at checkout, but remember to come early and stay late — the dance party and other activities continue from 7 to 10 p.m.

Each hour-long session includes both talks, followed by a Q&A. The talks are:

Waddle I Do Without You: Penguin Speed Dating

Presented by Small Mammal House Curator Steven Sarro. When there are 100,000 potential mates to meet and everyone is wearing the same outfit, how does a penguin find its soulmate?

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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We’ve heard some people say the current housing inventory is low in the District, but there doesn’t seem to be a lack of open houses. With nearly 200 on the books for D.C. this weekend, there’s still plenty of options, you just have to get out and look! Check out some of our favorites below and to see the full Open House List, click here.

  • 4222 8th Street NW #1 — $815,000 — Petworth
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Molly Branson
    RECENT $10k PRICE REDUCTION on this gorgeous 4 BR/4 BA town house with 2,200+ square feet across 2 levels, featuring an open main level floor plan, large oversized windows and a shared fenced-in backyard.
  • 45 Sutton Square SW #1009 — $3,000,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 1-4 p.m. — Mary Bazargan
    Luxury 3 BR/2.5 BA unit at The Vio at the Wharf “with panoramic views of East Potomac Park and the Northern Virginia skyline.”
  • 1279 Owen Place NE — $774,900 — Trinidad
    Open Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Deyi Awadallah
    “New finishes throughout including exposed brick and hardwood floors, a gourmet kitchen with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances with in-island microwave, a butler’s pantry, designer bathroom fixtures and accents, and much more.”
  • 730 Webster Street NW #B — $835,000 — Petworth
    Open Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Robyn Porter
    Completely renovated 3 BR/2.5 BA rowhome has been modernized from top-to-bottom with a welcoming front porch, private rooftop deck and a fenced-in backyard with grass space, a patio and off-street parking.
  • 3932 Burns Place SE — $360,000 — Fort Dupont
    Open Sat. 2-4 p.m. — Malik Tuma
    3 BR/3.5 BA brick Colonial with a “newly updated kitchen with all new appliances and baths, refinished hardwood floors, finished basement with bonus room and more!”

Listing of the Day: 906 Gallatin Street NW Unit 402

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Address: 906 Gallatin Street NW, Unit 402
Neighborhood: Petworth
Listed: $481,900
Open: Saturdays & Sundays, 1-4 p.m. Weekdays by appointment.

Sleekly designed and priced at an incredible value, The Gallatin’s new 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condominiums are now selling in the Petworth community.

Each home is a corner unit with abundant natural light and an open layout from kitchen to living room. Modern finishes, such as quartz kitchen countertops, marble tile and flooring in both bathrooms, and glass tiled backsplashes in select kitchens are complimented with exposed iron beams and a soft palette of gray hues for a slightly industrial accent.

In the center of The Gallatin’s two buildings is a beautifully landscaped outdoor courtyard that connects to an elevated social area with seating and a grill for entertaining or lounging. Private storage units, security with intercom and a bike shelter are also included. To learn more or schedule a tour, contact Jay Zelaska of Smith | Schnider at 202-792-0070. Visit: TheGallatinDC.com.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: January 29

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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: 411 Mellon Street SE #2

This 2 BR/2 BA is one of “only three units remain[ing] in Congress Row! Each unit features designer finishes, stainless steel appliances, quartz counters (easy to clean!), slow-close cabinetry, wood floors and recessed lighting. There is a shared garden & yard. Parking is available for an additional charge. W/D hook-ups in each unit. Low condo fee! Close to Bolling Air Force Base, Congress Heights Metro and St. Elizabeths! This unit comes with an extra storage unit!!”

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a gigantic 4-story 11 BR/12 FB/5 HB Villa in Forest Hills that boasts 16,800+ square feet and features a “professional wine cellar, state-of-the-art gym, complete spa with sauna, steam and massage room, hot tub, game room, secure safe room, pet washing station, oversized in-ground garage for eight cars with security” and an electric charging station as well as a “heated swimming pool and pool house” all for the meager price of $15M.
  • Completely renovated 5 BR/3.5 BA Petworth interior rowhome with an open main level floor plan also includes a fully-finished lower level with a bedroom suite and kitchenette ideal for a guest or in-law suite.
  • True 1 BR unit at The General Scott, an amenity-rich building in the heart of Downtown D.C. includes 24-hour concierge, bike room, extra storage and a 2k square foot green roof with panoramic views of the District.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a gorgeous and seemingly perfect 1 BR/1 BA unit at Capitol HIll Tower in Navy Yard.

What’s the DC First-Time Home Buyer Recordation Tax Reduction?

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When you buy a home in Washington, D.C., in most cases the city collects a recordation tax from the buyer — 1.1% of the purchase price under $400,000 and 1.45% if the price is above $400,000.

This makes up a big portion of the buyer’s closing costs and is paid up front at closing. But it’s possible to get this tax reduced significantly for those who qualify. The D.C. First-Time Home Buyer Recordation Tax Reduction reduces this to just .725% of the purchase price. That’s some BIG savings!

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DC Open House List for This Weekend

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Now that the weather is bearable enough to walk outside for longer than 5 minutes, it’s time to get back to your 2020 homeowning goals. Check out some of our recommended open houses scheduled across the District this weekend below and to see the full list, click here.

  • 910 9th Street NE #2 — $925,000 — H Street Corridor
    Open Sun. 12-2 p.m. — Tumi Demuren
    JUST REDUCED BY $75k, “This newly renovated semi-detached 2-unit condominium is just 1 block from the very vibrant H Street Corridor. #2 is a 4 BR/3.5 BA unit with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on the first level, with a washer and dryer. The master bedroom comes with a huge master bathroom with a shower and bathroom tub, large walk-in closest, and stunning natural lights. The second floor is a must see work of art with the kitchen of your dreams, which includes Quartz countertops, KitchenAid appliances and a wonderful island with a side deck to die for. The unit also comes with hardwood floors throughout, and parking for each unit in the rear.”
  • 4430 Kansas Avenue NW — $949,900 — Petworth
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4 p.m. — Dshaminova Shaminova
    “This newly completed residence by Zion Developments crafted with such authenticity, style & quality materials offers 4 BA and 3.5 BA floor plan. All 2,170 square feet are immaculately designed and finished with high-end designer finishes and details.”
  • 3556 Texas Avenue SE — $649,000 — Penn Branch
    Open Sun. 1:30-3:30 p.m. — Christopher Georgatsos
    Gorgeous 4 BR/2.5 BA detached stone and brick Colonial perched on a hill could use a little refreshing on the inside, but the total package, including the large fenced-in backyard makes this one hard to pass up for the price.

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Real Estate Fresh Finds: January 22

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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: 2109 M Street NE #9

“Welcome to Arbor Flats! A brand new 9 unit, stylish and chic, condominium that provides everything you need to live at the intersection of urban culture and tranquility; private balconies for soaking in the calm, high-end kitchens for cooking and entertaining; designed using Italian White Carrara Quartz, European glass mosaic backsplash and more.

Bedrooms boast with oversized windows for tons of natural light. The master bedroom has an en-suite bath and a walk in closet. Penthouse offers 2 levels of luxury living and private roof deck. Equipped with high quality finishes and appliances, this energy efficient, luxurious building is one of a kind and a MUST SEE. Blocks to everything H Street and Trinidad have to offer.”

Other Notable Fresh Listings: 

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 2 BR/3.5 BA luxury condo “that comprises an entire wing of Wardman Tower, offering an ideal plan of generously scaled rooms designed to facilitate gracious living and entertaining” at the low, low price of just under $6M.
  • 3-story Petworth rowhome with 4 BR/2 BA has offers due by Sunday and features gorgeous hardwood floors, 2 levels of balconies and a rear yard with off-street parking.
  • 1 BR/1 BA unit at The McCoy in SE DC “is practically new and boasts tasteful, high end finishes throughout.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week definitely has 4 walls and a roof, the rest however is up to you to see in a home tour of this detached 4 BR/2.5 BA in Fort Dupont.

Welcome to Estate Parisian-Style Apartments with Extraordinary Amenities

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Estate — the newest addition to The Yards neighborhood — is now offering tours for those seeking an unparalleled level of sophisticated living.

The collection of studio to two-bedroom boutique residences offers striking views of the waterfront, elegant Parisian-style accents and a carefree spirit that’s inspired by the French joy of living, joie de vivre.

Residents will be able to select from two thoughtfully curated home-styles. Estate’s Chalets and Villas are designed with a wealth of natural light and warm wood accents that pay tribute to the artisans of French luxury. Residences feature floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring ceilings, keyless entry, spacious kitchens equipped with Caesarstone quartz countertops, walk-in closets, in-unit washer-dryer and much more.

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