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Breaking the stigma — your mental health matters

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Mental health struggles don’t come with a schedule or a warning. Whether you’re overwhelmed by work stress, dealing with anxiety after scrolling social media, feeling isolated, or just having a hard time—you’re not alone. And asking for help isn’t weakness. It’s courage.

Here’s the thing about mental health in DC:

Too many of us are suffering in silence. Young adults are navigating social comparison anxiety. Seniors are dealing with isolation. All of us are carrying weight we don’t always show.

What you need to know:

  • You don’t have to figure this out alone. The 988 Lifeline is available 24/7—call, text, or chat anytime. No judgment. No pressure.
  • Small habits change everything. A 15-minute walk. Putting your phone down for an hour. Talking to someone you trust. These aren’t luxuries—they’re survival.
  • The myths are wrong. Therapy isn’t just for “sick” people. Mental health isn’t a weakness. Your feelings are valid. You deserve support.
  • Your community is here. Local DC mental health resources, support groups, and counselors are ready to help. Free screenings. Affordable care. People who get it.

This week, we’re challenging DC to #BeMindful. Share what helps you—a walk, a conversation, a moment of silence. Break the stigma by being real about your mental health.

If you’re struggling:

Your mental health is as important as your physical health. You deserve to feel okay. And you don’t have to do it alone.

#BeMindfulDC #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone

Listing of the Day: 817 20th Street NE

By Prince Of Petworth
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Address: 817 20th Street NE
Neighborhood: Carver-Langston / Trinidad
Type: 3 BR, 3 (+1 half) BA townhouse – 1815 sq. ft.
Open House: Sunday, August 2nd 12 – 2 p.m.
Listed: $639,000

Noteworthy: Recently refreshed 3 bed, 3.5 bath home with a great yard!

Thoughtfully renovated in 2016/2017 and extensively refreshed in 2026, this modern home offers three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, multiple living spaces, and fantastic outdoor space.

The open-concept main level features beautifully restored and restained red oak hardwood floors, spacious living and dining areas, an updated powder room, and a designer kitchen with a new refrigerator and wine fridge, newer dishwasher, induction stove, abundant counter space, a large breakfast bar, new lighting above the island, and a wall of windows that fills the space with natural light.

Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom, including newly updated bathroom vanities. The primary bedroom features new lighting, while a conveniently located laundry closet includes a newer washer and dryer.

The fully finished lower level offers exceptional flexibility with new LVP, a spacious rec room, a third bedroom featuring great natural light and two closets, and a third full bathroom. This space is ideal as a guest suite, a home office, or gym.

The charming front yard features new seasonal plantings including daffodils, grape hyacinths, tulips, hostas, and hydrangea. Out back, added topsoil and privacy panels enhance the private backyard and garden, creating an inviting setting for relaxing, entertaining, or dining al fresco.

Ideally situated in Trinidad/Carver Langston, the home offers convenient access to the shops, restaurants, and nightlife of the H Street Corridor, the DC Streetcar, the National Arboretum, Rosedale Recreation Center and Pool, and the exciting ongoing development around RFK and along the Benning Road corridor.

Listed by:
Julia Gallagher and Paul Basto – The Julia and Paul Team of Compass
[email protected]

DC Fresh Finds for July 29, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

609 4th St SW
609 4th St SW

This Southwest Waterfront rowhome already has a tenant paying part of the mortgage: 609 4th St SW

  • Fully equipped basement rental unit

  • Basement already leased at $1,750/month

  • Steps from The Wharf’s restaurants & shops

  • 8-minute walk to Waterfront Metro

  • Fully renovated kitchen & three baths

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 5BR/4 full + 1 half-bath 1935 English Tudor in Spring Valley, extensively reimagined in 2012 with a double-sided wood-burning fireplace, a classic AGA range in the chef’s kitchen, and a stone terrace overlooking nearly half an acre of landscaped gardens—all for $5M.

  • “Expanded and thoughtfully restored, this beautiful Wardman rowhome offers nearly 2,500 square feet, a luxurious primary suite with dressing room, a sun-filled family room addition, and coveted two-car parking—just blocks from Petworth & Columbia Heights Metros. Nearly every aspect of the home has been updated, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, outdoor living and a parking pad, offering true peace of mind rarely found in homes of this era.”

  • Inside The Lofts at Adams Morgan, “warehouse-inspired architecture” and “iconic glass-and-steel skybridge walkways” define this two-bedroom, two-bath loft steps from Adams Morgan’s restaurants and nightlife.

  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a Glover Park rowhome “tucked into one of Glover Park’s most desirable corners” and just “blocks from Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Safeway, and a wealth of neighborhood dining.”

DC Open House List for This Weekend: July 24, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

With 330+ open houses across the District this weekend, there’s no shortage of properties to tour before the summer heat sends everyone back indoors. RLAH @properties agents alone are hosting a dozen open houses around the city this Saturday and Sunday, from a mid-century Southwest DC townhome with ties to famed architect Chloethiel Woodard Smith to a top-floor Art Deco gem in 16th Street Heights. Grab an iced coffee and get out there. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

5439 30th Pl NW
5439 30th Pl NW
  • 5439 30th Pl NW — $1,869,000 — Chevy Chase, DC
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Felicia Meier
    “Welcome to an award-winning Dilan Home offering exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and luxury finishes throughout. The open floor plan centers around a gourmet kitchen featuring Viking appliances, an island with seating and storage, a pantry for your small appliances and foodstuffs, and a cozy sitting room with access to a spacious walk-out deck—perfect for entertaining or everyday living.”
  • 319 I St SW #200 — $749,900 — Waterfront
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Katherine Krevor
    “Own a piece of the district’s mid-century history. Designed by pioneer architect Chloethiel Woodard Smith, she earned a reputation as one of the region’s finest architects in mid-century classic modern architecture. Similarly, Dan Kiley, landscape architect for the original master plan, is widely considered one of the most influential landscape designers of the 20th Century. This remodeled, stunning, spacious 3-level townhome has a 1-car garage and 3-bedrooms + den.”
  • 3219 Wisconsin Ave NW #301 — $1,074,900 — Cleveland Park
    Open Sat. 12-2PM — David Bediz
    “Experience elevated city living at 3219 Wisconsin Ave NW #301, a stunning luxury residence in Le Parc, Cleveland Park’s premier boutique condominium. Perfectly positioned along one of Washington, DC’s most vibrant corridors, this exceptional home places you across the street from 2 Amys, Cactus Cantina and Barcelona, and just minutes from other acclaimed restaurants, neighborhood cafés, shopping, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences.”
  • 1344 Half St SW #1344 — $725,000 — Old City #1
    Open Sat. 2-4PM — Jennifer Chow
    “Located in the heart of Southwest DC, this beautifully remodeled 2022, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath rowhome with hardwood floors throughout offers an unbeatable lifestyle. Flooded with natural light and complete with a dedicated rear parking space, this exceptional residence places you just moments from Navy Yard, The Wharf, Audi Field, Nationals Park, waterfront parks, 2 Metro stations, grocery stores and some of the city’s finest restaurants, cafés, and entertainment.”
  • 145 Adams St NW #1 — $699,000 — Bloomingdale
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — David Treanor
    “Stunningly renovated 2-level, 3BR/2.5BA condo with deeded parking on a quiet, tree-lined street. Soaring high ceilings and Victorian bay windows flood 1,400+ sq ft with natural light. The open floor plan features hardwood floors, distinct living and dining areas, and a gourmet kitchen with a large marble island, built-in bar, wine fridge, and ample cabinetry.”
  • 1024 Cook Dr SE — $695,000 — Congress Heights
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Brendan Mullenholz
    “Enjoy suburban style living with the convenience of city access in this rarely available Craftsman home in Asheford Court. Built in 2016, this charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a bright, open layout with fresh paint and new carpet. You’ll love the flow from the front sitting area to the spacious family room and into the sun-filled kitchen.”

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Listing of the Day: 507 M Street NE #2

By Prince Of Petworth
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Address: 507 M Street NE #2
Neighborhood: NoMa
Type: 2 BR, 2 (+1 half) BA condo – 1911 sq. ft.
Open House: July 26, Sunday 11 am – 2 pm
Listed: $874,997

Noteworthy: Solar-powered penthouse with parking, EV charging & Wolf/Sub-Zero chef’s kitchen

Solar-powered and sun-drenched, this dual-primary-suite penthouse offers expansive living across two thoughtfully designed levels in the heart of Northeast DC. Positioned between NoMa Metro and Gallaudet University, the home combines premium finishes, secure off-street parking, EV charging, and unusually efficient city living.

A floor-to-ceiling bay window creates a welcoming reading nook or work-from-home retreat, while cherry hardwood floors, custom wood details, exposed brick, and three oversized skylights bring warmth and natural light throughout. The main level includes generous living and dining areas, a discreet powder room, private rear deck, dedicated workspace, and a true chef’s kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigeration, Wolf professional range, industrial hood, granite counters, expanded prep island, bar seating, and abundant cabinetry.

Upstairs, two oversized bedroom suites each offer a private, naturally lit bath. The primary suite features flexible lounge or workspace areas, extensive storage, a walk-in closet, dual vanity, Jacuzzi soaking tub, and separate walk-in shower beneath a skylight. The junior suite includes stone finishes and an oversized dual-head shower.

Additional features include integrated speaker wiring, recessed LED lighting, smart thermostat controls, security cameras, video doorbell, tankless hot water, radiant wall panels, enhanced power infrastructure, reflective white roof, passive solar awning, seasonal Capitol views, low condo fees, and roof access.

Walk to Union Market, Trader Joe’s, NoMa Metro, Union Station, H Street, Capitol Hill, Whole Foods, Harris Teeter, Giant, parks, dining, and entertainment. City living without compromise.

Listed by:
Gary Raze
[email protected]
(301) 288-1152

DC Fresh Finds for July 22, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

319 I St SW #200
319 I St SW #200

Own a piece of the district’s mid-century history. Designed by pioneer architect Chloethiel Woodard Smith, she earned a reputation as one of the region’s finest architects in mid-century classic modern architecture — 319 I St SW #200

  • Freshly painted & refinished oak floors
  • Upgraded kitchen & bathrooms
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den can be converted into a 4th bedroom
  • Fully finished lower level
  • Balcony and Patio space

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 2BR/2 full + 1 half-bath reimagined residence inside the iconic Watergate South co-op, with sweeping Potomac River and monument views, custom millwork, and a design pedigree that’s landed it in Architectural Digest and Vogue Living—all for $5M.
  • A two-bedroom, two-bath industrial-style loft condo in a historic Gothic Revival building, showcasing “exposed brick walls, poured concrete floors, soaring ceilings, and oversized windows” in the heart of Penn Quarter.
  • “This is the one! A rare 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom top-floor unit at the top of Georgetown. Welcome to The Observatory on Wisconsin Avenue NW. This full-service, amenity-filled, 24hr concierge building is one of Washington’s finest living locations. This large open floor plan with 10-foot ceilings is perfect for living and entertaining.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “stunning two-story loft condominium” that “seamlessly blends industrial charm with modern sophistication” with “warm hardwood floors” and “sleek metal accents” in Columbia Heights.

DC Open House List for This Weekend: July 17, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

1007 O Street NW
1007 O Street NW

Mid-July in DC means one thing: heat that has everyone hunting for air conditioning, and an open house is one of the best excuses to duck inside somewhere new. With 255+ open houses across the District this weekend, there’s plenty to explore — from a Logan Circle showpiece to a Bloomingdale twilight open house with light bites. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 1007 O Street NW — $2,299,000 — Logan Circle
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Mandy Hursen
    “Incredible new low price on a practically brand new home! Constructed in 2021 by OPaL, this custom-built townhome is a refined statement of design, where every detail feels intentional and elevated. Beautiful home on a quiet, tree-lined stretch in DC’s coveted Logan Circle, 1007 O Street NW is the kind of home that stops you mid-scroll. From its striking architecture to its effortlessly livable layout, the home is both a showpiece and a sanctuary. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with light, illuminating true hardwood floors, custom paneling, and a seamless flow anchored by an oversized great room with acoustic detailing.”
  • 1024 Cook Dr SE — $695,000 — Congress Heights
    Open Sat. 11AM-1PM & Sun. 12-2PM — Brendan Mullenholz
    “Enjoy suburban-style living with the convenience of city access in this rarely available Craftsman home in Asheford Court. Built in 2016, this charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a bright, open layout with fresh paint and new carpet. You’ll love the flow from the front sitting area to the spacious family room and into the sun-filled kitchen.”
  • 113 U St NW — $1,690,000 — Bloomingdale
    Open Fri. 5-7PM & Sun. 12-2PM — David Bediz
    “Welcome to 113 U Street NW, a one-of-a-kind custom residence in the heart of Bloomingdale. This expansive, full-width rowhome masterfully blends the timeless character and craftsmanship of an early-1900s Washington, DC home with thoughtfully integrated MODERN LUXURY. Adding to its exceptional versatility is a CONNECTED 2BR/2BA UNIT —ideal for short-term rental income, multigenerational living, a private guest suite, home office, or simply expanding your own living space.”
  • 3417 Baker St NE — $398,000 — River Terrace
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-2PM — Leslie Griffith
    “In the serene and sought‑after River Terrace enclave of Washington, DC, this excellently renovated two‑bedroom residence offers a rare blend of sophistication, comfort, and thoughtful craftsmanship. From the moment you enter, the enclosed front porch addition offers a warm welcome and multifunctionality. When you step inside, rich hardwood flooring throughout the living areas and large windows set a tone of understated elegance.”
  • 2125 14th St NW #401 — $750,000 — Logan
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Joseph Himali
    “Soaring ceilings, walls of light from three exposures, and a layout built for real living come together here in a way that is hard to find in the city. This corner unit offers two full bedrooms, a versatile den, and two full baths in one of the building’s most sought-after floor plans, and with only one shared neighbor on the floor, there is a rare sense of quiet and privacy.”
  • 743 Upsal St SE — $380,000 — Congress Heights
    Open Sat. 2-4PM — Asia Tyler
    “Well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath semi-detached residence offering exceptional space, natural light, and thoughtful upgrades throughout. This inviting home blends comfort and functionality with a bright, airy layout designed for modern living. The main level features open, well-proportioned living spaces enhanced by recessed lighting and abundant natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.”

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It’s okay to not be okay—but it’s also okay to ask for help

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You’re doing fine. You’re handling it. Everything’s under control.

Until it’s not.

Maybe it sneaks up on you slowly—the weight getting heavier, the smile getting harder to find, the things you used to enjoy feeling empty. Maybe it hits all at once. Either way, that moment when you realize you can’t do this alone is not a moment of weakness. It’s a moment of clarity.

Mental health is the part of wellness we whisper about.

We post highlight reels but hide the breakdowns. We say “I’m good” when we’re drowning. We wait until we’re in crisis to ask for help because we’ve been taught that struggling means failing. That’s a lie.

The truth is:

  • Everyone struggles. The person next to you at work. Your best friend. Your family. The colleague who always seems put-together. Mental health doesn’t discriminate.
  • Struggling doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you’re human. It means you’ve been carrying something heavy. And it’s time to set it down.
  • You deserve support. Not someday. Not when it gets worse. Now. Today. Whatever you’re feeling right now—it’s worth getting help for.
  • Taking care of your mental health is taking care of your life. Therapy. Medication. Talking to someone. Rest. Boundaries. These aren’t luxuries. They’re necessities.
  • Recovery is possible. Healing isn’t linear, but it’s real. People get better. Feelings change. You can feel better.

If you’re struggling today:

  • 988 Lifeline: Call or text 988 (24/7, free, confidential)
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
  • Local DC mental health services: https://dcmhca.org/

You don’t have to figure this out alone. Reach out. To a friend, a family member, a counselor, a hotline. The hardest part is asking. The rest gets easier.

Your mental health matters. You matter.

DC Fresh Finds for July 15, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

113 U Street NW
113 U Street NW

A one-of-a-kind 6BR/4.5BA custom residence in the heart of Bloomingdale: 113 U St NW

  • Expansive, full-width rowhome masterfully blends the timeless character and craftsmanship
  • CONNECTED 2BR/2BA UNIT —ideal for short-term rental income
  • Largest Home on the Block
  • Owned Solar Panels
  • Whole home in-ceiling speaker system and surround sound
  • Rear Deck with built-in hot tub and outdoor television

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 6BR/4 full + 1 half-bath Traditional-style manor on a rare double lot in Cleveland Park, with a breathtaking library, a sunroom, a screened porch, magnificent Washington National Cathedral views, and a 50-foot heated pool—all for $5M.
  • A “beautifully 2022 remodeled” Southwest DC rowhome with hardwood floors throughout, “moments from Navy Yard, The Wharf, Audi Field, Nationals Park, waterfront parks, 2 Metro stations, grocery stores and some of the city’s finest restaurants, cafés, and entertainment.”
  • BACK ON THE MARKET: A “beautifully refreshed” 3BR/2.5BA townhouse tucked inside the Henson Ridge community in Southeast DC, with “gleaming hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and seamless living and dining spaces that feel warm, stylish, and easy to enjoy.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “stunning and modern condo” with “an open floor plan and abundant natural light,” featuring “three bedrooms with ample closet space, three and a half baths and a private patio space” in the heart of Columbia Heights.
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