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508 Kenyon Street NW508 Kenyon Street NW

This Park View rowhome comes with a built-in Airbnb unit that could pay the mortgage: 508 Kenyon St NW

  • 4BR/3.5BA renovated rowhome
  • Lower level is a separate rental unit
  • Built-in Airbnb income potential
  • Private patio + secure 2-car parking
  • Steps from Park View Metro and Petworth

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 5BR/5.5BA Romanesque Revival semi-detached townhome with a private garden in Georgetown—all for $7M.
  • “Tucked into one of Northwest DC’s most established neighborhoods, this Spanish/Mediterranean-inspired stucco home stands apart from the typical DC housing stock” with a clay tile roof, 9’+ ceilings, and a wood-burning fireplace.
  • “Blending classic DC charm with thoughtful modern updates,” this renovated Petworth rowhome features “quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a striking waterfall island” plus a rare expansive backyard with room to garden, play, or entertain.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “diamond in the rough” that’s “perfect for buyers ready to apply TLC and realize its full value” on a “quiet, tree-lined one-way street in the heart of sought-after Truxton Circle.”

Chinatown

From Monumental Sports:

“Tickets will go on sale Friday, November 14 at 12:00pm ET for Duel in the District, an NCAA men’s basketball matchup featuring the Duke Blue Devils and Michigan Wolverines. This matchup will take place Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 6:30pm ET at Capital One Arena in Washington DC. (more…)


Event

The DC Chamber Musicians close out the 25-26 season with popular works by Brahms and Dohnanyi, and three selections of newer works that are sure to delight. All set in the lovely St. Thomas’ Parish Episcopal Church in the Dupont Circle neighborhood. Join us afterward for a reception featuring light refreshments (including beer and wine) and an opportunity to chat with the musicians.

On the Program


Dating


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“Dear PoPville,

Saturday night (11/8) two friends of mine and I went to Le Dip around midnight. We sat at the bar and ordered fries and a bottle of champagne among the three of us.

We started talking to a group of men in tuxes who had been at an event at the Australian embassy. (more…)


Eckington

Update from DC Fire and EMS: “Update Working Fire 400 block Rhode Island Ave NE. All visible fire knocked down. Checking for hotspots. Fire originated rear porches & extended into interior 2 story mixed use building. No injuries reported. Displacements anticipated.

DC Fire and EMS reports: “Conditions encountered upon arrival at Working Fire 4th St & Rhode Island Ave NE. Dry, windy conditions led to rapid spread of fire thru rear porches and into 2nd floor”

Thanks to Melissa for sending the video: (more…)