Dupont Circle


1820 Connecticut Ave, NW

From an email:

“The epic annual St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church Rummage Sale is this Saturday, October 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. only. Don’t miss it!

Featuring a wide selection of women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing and accessories, jewelry, kitchenware, linens, framed art, housewares, holiday decorations, and other treasures galore. A thrifter’s dream.

Our church is on Connecticut Ave, north of the Dupont Circle Metro, across from the Washington Hilton.

Full details below (more…)


Dating


photo by Rich Renomeron

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.

“Dear PoPville,

11th & M Cabi bike dock, Tuesday night (10/14). I docked my bike only to find that it was broken and my ride wouldn’t end. I looked over and saw that you were having the same issue. We were both (more…)


Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

1025 1st St SE #1315
1025 1st St SE #1315

The District is trading open-house signs for sparklers this Fourth of July weekend, and with only 57 open houses on the calendar citywide, the holiday slowdown makes for a low-key chance to tour at your own pace. We’ve rounded up six to get you started. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 1025 1st St SE #1315 — $625,000 — Navy Yard
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Andrew Goodman
    “Welcome to Residence #1315 at Velocity Condominiums, a rare corner-unit, true 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in the heart of Navy Yard. Perched on the 13th floor, this sought-after residence is bathed in natural light thanks to its corner location and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows on multiple exposures, offering stunning city views and an open, airy feel throughout. The thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan provides exceptional privacy and functionality, making it ideal for guests, roommates, or a dedicated home office.”
  • 1801 Wyoming Ave NW #23 — $639,900 — Kalorama
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Margaret Babbington
    “Welcome to Residence #23 at 1801 Wyoming Avenue NW, an inviting home nestled in the heart of Washington, DC’s coveted Kalorama neighborhood. Blending timeless character with modern comfort, this beautifully maintained residence offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy one of the city’s most prestigious and walkable locations.”
  • 3426 24th St SE — $280,000 — Randle Heights
    Open Sun. 11:30AM-1PM — Stephanie Cooper
    “Welcome to 3426 24th St. SE, a standout in this park-filled corner of D.C. This solid, red-brick, semi-detached, single-family home is the perfect entry into home-ownership, a warm welcome into the city, or so much more depending on your needs! At the perfect price, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is abundantly roomy at approximately 1,200 square feet. It’s also so very attractive with newer roof, new siding on the addition and its rich wood floors across the main and upper levels. They shine with sunlight streaming in from three sides!”
  • 520 15th St SE — $850,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Peter Grimm
    “Declare Your Independence! This One is Hotter than a Firecracker! Indeed, some homes just feel right from the start, and 520 15th Street SE is one of them. Perfectly positioned in one of Capitol Hill’s most convenient and connected locations, this light-filled porch-front delivers an increasingly rare combination: classic character, smart updates, private outdoor space, flexible living, and off-street parking.”
  • 1120 5th St NW — $1,695,000 — Mount Vernon Triangle
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Kelly Brocki
    “The Brocki Group presents a distinguished 1890 Grand Victorian located in the heart of the Mt. Vernon Triangle Historic Preservation District. This rare 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers over 3,000 sq. ft. across four finished levels, complemented by three outdoor living spaces—a rooftop deck with city views, an expansive mid-level deck, and a hardscaped back and side yard ideal for parking and outdoor entertaining.”
  • 3554 13th St NW #2 — $1,379,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sun. 11:30AM-1:30PM — Tom Buerger
    “In the heart of the Columbia Heights residential area, come to the newer Heights 13 Condo living that lives like an individual house with unbelievable space and style. Three levels of living with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths 3 balconies plus a private garage parking space.”

Trees

Thanks to Eric for sending the sad news:

“Saw this today where the cherry blossom once stood near the corner of 19th and Columbia. A neighbor has been working on that triangular garden space recently so I feared the worst, but found the work order on the urban forestry site so unfortunately it must have been diseased. Attached is a photo of it in bloom in 2021.” (more…)


Pedestrian


photo by Mr.TinMD

“Dear PoPville,

If you’re an e-bike or scooter rider who rides on the sidewalk – please slow down while passing pedestrians!

I’ve had a couple of alarming encounters recently – I don’t know if this is just because I’m walking on streets without bike lanes more frequently or if this behavior is increasing. About five times over the past month, I’ve been walking on the sidewalk when a person on an e-bike or scooter has flown by me at a high speed. With the scooters, sometimes there’s enough noise for a warning, but the e-bikes are pretty quiet, and given how fast they can go, it’s difficult to hear them ahead of time.

Don’t get me wrong – I am a fan of additional modes of transportation, especially the e-bikes as several people I know have come to swear by them, but with any new technology, there are also safety concerns. This problem clearly stems from (more…)


Event

Logan Circle Main Street and U Street Main Street are celebrating World Cup season with a free, family-friendly Carnival celebrating soccer, community, and local business sponsored by Volo. All proceeds support LCMS and USMS programming.

Join us Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1–5 PM at Harrison Park for an afternoon packed with:


Restaurants


photo by Clif Burns

Thanks to Kim for sending: “&pizza- three locations were sold including H Street, U Street and Navy Yard. Navy Yard has since reopened.”

Pizza Marketplace (how am I just learning of this magnificent website) reported back in June:

“Just two months after &pizza announced it was franchising, the brand has its first franchisee, I Will Pizza. I Will Pizza has acquired three of &pizza’s restaurants in Washington, D.C., (more…)


Georgetown


photo by Rukasu1

From a press release:

“As part of IKEA’s ongoing transformation to better meet the evolving needs of its customers, the company is moving its planning location in Arlington to a new, more accessible location in Georgetown, Washington, D.C. IKEA in Georgetown will open on November 5, located at 3307 M, Street. NW. Washington, DC 20007. Meanwhile, The IKEA Arlington Plan and order point will remain open for planning appointments and pick up until it closes on November 30, 2025.

This decision supports IKEA’s broader strategy to meet customers wherever and however they choose to shop—whether in-store, online, or through new and innovative formats. (more…)


Columbia Heights


14th and Florida Ave, NW

Looks like the end of a ten year lease, back in 2015 we reported: Petition Fails, “Crypto-Classism” Defeated with Arrival of a 7-Eleven coming to 14th and Florida Ave, NW…

Oh that was a helluva ride.

Thanks to R. for sending: “This sign (below) just went up (Thursday.) 7-11 closing at 14th and Florida. Looks like something else will take its place.” (more…)