2016 P Street, NW
Thanks to Jonathan for the heads up. Del Sur Cafe is coming to the recently closed Leziz. (more…)
Thanks to Agnes for sending this great shot.
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DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 22, 2026
Memorial Day weekend is here, and DC’s housing market isn’t taking the holiday off — there are 170 open houses across the city this weekend. Whether you’re firing up the grill or squeezing in a little house-hunting between cookouts, it’s a perfect stretch of days to wander through some new listings. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
- 3628 New Hampshire Ave NW — $1,125,000 — Columbia Heights
Open Sun. 2-4PM — Silvana Dias
“Lovingly restored and thoughtfully renovated & expanded by its current owners, this remarkable home retains the timeless charm and craftsmanship that define classic Wardman architecture while incorporating the extensive upgrades today’s homeowners seek. Nearly every aspect of the home has been updated, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, outdoor living and parking pad offering true peace of mind rarely found in homes of this era. The inviting front porch immediately sets the tone with all-new iron railings, beadboard ceiling, ceiling fan, and new storm and entry doors creating a warm and welcoming extension of the home.” - 1300 4th St SE #205 — $635,000 — Navy Yard
Open Sat. 11AM-12:45PM — Sherese Teixeira
“Welcome to elevated city living at The Bower, one of DC’s most sought-after boutique residences in the heart of Navy Yard. This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo at 1300 4th St SE #205 blends modern design, upscale finishes, and an unbeatable location into one exceptional offering. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.” - 2220 20th St NW #33 — $740,000 — Kalorama
Open Sun. 12-2PM — Thomas Doyle
“This beautifully updated and maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom co-op on the 3rd floor captures serene treetop views and is filled with original character that sets it apart. The apartment is over 1,300 sqft and retains its original hardwood floors, graceful archways, pocket doors, and all original doors and trim; preserving an authenticity that is rare to find today. Modern upgrades throughout, including in-unit laundry, luxury kitchen, spa-like bathroom, and bespoke light fixtures.” - 3422 Pennsylvania Ave SE — $939,900 — Hillcrest
Open Sat. 12-2PM — Stephanie Cooper
“Welcome to your dream home on Pennsylvania Avenue a stunning, thoughtfully renovated four-level, 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence that seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern luxury in the heart of the Hillcrest/Penn Branch neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, the transformation is undeniable. The refreshed exterior, highlighted by premium Hardie board siding and a newly constructed Trex front porch, creates an inviting first impression and a stylish outdoor retreat.”
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Photo by Joyce Karam
Around 9pm reports starting coming in to us @PoPville:
“Anyone know what those gunshots were near Florida and Ontario NW DC just now?”
“sounded like several gunshots fired near 16th and U St NW, followed by sirens. Any idea what’s happening?”
“16th + V St NW PD confirms they are responding and heard the gunshots from the station. No other details.”
“There are like 10 police cars and a helicopter with a search light in Adams Morgan at Ontario and Kalorama rd nw”
“Police helicopter with spotlight circling broadly from DuPont to meridian hill park”
“I counted 11 shots.”
Joyce Karam reported: “Walking back from dinner, got trapped in shooting near Florida & 18th NW Washington DC.
Police on scene but lot of gunshots fired (at least 4). Chasing suspects now.”
Update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District have announced an arrest has been made in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, in the 1700 block of Florida Avenue, Northwest.
At approximately 8:56 pm, the suspect approached the victims at the listed location. The suspect brandished a handgun and began to shoot at the victims. The suspect then fled the scene. No injuries were reported on scene.
On Tuesday, November 26, 2019, 31 year-old Chibuzo Onukwufor, of Bowie, MD, was arrested and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun).”
From a press release:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser was joined by Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice Kevin Donahue, DC Police Chief Peter Newsham, and public safety officials to announce a $5 million investment to expand the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) crime cameras program. The investment will fund a 70% expansion of the existing citywide crime camera network, adding at least 140 cameras to the network. (more…)
Memorial Day “Murph” at Urban Athletic Club
This Memorial Day Weekend, Urban Athletic Club will host “Murph”—a time-honored Hero workout performed around the country to remember and reflect.
221 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Thanks to Ian for sending the update: “Looks like they’re taking down the giant wood facade and going with on-brand papered window, but it’s certainly progress!! Also. wondering if we’re getting a “Sweetgreen 3.0” makeover at this location. It got panned in its NYC rollout, but could see it being a hit in the must-eat-now crowd of Cap Hill staffers.”
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“This is my buddy Newton, still basking in the World Series glow on his very own Nats blanket. We live in Adams Morgan and he is an adoptee from the Washington Humane Rescue Alliance.”
“Fred, Oscar and Molly watch what’s apparently Cleveland Park’s best-ever bird show.”
“Dear PoPville,
Bed bugs are creatures from nightmares. Thousands of them can hide in cracks around your home, and feed on you while you sleep. According to the CDC they are a public health hazard that causes enormous psychological and physical harm. I know – I suffered from a four-year long bed bug infestation. I own a row-home in Northwest DC. My neighbors harbored a gigantic infestation. For four years, bed bugs crawled from that neighboring property into my home through the wall we share. I repeatedly offered to pay the full cost to exterminate the infestation. My neighbors repeatedly refused. The infestation spread to five houses down our block. My ANC representative, DCRA and DOH wanted to help, but lacked the authority to step in. It took, multiple appearances in Superior Court, 4 professional exterminator companies, several community mediators, and over 30 treatments to end this nightmare. I took a second job just to pay the extermination fees. I still wake up at night when I feel a hair on my arm move because I think the bugs are back again.
My story is surprisingly common. Americans spent $611 million in 2016 combating bed bugs. Washington DC is the second most infested city in the country. Those treatment costs are so high because of multi-dwelling infestations–infestations that cover several adjoining apartments or row-homes. In one case, an infestation that began in one unit spread to 68 others costing more than $200,000 over 3 years. Multi-dwelling infestations persist because a few occupants refuse to get treatment.
Tragically, tenants and low-income residents in DC are the most at risk. (more…)
This rental is located at 1615 Q Street, NW near 16th Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2200 / 1br – 539ft2 – Sunny 1 Bed/Bath (Dupont Circle) (more…)
hahaha thanks to Taylor for sending this great listing:
“If you were on Craigslist looking for a piece of furniture infested with ooky spooky ghosties, then you’ve come to the wrong place because this dining room set is definitely not haunted.
It was not used for ritual sacrifices and therefore is not haunted by the spirits of virgins.
It was not used by Revolutionary War soldiers as a makeshift operating table on the battlefield and therefore is not riddled with poltergeists in tri-corner hats.
As this is D.C. and we have museums where people’s old shoes are kept in glass prisons for gawking tourists, I feel like I should tell you that no one famous has ever sat on, ate off of, or died around this dining set either.
Not Abraham Lincoln. Not Jimi Hendrix. Not the character Goose from the movie Top Gun. (more…)