Logan Circle

“Dear PoPville,

A quick dispatch from Logan Circle, where the long-awaited park renovation has entered a delicate new phase. As you know, the new sod went down after months of construction and enough snow fencing to contain a small music festival — then got a ribbon cutting that left roughly 90% of the park fenced off. And it’s already browning in neat rectangles, each roll outlined like a grid on a spreadsheet nobody wants to open. (more…)


Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

With 270+ open houses across the District this weekend, there’s plenty to see before the dog days of August really set in. This weekend’s lineup spans RLAH @properties and several other DMV brokerages, from a custom-built estate in American University Park, a fully reimagined Bloomingdale rowhouse with a connected income unit, and an affordable renovated one-bedroom near Dupont Circle, among many others. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

113 U St NW
113 U St NW
  • 113 U St NW — $1,690,000 — Bloomingdale
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — David Bediz
    “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. As the LARGEST HOME ON THE BLOCK, the property spans the full width from front to back and features abundant EASTERN-FACING WINDOWS that fill the home with natural light while maintaining remarkable privacy.”

  • 319 I St SW #200 — $749,900 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Katherine Krevor
    “This remodeled stunning spacious 3-level townhome has a 1 car garage and 3-bedrooms + den. Freshly painted, refinished hardwood oak floors, with an upgraded kitchen and bathrooms offers the perfect blend of modern style while preserving beautiful mid-century touches that invite the leafy trees and natural light into your living space, and is paired with an unbeatable Southwest DC location.”

  • 2125 14th St NW #401 — $750,000 — Logan Circle
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Joseph Himali & Sierra Kim
    “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. The living, dining, and kitchen areas are wide open and made for gathering, flowing together beneath exposed concrete ceilings and ductwork that conceal the central air conditioning and heat.”

  • 609 4th St SW — $1,279,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 12-3PM — Jason Skipworth
    “Welcome home to 609 4th Street SW, luxury townhome living in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 609 4th Street SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community. Features 4-bedrooms & 3-bathrooms, 2,460 sq ft spread out over 3 levels and the kitchen and all bathrooms were fully renovated.”

  • 2101 11th St NW #502 — $625,000 — U Street Corridor
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Sarah Brazell
    “Welcome home to this bright and modern two-bedroom, two-bath condo in the vibrant U Street Corridor! Featuring white oak flooring throughout, an open layout, and stylish updates, this residence offers a comfortable and contemporary place to call home. The updated kitchen features oversized espresso cabinetry, a tile backsplash, and high-end stainless steel appliances, including a gas range.”

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Bars

1825 M Street, NW

A massive week of sign news continues.

Back in January, jeeze it’s been a minute hasn’t it?, we broke the news that the GM from Across The Pond would be opening Dupont Public House in the old Sign of the Whale space. They were hoping to open up for the World Cup but that obviously didn’t happen so it’s nice to see some progress with the new signage up! (more…)


Cathedral Heights

photo from the PoPville archives circa 2013

Thanks to Jared for passing on the alert:

“Black bear spotted in Upper NW DC on Saturday – sounds like it was in the Glover Archbold Park trail between the Berkshire Apartments (4201 Massachusetts Ave, NW) and McLean Gardens.

DC: America’s new wildlife spotting destination?”

Ed. Note: Definitely not new, see my favorite previous black bear sightings here.

“We wanted to give you a heads-up that a black bear was spotted Saturday night around 8:30 pm behind the building. (more…)


Environment

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is pleased to announce the launch of the Cool Corridors pilot study, a new and environmentally friendly effort to cool District streets and protect residents from extreme summer heat. This initiative is designed to reduce extreme heat on District streets, improve neighborhood comfort, and help create a more resilient transportation network for residents.

Beginning the week of July 27, 2026, DDOT will begin to apply solar reflective “cool pavement” coatings at five sites across the city that have been designated as urban heat islands as part of a broader effort called the Cool Corridors Multi-Hazard Resilience Study. (more…)


wildlife

It had been a minute since we had a Larry spotting.

Thanks to Yolanda for sending the latest vulture, aka Larry, sighting from Petworth.

If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.


Shaw

1400 9th Street, NW at 9th and O Street, NW

“Genika Cafe
Coffeehouse by Day • Tavern by Night
Specialty Coffee from around the world, handcrafted cocktails, and a
welcoming gathering place in the heart of Washington, DC.”

Here’s the latest from the coming Genika Cafe:

“We’re getting closer ❕

We’re working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is ready to give you the best experience and the warmest welcome from day one. (more…)