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With over 275 open houses across the city this weekend, the post–Memorial Day market is in full swing, and DC’s spring inventory is showing up beautifully. From historic Cleveland Park co-ops to Anacostia condos to Petworth Wardman classics, here’s where RLAH @properties agents will be opening doors. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

1662 Beekman Pl NW #D
1662 Beekman Pl NW #D
  • 1662 Beekman Pl NW #D — $1,235,000 — Mount Pleasant
    Open Sat. 1-3PM & Sun. 12-2PM — Kevin Wood
    “Located in a secure, gated community in the heart of NW DC across from the newly restored Meridian Hill Park this updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath duplex offers rare indoor–outdoor living at Beekman Place. A 12′ x 22′ terrace with remote-controlled retractable awning and a 20′ x 11′ patio with mature tree and plantings create generous private outdoor space, for a combined footprint of approximately 2,158 square feet.”
  • 3980 2nd St SW — $480,000 — Bellevue
    Open Fri. 4-6PM & Sat. 1-3PM — Sherese Teixeira
    “Welcome to 3980 2nd St SW. Seller is open to providing closing cost assistance and or rate buydown, and home warranty. A beautifully renovated home just minutes from National Harbor, The Wharf, Audi Field, GWU, Howard University, National Park, newly redeveloped St Elizabeth and Downtown DC that blends luxury finishes with smart functionality, perfect for modern living and house hacking opportunities. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home features luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, recessed lighting in every room, and an abundance of natural sunlight.”
  • 3628 New Hampshire Ave NW — $1,125,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — 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.”
  • 133 U St NE — $949,900 — Eckington
    Open Fri. 5-7PM, Sat. 1-3PM & Sun. 2-4PM — David Bediz
    “Welcome to 133 U St NE, a beautifully updated end-unit rowhome offering the perfect blend of modern living, flexible space, and income potential in the heart of Washington, DC. This unique property features two units, multiple private outdoor spaces, and a detached 2-car garage—an incredible find in the city. The upper residence offers a spacious and light-filled 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout with exposed brick, recessed lighting, crown molding, and an open floor plan designed for comfortable living and entertaining.”
  • 1409 Potomac Ave SE — $725,000 — Capitol Hill
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — Howard Salpeter
    “WALK TO RFK. Invest now for your future. Fabulous 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Capitol Hill rowhome with classic character and smart modern improvements. Enjoy gleaming hardwood floors, exposed brick walls, and soaring 9-foot ceilings. Abundant natural light from large custom windows, patio doors, and a second floor skylight make for a bright and airy home. The updated kitchen offers generous cabinetry, butcher block countertops, and all stainless steel appliances.”

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