This house is located at 5301 13th St, NW:

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The listing says:

“LARGE HOME IN A HIGHLY DESIRABLE LOCATION THAT NEEDS EXTENSIVE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR REHAB TO SHINE AGAIN. SOLD IN STRICTLY “AS IS”…NO EXCEPTIONS. REQUIRES CASH, REHAB LOAN, OR PVT FINANCING ONLY!!! EASY COMMUTE TO TO DOWNTOWN DC, MAJOR THOROUGHFARES, AND SHOPPING DISTRICTS. THIS ONE HAS TONS OF POTENTIAL. A LITTLE WORK WILL YIELD GREAT RETURNS!!”

More info and photos here.

This 3 bed/3 bath is going for $349,900.

This home is located at 1516 Webster St, NW:

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The listing says:

“Phenomenal property w/ extreme value & location! 3,300 sq. ft. of luxury living in the heart of DC. Four finished levels include 3 bedroom 3.5 bath w/ fully finished basement and potential 4th bedroom. Cedar fence in rear w/ off street parking and electric garage opener. By far the best renovation for 2012!!!!”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

This 3 bed/3.5 bath is going for $849,000.

Photo via twitter from @julooney

Dear PoPville,

I wanted to let you know about my new gym which just opened on 14th Street and the corner of Longfellow (5509 14th Street, NW). It’s called Second Wind Training. This is not your average gym. This is a CrossFit studio with classes in the morning and evening, personal training and endurance coaching. The gym will be open for business Monday morning, but people can stop by for a free workout Saturday morning at 9 or 10:30. There will then be an open house until 1pm or so.

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This is a massive upgrade. They are located at 4728 14th St NW. Anyone try them out?

Check out what it used to look like:

Hipchickindc is a licensed real estate broker. Her latest business venture can be seen here. Unless specifically noted, neither she nor the company that she is affiliated with represented any of the parties or were directly involved in the transaction reported below. Unless otherwise noted, the source of information is Metropolitan Regional Information Systems (MRIS), which is the local multiple listing system. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Featured Property: 4026 Arkansas Ave NW
Legal Subdivision: Columbia Heights
Advertised Subdivision per Listing: Columbia Heights
Original List Price: $439,000.
List Price at Contract: $439,000.
List Date: 10/05/2011
Days on Market: 6
Settlement Date: 11/16/2011
Settled Sales Price: $464,000.
Seller Subsidy: $15,000.
Bank Owned?: No Short Sale? No
Type Of Financing: Conventional
Original GDoN post is: here.
The listing can be seen: here. To see the photos, after opening the listing link, scroll through the arrows on the main pic. There is also a virtual tour, which can be seen here.

It’s quite common to see the name of prolific late 19th/early 20th century developer Harry Wardman attached to real estate listings (often incorrectly, I might add). For whatever reason, the names of other, similarly prolific developers and architects are not as familiar. Clearly, the District of Columbia has seen decades of housing booms, each bringing particular styles, which contribute to the character of entire neighborhoods.

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“Dear PoPville,

I was working on a project behind my house Sunday evening at about 6:30 when I heard a loud boom. Soon the sirens of police and other emergency response ensued, and I went to investigate to see a police cruiser had collided with a BMW at 14th and Arkansas. I don’t know which vehicle was coming from where, but four people went to the hospital, including the two officers in the cruiser. I later learned that everyone would be ok, but that they were obviously shaken up.”

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This home is located at 4604 Iowa Ave, NW:

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The flier says:

“Enjoy the impeccable attention to detail in this gorgeous end unit row house. Recent renovations of the LL w/ rentable au pair suite, a sunrm/bfast rm, a renovated KT, a large custom closet/dressing area off the MBR. Exquisite features include original woodwork, custom- made radiator cover & stunning wood floors throughout & an exposed brick wall. Spectacular fenced yd w/ patio.”

You can find more info here and a mouse on house tour here.

This 4 bed/2 bath is going for $590,000.

michael k. wilkinson, photographs

This house is located at 4026 Arkansas Ave, NW:

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The flier says:

“Meticulously maintained mid-cenutry modern across the street from Rock Creek Park with 3 bedrooms/3 baths, in-law suite, oak floors, CAC, & off-street parking. Updated kitchen & baths, sunny & spacious. Convenient location just off of 16th Street. Why buy a condo when you could have a house? and no monthly fee. Freshly painted and ready to move right into.”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

Thanks to Michael for the heads up and the photos. This is one of my favorite blocks in the city. While I wish it was a bit closer walking distance to restaurants, I’ll just say it – if I were looking I’d buy this one in a heartbeat. What do you think – $439,000 sound right for this 3 bed/3 bath?

This home is located at 1404 Crittenden St, NW:

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The flier says:

“Huge home. Bright, renovated, move-in ready home with lots of charm and modern conveniences. Wonderful windows on 3 sides, granite kitchen w/ eat-in area, 4 br’s and 3 full ba’s up. High ceiling, warm wood flrs, ceramic tiled bath’s and much more. Bonus renovated 1 br in-law w/ separate ent, full ba, great kit. Landscaped rear yard has extra storage. Huge windows = very bright.”

You can find more info here and photos here.

This 5 bed/4 bath is going for $675,000 though it’s been on the market for 178 days – what do you think it’ll go for?

Back in July ’09 a reader alerted us about a new restaurant located at 14th and Webster St, NW. Anyone check them out yet? Do they have a good cheap breakfast?

4722 14th St, NW

Back in July ’11 we learned that Ruff N Ready would be closing at 1910 14th St, NW to make way for a Taylor’s sandwich shop. We speculated about where a new location would be successful for a FQotD. A lot of neighborhoods were mentioned. Since then, I’ve been getting a few tips about a new 16th Street Heights location and I’m now happy to share the great news confirmed by a reader:

“Dear PoP,

So there I was, window shopping at Miss Pixie’s, when I found this delightful announcement:

NEWS FLASH!! RUFF & READY
WILL OPEN SOON (DATE TO BE
ANNOUNCED) @ 4722 14TH ST.NW
@ 16TH STREETS HEIGHTS!

How exciting is that? VERY, in my book.”

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I’m gonna concur – this is very good news.

They already give you a taste of what’s to come:

4722 14th St, NW is located in the former Esther’s Treasures space (which closed back in Sept. ’10) across the street from the Bus Barn and a few doors up from Highlands Cafe:

Pollomio is located at 3703 14th St NW (near Red Derby.) You can see their menu here. Any fans of the chicken? Anyone try the new dessert options?

La Villa Pizzeria just opened up on Saturday at 4632 14th St, NW in 14th/16th St. Heights. This is mostly a take out delivery place. You can see their full menu here. It looks really promising. If anyone tries them out – send an email and let us know what you think.

From an email:

COMMUNITY CELEBRATES OPENING OF INNOVATIVE, LOW IMPACT PLAYGROUND AT UPSHUR PARK

WASHINGTON, DC (June 1, 2011) — Join the Friends of 16th Street Heights Parks, Councilmember Muriel Bowser’s Office, ANC4C05, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and the 16th Street Neighborhood Association on Saturday, June 4, 2011 from 11:45 to 4:00 to celebrate the opening of the new playground and the start of the pool season at Upshur Park. (4300 Arkansas Ave, NW – 14th and Upshur/Varnum St, NW)

· 11:45 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Muriel Bowser and Department of Parks and Recreation representatives

· 12:00 – 2:00 Lunch

· Entertainment including a DJ, kids activities and more!

The new playground has something for all ages including climbing equipment, a sand area for toddlers, swings and a rubberized surface that is safe and sustainable. New fencing, landscaping and hardscaping along with picnic tables and a pavilion with a vegetated roof make it a functional, accessible and beautiful space for families to enjoy.

This home is located at 1439 Madison St, NW:

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The flier says:

“Grand 1913 Foursquare on prettiest block in 16th St Hts! Thoughtfully renov’d & great for entertain’g. Expansive main Fl has it ALL: lovely wraparound porch, open foyer, Hi-end Kit, formal DR, LR, Fam Rm w/ half BA. 5 lg BRs Up, incl. MBR suite w den. walk-in CL & MBA. Addl feats: ebonized HWFs, hi clgs, arch details. Fin’d LL. EZ access to downtown via Rock Creek Pkway.”

You can find more info here and a virtual tour here.

Thanks to a reader for the heads up, “Don’t know if you’ve done this one or not, but Michelle Rhee’s house is for sale.”

This 5 bed/3.5 bath is yours for $875,000.