I think folks have mentioned this before but I finally got a photo of it. It is the cylindrical house with the EasyGard wrap around it that has looked like this for years. It is right near the LeDroit Park metal sign on Florida Ave, NW.

Do you think the original renovators just went bankrupt? It is such a sweet property, I wish it would be auctioned off if it is going to remain in this state of disrepair.

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This cool mural of CJ Walker is on the side Stylistics salon at 501 Florida Ave, NW. CJ Walker was:

“Madam C.J. Walker (December 23, 1867 – May 25, 1919) was an African-American businesswoman, hair care entrepreneur and philanthropist. She made her fortune by developing and marketing a hugely successful line of beauty and hair products for black women under the company she founded, Madam C.J. Walker Manufacturing Company.”

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This rental is located at Florida Ave and 6th Street, NW:

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The Craigslist ad says:

“The home has 4 floors and 8 bedrooms. 2 washer/dryers, Living room and an Eat-in Kitchen and Lobby area.

Newly Renovated! Ready for you to be a part of Luxurious designer touches in kitchen, Stainless Steel Appliances. 4 full baths, whirlpool tubs, marble and granite lobby, hardwood floors throughout.

Central 2 zone HVAC system.

Security System

Centrally located at 6th and Florida Ave, NW. 2 min Walk to Green and Yellow metro Stations and Metro bus. Close to U-Street, Downtown, Convention center Shaw Columbia Heights, Adams Morgan and Dupont.”

It also mentions that house received Pop HoTD honors which made me chuckle. Now we haven’t done a share before but I’m curious what you think – does $810 sound reasonable to share this home?

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Update – Fear not CM Jim Graham reports the good news from today’s council meeting on twitter:

“First session finally over and we did get money back for Gage-Eckington Park project. Now on to Marion’s censure etc.”

“Dear PoP,

I learned this morning that the funding for the to-be-built park at the former Gage Eckington school is once again at risk; this time by Councilmember Harry Thomas. I was wondering if you could urge your readers to contact Councilmember Thomas if they disagree with his decision, and in fact support the funding for the park. We have waited too long and come too far to see the park plans simply disappear overnight. The link below shows a letter from the LeDroit Park Civic Association President detailing the news. I believe the Council is meeting sometime today to vote on this measure.

Dear Friends and Neighbors.

This evening I learned that once again the funding for the community park at the former Gage Eckington school is at risk. Tomorrow there is a resolution on the DC Council agenda by Councilman Harry Thomas (Ward 5) to “Disapprove” of the funds for the park being allocated to the Mayor’s office as planned. In order for the Mayor’s office to move forward on the project as planned and committed to the community, the funds must be approved by the Council.

Thankfully CM Graham continues to fully supports our efforts to get the park fully funded and is working hard to remove this latest obstacle. But for some reason CM Thomas is NOT supporting the building of this park based on the motion for disapproval. (“Reprogramming No. 18-0096 Disapproval Resolution of 2010″. PR 18-0742.)

CM Thomas has recently offerred support to the community for this project (see email below) but tomorrow his actions will essentially kill the funding for this project.

PLEASE CONTACT CM THOMAS to voice your support for the Park at Gage Eckington. Encourage him to withdraw his opposition and say YES to approving the funds.

Also, please contact the other members of the committee responsible for DC Parks and let them know how much the community park means to you, your family and the communities of LeDroit Park and Bloomingdale.

The resolution will come up for a vote TUESDAY March 2, so please make your calls and emails ASAP.

Thanks,
Jeff Herron
President LeDroit Park Civic Association

SEE CONTACT & EMAIL INFORMATION BELOW (after the jump.) Read Full Post

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Back in November I wondered what was going on with this great place located on 3rd Street, NW near the Anna J. Cooper Circle. I’m happy to see that some scaffolding has gone up. I can’t wait to see what it looks like when it’s fixed up.

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This house on 4th Street near Elm in LeDroit Park is looking good.

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I know folks have been excited about this beauty getting fixed up. I hadn’t seen much progress in a while but just noticed workmen last weekend. New windows are looking good:

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Council Member Jim Graham sends an update of Ward 1 parks in an email:

“After the D.C. Council’s vote on Tuesday, December 14, to rescind $83 million in Parks and Recreation Contracts many of you called and wrote to me asking what that meant for Justice Park, Park View and LeDroit Park.

I am happy to report that these parks construction projects are already “back on track.” The Deputy Mayor for Economic Development has assured me that the $750K Justice Park project and the $1.2 million Park View project will be overseen by Allen Lew − Executive Director of the Office of Public Education Facilities Modernization − and will move forward. This is excellent news given the great speed and success with which Mr. Lew has handled school renovations and constructions.

The final project, the LeDroit Park (former Gage school transformation) will remain in the Deputy Mayor’s portfolio and the contract for the reconstruction will be re-bid and move forward.”

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This sweet house is from LeDroit Park. I particularly liked the porch support beams:

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This mansion on 3rd Street, NW near the Anna J. Cooper Circle has been in a sorry state for a while. I haven’t been able to track down how much it’s going for but maybe Hipchick can find out. Anyway, it reminds me a bit of the great old mansion in a similar state of disrepair off Monroe in Mt. Pleasant. What do you think would be a reasonable asking price for a huge home that obviously needs a ton of work?

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IMG_0484, originally uploaded by Prince of Petworth.

This sweet one is from LeDroit Park. It looks like it might be able to use a little love but I was really digging this great window:

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“Dear PoP,

One of our favorite food spots in town is Thai X-ing at Florida Ave and 5th NW – best Thai food in the city. But over the last month, nobody seems able to get hold of Taw (owner/chef) – nobody answers the kitchen phone or calls back when a message is left, and Taw’s cell is out of service. We’ve not had a chance to go by the restaurant itself, but we’re wondering if anybody knows what’s going on – we would hate to lose this wonderful little gem of a restaurant!

Anybody know what’s up?”

Uh-oh. We judged this restaurant almost exactly a year ago and there were tons of fans. Any regulars know what’s going on?

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This home is located at 1714 4th Street, NW:

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The flier says:

“Sun filled End Unit Town Home features 3 finished levels. Separate Unit in Lower Level 1/1 could be income producing. Main level features updated Kitchen w Hrdwd Fls, Gran/Stain & 1/2 bath. Upper/BD level features 2 BD, 1 BA w Mable tiled jetted tub, Sep Shower & W/ D. Deck views B/Yard w planters & cute neighborhood. Close to Metro, shopping, dining, U St & Downtown!”

More info and photos found here.

I know some folks don’t like homes that are under contract for GDoN but I still think it’s worth discussing. This 3 bed/2.5 bath home was going for $519,000. Are you surprised it went under contract so quickly? What do you think of the home itself?

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Thanks to a reader for sending in the video of the old Gage School demolition in LeDroit Park (2025 3rd Street, NW). You can see the rendering options here. I’m terrified to say it, but yes there will be a dog park incorporated…

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“Dear PoP,

Went for a run the other day and noticed a very nice neighborhood that I did not expect to see. It’s along 6th St (above Florida Ave) and dead ends at U St, it was very nice with beautiful homes. Is there a name for this little neighborhood? I’ve lived near U St for quite some time and never knew it existed. Anyway, always something new around these parts and if you haven’t been there you may find some candidates for House of the Day.”

Yes, this is a beautiful neighborhood called LeDroit Park. I’ve taken many a walkabout through these parts. Definitely some amazing homes. You can see many of my posts from LeDroit Park here.

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