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Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn edition

This home is located at 2107 Wyoming Ave, NW:


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The flier says:

“This striking Beaux Arts style mansion is located in the prestigious neighborhood of Kalorama, and is often described as “One of the most beautiful homes in Washington. ” The home undewent an extensive 2 yr. historic restoration & renovation of the 7BR main house, 2 lvl 1BR carriage house & rear gardens.”

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

I’m pretty sure I saw a fireplace in the bathroom… This 8 bed/7 bath is yours for $4,395,000.

Category: Uncategorized

By: | 01 June 2011 1:00 PM | 19 Comments

Good Deal or Not? “Lives like a house!” edition

This condo is located at 2003 Columbia Rd, NW:


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The flier says:

“Lives like a house! 2BR+Office duplex condo with garage parking, private patio and separate street entrance. Gourmet granite & S/S island kitchen. Open living area, crown molding, cherry floor, master suite with spa-like stone bath. Office w/ built-ins, 2nd bath with steam shower. Shared extra storage, small pets welcome. Walk to Metro, shops and more!”

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

This 2 bed/2.5 bath is going for $750,000 ($547 monthly condo fee) – sound realistic? What do you think of the condo itself?

Category: Adams Morgan, Real Estate

By: | 08 March 2011 1:00 PM | 6 Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn edition

This home is located at 2123 Leroy Pl NW:


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The flier says:

“Awesome 21st century renovation of 1911 Townhouse in sought after kalorama. Incredible attention to detail by fastidious owners. Fabulous custom dream ktichen w/ Bkfst area & steps to private terrace. Extraordinary master suite w/ 2 marble baths, cozy den & media room. 3 add’l bdrms on 3rd. Sky lit top flr w/ lge offc, bdrm. LL in-law suite & Elevator, Htd gar. Plus add’l pkg”

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

I don’t think there are gonna be too many detractors for this one. Holy canoli. It’s yours for $3,595,000.

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By: | 09 February 2011 1:00 PM | 15 Comments

Judging New Buildings – Widow’s Mite Lofts

This building just went up on the corner of Phelps and California St, NW. It also may have one of the more unusual names I’ve ever heard – Widow’s Mite Lofts. Their Web site says:

The Widow’s Mite Lofts are located in the Sheridan-Kalorama neighborhood in northwest Washington. Now a peaceful enclave in the middle of metropolitan DC, the Kalorama area was primarily rural until the end of the 19th century. In 1795, Gustavus Scott, a city commissioner, purchased a portion of Anthony Holmead’s “Widow’s Mite” holdings and began development in the area. In 1807, a poet named Joel Barlow bought a property at 23rd and S Streets and renamed it “Kalorama”, after the Greek “fine view”. The Sheridan-Kalorama neighborhood began to take shape around this property in the early 1880s as the area was subdivided for urban development and has become a popular choice among diplomats and senior government officials. In 1893 Congress ordered L’Enfant’s famous design for the city of Washington extended out to the rest of the District, but existing developments were exempted, which is why Kalorama is one of the few sections of DC that doesn’t follow the city’s grid system.

So what do you think of the building itself?

Category: Architecture, Buildings

By: | 03 February 2011 4:00 PM | 17 Comments

Judging Restaurants – Chartwell Grill and Lounge

Chartwell Grill is located in The Churchill Hotel at 1914 Connecticut Ave., NW.

“Chartwell Grill and Lounge serves Continental-inspired cuisine in the relaxed elegance of our dining room, as well as more casual fare in the intimate setting of the lounge.”

You can see their menu here.

Any fans or is this basically just for guests of the hotel?

Category: Dupont Circle, Restaurants

By: | 03 February 2011 12:00 PM | 3 Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn

This home is located at 34 Kalorama Circle, NW:


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The flier says:

“Exquisite 2009 restoration and addition of elegant 1930 beaux-arts French revival on the Circle. Completely redone with top of the line finishes and outstanding craftsmanship. Main level features grand foyer, embassy size living and dining, cherry library, gourmet kitchen and family room. Stunning 3-tiered garden, elevator and 4 car garage”

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

Wow, pretty sweet yeah? This 8 bed/8 bath is yours for $6,995,000.

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By: | 26 January 2011 1:00 PM | 27 Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn Edition

This home is located at 2009 Columbia Rd, NW:


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The flier says:

“Single Family Kalorama Mansion. Nearly 7,500 TOTAL SQUARE FEET (5,400 Top 3 floors, 2,000 Basement). Zoned R5D-Diplomatic overlay. Ambassador’s residence, Chancery, Art Gallery, endless possibilities. Garage Parking and Large back yard Large scale rooms, with 12′ celings. Elevator. Former Home of Greek Legation and the second secretary of the British embassy, George Young.”

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

Well, this has def. been a house of the day in the past. Holy cow. Do you think the inside is just as good as the outside? It’s yours for $2,695,000. And I had no idea George Young lived here…

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By: | 17 November 2010 1:00 PM | 21 Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn Edition

This home is located at 2130 Bancroft Pl, NW:


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The flier says:

“Built as the grand ballroom for the adjacent property, this completely renovated 2BR/2.5BA, 3-story townhouse is a graceful study in symmetry, proportion and elegance. A sophisticated alternative to a luxury condominium. Beautiful rear garden & deck, plus 2-car detached garage.”

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

I think it is particularly cool that it used to be the grand ballroom for the adjacent property. That just blows my mind. How does this one rank among HP posts? Anyway, this 2 bed/2.5 bath is yours for $2,095,000.

Category: Uncategorized

By: | 15 September 2010 1:00 PM | 12 Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn edition

This penthouse is located at 2230 California St, NW:


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The flier says:

“PLATINUM STAR PROPERTY! Rare 3BR/3BA/2DEN St. Nicholas PENTHOUSE completely redone by reknowned architect Steven Glassman. Oversized proportions, top of the line finishes in chef’s KIT & baths, designer lighting, skylight, harwoods, custom built-ins, 2 gas fireplaces, HUGE private rooftop terrace with sweeping views, garage pkg for 2 cars. Truly exceptional in every way!”

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

Wow, I’m digging that kitchen. What’s your favorite room? It’s yours for $1,599,000.

And for those not looking to pay that type of coin, another 3 bed/3bath, Unit 3B-E is going for $1,095,000.

Category: Dupont Circle, Real Estate

By: | 25 August 2010 1:00 PM | 16 Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn edition

This home is located at 2131 Wyoming Ave, NW:


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The flier says:

“Historic 1908 Italianate mansion in Kalorama featuring dramatic double living room with dual fireplaces, large dining room, eat-in kitchen, in addition to large master suite. The property also includes 4 other bedrooms, 5.5 baths, extremely large 2-car garage/carriage house with staff apt above. Property is located on a large lot.”

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

Ah, more proper house porn… This was also a House of the Day back in Dec. ’09. What’s your favorite part? It’s yours for $3,200,000.

Category: Dupont Circle, Real Estate

By: | 18 August 2010 1:00 PM | 19 Comments

Judgind Renderings on a Former GDoN post – 2359 Ashmead Place, NW

This is a former Good Deal or Not home that we revisited back in June after it sold for $950,000.

Here’s what it’s supposed to look like:

It’s another project from Capital City Real Estate. There will be 4 condos and it is expected to be completed in early 2011.

Category: Adams Morgan, Buildings

By: | 16 August 2010 4:00 PM | 7 Comments

House of the Day

This is one of my favorites from Kalorama. Kinda has a bit of a European flavor. And a great porch and stained glass:

Category: House of the Day

By: | 15 August 2010 8:33 PM | No Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn edition

This home is located at 2123 Leroy Place, NW:


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The flier says:

“EXQUISITE 1912 Twnhse renovated to the 21st cty. w/ AWESOME attn to detail. Huge 5 STAR CHEF’S kitch. w/ bkfst area to priv terr. Gorgeous Liv & Din rms w/ fplcs. Entire 2nd lvl mster suite w/ 2 lux MARBLE baths, den, fam rm & lndry. 3rd flr has 3 scrumptuos bdrms & 2 luxe baths. Top lvl boasts lge fam rm used as priv home/offc. Bdrm & ba. LL newly finished in-law suite. ELEVATOR all flrs. GARAGE + pkg”

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

Wow, I’m thinking that stove cost more than my college education, granted I went to a state school… What’s your favorite part of this home? How does it rank in terms of house porn? It’s yours for $3,750,000.

Category: Dupont Circle, Real Estate

By: | 05 May 2010 1:00 PM | 7 Comments

Kalorama Getting Risqué

First graffiti art in Georgetown and now a little risqué call box art in Kalorama. My preconceptions are getting shattered…

Category: art

By: | 28 April 2010 9:23 PM | 2 Comments

Good Deal or Not? Weekly Wed. House Porn

This mansion is located at 84 Kalorama Circle, NW:


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The flier says:

“European-style jewel! Light-filled interior w/ generously proportioned rooms, high ceilings & exquisite architectural detailing. Large dining rm, beautifully finished living rm w/ 4 sets of French doors, charming garden w/ cocktail pool. Gourmet kitchen, fabulous sunroom, 2 master suites with sun porches + 3 add’l BR. 5 fireplaces, 2 car-garage. PARK VIEW!”

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

Woah, I think I’ve found some proper house porn again. While some may not like the decorating style, you can see that the home itself has some sweet old details. And the virtual tour features a ping pong table! Too good. How do you think this house ranks among other house porn we’ve looked at? It’s yours for $4,850,000.

Category: Real Estate

By: | 21 April 2010 1:00 PM | 23 Comments

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