If you’re looking for a brand new condominium in one of the District’s most famous neighborhoods, we have just the place for you! Ontario 17, located at 2550 17th Street NW in Adams Morgan, is set to open in May. This six-story property will consist of 80 one- and two-bedroom condos, complete with street level retail and a luxury rooftop deck. You will be located just a few blocks from the heart of Adams Morgan, and within short walking distance of the Columbia Heights and Woodley Park-Zoo Metro stations. Adams Morgan oftens dozens of eating, drinking, and shopping establishments for your enjoyment. It is one of the most bustling social neighborhoods in Washington, DC. The Ontario Theater used to occupy the space that Ontario 17 now does, and that history…

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Spring in the Nation’s Capital brings two certainties: cherry blossoms and more listings showing up on the real estate market. It has been quite the seller’s market over the winter, with a high demand and low supply of properties in the DC area. The sales price to original asking price is close to 100% right now. While we don’t foresee it turning into a buyer’s market anytime soon, there will be more listings coming available throughout the spring and summer.

Most well priced listings are seeing multiple offers. More often than not, the winning offer is above the seller’s asking price with very few, if any, contingencies. It’s commonplace in DC for purchasers to accept the property “as-is,” and many buyers are choosing to waive any financing,…

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The Washington, DC Office of Tax and Revenue has increased the Homestead Deduction benefit for the second straight year! What does this mean for you as a homeowner in the District? To put it simply, your annual property taxable value with be reduced by an additional $596.70. That’s a jump in reduction from $69,100 to $70,200, which is taken off the assessed value of your room before calculating taxes. There are three stipulations:

1. You must own your property and use it as your primary residence.
2. The property must not include more than five residential units, including the owner’s.
3. Fill out an application!

To fill out an application, click here. If filed and approved by September 30th, the benefit will be extended to you for the second half of…

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“What is a short sale?” Well, we’re glad you asked. First off, it is NOT a foreclosure. A short sale is different from a foreclosure in that the owner is still controlling the sale, not the bank. The seller is putting their home up for less than they owe on their mortgage. The process can take awhile, but it can be an asset both to buyers and sellers in certain situations. Real bargains can be found in short sales for buyers, and sellers can minimize their losses on a property without foreclosing. We are committed to helping both buyers and sellers with the short sale process. We have experience with short sales, which is extremely important in getting through it all smoothly. We also know and can recommend real estate attorneys and title experts who are…

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A four-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath Cape Cod style house available under short sale. A short sale is different from a foreclosure in that the owner is still controlling the sale, not a bank. We are committed to helping both sellers and buyers with the process involved with short sales, especially in Southeast DC. If you’d like more information on short sales, please contact us and check out this great article.

This specific short sale, 136 Wilmington Place SE, is a detached home with three levels. It includes a finished basement and plenty of space at 1,384 square feet. The house stands on a corner property with a good-sized yard and a driveway for off-street parking. It features hardwood floors, a newer kitchen, and a brick fireplace. This home offers…

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A three-bedroom, one-bathroom detached home available in Kensington, Maryland! 4002 Lawrence Avenue is a bank foreclosure and one of the lowest-priced homes in Kensington. While this house is in need of renovations, it has a great deal of potential and is located in one of Montgomery County’s most sought-after suburbs. 4002 Lawrence Avenue features central air conditioning and natural gas heat. It is perfect for someone looking for a bargain and willing to invest the time and money to help this property realize its value. The home is located close to Rock Creek Park, downtown Kensington, and the Westfield Wheaton Mall. The town of Kensington is known for “Antique Row” on Howard Avenue and its weekly Saturday farmers market. The home is minutes away from…

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A two-bedroom, two-bathroom condominium available immediately in Northwest DC! 760 Girard St. NW #101 is located where the Columbia Heights, Park View, and Pleasant Plains neighborhoods come together. This 1,019 square-foot, two-level unit has been completely remodeled with hardwood floors and a granite/ceramic kitchen and bathrooms. It comes with a myriad of appliances, including a washer, dryer, microwave, refrigerator, stove, garbage disposal, and icemaker. There is also a large outdoor patio which is great for furniture and a grill. The condo comes with off-street parking for two vehicles. The Columbia Heights Metro station on the yellow/green line is a few blocks to the west, and Howard University is just one block away to the east. I-395 is…

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A two-bedroom, two-bathroom Victorian condominium in Bloomingdale is for sale now! This property is an extremely rare foreclosure in the District, as there have not been foreclosures in DC since 2010. This condo comes complete with just about any appliance you’d want, including washer, dryer, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, and microwave. It also comes with two parking spaces behind the property. The condo has been renovated, featuring a modern kitchen, beautiful hardwood floors, and exposed brick walls. The increasingly popular Big Bear Cafe is located just steps away, and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner everyday. There are several other restaurants popping up in the area as well. Bloomingdale was one of Washington’s hidden gems, but is turning…

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A one-bedroom, one-bathroom condominium just one block from the Cleveland Park Metro is for sale immediately! This charming, quiet second floor unit of 1,100 square feet is sure to go quickly. It has seen extensive renovations, including a gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors, and open concept layout with 9-foot ceilings. All windows overlook beautiful Soapstone Valley Park, which leads into Rock Creek Park. This condo is part of a building that includes a fitness center, front desk staff, parking, and laundry. Cleveland Park is one of the District’s most popular neighborhoods and offers everything one could want from living in the city without too much hustle and bustle. You’re just steps from the National Zoo, dozens of shops and restaurants, and several…

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Petworth is a Washington, DC neighborhood on the rise. It is one of the largest areas in the District by geography, and over the last decade has seen a great deal of investment and transformation. Sprawling north from the Georgia Avenue-Petworth Metro station on the yellow & green lines, this once struggling neighborhood is a bargain hunter’s dream. There are dozens of row houses in Petworth, many made of brick and nearing a century old. A good number of these have been renovated since the turn of the 21st Century, yet remain more affordable than similar homes to the south and west in Northwest DC. Since Rock Creek Realty operates out of the Petworth neighborhood, we are quite knowledgeable on what’s going on in the area. If Petworth interests you, check…

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