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A brand-new listing at 401 13th St. NE #311 with sweeping city views and an overview of Capitol Hill.

OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, June 17 from 1pm - 4pm

You’ll want to see our brand-new listing at 401 13th St. NE #311 before it’s scooped up and gone. The stunning two bedroom, expansive corner unit is just begging to be lived in. There’s sweeping city views from your cozy new home, with an open layout, private balcony and granite countertops. Washer/dryer is in unit and best of all, Fido can come along too—the building is pet friendly!

If you love the outdoors you’ll want to snag this unit because there’s a rooftop deck that’s part of the building and an absolutely magical courtyard.

Don’t let the gorgeous D.C. summer go to waste in this fun…

Summer happenings (festivals, concerts, events, etc.) in Petworth.

Petworth is a vibrant, diverse community and something always seems to be happening in the neighborhood—festivals, concerts and more. Don’t miss the Petworth Park Summer Jam happening at the Petworth Recreation Center. The music festival, brought to you by Chris Burns, ROAM and supported by the Petworth Jazz Project will last until August.

Browse for local items at the Petworth Community Market with local artists, musicians and other vendors. The market runs Saturdays through November from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Located at the corner of 9th and Upshur Sts. NW, the market is quite popular in the summer months.

Head to the recurring Yoga at the Library at the Petworth Library all summer…

Summer happenings (festivals, concerts, events, etc.) in Georgetown.

Looking to buy in Georgetown? You’ll want to hear about all these exciting summer happenings in the area. If you’re a movie buff, the Georgetown Business Improvement District will be holding their annual Sunset Cinema Summer Outdoor Movie Series. The schedule’s theme is all about celebrating women and women in the movies. Check out the lineup.

If you want to get a workout in, the Georgetown BID also hosts a Sunset Fitness in the Park series that begins June 7th and ends August 30th. Come for Core Power Yoga, Fuel Body Lab or barre3 classes. View class info.

Beginning June 5th, there is a weekly Sunday Farmer’s Market from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the corner of Wisconsin and P St. NW.…

Anchor retail makes Petworth a walkable community.

Being on the lookout for the ideal home in the best community for you has a lot to do with walkability. Grocery stores are one of what’s called “anchor retail” shopping amenities that make for a thriving, pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. There are two relatively new grocery stores in Petworth that make it a very walkable community.

There’s a brand-new Safeway on Georgia Ave. that was completely remodeled. Previously nicknamed the “Stinky Safeway” back in 2011, the new store is anything but. Many see the store as the rebirth of the neighborhood, as we previously mentioned grocery stores (especially new ones) make a neighborhood flourish.

In addition to the Safeway there’s a new Avenue Market,…

A compilation of the most expensive homes sold in May 2017 in key D.C. neighborhoods.

An array of gorgeous homes were sold last month in key neighborhoods around D.C. These are the most expensive homes sold.

16th Street Heights

16th St. Heights, a Craftsman home sold at $1.25 million, just under the asking price. The expansive home is five bedrooms, perfect for families, much like many in the area.

Chevy Chase

In Chevy Chase, a four bedroom, four full bath Colonial sold at $1.6 million. Just blocks from Western Ave. and all the shopping and retail of Friendship Heights, the home is in an extremely walkable area.

Cleveland Park

No detail was overlooked in this Cleveland Park home that sold for $1,995,000. The light-filled home…

Real estate trends in Chevy Chase, including home prices, architecture and walkability.

Chevy Chase, D.C. home sale trends show a decrease of $7,500  in the past year (about -1 percent). The average price per square foot of the homes actually rose $50, to a total of $557.

One bedroom homes cost potential homeowners around $257,500. Mid-size two and three bedroom homes experience a decent jump, from the $300,000s to the low $900,000s. Looking to settle the family in Chevy Chase? It’s a great family-friendly neighborhood and median home prices for four bedroom homes is just over $1 million.

The Washington Post featured Chevy Chase in a real estate oriented article in 2014. The 110-year-old neighborhood was named the fourth most sought-after…

Real estate trends, including types and values of homes sold, in the 16thSt. neighborhood.

The median sales price for homes in the 16th St. Heights neighborhood increased by 10.6 percent from summer 2015 to summer 2016. The average listing price in the community has increased as of August 2016.

16th St. Heights has been a mecca for young families, as The Washington Post has reported. The community is within walking distance to 14th and 16th street retail and development, and Rock Creek Park is completely walkable as well. The types of homes sold in the neighborhood are mostly brick rowhouses and larger Tudors or Colonials. Deals on homes in the community can run as low as $170,000 or into the millions.

With large houses on equally large lots,…

Real estate trends from the Cleveland Park area, including types of homes and price changes.

Cleveland Park is an ideal community for your next home. Its median sales price is $429,900. The price per square foot of homes is $496.

Transportation-wise, most Cleveland Park residents commute by public transportation, due to a metro stop right in the neighborhood, as well as access to many bus lines. Cleveland Park’s northern section has reached its highest pitch with listings in 2016 selling for two percent higher than they did for the same period in 2015.

The number of units sold in 2016 rose 37.5 percent.

Cleveland Park’s population density is about 10,505 people per square mile. It has a high lifestyle rating of 74, with 100 being the best.

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Real estate trends in Petworth, including home prices, architecture and walkability.

Petworth real estate is trending upwards. Trends are showing a large increase of around $35,000, or five percent. Price per square foot of homes fell to $450, down just nine dollars. One bedroom homes will cost around $336,000 and larger four bedroom properties are trending at around $760,000.

First-time home buyers are attracted to Petworth, as it tends to skew younger residents, with the median age being 37. Its median income is around $56,000 with condos and townhomes making up about 33 percent of the neighborhood.

One bedroom condos and co-ops are growing in this vibrant neighborhood. There’s been a gradual increase of about 29 percent. Condos with one…

Real estate trends in Georgetown, including median home sale prices and what sells in Georgetown.

Georgetown has had an increase in home sales of approximately two percent (or around $19,000). However, the average price per square foot ended up falling $28 dollars.

If you’re on the lookout for a condo for just yourself, a one bedrooms will cost you around $490,000. If your significant other and you are in the market for a two bedroom, trends are around $875,000. Want a larger home for an expanding family? Trends are reporting around $1.6 million. Median home sales in Georgetown are $981,500.

Walkability in D.C. is a huge bonus for a lot of neighborhoods. Georgetown is extremely walkable, with gorgeous cobblestone streets and many locally owned…