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Penn Eleven | Capitol Hill

Address: 1101 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Type: Mixed Use: Retail and Condos
No. of units: 40
Affordable Housing: Available
Type of Unit: One-, Two-, Three- bedroom
Price:$500k - $1M
Status: Under Construction
First Move-in: Early 2019
Developer: Perseus Realty

Penn Eleven is the name for the development at the former Frager’s Hardware store on Capitol Hill. The project is set to include over 40 luxury condos, ground floor retail, an underground parking lot and of course, the iconic Frager’s in its original location.

Four years ago, the Capitol Hill landmark was badly damaged in a fire, likely caused by a cigarette butt. Construction began on the development in April of 2017. Things are expected to be complete by fall 2019. The…

Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes-Norton, Mayor Muriel Bowser, Councilmember Charles Allen (Ward 6), Amer Hammour chairman of capital guidance company Madison Marquette and ANC D.C. Chairman Andy Litsky spoke at a celebration honoring the opening of Phase I of the Wharf neighborhood redevelopment.

The community that was at one point a military hub and later a fish market is now an ever-changing mile-long stretch along the Potomac River with restaurants and retail, residences and businesses and more.

D.C. Deputy Mayor Brian Kenner, who also spoke at the event, talked about what a milestone the day was. He himself lived in the neighborhood 20 years ago and mentioned how exciting it was that the redevelopment’s residences will contain 20 percent…

This Halloween the District is offering a variety of ghostly scares that you won't want to miss! From haunted pop-up bars, spooky treasure hunts, family fun and historic ghost tours, there's something for everyone.

PUB DREAD
From the creators who brought you the pop-up Christmas and Game of Thrones bars, comes a new haunted bar sure to terrify visitors with a combination of sci-fi and horror. Enjoy cocktails with pumpkin, brains, and monsters while celebrating fall and fright!

O Street Mansion Treasure Hunt
This Halloween night celebrate the scary season with a treasure hunt! Come in costume and have a spooktacular time exploring the 100 rooms and 70 secret doors throughout the mansion! Beware the secret doors are tricky to find - if you find more…

1339 1st St NW

1339 1st St NW is in the NoMa neighborhood and just begging to be turned into a true home. A rare opportunity to design your own home, this three-bedroom, one full-bath is sold as is but has endless possibilities. It is near the Metro and all the main routes and many of the area’s hottest restaurants.

300 M St SW #N208

A great value is to be had near the Waterfront Metro at 300 M St SW #N208—desirable space in a full-service…

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16th Street Heights

The two most expensive 16th Street Heights homes located at 4907 14th St NW and 5937 16th St NW are still on the market for $2,799,000 and $1,260,000. Check out last month’s Most Expensive Homes | September 2017 article for more information. Below is the 3rd most expensive home in 16th Street Heights:

Beginning in 16th St. Heights is 1358 Ingraham St NW, a gorgeous five-bedroom Colonial that is currently on the market for $1.1 million. This…

The vibrant Logan Circle neighborhood is thriving, and more restaurants, shops and real estate pop up every day in the exciting community. Logan Circle was originally named Iowa Circle, but was renamed after John A. Logan, a Union Civil War general who also served as a congressman and senator. There’s still a monument that is in the center of Logan Circle of Logan.

Some of the best restaurants in the neighborhood include Pearl Dive Oyster Palace, Birch and Barley and the famed Le Diplomate. Le Diplomate will instantly transport you to Paris. However, despite being a French restaurant, the Burger Americain is a must-try dish, made simply with mayo and served with pommes frites.

Residents get all their hardware needs at Logan Hardware. Newly…

U Street has plenty to do for all ages. The 9:30 Club offers great music acts and coming this fall are: The Church, Back to Back, Benjamin Booker + She Keeps Bees and more. If music is life, the U Street Music Hall, an underground music venue, is hosting multiple acts. There’s Hundred Waters, Sonny Fodera and more.

There’s also the 14th and U Farmer’s Market, an urban farmer’s market that transforms a sidewalk into a lovely market setting Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in front of the Reeves Center. Grab all your essentials like fruits, veggies, bread and more.

For those who love nature, you’ll want to visit Meridian Hill Park this fall. Take in the changing leaves and see the longest cascading fountain in North America. Meridian Hill Park…

The time for crisp cool temperatures and warm apple cider has come! Before you start putting out your pumpkins, here are the must-do fall maintenance tips to keep your house in tip-top shape and you cozy warm during the winter.

• Inspect and clean gutters and downspouts: The drainage system on your roof diverts thousands of gallons of water from foundation walls and your home’s exterior. Clogged gutters can lead to damaged exterior surfaces, or even worse water in your basement. We recommend cleaning your gutters, then cover them with mesh guards before the leaves start falling.

• Seal gaps and cracks around your windows and doors: According to the U.S. Department of Energy, gaps in caulk and weather-stripping can account for 10%…

The Foggy Bottom neighborhood is situated in downtown D.C. and its main identifying landmark is George Washington University and GW Hospital. In addition to the thriving university and hospital, Foggy Bottom is also home to multiple restaurants and things to do.

Founding Farmers is a popular restaurant serving American food. Must-try items include chicken and waffles, and a sky-high chocolate mousse cake. There’s also Kingbird, a French American restaurant in the new Watergate Hotel. Its sleek design serves up menu items like a savory summer squash risotto and tableside bouillabaisse for two with lobster, scallops, spicy sausages and saffron rouille. Tonic at Quigley’s Pharmacy is home to a delicious brunch. You must try their “cin”ful French toast…

Buyers in DC's competitive real estate market will likely find themselves in a multiple offer scenario. It's a stress-inducing situation...you've finally found the perfect listing, and now lots of other buyers want it too! What's the best way forward? First off, it's important to understand how most multiple-offer-scenarios play out.

Often times, when the listing agent feels confident there will be more than one offer, they will set an offer deadline. The deadline gives potential buyers a chance to huddle with their agent and lender to make their best possible offer, which is oftentimes referred to as "highest and best" in the real estate industry. Writing a winner offer is simple...offer more than the asking price, all cash, with no contingencies,…