Long-term mortgage rates dropped below 3.6 percent this week. On Thursday, Freddie Mac reported 3.57 percent with an average 0.5 point as the average for a 30-year mortgage, down eight basis points from last week. “The fifty-year low in the unemployment rate combined with low mortgage rates has led to increased homebuyer demand this year," Freddie [...]
The DC Council just passed emergency legislation to rename Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the District (at least for this year). Per usual, restaurants across Washington will commemorate the federal holiday with extended Monday brunches. Here’s where to find all-you-can-eat feasts, bottomless drinks—or, on the flip side, a simple but delicious breakfast plate. Shaw’s Tavern [...]
Last year, UrbanTurf reported on plans by the Ford's Theatre Society to expand and renovate a pair of buildings across the street from the historic theater. Now, the society is seeking zoning relief for the project. Previous rendering of the proposed development, looking west from 10th Street. Click to enlarge. The application requests a special exception for [...]
2 Bed | 2.5 Bath | Listed at $819,000 Welcome to this gorgeous townhome with private parking located just steps from Eastern Market in the heart of Capitol Hill. 633 Ellen Wilson Place SE is truly the perfect blend of urban convenience and contemporary living. This light-filled two story beauty features two [...]
1 Bed | 1 Bath | Listed at $429,000 Beautiful large one bedroom unit in the highly sought after Gallery Place Residences. 777 7th Street NW #1018 offers an open kitchen design, gleaming hardwood floors, in unit washer/dryer, spacious walk in closet, and spectacular views of the Washington Monument. The pet friendly, [...]
6 Bed | 5.5 Bath | Listed at $2,395,000 This is the one you've been waiting for! A classic brick colonial home, a large lot, and located on one of the most sought after blocks in Spring Valley. The traditional, yet expansive floor plan boasts a seamless flow between the living and [...]
On Saturday, October 5, eight local houses will be open to the public as a part of the third-annual DC-Metro Modern Home Tour. For now, take a look at four of the homes here. (And check back tomorrow to see the remaining four.) The Ware Street House in Vienna Designed by: Eurohouse LLC. Built by: Govan Builders. [...]
It’s finally here! The sprawling Latin market La Cosecha is soft-launching on Thursday. Check out food vendors like Peruvian Brothers and La Casita and many more, which will be operating at a pop-up capacity while finishing touches are put in place. Already open: cocktail bar Seranata and fashion/jewelry/home goods outlets Zona E Home and Nova Bossa. On Thursday, the Ballston BID throws a Ballston Street Bash and Mega [...]
If you want to get a handle on the DC neighborhoods that have the most competitive housing markets, the median days on market is a good metric to start with, as it shows you where homes are selling the fastest. The regional multiple listing service Bright MLS changed the way that it measures "days on [...]
2 Bed | 2 Bath | Listed at $719,000 Beautiful and historic 2br/2ba with garage parking in secure gated community. This unique condo in a converted schoolhouse checks all the boxes! Fully updated, spacious open floorplan, over-sized windows, fabulous sunlight, soaring 11' ceilings, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace, great closets, custom lighting, and [...]