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The Parks at Walter Reed has quickly become a cultural hub for upper NW DC, and now has more than 100 community events and activities planned on the Parks’ lush green spaces, including markets, world-class music, festivals and weekly fitness classes.
Read MoreWith consequential presidential debates, an assassination attempt and last-minute candidate turnover, the political climate in the US can seem surreal and overwhelming. The intensity of the intersection of political control and human rights in the US and abroad is palpable. Here in DC, it can all feel like a pressure cooker requiring immediate action. Here are some ways in which you can care for your own mental health in the face of political uncertainty…
Read MoreIn the dynamic real estate landscape of DC, where homeowners are constantly seeking ways to maximize their property’s value, accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, are on the rise. One increasingly popular method involves underpinning the basement or crawl space to create a separate basement apartment. This offers the benefit of adding living space and significant value to your home, as well as adding functionality for an au pair or an in-law suite. Transforming your unused space can also create a revenue stream if you choose to rent out the new apartment and can provide a higher resale value in the future.
Read MoreYes, that’s right. It’s time for a makeover. A permeable paver makeover!
Permeable pavers benefit the environment and offer several practical advantages to resident, making them a worthwhile investment for your property. They’re part of a larger movement towards green infrastructure and offer a range of environmental benefits that contribute to a healthier city environment and more resilient communities.
Read MoreThe journey to open Solstice Smiles Dental was a long and bumpy one, particularly due to the effects of the pandemic that set us back in multiple ways. However, with determination and perseverance, the practice was able to build up their clients over the past two years and create a community where people understand the importance of their oral health.
Read MoreOur Fed City team helped a local family with an estate sale and getting their home ready to show potential buyers. But the 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo was in disarray, and the estate representative had no idea where to turn. We helped renovate the home and received numerous, high offers. Here’s what we did…
Read MoreHow often do you cringe at the amount of single-use plastic in your house? DC startup The Rounds is looking to make last-minute grocery runs and oversized Amazon orders a thing of the past for Petworth residents, all white cutting down on all that packaging waste. The company recently announced expanded delivery areas in DC and is excited about its growing list of local partners, and is offering a special discount to Petworth News readers!
Read MoreThe spacious three bedroom, two bath home at 248 Division Avenue NE needed a lot of work. The owners were looking to sell, and knew they needed help.
Read MoreThis map shows the long-term value of a real estate investment. It’s a useful tool if you’re looking to buy, and interesting generally to see how home values have shifted over the years. [Sponsored]
Read MoreIt’s not a fun topic, but it’s an important one. If you or someone you know is struggling to catch up with mortgage payments after forbearance, now may be the time to sell or short sell your home before the bank initiates foreclosure. You could make a profit on the sale and get out from the high mortgage, or avoid foreclosure and be able to close out your loan. [Sponsored]
Read MoreYou might be wondering if now is still a good time to sell your home. The answer: it depends. If you’ve been considering selling your home but the market has you worried, we’ve outlined some scenarios to help you decide. Here are some questions to ask yourself. (sponsored)
Read MoreInterest rates haven't seemed to put a damper on activity in our area yet. Properly marketed and priced single-family homes easily sell in the first weekend and condos are no exception. So what are “properly priced and marketed homes”? Here’s a look at recent single-family and condo home sales in Petworth, Park View and Shepherd Park.
Read MoreWe are surely entering a period of softening demand for more modestly priced homes – but the relative supply of those homes remains quite low. There is still upward pressure on home prices, but that pressure won’t be as significant as it has been over the last couple of years.
Read MoreJune will be an interesting month and I look forward to sharing those numbers with you. As you will see, the market determines the value of the home. If it’s priced too low, you will get a six-figure escalation. When priced just right, or a little too high, the market will tell you so. If you need a strategy to buy or sell a home successfully, contact me. Just remember, there is no National real estate market, there are hundreds of thousands of real estate markets in the US.
Read MorePetworth News, a neighborhood blog on local news, information & events about the Petworth area in Washington DC.
Petworth News is a news site about Petworth area neighborhoods in Washington DC, written by Drew Schneider and other amazing contributing writers. It features facts and objective reporting, as well as an occasional subjective point of view and opinion.
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