Thanksgiving Day Trot for Hunter DC nonprofit So Others Might Eat (SOME) sponsors this popular 5k run and family walk, benefitting programs for the homeless and the organization’s ability to serve over 800 meals to the hungry each year. When: 8:30 AM Where: Beginning at Freedom Plaza, between 13th Street NW & 12th Street NW, … Read More
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Developer Announces Plans for ‘National Landing’
Commercial real estate developer JBG Smith recently presented its vision for “National Landing,” the site of Amazon’s HQ2 in Virginia and a rebranding of portions of Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Potomac Yard. Here are the highlights from JBG’s strategic plan for the area: Infrastructure Investments • Construction of additional Metro entrances at Crystal City … Read More
Impact of Amazon’s HQ2 Decision
After a yearlong search that drew 238 bids from across the nation, Amazon announced on Tuesday that it would divide its second headquarters between two offices, one in Queens, NY and the other in Arlington, VA. The precise location of the Virginia headquarters will be an area Amazon is branding “National Landing,” comprised of parts … Read More
DC Neighborhoods that Hit 7-Figure Median Home Values in 2018
A new analysis by local real estate website UrbanTurf pinpointed five neighborhoods in the district that crossed into seven-figure territory this year, with median home values above $1,000,000: Crestwood, Friendship Heights, American University Park, Chevy Chase, and Foxhall. Of these neighborhoods, Foxhall saw the biggest escalation in median home values, up 9.6% from 2017. Million-dollar … Read More
New Price on Fabulous Bethesda Listing!
NEW PRICE: $975,000 7354 HEATHERHILL COURT BETHESDA, MD 20817 FEATURES: *5 bedrooms, 4 full & 1 half baths *Elegant Foyer with marble floors & wainscoting *Light-Filled Living & Family Rooms with Wood-Burning Fireplaces *Spacious, Updated Kitchen with Granite Countertops, a Large Center Island, and Charming Breakfast Area Overlooking Private Backyard *Master Suite with His-and-Hers Walk-in … Read More
DC Election Day Promotions
After casting your vote on Tuesday, head to any of these local establishments for fun Election Day events: *14K Restaurant & Lounge at The Hamilton Hotel Wolf Trap Animal Rescue will have five “therapy puppies” in the lobby, and the bar will have interactive games (and prizes) while election results are broadcast. 1001 14th St … Read More
DC Open House This Sunday
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1 – 3 PM 410 11th STREET NE #6 WASHINGTON, DC 20002 List Price: $499,000 Virtual Tour Features: *2 bedroom/1 bath condo in the heart of Capitol Hill’s historic district *Stunning architectural details, exposed brick, arched doorways, and hardwood floors throughout *Renovated, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances *Boutique, quiet … Read More
Bethesda’s Top 5 Home Sales – October 2018
7536 Hampden Lane List Price: $2,645,000 Close Price: $2,750,000 Close Date: Oct. 22 Features: Colonial with 4 bedrooms & 4 baths on over ½ acre of land in Edgemoor; private setting, flat yard, located at “high point” within neighborhood; nanny suite; blocks to Edgemoor Club and short walk to downtown Bethesda 7510 Oldchester Road List … Read More
3 Fun DC Halloween Events
Happy Halloween from the Carolyn Homes team! Here are three fun ways to celebrate the day around the district: *Trick-or-Treat at Embassy Row Head to Massachusetts Avenue, where the embassies of Finland, Portugal, Mexico, and Greece will be hosting themed celebrations with special treat giveaways this afternoon and evening: Greek Embassy (2217 Massachusetts Ave NW), … Read More
Trick-or-Treat at Bethesda Row!
This Tuesday, October 30, bring your kids to Bethesda Lane for an evening of pre-Halloween trick-or-treating and entertainment at Bethesda Row! Local restaurants & retailers will be offering bites, sweets, retail deals, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Participants include: *Café Deluxe *Dolcezza *Fish Taco *Sassanova *Pieology *Kidville Date and Time: Tue, Oct … Read More