April 2010

Primo Massachusetts Avenue Heights Location

Former Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson is selling his Massachusets Avenue Heights home for 4.6M.  Hank and Wendy Paulson purchased the home located near the Washington Cathedral on 32nd St NW in 2006 for $4.3M.  This 3 BR /  3 BA home was constructed in 1940 and was completely renovated in 2001.  This three-story home includes a master-suite with living area and a home office.  Key features of the home include custom stone finishes, over-sized custom windows and a very private .44-acre wooded lot that is adjacent to a park.

In an interesting twist of fate, this home was previously owned by former New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine, who later served as co-CEO of Goldman Sachs with Hank Paulson, before Paulson

Church & 14th is home to luxury lofts

If you really like the 1400 block of Church Street, but have been disappointed by the dearth of listings over the past several months......the wait is over.  This stretch of Church Street features some exciting luxury projects and is often thought of as ground zero for DC's loft movement.

At present there are five condos for sale in this block including a loft penthouse at Lofts 14 Two, a duplex loft at Citta 50, two units at Lofts 14 and one at the Metro.  With asking prices for these five ranging from $574,900 to $875,000 there are options to fit a  wide range of budgets.

Our team has previewed these units and can help focus your search for a Church Street loft or condo.

Upscale 2/2 Condos Straddling Dupont , Logan, U Street Neighborhoods

New construction condos  that straddle the Dupont, Logan and U Street  neighborhoods at the corner of 15th and Swann are now availalble for sale. This ground-up new construction project, located at 1821 15th Street, is designed as a replica of a Victorian-period row house and includes four upscale condos.

1821 15th St condos feature 9 ft ceilings, bamboo flooring, Elfa closets, cararra marble kitchen counters, Bosch appliances, marble bathrooms and outdoor space. 

Each of the condos offers 2 BR / 2 BA configuration and range in size from 841 SF to 961 SF.  Prices at 1821 15th start at $475,000.  1821 15th Street #2 is is featured in the MLS  for $519,000.  Two parking spaces

Modern Convenience Fused With Period Architecture

With a location in Kalorama on one of the neighborhood's finest blocks, 2411 California Street is one of the best homes in the District.  This location, coupled with the homes size and grandeur make this property an attractive option for a diplomatic residence. 

This three-story home has been meticulously renovated and features six bedrooms, seven baths and four levels of living space.  No detail was overlooked with renovations that have brought the finest period elements back to life while also blending modern conveniences into this home.  The beautiful grand stairway lends a stately and regal feel to this home.

The list of upscale features includes a media room, gym, lower-level catering

Georgetown Dominates DC Luxury Market

The most expensive condo to sell in the District during March 2010 was in Georgetown at the Residences at the Ritz, located at 3150 South Street, NW $2D, Washington, DC. This condo is 4,314 SF and features 4 BR / 5.5 BA.  The selling price was $4.5M / $1,043 SF.

Congratulations to selling Realtor Chris Ritzert of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage for closing the most expensive condo sale in the District in March 2010.

 Honorable mention for the 2nd most expensive DC condo sold in March 2010 was in Georgetown at Wormley Row, located at 3329 Prospect Street, NW #7 Washington, DC.  This new construction duplex unit is 4,725 SF and can be built out to the buyers specification with 3 or 4 BR. The selling price was

Steps from GWU and Foggy Bottom Metro

The Jefferson House, located at 922 24th Street, NW,  delivers Foggy Bottom affordability with an extremely convenient location just steps from GWU and the Foggy Bottom Metro Station.  Both Dupont Circle and Georgetown are just a 10-15 minute walk from this location.  Shopping is convenient with a Trader Joe's, Safeway, CVS and a hardware store all within a couple of blocks.  The Jefferson House weighs in with a Walk Score of 95, a true Walkers' Paradise rating

Recent updates have given this 1962 building a new more modern look. Building amenities include a pool and a 24 hour front desk.  The Jefferson House condo fees include utilities.

Currently, there are 4 efficiency condos for sale at the Jefferson House