DC Condo Boutique

Modern new condos make their debut in Alexandria, where more and more prospective residents beginning to discover Del Ray Place. Situated appropriately in the Del Ray neighborhood, the new four-story property features nearly 50 residential units, topping ground-level retail space and under-building parking.

A majority of the condos are one-bedroom units, although there are also some two-bedroom units within the property. Priced from the mid $300,000s, the condos start at around 630 square feet of living space, with some of the largest units of Del Ray Place commanding more than 1,200 square feet of living space.

Common features of the homes include large floor plans and an array of modern finishes. New buyers can expect to find quartz

A recently delivered luxury condo development is quickly nearing a sellout, with available units of Elysium Logan going fast. In fact, only a few more units remain for sale within this exceptional new building.

The Logan Circle community sits just steps away from some of the District’s most vibrant entertainment offerings, with upscale floor plans sure to appeal to many of the region’s most discriminating buyers. Offering the option of one-, two- and even three-bedroom designs, the eight-story development is filled with nearly three-dozen individual condos.

Remaining options include some stunning penthouse level units, each featuring its own private outdoor space and spectacular 360-degree views of the surrounding area. Coming in two-story

One of Cleveland Park’s most elegant residential buildings, The Broadmoor still evokes luxury living along Connecticut Avenue, nearly 100 years from its beginning. First constructed in the mid-1920s, the building is a distinguished property in the region, and holds an honored spot on Goode’s list of Best Addresses.

Originally designed as a traditional apartment building, The Broadmoor changed over into a co-op around the mid-century mark. In its early years it was described as the home of prominent political leaders, military officers and business executives.

Although the property has changed over the years and decades, the self-managed, L-shaped building still maintains some of its original 1920s-era charm. From the hand-carved accents to the

An array of outstanding amenities is only part of the appeal of The Lexicon. This impressive new development sits in Eckington near NoMa, surrounded by the allure of more than 100 dining spots, bars and boutiques, as well as major museums and attractions in the DC area.

The new construction, luxury high-rise additionally offers up a fitness center, a two-level swimming pool and a clubroom. As well, the property also boasts several levels of underground garage parking for added convenience, and the availability of extra storage space and bike storage.

As well, The Lexicon also provides for a concierge and business center, as well as the convenience and luxury of ground-level retail space. The private residences include the desirability of

A brand new luxury condo tower is coming to Tysons, with the inclusion of Monarch. The new, 20-story building plans to offer your choice of one-, two- or even three-bedroom residences, as well as some units including a den.

Starting at around 880 square feet of living space, some of the largest units of Monarch will offer up more than 2,800 square feet of living space and two balconies for private outdoor living space. With around 100 different condos to choose from, all of the planned units of Monarch come complete with at least one private balcony and some additionally provide direct elevator access.

As well, other added features of the units of Monarch include high ceilings, upscale appliances and desirable hardwood flooring. In addition,

A premiere setting and admirable views perhaps equally match the elegance of The Westmoreland. On the list of Goode’s Best Addresses, the Kalorama property first opened up as a rental apartment building around the turn-of-the-century, but it took nearly 50 years before the building was eventually converted into a co-op. To this day it remains one of the most impressive and coveted early apartment houses in the area.

As it did in its early years, the Beaux-arts style property still allows for impressive District views from the luxury of the common rooftop deck or the private residences, themselves. Set right along California Street, the building now houses 60 private residential units, rising up six-stories above the surrounding neighborhood.

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It may be the nation’s capital, but DC is far from all business and no play. In fact, DC just snagged a spot on the list of “2018’s Most Fun Cities in America”, as designated by WalletHub.

The personal finance website recently ranked Washington, DC at number 15 when it comes to fun cities across the nation. WalletHub looked at more than 180 cities in the US, and then ranked them based on entertainment offerings in dozens of key metrics.

They included all kinds of entertainment-related categories, from the number of fitness centers to brewery hours and movie theater costs. Researchers looked for cities with plenty of variety when it comes to having “fun”.

For example, cities received higher marks for the number of attractions, plus bar

With the enjoyment of large, new construction town homes and plenty of appeal, Buchanan Park emerges as one of the most inviting new options for buyers in the Hill East neighborhood. Priced starting above $1 million, the Townhomes at Buchanan Park all feature at least three-bedrooms, some of which also offer a den, while others allow space for an additional one-bedroom in-law suite.

With large roof terraces too, the multi-level town homes come complete with high ceilings, a kitchen island, stainless steel appliances and the convenience of private garage parking. Designed to compliment the existing traditional row houses of the area, the brick town homes effortlessly blend in with the surrounding neighborhood. In addition to the three-bedroom town

Already more than 50-percent sold, more and more condo buyers are discovering the unique opportunities that exist within The Bower. The new condo building sits in The Yards of the Capitol Riverfront, delivering a vibrant location and admirable added amenities.

The nearly 140 condos that make up The Bower range from studios to penthouse level, three-bedroom designs. While the sophisticated new homes start at around 575 square feet of living space, a much larger penthouse unit provides more than 1,500 square feet of living space, topped off by large terraces.

Added features of the homes include some private balconies, along with such desirable extras as wide-plank hardwood flooring, high ceilings and sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows. As well, the

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The popularity of living in the DC area continues to grow substantially, but that could prove difficult for those searching for housing. According to a new report from a regional planning board, DC likely faces a significant housing shortage in the near future.

Planners suggest the region desperately needs another 100,000 homes built in the coming decades. That’s in addition to the number of homes already projected to be built by 2045.

If not, they say, housing prices will only go up, hurting the local economy and driving area workers even farther out into the suburbs. The dire warning is based on the number of new workers expected to move to the area.

Population estimates suggest by 2045 the DC area could likely add about