As previously mentioned, the process of even getting to the construction phase is quite slow. At this point, the architectural drawings have been completed and submitted to DCRA for the permits. I am told it will take 4-6 weeks for approval. Let the waiting game begin.
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Coming Soon: Another Chapin Street Listing!
Spacious 1-bedroom PLUS den, 2-bath condo in the heart of the 14th Street Corridor. This unit features nearly 1,000 square feet of living space, solid oak hardwood floors throughout, and recessed lighting. Unit #408 was combined with unit #409 to create a unique and desirable floor plan with a kitchen open to the living area, separate dining area, which accommodates a large dining table, and a nook off the kitchen ideal as an office or breakfast area. The sunny master bedroom has an en-suite bath with marble countertop and plenty of closet space. The den with windows and a closet is large enough to accommodate a queen bed and can easily be converted to a 2nd bedroom. The guest bathroom off the living room has a new sink and vanity, fixtures, and toilet. The entire unit has been freshly painted and brand new heating and cooling units have been installed. This is one of the few units in the building with an in-unit washer/dryer. Nearly the top floor, this home’s living/dining area has 5 windows including a bay window providing lots of natural light and pleasant open sky views in a quiet and private setting. Expansive city views from community roof deck ideal for 4th of July fireworks. Conveniently located half a mile between U Street and Columbia Heights Metro stations. Meridian Hill Park, restaurants, organic grocer, CVS, and shops just around the corner along 14th Street Corridor. Pet-friendly. Contact Kara at karajohnson@kw.com for more details.
Incredible Bidding Wars in the 20001 Zip Code
These four properties sold for 125-130% of list price! There’s no doubt that Shaw and Bloomingdale are hot DC neighborhoods and bidding wars are common in our market, but these three examples are hard to believe, to say the least.
925 Westminster Street NW #1 went $142,500 above list price
635 Q Street NW went $222,000 above list price
1858 3rd Street NW went $284,100 above list price
This fixer-upper at 2217 1st Street NW sold for $207,250 above list price
We Made UrbanTurf (Again)!
Our fantastic Chapin Street listing (now under contract) made the cover of another UrbanTurf article! We couldn’t be more proud to be representing such a unique and architecturally intriguing condo in the 14th Street Corridor. This thoughtfully-designed custom renovation by our very talented client inspired 14 people to make offers!
Kara Ranks Among The Washingtonian’s Top Producing Agents!
Kara is thrilled to be listed in the July 2015 issue of Washingtonian magazine as one of the Top Producing Individual Agents in Washington, DC! Kara stated, “It’s an honor and a privilege to be ranked among the best agents in the DC area and I couldn’t have done it without the support of family and friends, and especially my amazing clients!”
KWCP Named as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post
We are exited that our company, Keller Williams Capital Properties, has been named a #TopWorkplace by the Washington Post for the 2nd Year in a row! #KWCPTopWorkplace2015
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Keller Williams Capital Properties Ranked #2 in the Washington Region by The Washington Post Top Workplaces Report
WASHINGTON – Keller Williams Capital Properties was honored by the Washington Post as the #2 best large company to work for in the greater Washington metropolitan region in the Post’s 2015 Top Workplaces feature section. The Top Workplaces report recognizes companies that are most highly ranked as outstanding workplaces by their employees in a professionally administered survey. A gala was held at the Washington Post headquarters on Thursday, June 18th, honoring all companies recognized on the list.
“To be recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for two years in a row is a great honor for a nine-year-old company. We take great pride and invest significant time and resources in KW Capital Properties’ culture, always with the intention of supporting and empowering our industry-leading agent entrepreneurs,” said Brandon Green, Managing Partner, Keller Williams Capital Properties.
“At KW Capital Properties, we pride ourselves in being a company built for the agent, by the agent. This means that we are committed to world-class training, profit-sharing, and an Agent Leadership Council in each office. These core principals allow us to enjoy a culture that is a reflection of our associates. For their recognition we are truly grateful,” said Bo Menkiti, CEO and Founder of Keller Williams Capital Properties.
KW Capital Properties, which has four offices throughout DC, Maryland, and Virginia, has seen a meteoric climb in national and local business rankings since the company’s inception in 2006. Earlier this year, KW Capital Properties was recognized as one the most productive residential brokerage firms in the nation by REAL Trends and as one of RISMedia’s national 2014 Power Brokers. Regionally, KW Capital Properties was recently honored by the Washington Business Journal as the seventh largest residential real estate company in the region, as measured by 2014 sales.
KW Capital Properties works closely with its agents and Team Leaders to build a collaborative and cooperative work environment. At KW Capital Properties, agent entrepreneurs build a thriving real estate career through unparalleled training, world-class education, and cutting-edge technology.
What’s new in new construction
This is one of the only two remaining units at The Laundry Condo retaining only the façade of the original laundromat at 732 15th Street SE near Potomac Ave Metro. $450K for this industrial contemporary unit with floor-to-ceiling windows, all white kitchen with mobile island, 1BR/1BA, 714 sq ft condo with private balcony. Love it! There’s also a Penthouse 2BR/2BA 977 sq ft unit with private roof deck available. Email me if interested: karajohnson@kw.com
And now The Maryland Condo located at 1350 Maryland Ave NE. Here I am with my lovely new investor client on the roof deck. Great views! Many different floor plans to accommodate many different price points, lovely finishes and gas cooking!
Construction is well underway at my client’s unit at the new ADAMO Condos located at 1794 Lanier Place NW in Adams Morgan. Oh the anticipation! Scheduled to be complete in August. Fans of California’s Philz Coffee shop will be pleased if the rumors are true about what’s going in the retail space.
Washington, DC is a hot real estate market!
Did you know that about 20% of sales in DC last year were all cash? Multiple offers and bidding wars are common in our market. Check out this link for an interesting article about cash sales and market statistics in Georgetown.