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40 minutes agoReal Estate Market Trends in Washington, DC: Prices Fall
DC's housing market is experiencing a significant shift with falling prices and fewer listings, impacting buyers and sellers alike.
"They're everyday professionals who simply don't have the time to shop the traditional way," said Kneen about J. Hilburn customers. Instead, stylists manage fit, fabrics and wardrobe planning, effectively outsourcing the entire process for busy professionals.
Business Insider reported on Monday that nearly 200 Eddie Bauer locations in the US and Canada are expected to close after the operating entity behind the stores failed to find a buyer during its Chapter 11 restructuring.
These actions are designed to advance Saks Global's transformation with a focus on serving luxury customers, strengthening brand partner relationships and driving full-price selling to enable profitable and sustainable growth.
While developer Zach Vella was negotiating the recent purchase valued at about $30 million, former child stars turned fashion designers Mary-Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen agreed to rent space in his three-building complex in the 8400 block of Melrose Place for the first outlet of their luxury apparel line, the Row.
This recently-renovated condo offers a rare, grassy view of Meridian Park and is one of only eight units in the building. Complete with two beds, two baths, in-unit laundry, a single-car garage, and a private deck in the main bedroom. Amenities include stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout the home, a gas fireplace, and several large, double-paned windows that allow natural light into the space.
On a recent Friday night, around 150 people lined up around the block to get into DC's newest hotspot. They weren't seeking out some trendy cuisine or buzzy chef. They were waiting for Eebee's, which is, basically, just a neighborhood bar. Vintage beer signs and family photos give the Shaw corner joint a dive-y unpretentiousness. You can get a Miller High Life for $6 or a martini for $13. And the cheeseburger is better than you might expect.
Happy snow day, DC! Have a snowball fight, indulge in frosty food deals, and then venture out to the theater. There are several new performances opening this week, such as Chez Joey and world premieres from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Plus, Ramy Youssef arrives at Warner Theatre to tell his hilarious clean jokes. Best Things to Do This Week and Weekend January 26-February 1
According to AAA, the average regular gas price as of March 16 is $3.72 per gallon-up $0.24 from a week ago, and nearly $0.79 from this time last year. CNN reports that the 26.9 percent gain in US gas prices over the past month is the largest monthly increase since Hurricane Katrina.
Fully renovated in 2021, this rowhome features exposed brick and custom window treatments throughout, plus three outdoor spaces. The open-concept living room includes a gas fireplace, a large bay window for natural lighting, and wide-plank hardwood floors. The dining space includes a wet bar and wine fridge. Bedrooms include a king-sized primary bedroom, a second bedroom with a private balcony leading to a roof deck, and a basement bedroom with a full bath for guests.
There's no shortage of discounted drinks and snacks (even on weekends) at these Cuban cafes' happy hours. Try a piña colada or daiquiri for $8. Snacks like goat-cheese croquetas and guava barbecue chicken sliders are $8, too.
Playwright Rachel Bonds's new production narrates a woman's journey through school, romance, and the complexities of modern adulthood (Wed through April 19, $55+, Logan Circle).
Both recently renovated units that make up this Shaw townhome are currently available. The main and top floors make up Unit 2 and include three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms (including en suite bathrooms for each room), walk-in closets, and one parking space. Unit 1 is an English basement-style unit-with above-grade entry-featuring one bedroom and one bathroom, and a back terrace.
The 30,000-square-foot property has housed numerous notable individuals over the centuries, including Albert Clemens, the nephew of author Mark Twain, and architect Edmund Dreyfuss, who eventually passed the home down to his son, sculptor John Dreyfuss. Philanthropist Dr. Sachiko Kunō bought the mansion for $11 million in 2011 to serve as the headquarters for Halcyon, a nonprofit organization that helps to fund early-stage businesses across climate, health, and equity technology.
In 1840, when Francis Preston Blair and his daughter came across a "mica-flecked" spring near present-day Georgia Avenue, he fell in love with the land and built a summer home there-calling it "Silver Spring" after the minerals he spied in the water. The area boomed as a major retail center after World War II, suffered through a period of decline in the '80s when prominent businesses including Hecht's department store relocated, and enjoyed a rebirth in the aughts after construction of a downtown mall, now called Ellsworth Place.
Sometimes just changing the location where you wake up can feel like a vacation in itself. Washington has luxurious hotels to choose from, and a weekend spent in their high-thread-count sheets can feel as good as a getaway, sans the travel stress. Waldorf Astoria From spa treatments to afternoon tea, the grand hotel is the ideal place to slow down and enjoy a loved one's company.
This Sunday brings three capital-B Bowls: Super, Puppy and Benito. See below for our recommendations for where to spend your favorite one. Bad Bunny fans who want to get the halftime show started early have several dance party options Saturday night, and area bars (including Atlas Brew Works) are hosting events for the Winter Olympics from Opening Ceremonies onward. In addition to early Valentine's Day celebrations, this week has cozy crafting nights, another "Heated Rivalry" party and the kickoff of the D.C. Independent Film Festival.