Real Estate

The Three Best Open Houses This Weekend: August 12-13

Walk to the waterfront from these homes, all under $499k.

The Three Best Open Houses This Weekend: August 12-13

Fairlawn


Where: 2228 R St., SE
How Much: $499,000
When: Sunday, 1 to 4 pm
Why: This four-bedroom Cape Cod in Southeast sits blocks from the Anacostia waterfront and was recently remodeled, featuring refinished hardwood floors and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom on the first floor has a private bathroom with double vanities and a soaking tub. Out back, there’s a private patio and parking.

Palisades

Where: 4840 Macarthur Blvd., NW #408
How Much: $325,000
When: Saturday, 1 to 3 pm and Sunday, 1:30 to 4 pm
Why: A short walk to the C&O Canal Towpath, this bright Palisades condo features an open floor plan with a breakfast bar separating the kitchen from the living area, which has new wood floors. Safeway and the Palisades Rec Center are also nearby.

Hill East

Where: 1815 A St., SE #103
How Much: $346,400
When: Sunday, 1 to 4 pm
Why: This two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in Hill East is just a half a block away from Stadium-Armory station and walking distance to the Anacostia River waterfront. The open floor plan includes room for a dining nook, generous storage, and an in-unit washer and dryer, and the updated bathroom features granite counters and ceramic tile.  

 

Courtney Vinopal is a former Washingtonian editorial fellow. She holds a master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University, and previously worked as a press attaché for the Embassy of France in Washington, where she ran the institution’s social media accounts and newsletters. She lives in Woodley Park.