Posts By Nena Perry-Brown
Following are all articles by UrbanTurf author Nena Perry-Brown, from most recent to least.
DC's Central A/C Premium
Nena Perry-Brown | July 5th 2018
As the DC area experiences temperatures pushing the triple-digits, a look at the premium central air conditioning commands.... read»
The Fun House Comes to DC
Nena Perry-Brown | July 3rd 2018
The National Building Museum is mounting its fifth Summer Block Party installation, a pseudo-retrospective collaboration with 10 year-old design firm ... read»
DC Releases an RFP for Portion of St. Elizabeths
Nena Perry-Brown | July 2nd 2018
Developers now have the opportunity to bid on the parcel between the sports complex and the Congress Heights Metro station.... read»
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Before and After: A Gradual Renovation in Rosedale
Nena Perry-Brown | June 29th 2018
For some homeowners, renovation plans need to be executed all at once. For others, the process is more gradual and often more thoughtful as a result. ... read»
Best New Listings: Two Modernized Adams Morgan Condos and Outdoor Space in Takoma Park
Nena Perry-Brown | June 29th 2018
This week’s Best New Listings includes two modernized condos on opposite ends of Adams Morgan's main drag and an expanded Takoma Park home with ampl... read»
$360,000 or Less: DC's Ten Cheapest Housing Markets
Nena Perry-Brown | June 28th 2018
UrbanTurf takes a look at which DC neighborhoods have been the most affordable for home buyers this year.... read»
The Essential Guide to Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit in DC
Nena Perry-Brown | June 28th 2018
For accessory dwelling units, "by right" doesn't mean "simple".... read»
DC Apartments are Amenity-Rich, But You Still Have to Leave to Do Laundry
Nena Perry-Brown | June 27th 2018
A new study from Apartment List shows that DC apartments tend to offer more amenities than demand supports -- except for one.... read»
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