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Posts By Nena Perry-Brown

Following are all articles by UrbanTurf author Nena Perry-Brown, from most recent to least.

Black Mortgage Applicants in DC Denied at Double Citywide Rate

Black Mortgage Applicants in DC Denied at Double Citywide Rate

Nena Perry-Brown | August 5th 2020

Higher Black homeownership rates have not made DC immune to mortgage denial disparities.... read»

The 1,000 Residential Units Delivering in Buzzard Point This Year

The 1,000 Residential Units Delivering in Buzzard Point This Year

Nena Perry-Brown | August 4th 2020

The neighborhood is seeing delivery of its first wave of new residential units, and a lot remains in the pipeline.... read»

A Guide to Flood Insurance in the DC Area

A Guide to Flood Insurance in the DC Area

Nena Perry-Brown | August 4th 2020

The tropical storm affecting the DC area today reinforces the importance of flood insurance. Here's how to get it and what to expect cost-wise.... read»

What $420,000 Buys in the DC Area

What $420,000 Buys in the DC Area

Nena Perry-Brown | August 3rd 2020

For this edition of What X Buys, UrbanTurf is rounding up some options for prospective homebuyers in the DC area with a budget of $420,000.... read»

49 Mostly Family-Sized Units Proposed on Rhode Island Avenue

49 Mostly Family-Sized Units Proposed on Rhode Island Avenue

Nena Perry-Brown | August 3rd 2020

With no studio units planned, the building would be a rarity for new construction in DC.... read»

Zoning Commission Unanimously Approves WhyHotel at 481-Unit Coast Guard Headquarters Conversion

Zoning Commission Unanimously Approves WhyHotel at 481-Unit Coast Guard Headquarters Conversion

Nena Perry-Brown | July 31st 2020

ANC 6D has been on the record in opposition to the temporary hotel use over concerns that it will artificially inflate market rents.... read»

Best New Listings: A Rock-Climbing Wall in Historic Hyattsville

Best New Listings: A Rock-Climbing Wall in Historic Hyattsville

Nena Perry-Brown | July 31st 2020

This week’s Best New Listings includes over 2,000 square feet of living space in Brightwood Park and Columbia Heights, and a playful house in Hyatts... read»

What $850,000 Buys in DC

What $850,000 Buys in DC

Nena Perry-Brown | July 29th 2020

For this installment of What X Buys, UrbanTurf highlights what's on the market in DC for prospective buyers with an $850,000 budget.... read»

1.5 Million New Homes: Joe Biden Puts Forth More Ambitious Housing Platform

1.5 Million New Homes: Joe Biden Puts Forth More Ambitious Housing Platform

Nena Perry-Brown | July 29th 2020

The plan would also create a refundable First Down Payment Tax Credit of up to $15,000 for low- and middle-income buyers.... read»

1.4 Million ADUs: Some Interesting Stats About Granny Flats

1.4 Million ADUs: Some Interesting Stats About Granny Flats

Nena Perry-Brown | July 29th 2020

A recent report from Freddie Mac takes stock of accessory dwelling units in the US.... read»

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