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What $160,000 Buys You in the DC Area

  • August 7th 2013

by Shilpi Paul

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In What X Buys You this week, UrbanTurf takes a look at properties on the market in the $159,000 to $170,000 range to give readers an idea of what type of homes are available in this price point in the DC area.


What $160,000 Buys You in the DC Area: Figure 1

Lanier Heights Condo With a Walk-in Closet

For those who want to buy at this price but don’t want a long commute, a few options in Lanier Heights popped up in our search. The small neighborhood is tucked between Mount Pleasant and Adams Morgan and is a quick walk to many other neighborhoods, but the price point for one-bedrooms tends to be quite a bit lower than in other parts of DC. This unit is bright, well-maintained and the bedroom is tucked away from the main living area in a “junior one-bedroom” fashion. It’s on the small side, but a walk-in closet and built-ins would help keep the space uncluttered. The one thing on the high side is the unit’s monthly fees.

  • Full Listing: 1801 Clydesdale Place NW, #704 (map)
  • Price: $169,900
  • Bedrooms: One
  • Bathrooms: One
  • Square Footage: 566
  • HOA Fees: $395
  • Listing Agent: David Bediz, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage


What $160,000 Buys You in the DC Area: Figure 2

Just Over the Border In Prince George’s County

Just across the DC border from the Ward 7 neighborhood Marshall Heights, this Capitol Heights listing is a three-bedroom, detached home. The listing is located less than a mile from the Capitol Heights Metro station on the Blue Line, two stops from the Stadium-Armory station. The home comes with a spacious, green backyard and an updated kitchen, bathroom and A/C system. In addition to 942 interior square feet, there is a storage shed in the backyard.


What $160,000 Buys You in the DC Area: Figure 3

Top Floor Condo in Falls Church

Located in Falls Church about ten miles from the center of DC, this one-bedroom is a good option for someone who is eager to own and doesn’t mind driving. The top-floor unit is carpeted and modest, and comes with a parking space. The bathroom is full of shiny, well-maintained features, but the kitchen is a bit claustrophobic and outdated.The HOA fees are on the low side.

This article originally published at https://dc.urbanturf.com/articles/blog/what_160000_buys_you_in_the_dc_area/7427.

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