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What $550,000 Buys in You in DC

  • January 5th 2016

by Tianna Mañón

In the first installment of What X Buys for the new year, UrbanTurf looks in the $550,000 range to see what homes DC buyers with this budget can expect to find.

What $550,000 Buys in You in DC: Figure 1

A Two-Bedroom on the Edge of Adams Morgan

This two-bedroom on the southern edge of Adams Morgan has a simple, but modern design. Inside, there is a long hallway that opens into a bright living space. The kitchen is galley-style with white appliances and an electric stove. At 935 square feet it is not very large for a two-bedroom, but does allow pets and has both a fireplace and a washer/dryer.

  • Full Listing: 1815 18th Street NW #303 (map)
  • Price: $550,000
  • Bedrooms: Two
  • Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Square Footage: 935
  • Listing Agent: Sarah Howard, Long & Foster Real Estate

What $550,000 Buys in You in DC: Figure 2

A Deal of a Bungalow in Takoma

This updated three-bedroom bungalow will likely find a buyer by the end of the week, based on its price and size. The updated 1924 home in Takoma has been expanded over the years, including with a kitchen that leads out to a back deck and fairly deep backyard. The master bedroom on the second floor has a nice alcove for a bed, and the basement is unfinished.

  • Full Listing: 6612 2nd Street NW (map)
  • Price: $539,900
  • Bedrooms: Three
  • Bathrooms: Two
  • Square Footage: 1,400
  • Listing Agent: John Plank, Long & Foster Real Estate

What $550,000 Buys in You in DC: Figure 3

A Two-Bedroom in Columbia Heights

This unit utilizes large windows, interesting architecture and updated flooring, appliances and lighting to stand out. Both bedrooms are spacious and feature access to a private balcony at the back of the home. The two-bedroom is housed in a modern development with great curb appeal that is located a few blocks north of the Columbia Heights Metro.

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This article originally published at https://dc.urbanturf.com/articles/blog/what_550k_buys_in_the_dc_area/10715.

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