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3.53: Rates Remain Steady
Shilpi Paul | February 14th 2013
This week, long-term mortgage rates remain at their highest average since September 2012. ... read»
Under Contract: Lofted Perch and a Private Terrace
Shilpi Paul | February 14th 2013
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Former DC Skating Rink Becoming Apartments, Delivering This Spring
Shilpi Paul | February 13th 2013
The domed area above the Adams Morgan Harris Teeter that used to house a roller skating rink is being transformed into 39 lofty apartments, UrbanTurf ... read»
What $1,800 Rents You in the DC Area
Shilpi Paul | February 13th 2013
This week in What X Rents You, UrbanTurf looked in the $1,800 a month range for the DC area to see what that price point gets you.... read»
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Shilpi Paul | February 12th 2013
The vacant Randall School building at Half Street and I Street SW will eventually house an art gallery and restaurants, and an adjacent new building w... read»
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Shilpi Paul | February 12th 2013
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