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UrbanTurf Staff | September 25th 2012
On Tuesday morning, Case-Shiller reported that home prices increased by 1.2 percent between July 2011 and July 2012 in their 20-city index. In DC, pri... read»
Should Fast Internet Be a Public Good?
Shilpi Paul | September 24th 2012
This morning, the Atlantic Cities reported on DC's various ventures into providing internet to the masses. ... read»
The Pursuit: Dreams of a Dining Table and a Community
Shilpi Paul | September 24th 2012
When Jared Powell set off on his house hunt, he knew he wanted to be part of an emerging neighborhood...and have space for a dining room table.... read»
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Best New Listings: Moving Walls, Classic Bungalow, and Stained Glass
Shilpi Paul | September 21st 2012
In this week's edition of Best New Listings, we look at a Dupont Circle studio with moving walls, a classic Takoma Park bungalow, and a Capitol Hill V... read»
Neighborhood Eats: Fall Restaurant Openings To Watch (Part 1)
Rebecca Cooper | September 21st 2012
The summer brought outdoor dining and day drinking galore, but there's plenty to look forward to in DC's restaurant scene this fall.... read»
This Week's Find: A Time Capsule from 1898
Shilpi Paul | September 20th 2012
For those interested in turn-of-the-century Victorian life, This Week's Find is a living museum.... read»
Sponsored: A Tranquil Penthouse Above DC's Hustle and Bustle
UrbanTurf Sponsor | September 20th 2012
Homes in downtown DC are generally prized for their location, then their size, and lastly, certain amenities, with outdoor space near the top of that ... read»
3.49: Rates Back Down to Record Lows
Shilpi Paul | September 20th 2012
After three weeks on a downward path, mortgage rates dropped back down to their previous record low, with Freddie Mac reporting 3.49 percent with an a... read»
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