Urban Igloo: Rent Check
February 2010 (Vol. 4)
DC Apartment Trends
Neighborhood Interview
Featured Property
What Customers Are Saying
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 Rick Gersten
"Snowpocalypse" has reminded many of us in the DC area of the importance of our homes.  If you're going to be homebound for days and days, it's a lot nicer to be in a place you love.  

And as the snow has turned traveling around DC into a constant battle, clients keep telling us what life-savers our agents are -- driving apartment-seekers around the city to their appointments.  Rather than digging your car out, standing on metro platforms, and trudging through slush, you can focus on finding the right place to live.

In this issue of Rent Check, we finish our fascinating interview with DC rental market expert Grant Montgomery. We also talk with Logan Circle community leader Tim Christensen about his ever-changing neighborhood.  And for our Featured Property, we look at a Van Ness building that marries convenience with urban escape.

- Rick Gersten, Founder and Managing Partner
DC Apartment Trends, Part II: For RentersGrant Montgomery
In last month's Rent Check, Delta Associates VP Grant Montgomery focused on DC residential rental market trends from the landlord's perspective.

Now, in the second and final part of our interview, we shift to what it all means for renters.  Grant tells us why DC remains a renter's market, how to find the best deals, and what neighborhoods to keep an eye on.

Read Part II of our interview on DC apartment trends ...
Neighborhood Expert Interview: Logan Circle Logan Circle
Last month we kicked off our interview series with DC area neighborhood experts - bloggers, community association leaders, listserv moderators, and others with unique, on-the-ground insights and tips.  This month we are excited to present our second interview, with Logan Circle community leader Tim Christensen.

In this discussion, Tim tells us how Logan Circle has changed in recent decades, why it's a great place to live today, and where he likes to go for food, shopping, and more.
 
Read the full interview on Logan Circle ...
Featured Property: Van NessVan Ness Property
Nestled in the upper -- and often quieter -- part of Connecticut Avenue in DC's Van Ness area, this property offers both convenience and an escape from the usual hustle and bustle of the city.

The building is located walking distance from the Van Ness station on metro's red line. Its proximity to Van Ness, Chevy Chase, and Cleveland Park offers easy access to a variety of shopping, dining, and nightlife spots. Politics and Prose, a well-know independent bookstore and coffeehouse that regularly hosts guest speakers, is just a few blocks away.

Conveniently situated between downtown DC and suburban Maryland, this building is an ideal choice for those working in either of these areas. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate neighboring Rock Creek Park, a great place to go for a walk, jog, or bike ride.  Features include hardwood floors, walk-in closets, covered and off-street parking facilities, and 24-hour maintenance.  And the apartments are larger than those you would typically find closer to Dupont Circle and downtown.

Learn about the 2BRs available at this property ...

What Customers Are Saying
"Urban Igloo was extremely helpful in finding a renter for my condo in Bethesda. Unlike other agents I've worked with in the past, Urban Igloo demonstrated a high level of professionalism and personalized service. They were always accessible and provided me with on-going feedback every step of the way."

Rick B., Lionsgate Landlord

"Thank you so much for pointing me in the right direction. I really think this is it! It has a great location and the price is great too. I really appreciate it so much and I'll definitely recommend you guys to my friends and colleagues. So grateful!"

Ada L., Renter, Washington, D.C.
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