Historical data shows that there is not likely to be a significant impact on the DC housing market post-election on a macro level. What we personally see is the coming and going of Cabinet members and Presidential appointees, regardless of political affiliation, and some movement in the general sense. The most positive impact on our market is what we have now, low inventory and high demand, coupled with favorable economic indicators.

Why Washington Fine Properties?

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FOR SALE - Kalorama Grand Dame

• Distinguished, spacious townhouse with five bedrooms and three and one-half baths in sought after Kalorama.
• High ceilings, wood floors and fine architectural details throughout.
• Beautiful, eat-in kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances opens to deck.
  
• Well-proportioned room sizes which are suitable for grand entertaining. If these walls could talk! This home has hosted many national and international dignitaries.
• Handsome terrace with outdoor kitchen and views to the monuments from the roof deck.
  
• Two car garage and lower level au pair suite.
  
• Offered for sale at $3,395,000
  
  

FOR SALE - Grand Dupont Historical Residence

• Beau-Arts masterpiece has been the home of several members of Congress, a Supreme Court Justice and headquarters to The American Red Cross.
• With 7,000 square feet on four levels and a fifth-level rooftop, this special property is for the individual home owner, embassy or business who has the need to entertain large groups of people.
• This mansion has been preserved with the most beautiful wood floors, millwork, moldings, fireplaces and original rounded windows.
• This is a rare opportunity to live in the first large home north of Dupont Circle and own a piece of Washington history.
• Offered for sale at $2,799,000

PRIVATE PLACEMENT - Sophisticated Logan Circle Penthouse

• Just two blocks from the 14th Street Arts & Business District is this rare find; three full bedrooms and three full baths in this condo.
• This chic penthouse has a wrap-around, private 800 square foot terrace with over 270 degree views over the city including the Washington Monument.
• Custom upgrades, designer finishes and dramatic spaces make this condo one of the best in Logan Circle.
  
• This pet friendly home comes with extra storage and two highly coveted parking spaces!
  
• Offered for sale at $1,199,000
  
  

PRIVATE PLACEMENT - Eastern Market

• Fantastic living room with gracious floorplan that is ideal for entertaining.
• Two large bedrooms, three and a half baths, plus den on a large corner lot with parking for two vehicles.
• Great bones with an opportunity for refreshing. Historic charm with wood floors and wood burning fireplace.
• Just blocks to the Metro and Eastern Market.
  
• Offered for sale at $925,000
  
  

FOR SALE - Elegant Condo in Heart of Bethesda

• Elegant Lionsgate condo with one bedroom + den/office, Donatello floorplan.
• Spacious floor plan with hardwood floors, high ceilings, gourmet kitchen with many upgrades includes stainless steel Viking appliances, granite and island.
• Balcony, secure parking and private storage unit. Full service building. Valet parking, 24-hour front desk, doorman, private fitness center, party room with kitchen.
  
• Located in the heart of Bethesda and one block to Metro.
  
• Offered for sale at $649,000

PRIVATE PLACEMENT - Georgetown Condo With Parking

• This Georgetown condo is in the perfect East Village location surrounded by gorgeous historic homes.
• It is a pet friendly building with low condo fees and a private patio.
• This one bedroom, one bath home has a large living area.
  
• A rare find in Georgetown, this condo has parking!
  
• Offered for sale at $499,000
  
  

FOR SALE - DC Design House

• Kitchen Spotlight! New kitchen for the DC Design House by Aidan Design designed to work for a large family that entertains often. Wood-Mode Slate painted cabinets which have a real warmth and richness, chandelier air-freighted from Italy, Mother of Pearl quartzite countertops, white river shell oval mosaic tile backsplash from Artistic Tile and top of the line appliances include a Wolf steam oven which you can cook rice, fish and vegetables without a drop of oil.
• A unique residence, ideal for a private individual or embassy, featuring seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms, five fireplaces, elevator and two gated entries.
• 108' flagstone terrace, 5-zone HVAC, grand room, music room and receiving room, four floors of living area and incredible entertainment flow.
  
• Offered for sale at $3,999,000

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UNDER CONTRACT - After First Open House

• Beautiful Penthouse with approximately 2,400 square feet of dramatic living spaces including a 20 foot soaring living room ceiling in prime Logan location.
• Open floor plan with generously-sized chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances.
  
• Two bedrooms two and a half baths and a fantastic den with a wet bar.
  
• Private roof deck with beautiful plantings, multiple levels and stunning water feature.
  
• Offered for sale at $1,395,000

UNDER CONTRACT - After First Open House

• Approximately 1,900 square feet of townhome living.
• Two bedrooms, two baths plus den.
• Large formal living and dining rooms.
  
• Fine wood flooring, high ceilings and two fireplaces.
  
• Eat-in kitchen attached to a family room leading to the terrace.
  
• One-car parking, low fees and convenient Logan location.
  
• Offered for sale at $1,149,000
  

UNDER CONTRACT - Glover Park

• Newly renovated, semi-detached townhouse with a garage that is within walking distance of downtown Glover Park.
• Beautifully landscaped lot with fenced-in gardens and a flagstone patio.
• Three bedrooms and two full baths, plus a finished lower level with large amounts of storage space.
  
• Granite and stainless steel kitchen that opens to a spacious dining room and den.
  
• Hardwood floors and crown molding throughout.
  
• Offered for sale at $769,000
  

SOLD - Above Asking in 3 Days
Third Highest Sale in McLean in Past Year

• Spectacular custom home beautifully sited on 1.15 acres in Langley Forest with over 10,000 square feet includes five large bedrooms, six full baths and two half baths.
• Main level includes grand reception hall, gracious living and dining rooms, library, sitting room, two powder rooms, large family room, gourmet kitchen and solarium all opening to gorgeous yard.
• High quality finishes and features throughout – soaring ceilings, light filled, open floor plan, coffered ceilings, custom moldings, wood floors, fireplaces, plentiful closet space, too much to list.
• Enormous master suite with sitting room, fireplace, French doors overlooking garden, his/her closets and true spa bathroom.
• Impressive resort style swimming pool on flat lot.
• Four car garage with customized storage features.
• Sold for $3,700,000

SOLD - Victorian in Georgetown

• Gorgeous renovated Victorian in the East Village of Georgetown with grand entertaining spaces, high ceilings and hardwood floors.
• Gourmet eat-in kitchen with top of the line appliances looking out onto the private garden and patio.
• Spacious master suite with dressing room, large bedrooms, a lower level in-law suite with full kitchen.
• Sold for $1,725,000
  

SOLD - Chevy Chase Listing Sold Above Asking With Multiple Offers

• This five bedroom, four full and two half-bath home sold above asking after the first open house.
• It has a wonderful addition in the rear of the home allowing for the highly desired family room and open floor plan.
• The home has several entertaining areas inside and wonderful outdoor spaces as well.
• Located in one of Montgomery County's most prestigious neighborhoods, this home is perfectly sited close to everything.
• Sold for $1,635,000
  

SOLD - Georgetown East Village

• This handsome 1830's Federal has been thoughtfully updated while presenting its period integrity.
• The house offers generous room sizes, fine architectural details and the conveniences of modern living.
• This three bedroom, two and one-half-bath home has a notable presence on P Street while allowing for a lovely private outdoor area in the back of the home.
• Sold for $1,475,000
  

SOLD - Custom Colonial on 2+Acres

• Designed by architect, Tom O'Reilly and built by John Koller.
• Beautiful, charming custom Colonial in private 2+acre setting with heated inground pool.
• Grand two-story foyer and two-story Great Room with stone fireplace and wall of windows!
• Gourmet kitchen with island, breakfast room with fireplace and open family/sitting room with walls of windows.
• Sprawling, finished walkout basement.
• Sold for $1,225,000

SOLD - Downtown Row House Ready for Renovation

• This three bedroom row house is conveniently located between Logan & U Street Neighborhoods
• A full lower level in-law suite is nicely sized
• High ceilings, beautiful moldings and light filled rooms abound
• Wonderful details such as the fireplace, original banister and pulley windows bring a sense of warmth and charm to this home
• Sold for $840,000

SOLD - After First Open House

• Desirably located historic West Village home with two bedrooms and a comfortable floor plan and large yard.
• Extensively renovated to include a new kitchen, updated bathroom, extra closets, ebony floors, high-end sisal carpet, freshly painted, new fencing and more.
• The gracious floor plan, wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, deep private garden, front and back terraces are among the benefits that allow one to enjoy comfortable everyday living in this special home.
  
• Sold for $699,000

SOLD - Renovation on Capitol Hill

• It's more about feel than features; how you first feel walking in the door.
• Grab-hold-of-your-soul restoration with bathrooms and bedrooms about way more than just cleaning up and going to bed.
• The pure simplicity of an authentic period piece augmented by state-of-the-art systems.
• Sold for $460,000

Wardman
Harry Wardman is responsible for developing huge swaths of Northwest DC, from row houses in Columbia Heights to luxury apartment buildings in Dupont Circle. Wardman has arguably made a bigger impact on DC’s residential real estate scene than any other developer. Starting out with modest row houses, Wardman’s buildings grew in scope and luxury as the years went on and many iconic apartments and hotels around the city are, with the help of a variety of architects, his creations.

Wardman’s career was accelerated because of the deep housing shortages after the Civil War and World War I. After arriving in Washington in 1893, he worked as a skilled carpenter specializing in staircases. By 1925 he had worked his way up to being one of the District’s most successful developers.

Wardman built several hundred row houses in Washington DC. He also built several large, multi-family buildings throughout the city, including The Dresden and The Northumberland. Wardman did not want to leave hotels out of his property portfolio; The Hay-Adams and The Marriott Wardman Park are among his designs.

Characteristics of a Wardman

• Many of Wardman’s homes have a covered front porch.
• His inlaid flooring with beautiful geometric patterns and noticeable, square nailing details are a trademark of his design.
• He crafted some of the most lovely staircases, to this day, in Washington DC.

Interesting Facts

• The Marriott Wardman Park has more than 1,316 rooms and is the largest hotel in DC.
• The Hay-Adams, The Jefferson and The St. Regis are all Wardman designs.
• The former Press Secretary for President Clinton, Joe Lockhart, is selling his Wardman home on Bancroft Place.

From December 6 through 9, Miami Beach, Florida, will host the 11th edition of Art Basel, the most prestigious art show in the Americas. More than 260 leading galleries from North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa will take part, showcasing works by more than 2,000 artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.

The exhibiting galleries are among the world's most respected art dealers, offering exceptional pieces by both renowned artists and cutting-edge newcomers. Special exhibition sections feature young galleries, performance art, public art projects and video art. Many of Washington DC’s top galleries and museums will be exhibiting. The show will be a vital source for art lovers, allowing them to both discover new developments in contemporary art and experience rare museum-caliber artworks.

Top-quality exhibitions in the museums of South Florida and special programs for art collectors and curators also help make the event a special time for encountering art. And every year, a greater number of art collectors, artists, dealers, curators, critics and art enthusiasts from around the world participate in Art Basel - the favorite winter meeting place for the international art world.

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