RARE Pick of the Week: 1405 12th Street NW -- Logan Circle, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

Where does one even start? On a personal note, my first condo purchase is just one block away so I have walked by this building over 100x and it always fascinated me from the outside and couldn’t wait to one day see the inside..

Once inside this Spring, I was beyond charmed. The current owners lovingly transformed this building into a home worthy of any design publication or Architectural Digest feature. The photos speak for themselves while the history is nothing to write off either.

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2BR | 2BA | 1,908 SF 

Listed at $1,575,000. Represented by Matt McHugh of Compass

NEW LISTING - RARE Pick of the Week: 801 O Street NW #207 -- Shaw, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

Most luxury buildings that I’ve seen in the DMV are predictably beautiful and have fabulous amenities, but are also in neighborhoods that don’t speak much to me.

Enter Perla, Shaw’s premier luxury building, half a block from one of my fave DC spots, Blagden Alley. But aside from the awesome location, this condo is also amaze with its huge terrace, floor-to-ceiling windows, and my fave, custom Scalamandre wallpaper in the bathroom.

For more details and the full listing, click on the link in our bio to read more. 

2BR | 2BA | 1,009 SF 

Listed at $780,000

Represented by yours truly, Alison Scimeca of The RARE dc

NEW LISTING - RARE Pick of the Week: 5207 Wyoming Rd -- Glen Echo Heights, MD

What makes this a RARE pick?

This is been one of my favorite listings to date. This home is nestled up on a hill, like most of the homes in Glen Echo Park, and tbh if I ever leave DC proper, this is a neighborhood that would be top of my list.

But the house itself is also fantastic. While not mid-century modern, it definitely has some MCM elements which of course I love. My clients also have impeccable taste so we were able to use their own furnishings to stage.

For more details and the full listing, click on the link in our bio to read more. 

4BR | 3.5BA | 3,500 SF 

Listed at $1,677,000

Represented by yours truly, Alison Scimeca of The RARE dc

RARE Pick of the Week: 1738 Glick Ct NW -- Shaw, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

I mean, even if you don’t think you could do a 500sf home, you have to admit that this one is really quite cool.

Because it’s brand new, it’s move-in ready, and guess what - no condo fees! It’s truly minimalism at its best here and if you’re into the hustle and bustle of the city, this location cannot be beat.

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1BR | 1.5BA | 500 SF 

Listed at $799,900. Represented by Deirdre Thao Vo of Pearson Smith Realty

RARE Pick of the Week: 3322 Elm Terrace -- Falls Church, VA

What makes this a RARE pick?

This mid-century modern stunner located in the Holmes Run Acres neighborhood in Falls Church, VA is so my vibe. The hand painted wall around the fireplace, the funky kitchen light fixtures, the vintage-inspired refrigerator… I mean, come on, this whole house is executed in such a cool and unique way

And with bedrooms on opposite sides of the house, there’s so much potential, including for an multigenerational home, which as we all know, is something I always keep an eye out for!

For more details and the full listing, click on the link in our bio to read more. 

3BR | 3BA | 2,236SF 

Listed at $980,000. Represented by Amy Sills Eggers of Coldwell Banker

RARE Pick of the Week: 1409 44th St NW -- Palisades, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

Is your dream is to live in an updated, stylish, modern house with abundant natural light, outdoor sitting areas, & green space, and ample parking? Do you also want that home to be under $2m and close to parts of the city with lots of restaurants, bars, shopping, etc?  Then this gorgeous home is 100% for you. 

Located at the very southern tip of Palisades, DC and overlooking Foundry Branch Park, this home had a top-to-bottom modern renovation in 2019. The main level was completely transformed by opening the entire floor, adding more space, introducing glass walls at the rear, and adding a powder room.  The upstairs primary suite feels like you’re in a treehouse, and the downstairs also walks out to the wide and deep terraced backyard that has direct access to the park.

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4BR | 3.5BA | 2,565 SF Listed at $1,995,000. Repped by Ron Mangus of TTR Sotheby’s.

RARE Pick of the Week: 5169 MacArthur Blvd NW -- Palisades, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

This is the personal home of the Listing Agent, and an Agent who I think has amazing personal style so the fact that this home is styled so well is no surprise to me.

She opened up a ton of the walls and the top floor is one large primary suite with the second bedroom or guest area in the lower level. For everyone? Maybe not. Would I buy it? Absolutely.

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2BR | 2BA | 1,530 SF Listed at $1,095,000. Repped by Mary Lynn White of Compass

RARE Pick of the Week: 27950 Tred Avon Dr -- Easton, MD

What makes this a RARE pick?

When talented architects make homes for themselves, you can almost guarantee that their homes will be truly spectacular, and this one is no exception. The listing agent’s MLS description is perfection, so I wont’t embellish, but will simply confirm that this house shines in person as much as it does in photographs. Truly an incredible one of a kind house.

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3BR | 2.5BA | 4,000 SF Listed at $3,995,000. Repped by Ronald B Mangas Jr of Sotheby’s

RARE Pick of the Week: 2533 N Ridgeview Rd -- Arlington, VA

What makes this a RARE pick?

I haven’t seen a MCM house in Arlington in a hot minute. Built in 1953, this house has been expertly updated to keep up with a 2023 lifestyle while maintaining the original awesomeness of this gorgeous design. There is SO MUCH GLASS in this house that I bet they keep gallons of windex on hand and wipe them incessantly… but totally worth it for a house this gorgeous.

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6BR | 5.5BA | 5,104 SF Listed at $3,395,000. Repped by Ronald B Mangas Jr of Sotheby’s

RARE Pick of the Week: 440 12th St NE, Unit 203 -- Capitol Hill, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

I was just saying that I’m tired of school condo conversion, and then saw this one hit the market…

There is so much that I love in this listing, but in short, it’s the NYC loft warehouse vibe that really revs my engine. The current owners have done a great job by enclosing the den (and making it into the 3rd BR) and by redoing the concrete floors to rid of the orange patina that the floors were given when originally delivered on the market in 2011.

3BR | 2BA | 1,275 SF Listed at $949,900. Repped by Jake Anderson of Compass

RARE Pick of the Week: 1 Derby Ln -- Capitol Hill, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

Alley houses in Capitol Hill are steeped in history. This particular freestanding alley carriage house started off as a stable in the late 1800s and was transformed into a single family home in the 1990s.

The most recent owners took great care in renovating this home again and made some really stellar interior design choices from the various wallpapers, light fixtures, and blue kitchen cabinets.

Check out the photos and the full listing linked below!

2BR | 2.5BA | 1,405 SF Listed at $1,150,000. Repped by

RARE Pick of the Week: 11 Edge of Woods Ln -- Hedgesville, WV

What makes this a RARE pick?

Travis Price Architects always makes innovative and sexy home designs, and this house located in a remote part of WV is no different.

Glass and copper elements throughout including a glass bridge that separates the Owner's bedroom with bath and the guest rooms and bath create a structurally appealing and fresh look for this West Virginia property. This teal-encrusted beauty (thanks to copper patina) won't last long.

It’s located just 1.5 hours outside of DC - a perfect mountain getaway or sick AirBnB!

Check out the photos and the full listing linked below!

3BR | 2.5BA | 3,024 SF Listed at $1,500,000. Repped by Gina M Wood of Kesecker Realty

RARE Pick of the Week: 7 Pomander Walk NW-- Georgetown

What makes this a RARE pick?

Formerly owned by Alexander Graham Bell, this small but mighty rowhouse a located in a private enclave of ten rowhomes in the heart of Georgetown is one you want to see while you can!

Sitting on the Historic Georgetown registry, the interior has been lovingly & meticulous renovated and has all the bells and whistles you can imagine.

Check out the photos and the full listing linked below!

1BR | 1BA | 576 SF Listed at $879,000. Repped by Leslie Shafer of Omnia Real Estate

RARE Pick of the Week: 1445 Madison St NW -- 16th Street Heights

What makes this a RARE pick?

This house does a really good job of keeping some of the 100 year old historic charm and adding in some modern, funky updates. The dining room, breakfast nook, kitchen, and bathrooms have all been redone, and there’s room to continue remodeling if one wants, but it is 100% move-in ready. The backyard and 2 car garage are just icing on the cake!

Check out the photos and the full listing linked below!

4BR | 3BA | 2HBA | 2,622 SF Listed at $1,390,000. Repped by Kim Holloway of Long & Foster

RARE Pick of the Week: 1413 Swann St NW -- 14th Street Corridor

What makes this a RARE pick?

This house isn’t for everyone, but I am always here for a carriage house in an alley, so…

This one definitely gives you a modern industrial city feel with the poured concrete floors, black accents throughout, exposed ductwork, and loft-like feel. It’s only 1,250sf, so if you’re looking for a ton of space, you’ll have to look elsewhere, but you’ll get a 1,250sf rooftop + garage parking space, so the tradeoff is def one to consider.

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2BR | 2BA | 1,250 SF | massive rooftop deck + garage parking $1,395,000 Repped by Nate Guggenheim of WFP

NEW LISTING - RARE Pick of the Week: 1314 Massachusetts Ave NW #701 -- Logan Circle, D

What makes this a RARE pick?

Well, it’s my new listing so OBV it’s a RARE pick!

Ok ok, but why: For starters, this top floor condo is one of the only units in the building with a large den that can be an office, guest space, workout room, or some combo of any of the above. To boot, this unit is an efficiently laid out corner unit located close to everything and listed under $500k. The end.

Definitely check out the photos and the full listing linked below!
1BR + den | 1BA | 793SF | $499,900

RARE Pick of the Week: 825 S Curley St -- Baltimore, MD

What makes this a RARE pick?

When an Instagram account for a house has almost 16,000 followers, do you really have to ask why this is a RARE pick? I think not.

Designed by a local artist and her husband, every detail has been curated during the almost 4 years of ownership. If you don’t like black, this probably isn’t the place for you, but the overwhelming reaction even from devotees of color is that this home has mastered the tasteful use of black.

Definitely check out the photos and the full listing linked below!
2BR | 2BA | 1,131SF

Repped by James Baldwin of Compass.

More articles on this home HERE

RARE Pick of the Week - FOR RENT 1405 12th Street NW, #1 -- Logan Cirlce

What makes this a RARE pick?

Another fabulous property owned by the former owners of Goodwood, this time a rental! It’s one of two units housed in a building rich in history, the Louise Hand Laundry building, a place where washing was done for high profile Washingtonians and the White House from 1909-1977.

It’s been covered in multiple publications, from Apartment Therapy to The Washington Post
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More details on the website for this 2BR | 2BA | 2,000SF | $5,500/month.

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2BR | 2BA | 2,000SF | $5,500/mo

Repped by Matt McHugh of Compass.

RARE Pick of the Week: 2800 University Terrace, NW -- Kent, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

I feature many mid-century modern homes on my site, but infrequently are they in DC proper and when they are. they rarely have such striking MCM details like this home does. The bathroom tile and the kitchen design stick out in a unique and wonderful way.

Where is Kent, you might ask? It’s close to Palisades in NW, not far from Canal Road and the Potomac.

Definitely check out the photos linked below!
4BR | 3.5BA | 3,344SF | $2,195,000

Repped by Chris Ritzert of Sotheby’s.

RARE Pick of the Week - For Rent: 2105 10th St NW -- U Street, DC

What makes this a RARE pick?

I mean, come on. This listing is incredible. Built in the 1890’s, this former church has some of the most unique features imaginable from the massive stained glass window to the choir loft to the expansive exposed brick to the many distinct arched windows throughout.

There are a total of kitchens, with a total of 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and 3 washer/dryers, so this can absolutely be split up into separate spaces. If you only want the top two floors, you can rent for $9k a month, too.

Definitely check out the photos linked below!
6BR | 6BA | 4,992SF | $12,000/month

Repped by Michael Marriott of Compass.