UrbanTurf's 2016 in Review
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UrbanTurf usually stays away from publishing rankings or lists…except at the end of the year when we look back at what DC’s residential real estate scene had to offer during the previous 12 months. So, over the last week we looked at not only the best but the most intriguing and peculiar things that came across our radar over the course of 2016.
Here UrbanTurf’s Year in Review posts for those that missed them. And to all our readers, happy holidays!
- The Best Listing of the Year (For the Mere Mortal)
- The 2016 Amenity That Signals a Car-Free Future: The Uber Waiting Room
- Best Welcome For a New DC Resident: Mike Pence’s Temporary Neighbors
- Most Controversial Redevelopment of the Year: SunTrust Plaza
- DC’s Best Imitation of Wrigleyville
- The Best Listing of the Year (For a Well-Paid Lobbyist)
- Most Reputable Win For DC Restaurants: The Michelin Guide
- Most Innovative Use of Building Square Footage: e-lofts
- Most 21st Century Technology To Watch Out For: Sidewalk Delivery Drones
- Best Zoning Change in 2016: Accessory Dwellings
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