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Most Popular Posts - Ever

Following are the most popular UrbanTurf articles ever, from most to least popular.

Parkfairfax: 132 Commerical-Free Acres

Parkfairfax: 132 Commerical-Free Acres

Amanda Abrams | August 11th 2011

Wandering around Parkfairfax in Alexandria, one might start thinking they’re on a college campus—or in a 1950s housing development. Sited on 132 g... read»

The DC Apartment Buildings that Provide a Peek into Nationals Park

The DC Apartment Buildings that Provide a Peek into Nationals Park

Nena Perry-Brown | April 2nd 2018

As opening day approaches, UrbanTurf takes another look at the projects that have already delivered or are still under construction that boast a vanta... read»

DC Debuts Tiny Homes in Deanwood

DC Debuts Tiny Homes in Deanwood

Nena Perry-Brown | September 25th 2018

The two homes were constructed as part of the mayor's Vacant to Vibrant initiative.... read»

The 4,500 Residential Units Headed to Union Market

The 4,500 Residential Units Headed to Union Market

Nena Perry-Brown | March 21st 2017

The designation of Florida Avenue Market as an historic district doesn't seem to have thrown a wrench into the wave of development sprouting up in the... read»

DC Rental Units, Part II: The Steps to Being a Landlord

DC Rental Units, Part II: The Steps to Being a Landlord

Michele Lerner | November 30th 2009

In order to legally rent out that vacant English basement in DC, you need to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy and a Basic Business License. After the... read»

The 5 DC-Area Zip Codes Where Home Prices Have Appreciated the Most in 2024

The 5 DC-Area Zip Codes Where Home Prices Have Appreciated the Most in 2024

UrbanTurf Staff | April 11th 2024

DC and Virginia lead the way in terms of where prices have risen the most this year.... read»

What Would DC Look Like With Tall Buildings?

What Would DC Look Like With Tall Buildings?

Shilpi Paul | July 24th 2013

On Wednesday morning, the National Capitol Planning Commission and the Office of Planning launched Phase 2 of the Height Master Plan study for Washing... read»

First-Timer Primer: Zoning and Your Planned Rowhouse Addition

First-Timer Primer: Zoning and Your Planned Rowhouse Addition

Lark Turner | September 6th 2022

Before deciding to build an addition to your rowhouse, find out whether you'll need to get a zoning exception or variance.... read»

Off the Beaten Turf: The Cuban Poster Gallery

Off the Beaten Turf: The Cuban Poster Gallery

Shilpi Paul | October 11th 2013

This week in Off the Beaten Turf, UrbanTurf visits a small shop tucked away in a Georgetown basement that aims to satisfy the desires of a very specif... read»

The 5 Tallest Buildings in the Works in the DC Area Will All Be in the Same Place

The 5 Tallest Buildings in the Works in the DC Area Will All Be in the Same Place

Nena Perry-Brown | November 9th 2021

A Tysons development has the area's five tallest buildings on the boards.... read»

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