OTM: A Splurge and a Steal

Want a spacious apartment in Adams Morgan? There are two ways to do it: splurge or save. If you want high quality and move in ready, expect a hefty price tag. For those of you who are more adventurous, a fixer-upper can save you a ton of cash in the long run. Below are two units with approximately 700 square feet of living space, hardwood floors and lots of natural light. The difference? Price point and quality.

Screen Shot 2013-12-11 at 9.55.13 AM Here is the splurge. This is a two bedroom, top floor, two level, corner unit with amazing views. The layout is extremely unique with the addition of the second floor. Up the stairs is a door leading to a smaller second bedroom. It is great that this top room is private but it’s a bit of a pain that the only bathroom is on the first floor. That being said, this apartment probably functions better as a one bedroom. The seller even suggests having the main bedroom upstairs and using the entire first level for living and entertaining. This Adams Morgan splurge is listed at $2795 a month.

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Here is the steal. This is a true one bedroom with hardwood floors and about 700 square feet of living space. Honestly, it looks like a bomb went off in this place but you have to look past the clutter. You won’t be able to find this amount of space in Adams Morgan at this price point. You will sacrifice a dishwasher and central air but some of your utilities are included. This steal is listed at $1300 a month, less than half of the price of the splurge.

 

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