(doorbell) DAVID: Welcome to house number three.

JOHN: This is a good looking Wardman.

DAVID: A Wardman, that's right.

And this house had the floor plan of about 30,000 other townhouses of this era, almost identical.

So for me, this is a lovely example of how a Wardman style townhouse can bring a community together because everyone can see each other... JOHN: Yeah.

DAVID: On their porches.

CHRISTINE: This is the best shot.

JOHN: It's... CHRISTINE: 'Cause you really do see right down all the porches.

JOHN: Super cool.

DAVID: This is great for getting to know your neighbors as they walk by, or even talking to them from one porch to another.

CHRISTINE: Exactly.

DAVID: We are on a pretty big incline.

When you have these hills here... JOHN: Yeah.

DAVID: It means that you have to have curvier roads, which I think makes it a little more interesting.

JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: It does.

It almost gives almost, kind of like a European feel.

JOHN: Yeah.

DAVID: This house was built in 1920, so it's already... CHRISTINE: Wow.

DAVID: Over 100 years old.

But it's standing tall, and it's a wonderful example of both an old style mixed with new amenities.

I think you're gonna love it.

JOHN: I think you're right.

DAVID: Okay.

You guys, take a look, make sure you come outside to see the rental unit downstairs.

JOHN: Oh, rental unit, that's handy.

CHRISTINE: Oh, rental unit.

DAVID: That's, that's right.

And when you're done, I'll be right out here.

CHRISTINE: Okay.

JOHN: Okay.

CHRISTINE: Sounds good.

JOHN: Okay, wow.

This is one wide entryway.

CHRISTINE: I know.

I think that's what grabs you the minute you walk in.

JOHN: Look at all the space in this good old Wardman.

CHRISTINE: Right.

So, already we're seeing some of the original elements.

JOHN: Yeah, classic details.

CHRISTINE: And I can see some new things here and there, already.

JOHN: Yes.

But first, let's start in the living room.

CHRISTINE: Right.

JOHN: All right, classic.

CHRISTINE: Well, let's talk about these entryways.

JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: Because in the '20s, they were much bigger.

JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: And look at how it just opens up this space and just, it adds drama almost.

JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: They're a little more on the simple side but still very elegant, and just all balances out.

JOHN: I think that's classic Wardman, really.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: And you've got a great fireplace.

We love fireplaces on an angle.

All right, into the center of the home, a center hall.

CHRISTINE: Oh.

JOHN: Oh, and now we're seeing a lot of great, old details.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: Like these ceilings and these beams.

CHRISTINE: Do you think those are original?

JOHN: And I've been in other Wardman homes, and so, they do have details just like that.

CHRISTINE: Well, speaking of original, this flooring is definitely original.

JOHN: And those floors have a lot of character.

CHRISTINE: They do.

JOHN: Okay, from classic into new.

CHRISTINE: To modern, yep.

JOHN: All righty.

CHRISTINE: Oh, okay, so you know what we've just done?

JOHN: What's that?

CHRISTINE: We've stepped out of the 1920s to the 2020s.

JOHN: Oh, we've arrived.

CHRISTINE: Okay.

JOHN: Okay, there's a lot to appreciate in this room.

CHRISTINE: Oh, wow.

Well, you know how I love having a window over the kitchen sink?

JOHN: Yes.

CHRISTINE: Well, see?

You've got the kitchen sink, you still have a window.

JOHN: You still do.

It's so nice to have a living room, family room right here, you know?

You could have the kids even be here while you're cooking.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: And then, you've got a cook's kitchen.

CHRISTINE: Cook's kitchen, um... JOHN: Doesn't ring a bell?

CHRISTINE: No.

JOHN: Well, a cook's kitchen would be a kitchen that has everything a cook would need.

CHRISTINE: Okay.

JOHN: And this kitchen does.

What I love about this giant island is that it's hiding some good stuff.

So, underneath you have your dishwasher.

But this is really deluxe.

CHRISTINE: Oh, an extra freezer.

JOHN: You have freezers, two of them.

CHRISTINE: Oh, that's nice 'cause you can, you never have enough freezer space.

JOHN: Now, you save more space by putting things under counters, like a wine fridge.

CHRISTINE: Okay, there's a room over there I need to check out.

JOHN: All righty, Tina, this is perfect.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: And right off the kitchen, the modern trend continues in this room.

CHRISTINE: This almost feels a little mid-century to me.

JOHN: It does.

I think the paint color especially.

CHRISTINE: Well, that and the skylights.

They renovated the space, and I think it's a perfect spot for the dining room.

I really do like the flow.

JOHN: Me too.

Okay, and the last part on this floor, we have a half bath.

And they carried that lime theme from the dining room.

CHRISTINE: Okay, let's get upstairs.

JOHN: Tina, this is so nice and open.

CHRISTINE: I know.

Can I just comment on that brick?

JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: The exposed brick just gives so much character.

JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: To a home.

And you know, all the bedrooms are on the side of the windows.

JOHN: Well, that's very smart, isn't it?

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

So, let's start with bedroom number one.

JOHN: Cute, little bedroom.

CHRISTINE: Right.

You could fit a full-size bed and dresser with no problem.

JOHN: And you have a closet.

CHRISTINE: All right, so I need to see what's behind this door.

'Cause I think I have an idea of what it is.

Oh, okay, it's your sleeping porch but it's enclosed to a four-season room.

JOHN: Ah, nice.

CHRISTINE: Okay.

JOHN: How about bedroom number two?

CHRISTINE: Right, and you were so right when you said they're taking advantage of all the windows on this side.

JOHN: And more light coming through that Transom from that porch.

CHRISTINE: Right.

JOHN: Love this room.

But you know, I think there's another old closet here, as well, which is nice for more space.

CHRISTINE: No!

JOHN: No!

CHRISTINE: It's the bathroom.

JOHN: It's the bathroom.

Voila.

CHRISTINE: Ah.

I really like what they've done in this bathroom.

JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: And I like the way they carried the blue on the ceiling.

JOHN: I like a deep, rich color on the ceiling.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: And then, are these original floors?

They sure look of the era.

CHRISTINE: But I don't think that they are.

JOHN: The grout is very clean.

That'll let you know they're not super old.

CHRISTINE: But I also like the wainscoting paneling.

JOHN: Yeah, they did a nice job.

And I do love how they renovated this bathroom but made it look original.

CHRISTINE: Kudos.

JOHN: Kudos to them.

CHRISTINE: Kudos to that design.

JOHN: Oh Tina, we've gotta open up this door 'cause this definitely is going to...

It's an unfinished attic.

There's 80% chance of ghosts up there.

CHRISTINE: I know.

I, I'm so staying right here.

JOHN: Okay, so... CHRISTINE: Just, just lock that baby back up.

JOHN: Okay.

CHRISTINE: Okay.

JOHN: There.

CHRISTINE: Thank you.

JOHN: Okay Tina, this is probably the primary.

CHRISTINE: I would say so.

The benefits of having a corner bedroom is you do see the neighborhood, you see the trees, just... JOHN: Yeah, you see the Tudor architecture... CHRISTINE: I know.

JOHN: Across the street.

That is what Adams Morgan is all about, right?

CHRISTINE: Right.

So, let's see our en suite.

JOHN: Ah.

CHRISTINE: Full bath.

Obviously this bathroom has been updated, renovated.

JOHN: Mm-hmm.

CHRISTINE: And they went with the honeycomb, which I think is in keeping with more of the period of the home.

JOHN: I love the sink, Tina.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: Yeah, it all looks of the era.

I love how they did it.

I wouldn't change a thing.

Well, this is a very nice primary suite.

CHRISTINE: Okay, but you know what I'm noticing now that we're leaving?

There's no closet.

JOHN: Oh, there is no closet.

Well, maybe you, uh, would get a wardrobe for that corner maybe?

CHRISTINE: Yeah, you'd have to.

JOHN: All right.

Ah... CHRISTINE: Ah.

JOHN: Okay.

Well, this would've been a bedroom but they've made it into a luxury closet.

You know what they say, lose a bedroom, gain a closet.

CHRISTINE: A nice closet, at that.

JOHN: You could always change it back to a bedroom if you needed to.

CHRISTINE: It's true.

JOHN: Next up... CHRISTINE: Rental.

JOHN: Rental, let's do it.

CHRISTINE: Okay, so let's... JOHN: You can really see how big the house is from the outside.

CHRISTINE: Oh, here's the entrance.

It's a cute, little entrance.

JOHN: Hey, this is great to have a... CHRISTINE: Oh my gosh.

JOHN: A rental property down here.

CHRISTINE: You're not kidding.

Okay.

Oh, this is a very generous size kitchen.

JOHN: Especially for a rental.

And a washer and dryer, to boot.

CHRISTINE: Oh boy, that's nice.

JOHN: Could use a little updating.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: If you just sweetened it up a little bit... CHRISTINE: Right.

JOHN: You're probably gonna get higher rent, right?

CHRISTINE: Right.

Okay, moving on.

And the living room area.

JOHN: Okay, good size area.

Nice light to the street.

And you have an air conditioner.

CHRISTINE: Oh, nice.

JOHN: In DC, that's a must.

Washer, dryer, A/C... CHRISTINE: See... JOHN: Sign me up.

CHRISTINE: Ooh.

JOHN: All right.

Tina, take a look at this.

Dining room.

CHRISTINE: It is fun having your own dining space.

JOHN: All right, I see there's a light in this one.

Here's let's see what's... Look at this bathroom.

All righty.

I love how this wall is angled.

The, the depth in here is something you don't expect.

It's like being on a boat.

CHRISTINE: You know, but there's plenty of counter space for... JOHN: Yeah.

CHRISTINE: Whatever you need.

That's kinda crazy cool.

JOHN: Cool detail.

CHRISTINE: So, I know if there's room for a full dining room, then there's got to be a bedroom.

JOHN: Yep.

CHRISTINE: Okay.

JOHN: And here it is.

CHRISTINE: And we have a step down.

JOHN: A step down, which allows for more head room in this room.

CHRISTINE: Boy, you're not kidding, it does make a difference, doesn't it?

JOHN: It does make a difference.

CHRISTINE: You have an income generating apartment to help with the mortgage.

JOHN: Okay, so when we're calculating the value of this one... CHRISTINE: I know, we're gonna have to really incorporate this whole thing.

JOHN: Well, the time is now, let's go.

CHRISTINE: Okay.

(laughter).

CHRISTINE: Hey, David.

DAVID: Well guys, what'd you think?

JOHN: Okay, now that is an awesome Wardman.

DAVID: Right?

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

Well, it just, you know, you walk in, you see the details from the 1920s, and then you walk into that kitchen.

JOHN: Mm-hmm.

CHRISTINE: That has a living room.

DAVID: Right.

CHRISTINE: And it's just like, wow.

JOHN: And then, that funky dining room.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: Which we both loved.

DAVID: Right?

JOHN: With the skylights.

DAVID: With skylights, right?

JOHN: Yes, please.

Yeah.

DAVID: Absolutely.

And how about that basement?

The rental unit's great 'cause it could pay half your mortgage.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm.

JOHN: Half, wow!

CHRISTINE: That's nice.

JOHN: Okay, sign me up.

And this is such a good location for a... DAVID: Absolutely.

JOHN: Short-term rental.

DAVID: Right.

CHRISTINE: Mm-hmm, and speaking of, uh, things to offer in this home, three parking spots.

DAVID: You could do a lot with that backyard.

You could keep it three parking spaces, which around here is worth gold.

JOHN: You could rent them out.

DAVID: You could rent them out.

Or you could perhaps change it up a little bit, make a little backyard or a garden.

For some of those families that I help, these prices are a little on the high side.

JOHN: Mm.

DAVID: Things like this can really help them afford it.

JOHN: Sure.

DAVID: The house has five bedrooms, three and a half baths, then we've got about 3450 square feet, built in 1920.

So, where do you think that puts the value?

CHRISTINE: Mm.

JOHN: I'm going to give you a guess of $1.8 million.

DAVID: $1.8 okay.

CHRISTINE: I'm gonna come in a little lower.

JOHN: Okay.

CHRISTINE: Okay, I'm just gonna, uh, $1.6.

DAVID: $1.6.

CHRISTINE: I can't... (laughter) JOHN: These faces are really messing me up.

CHRISTINE: I know.

JOHN: I don't know if we're right or... DAVID: The current list price is $1.55 million.

CHRISTINE: Oh.

JOHN: Wow.

DAVID: So pretty close.

CHRISTINE: Can't... DAVID: That's right.

CHRISTINE: Can't you just give it to me?

DAVID: Uh, sure.

Just take it.

CHRISTINE: Thanks.