Stoop Scoop

It's August. Anyone home?

Anyone in town to enjoy this weather? It's August in DC!  Parking spaces galore, reservations available (even at Rose’s)…and people are moving a little slower, chatting a little longer at the parks and Eastern Market.

It's lovely. 

And the D.C. real estate scene has been buzzing with activity. We've seen a nice bump in our forever tight home inventory, up by 22.7%, thanks in part to some folks moving on (by choice or not), from government and other gigs. Even with a few more homes to choose from, prices are holding steady with the average right around a cool $700,000. Buyers have more options and a bit more say in negotiations, making it an exciting time to dive into the market.

Of course, each DC metro neighborhood has its own flavor, and is its own real estate microcosm! Don't worry - we have our fingers on the pulse on them all and are happy to share what's up in your neck of the woods. Keep an eye out for more updates as fall unfolds - and be sure to save Sept 5 to join us for a JPM Happy Hour!

Enjoy the rest of the summer!

- jeanne, phil, meg, alex, annie, and christine

JPM Team News & Sponsorships

Saturday august 12 5-11 PM

Barracks Row Art All Night - Japanese Pop Art

JPM is excited to Sponsor the Barracks Row Art All Night event on August 12! Step into the bold, colorful world of Japanese Pop Art! Celebrating the dynamic fusion of traditional Japanese aesthetics with contemporary pop culture influences, the theme is a nod to our rich selection of Asian and Japanese restaurants on Barracks Row. On tap are a Lantern Park, a Samurai Sword show, Japanese Taiko drummers, and you just might catch some of our teammates at the K-Pop Dance Class!

Support our local businesses while exploring how art, identity, imagination & community collide in a truly unique visual experience!

More info HERE!

JPM Happy Hour🍹

Sept 5!

Mark you calendar for the return of the JPM First Friday Happy Hour. We can't wait to catch up and chat about what you've been up to, and what's been happening in real estate. Mostly we are excited to share some food and drinks with you! Location TBD. Keep an eye out for more info.

We ❤️ SubUrban Staging!

Shout out to one of our favorite stagers, Michelle DeLucia, recently featured in the WaPo. Virtual Tours are the first time a Buyer "steps into" your listing, and great stagers make sure their listings make the cut for Buyers to visit IRL...and fall in love, and write an offer, and buy a home and live happily ever after! Check out the article HERE and more about SubUrban Staging HERE!

Photo by Valerie Plesch/For The Washington Post

Good Neighbor Nook

Amongst the tumultuous comings and goings of Hill restaurants and bars over the years, Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar has steadfastly served sophisticated wine and charcuterie since 2005! And.... it's a great place to cool off when its HOT HOT HOT. Support your local businesses! More about Sonoma HERE!

DC Council Approves Improved Commanders Stadium Deal

The DC Council has approved a transformative redevelopment plan for the RFK campus, including a new stadium for the Washington Commanders. After significant changes, the deal now features a focus on public transit with plans for a future Metro station and a $20 million transit fund. Environmental commitments include LEED Platinum standards and protections for the Anacostia River. The agreement enhances affordable housing commitments and promises over 14,000 jobs, secured through labor agreements.

The Fields at RFK will remain open, safeguarding community spaces during construction.

Ward 6 will benefit from prioritized local business involvement and community fund oversight.

The final vote is set for September 17, aiming to unlock the full potential of the 180-acre site with new homes, businesses, and improved community infrastructure.

More Info Here in Charles Allen's July Newsletter.

Local Happenings

Fridays in august

5-7 PM

Dog Days of August at Eastern Market

Dog Days of August is a live jazz series every Friday evening in August! Join your neighbors and enjoy a relaxed summer vibe including noshes from local restaurants, or bring your own!

More Info Here!

thursdays until august 28th

Sunset Cinema at

The Wharf

Enjoy free outdoor movies at

The Wharf's Sunset Cinema this August! Each Thursday evening, the Transit Pier becomes a picturesque open-air theater, showcasing an exciting selection of films for everyone to enjoy!

More Info Here!

august 27-31

DC Jazz Festival

Get ready to groove! The highly anticipated DC JazzFest is back this August, transforming the nation's capital into a vibrant hub of smooth sounds and electrifying performances.

More Info Here!

Lifestyle Tips and Tricks

6 Home Exterior Mistakes That Designers Want You to Quit Making

Learn simple ways to enhance your home’s exterior and boost its curb appeal by avoiding common design pitfalls.

Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens

4 Home Maintenance Tasks to Do Yourself, and 4 to Outsource

Deciding whether to handle home maintenance yourself or hire a pro? Here are practical tips to help you choose the best approach for different projects.

Courtesy of Real Estate US News

Real Estate in the News

The Advice First-Time Homebuyers Need To Hear

For first-time buyers in 2025, being financially prepared and informed is key. Make sure your mortgage payments fit comfortably in your budget, stay aware of market trends and rates, and work with trusted real estate professionals to guide you. These steps will help you confidently navigate the market and find your new home.

Courtesy of Keeping Current Matters

Should You Buy A Vacation Home?

This summer, consider owning a vacation home—a personal retreat you can enjoy anytime, generate rental income from, and turn into a future retirement haven. We have partners across the country and around the world! We've helped clients buy 2nd homes in places like The Eastern Shore, Cape May NJ, South Carolina, Colorado and many more!

Connect with with the JPM Team to make your dream a reality!

More HERE Courtesy of Keeping Current Matters

How can COMPASS Private Exclusives help our Buyers & Sellers?

We often work with Sellers who would like to sell, but perhaps they have reasons they'd like to keep their listing more private, or they have 2 kids and a dog and their house is not quite ready for "prime time." Presenting a limited listing in PX to vetted COMPASS Buyers who recognize that they are getting an early bite the apple can be a great way to make a buy/sell match. It can be an alternative, or a stepping stone to a public listing, and a way to collect info and feedback while getting the house ready to list publicly. Negative insights like Days on Market and price drops are not shown in PX like they are in Bright MLS, so no harm no foul if Sellers edit listings along the way.

For Buyers, there is an exciting amount of inventory coming on the market in upcoming weeks and months! We might know of a home that Sellers choose to market privately, or are open to showing early to our vetted COMPASS Buyers. This is an advantage which only signed COMPASS Buyer clients have access to. We are happy to discuss this opportunity with you and your friends and family!

Find out more HERE!

Also... Did you know that Zillow no longer displays all public listings? That means real home listings — one that could be the perfect fit — might be missing from your Zillow search results entirely.

When you work with Jeanne Phil Meg Team you’ll see the full market, including listings Zillow and Bright MLS won’t show. With over 1 million homes currently for sale across the country and the market always shifting, now is the best time to expand your search, not limit it.

Collections

Collections is a tool we use to share a curated, visually-pleasing group of listings with our clients. Every month we set up new public listings as a collection so we keep our clients up to date on any new listings that have popped up. Check them out below and EMAIL us to discuss how we can help you find the home of your dreams!

Featured Listings

Capitol Hill- For sale in COmpass Private Exclusive

1221 Duncan Pl NE

$875,000 | 3 BD & 2.5 BA

Capitol Hill- SOLD

1426 C Street SE

3 BD 2 BA 1830 SF $1,186,869

Eckington - SOLD

308 U Street NE, Unit 1

2 BD 3 BA 1020 SF $524,000

The Jeanne Phil Meg Team at Compass

jeannephilmeg@compass.com

jeanne harrison: (202) 841-7717

phil guire: (202) 255-8401

meg shapiro: (202) 329-4068

alex schindlbeck: (202) 699-0141

annie richardson: (202) 740-5084

christine o'reilly, team manager

o: (202) 545-6900