Stoop Scoop

How's the Real Estate Market? 🏠

In spite of it all, the DC market is as resilient as our residents.

Inventory is loosening as Sellers list properties despite absorbing higher interest rate on their next purchase, so Buyers have more choices. Thru the summer: listings took longer to sell, prices had to be reasonable (not aspirational), and the condo market is still catching up. Lower rates could bring more competition in Q4 - we shall see!

Reach out for info on your micro-neighborhood. We’re happy to share what we’re experiencing out in the field every day - it’s what we do!

And check out the list of upcoming fun fall local events below. We are still a thriving community - let's support one another, our local philanthropies, schools, and businesses!

DC Strong!

~ jeanne phil meg alex annie and christine

Real Estate in the News

Online Home-Buying Search Terms Recently Hit 2-Year High

Believe it or not, there are clear signs buyer interest is heating up again...Courtesy of Keeping Current Matters

Downsizing or Moving Into Senior Living Community

Helping our clients transition is our specialty! Reach out and let us know how we can help. In the meantime, there are some great resources to help you along the way.

Check out a list of some of the "Best Independent Living Communities in Washington DC" HERE! 

For any kind of move, contact the M and K Team at Town & Country Movers, Inc. who make the entire process as smooth and worry-free as possible. From carefully packing your belongings to setting up and organizing your new home, their compassionate and experienced team is with you every step of the way. townandcountrymovers.com

JPM Team News & Sponsorships

Friday September 5, 5-7 PM

JPM Happy Hour at

Sonoma Wine Bar! 🥂

Join us 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!

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Friday September 12 5-11 PM

Barracks Row Art All Night - Japanese Pop Art

JPM proudly sponsors the Barracks Row Art All Night on September 12! Dive into Japanese Pop Art, celebrating traditional aesthetics and pop culture. Enjoy a Lantern Park, Samurai Sword show, Taiko drummers, and join our team at the K-Pop Dance Class. Support local businesses while experiencing a unique blend of art, identity, and community!

Learn more HERE!

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Sat & SUn Sept 13-14, 12-4 PM

Capitol Hill Art Walk

Walk to more than 70 locations on Capitol Hill to enjoy art and crafts made by 150+ local artists and crafts folks. The free two-day community-focused event is a celebration of creativity at its very best, home grown and spun. 

Learn more HERE!

Friday Sept 26, 6 PM

Free Special Olympics Soccer Game at Audi Field!

Come out to Audi Field on Friday, September 26 at 6 PM to support our local Special Olympics Unified Team as they face-off against Philadelphia Union's Unified team. It's free to attend so don't miss this exciting and inspiring match!

Tickets are FREE!

Saturday Sept 27, 7:30 PM

DC United Ticket Giveaway!

JPM Trivia is back! Answer this super easy question and have a chance for 2 club seats to the United vs. Philadelphia Union match, 9/27, 7:30 PM at Audi Field.

What is the name of DC United's mascot?

Reply to: christine.oreilly@compass.com

Sundays - Sept 14, oct 5, oct 19 - 4:30-6:30 pm

2025 American Roots Concert Series

Hill Center - 921 PA Ave SE

We love sponsoring this great FREE concert series at Hill Center. Bring a blanket and your peeps, grab something from the outdoor bars, and enjoy a nice autumn afternoon with great music.

Learn more HERE!

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Sept 27 10-12 PM

Capitol Hill Village - Get Your Move On!

JPM loves sponsoring Capitol Hill Village events! Join the next celebration at Eastern Market Metro Plaza on Saturday, September 27 from 10:00am to noon. They'll have music, vendors, and demonstrations of fun and healthy activities.

Learn more HERE!

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october 19, 12-5 PM

Save the Date! Renovator's House Tour

JPM is honored to sponsor the Capitol Hill Cluster School Renovator's House Tour. Initiated in 2001 by three Capitol Hill moms, the event showcases renovated homes to fundraise for the school. It has drawn over 4,500 attendees and raised more than $200,000 for educational initiatives, including classroom technology and arts programs.

Learn more HERE!

Saturday oct 25 3:30-6 PM

October 25th Kidical Mass - Halloween Ride

Join Jeanne and the Team as we support our friends and neighbors and Hill Family Bike for their Kidical Mass Halloween Ride. Grab a helmet and come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume for a ride around the spookiest blocks on the Hill with a rockin' afterparty.

Learn more HERE!

Saturday october 25

Sign up now for A Literary Feast!

Our Team and Capitol Hill Community Foundation Board Member Jeanne are proud to co-sponsor "A Literary Feast" fundraiser. Dozens of dinner parties will be held in homes across Capitol Hill, all on one evening and all for a great cause—funding the Foundation’s grants to our neighborhood schools and organizations.

Learn more HERE!

Gingerbread Party: Save the Date!

Dubbed "The Event of the Season" by guests young and old, our Annual Gingerbread party will be back at Red Bear Brewery this year on Sunday, Dec 7, 2025 from 1-4 pm. Mark your calendars now and keep an eye out for our email invitation!

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Local Happenings

sept 6th, 7th

ARTS FESTIVAL BETHESDA ROW

Explore the D.C. area's premier outdoor fine arts festival at the Bethesda Row Arts Festival. Discover incredible work from over 180 talented artists, including painting, sculpture, and jewelry on September 6 and 7, 2025.

Sept 14th 12-7pm

ADAMS MORGAN DAY

For 47 years, Adams Morgan Day has celebrated the spirit of Washington, D.C.'s Adams Morgan neighborhood. As the city's longest-running community festival, it brings music, art, and family-friendly activities to the streets.

kicks off sept 20th

COX FARMS

FALL FESTIVAL

Experience the ultimate fall adventure at Cox Farms Fall Festival! The D.C. area's most popular seasonal event offers family-friendly fun with giant slides, hayrides, and a unique corn maze. It's the perfect place to make lasting memories.

Lifestyle Tips and Tricks

Behr's 2026 Color of the Year...

Hidden Gem (N430-6A) is the not-so-hidden crown jewel of Behr's 2026 color trends palette

Courtesy of HGTV

Top 250 Places to Live in 2025-2026

The 2025-2026 Best Places to Live rankings are in..,

Courtesy of U.S. News

Featured Listings

Capitol Hill- For sale in COmpass Private Exclusive

1221 Duncan Pl NE

$875,000 | 3 BD & 2.5 BA

Contact Annie Richardson

Capitol Hill - sold

401 13th St NE, Unit 309

$409,000 | 1 BD & 1 BA | ~755 SF

Capitol Hill - sold

1610 H St SE

$1,035,000 | 3 BD & 3.5 BA | Parking!

Capitol Hill - sold

628 A St NE

$1,500,000 | 4 BD & 2.5 BA | Garage!

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!

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