April Listings Bring May Closings

What's the question we get asked every day?

How's the real estate market?!

We always start by asking: where EXACTLY? Because truly every neighborhood is different micro-market! But generally...

The greater Washington D.C. area housing market is showing typical season trends, with more buyers and sellers coming into the market as the weather warms up. 

We saw an 18% increase Year over Year increase in BOTH new listings coming into the market, and 18% increase in Under Contract listings vs 2024 in the first week of April. Cuts to the federal workforce in the region could be having a marginal impact on listing activity and pricing, but seasonal fundamentals are the main driver. 

We are seeing more price drops than usual, and slightly lower list prices as some sellers are trying to price aggressively to move their inventory with expectations that the market could slow. Savvy buyers unaffected by DOGE are able to take advantage of falling mortgage rates and more inventory. 

With inventory shifting and buyers eager to find their perfect match, positioning yourself strategically can make all the difference. Give our Team a call to discuss your particular needs!

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

Real Estate in the News

Compass says its Data Shows Benefits of 'Pre-Marketing' Listings

Compass is providing an early look at research into the impact of "pre-marketing" listings through the brokerage's Private Exclusives and/or Coming Soon channels.

Courtesy of Real Estate News

Team News and Sponsorships

It's Gala Season!

JPM was proud to be top sponsors again of the 2025 Capitol Hill Village Gala Starry Starry Night on March 15! Our very own JPM team stars Phil, Alex and Annie enjoyed a night of mingling and conversation and supporting a great organization. CHV programs help sustain long healthy lives in the community, and make it possible for older adults at all income levels to benefit from their services.

Find out more HERE!

JPM was also proud to be a sponsor of the Hill Havurah Gala again this year held on April 5 at the Lillian & Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum. Sponsoring events like this helps keep Hill Havurah strong -- including supporting Rabbi Hannah Spiro (one of our many HH JPM clients!), expanding spiritual and educational programs, and enhancing Tikkun Olam projects serving those in need.

Find our more HERE!

Upcoming Events

Wait there's more! Our team is also happy to sponsor the following fun upcoming events!

5/5: Capitol Hill Community Foundation Achievement Awards

(Info HERE)

5/17: Brent Elementary Gala: Off to the Races

(Info HERE)

5/18: Cap Hill Classic Jeanne will be part of the Bike Brigade again. (Info HERE)

5/20: Everyone Home DC - Spring Social

(Info HERE)

Sundays at 4:30 PM

FREE American Roots Concert Series at Hill Center

JPM is proud to again sponsor this excellent Spring and Fall concert series at Hill Center. Grab a seat or a picnic blanket and join us on Sundays for some great live music right here on Capitol Hill.

May 4 - kick-a** female-fronted cajun band Prends Courage.  

May 18th - Bolivian Gypsy King and local band Duende Cameron.

June 1st - alluring and charming band I Draw Slow from Ireland.

More Info HERE!

may 10, 1-5PM EXPo

9-5 Academy

⚡️It's Electric!🕺🏽

DC Healthy Homes Fair

Catholic Univ - Pryzbyla Center

Bring the fam and join the JPM team at this hands-on, free fair to learn how to make your home healthier and more efficient through electrification! 50+ exhibitors, cooking demonstrations, an "appliance petting zoo,” plus a

BOUNCY CASTLE!!! 🏰

Phil Guire, JPM Partner and founding member of REALE (pronounced "really"), Real Estate Agents Leading on Electrification. REALE is a newly formed coalition of real estate professionals leading the effort to decarbonize our neighborhoods.

Info HERE!

may 10, 4-7 and May 11, 1-5

JPM Ticket Giveaway to the CHRS tour!

In honor of Mother's Day, in 3 sentences or less, tell us who your favorite TV mom is and why! We'll pick the winner of 2 tickets to the tour. Respond by May 1 to christine.oreilly@compass.com

Some information about the House tour -- The 68th annual Capitol Hill Restoration Society’s (CHRS) House & Garden Tour will be held on Saturday, May 10, 4-7 PM and Sunday, May 11 1-5 PM. The Tour will feature 13 beautiful homes and gardens, and three interesting semi-public buildings, within or just outside of the Capitol Hill Historic District.

More Info HERE!

Client Highlight: Peter Gwinn-Jackson

Financial Advisor at Oppenheimer

Peter bought a house with us in April 2020 (with everyone wearing gloves, masks, and keeping their distance, remember those days?), where he and his two rambunctious boys adore everything about living on Capitol Hill. A Financial Advisor at Oppenheimer, he and his business partner have over 40 years combined experience working with their clients to help them achieve their investment and retirement goals. If you would like to discuss how your home purchase fits into your larger wealth-building strategy, or if you have been impacted by the DOGE layoffs, or would like a review of your retirement plan to confirm you’re on track, feel free to contact Peter at 202-981-3872, or peter.gwynn-sackson@opco.com

Disclaimer: we're highlighting local small business owners who are clients, but this does not imply any endorsement of their goods or services by the JPM Team. If you'd like to be considered for a client highlight please email Christine at christine.oreilly@compass.com w/a pic and short blurb about yourself and your business.

Local Happenings

April 19th

National Park Free Entrance Day

Celebrate National Park Week with free entry to all national parks on April 19th!

APRIL 25-26

DC Chocolate Festival

Get your ticket to the 8th annual DC Chocolate Festival, hosted by the Embassy of France and featuring 30+ chocolatiers.

Lifestyle Tips and Tricks

15 Secrets to Selling Your Home Faster

Great photos, fresh curb appeal and the right asking price are just some of the ways you can close a deal quickly.

Courtesy of Real Estate News

25 Plants for Instant Curb Appeal in Front of Your House

The best plants for the front of your house, including flower bed ideas and shrubs.

Courtesy of HGTV

Sellers: What To Do When You Can't Find A Home Before Yours Sells

If you sold your house before you've found new digs, don't worry: You have options.

Courtesy of HGTV

How can Private Exclusives help our 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!

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

Bloomingdale - for sale

57 Bryant St NW, Unit 1

3 BD 3 BA PARKING! $719,900

Columbia Heights - for sale

1038 Lamont St NW, #1A

1 BD 1 BA Large front yard $372,500

Riverdale Park, MD - for sale in compass Coming Soon

6201 43rd St

4 BD 2 BA Screened porch $624,900

Capitol Hill - under contract

11 6th St SE

4 BD 3.5 BA $1,600,000

Capitol Hill - sold in Compass private exclusive

736 9th St SE

4 BD 2.5 BA $1,360,000

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