Where We Live

Apartment hunter: From college student to renter

Apartment hunter: From college student to renter

Jon Fox, a recent American University graduate, tries to find a place to rent in Washington.

Signs of life in D.C.-area homebuilding

Signs of life in D.C.-area homebuilding

The increase in building activity is good for economic stability, as well as for those seeking housing.

My renovation saga: Neatness competes with clutter

My renovation saga: Neatness competes with clutter

The ideal compromise is to give a victory to the inner tidy person, but allow for disorder in a few corners of the house.

Editor’s column: House of future takes green to extreme

Editor’s column: House of future takes green to extreme

House in Waldorf demonstrates eco-friendly and money-saving features to buyers.

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Neighborhood Profiles

North Hills: Where distinct is normal

North Hills: Where distinct is normal

Varied Mediterranean-style homes nestled on a steep incline reflect individuality of Silver Spring enclave.

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Recent Real Estate News

What you can buy for $350,000

What you can buy for $350,000

Here’s a sampling of properties for sale in the Washington metro area priced around $350,000.

The greening of a model home

The greening of a model home

Today’s recession-era “dream house” is designed to save big bucks on energy and water consumption.

Agents use ‘pinball’ houses as foils

Agents use ‘pinball’ houses as foils

KEN HARNEY | Real estate agents use overpriced houses to steer buyers to similar homes with lower asking prices.

Home buyers: Negotiate, negotiate

Home buyers: Negotiate, negotiate

HOUSING COUNSEL | You have the right to bargain on all aspects of your real estate purchase.

House in McLean's Reserve neighborhood for sale. 7686 Ballestrade Court. **REAL ESTATE**

McLean custom home for $3.99 million

House of the week | The 10,500-sq. ft. home has five bedrooms and limestone floors.

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Popular Neighborhoods

Wildwood

The weekly Outdoor Bazaar in Bethesda.

In Bethesda, MD. Wildwood provides a weekly outdoor bazaar.

Georgetown

A view of Georgetown from Francis Scott Key Bridge.

In Washington, DC. A view of Georgetown from Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Del Ray

Shops and cafes along Mt. Vernon Ave. The Main St. of Delray.

In Alexandria, VA. Shops and cafes along Mount Vernon Avenue, the main street of Delray.

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Tools and Calculators

  • Should I Rent or Buy a Home?

    With interest rates near 40-year lows, the decision to rent versus buy becomes difficult. Use this calculator to help determine which makes sense for you at this time.

  • Mortgage Calculator

    The loan amount, the interest rate and the term of the mortgage can have a dramatic effect on the total amount you will eventually pay for the property.

  • Compare Mortgage Terms

    Different mortgage terms and rates can make the loan selection process confusing, especially if you don't plan on keeping the loan for the full term.

DC Mortgage Guide

Find DC-area mortgage rates, contact lenders and find buying and selling information from our partner, InfoTrak.

Interactive Map: Housing sale trends in DC area

Explore real estate trends from the last 10 years of property sales in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.