That house has great bones. I am listening to you walk on them, no squeaking from the floors. Thats a plus. That home needs, minimally, 2 full baths and a powder room. The third level is very nice. It has nice features, pocket doors , fireplaces, long backyard ( potential garage space with deck). The basement is worth digging out. That price can be negotiated down ( 825k) . Great find Jonathan. 🎉🎉
So much character! Those doors are solid! I would definitely want to save them. I hope it doesn’t end up getting fully stripped of character. I like how you teach in these videos.
I love this home. The entry is stunning and I would keep the pocket doors and arches. It would be updated but I would keep as much of the original details as possible. It would be my forever home ❤
I love the potential curb appeal...love the style and that its brick....great bones- love the doors, especially pocket doors- keep all of them and move them around the house or sell them- quality, great tile on fireplace, such potential..... and definitely worth considering in my humble opinion.❤
I grew up in a 100 year old renovated house that had 3 floors. But it was wider versus narrow like this row house and it was a stand alone house. I love all of the old details. I would say go for it. But the concern is the house next door, is that vacant too? I think the asking price is too high. 600k-700k seems more reasonable. Congrats on 8,000 subs!
Beautiful home and it's in a decent neighborhood. $900k+ is a bit much for the amount of work needed. I THIIIINK that DC might have some grant programs that would help get this house renovated. I'm thinking $300k for sure.
$600k cash and maybe someone who’s brave enough to renovate. Hopefully with a great architect and someone to style the home and minting some original charm; they’re in for another $500k
I am one to preserve. If I had the money, I would do it. It has good bones. The ceiling could be coming down due to old sheetrock. It happens. I didn't hear you mention any sagging with the floors. The prices of these new homes hitting 2 million with subpar materials, you can negotiate (or not) that asking price and still profit. Even doing the electrical and plumbing. My plans would be similar to what you've mentioned. The first level for living and entertaining. Definitely, open up the entire space. Under the stairs, would be a restroom. On the second level. I would take the middle room of the 3 and convert into a bathroom. I would reposition the closets next to that bathroom. I would make the 3 level one suite with bathroom. The basement. I would finish 1 half. Whether game area or additional room/bath for residual income. The other half, I would finish just for storage.
This home has too many issues that will be costly to renovate in order to bring it up to code standards. Then if I was thinking about purchasing this home, no matter how much I put into this home to make it look amazing, it wouldn't give me the income that I want because of the other homes conditions that are next door to me or across the way from my dwelling which can cause me to lose money instead of making money for my invested property and it wouldn't be worth it.
I love houses like this with character. The pocket doors must stay. I don't necessarily need an open plan concept but would combine the kitchen and dining room. I'll go all out and dig out the basement as well. My only concern is the staircase are too narrow. I'll need an architect to redesign wider staircase and maintain the character. Last but not least the price has to be lower because I see at least $300,000 needed for renovation. Also I agree with you about adding bathrooms and a half bath.
Considering the size plus the backyard you could probably extend the house further back enclose the decks and make it apart of the living area and maybe add an elevator to go between all 4 floors.
I would keep the kitchen sink. And kitchen stove. But replace the other cabinets. I think the floors just need to be cleaned not necessarily refinished. I would replaster the walls. I would replace both front and back doors. Also I would take out the second door at the front entrance. And maybe close off the door way next to the stairs. I would keep the stained glass windows.
Jonathan I’m so happy for you, you do an amazing job showing the homes . Keep doing what you’re doing, you give such great insight. 8000 and counting 🥰
Salvage nothing as a matter of fact don't walk and run. The cracks in the wall are an indication and as you came through the front door the wood separated and you can see in there., what are the walls made of the house is so old that could possibly be asbestos, didn't have to get that checked out which is another cost. RUN, RUN, RUN FOREST RUN!
I would purchase the home and complete a full renovation. Starting with the third floor, make it a full primary suite. On the second floor, create three bedrooms with one room having a mini ensuite. On the first floor, create an open floor plan but maintain as much of the original character as possible. Add a Powder Room. In the basement, dig out at least 3 ft incomplete a full remodel.
I see the house is contingent. I would love for who ever bought it to document the renovation process. $975 is alot and I would need to pay much less considering what would need to be done to the home to bring it up to code and up to date. I hate to say it but I would gut it and create a more functional floor plan. Especially on the upper levels those hallways were narrow.
If I could afford it, I would leave most of the character--just update the electrical, plumbing, refinish the floors and fix the walls, ceilings and the roof. I would only get rid of those upper cabinets and the stove in the kitchen. I LOVE that antique kitchen sink! And I love the stained-glass windows!
Looks like it sold for $900,000. The crazy thing is that homes that are comparable are selling for that price and much nicer homes selling up to $1.5 million (with more bathrooms, completely new floor plan, and finished basement etc.). Unless it’s going to be a forever home, it’s a very risky investment. The foundation, lack of bathrooms, possible plumbing issues and an unfinished basement might be a huge problem. Hopefully the buyer did their homework and they have great resources.
I would not invest that kind of money in a house when the house next to it looks just as bad. If you plan on flipping the house, I look at the houses and the yards on both sides as a potential buyer, if they are not well kept, it's a pass. Too many people like me, that investment might sit a long time. I have sticker shock, houses just like that, in my city can be purchased for $8,000-$20,000.
In nw....😬...is that neighborhood slated 4 gentrification...if so u might actually get a goldmine....complete gut job...COMPLETE!!!electrical, plumbing, foundation, roof...but if neighborhood becomes foggy bottom in about 10 yrs...that could become a 10 million property 🤷🏿♂️
Ha! You heard me? You went slower with the camera minimal spin around and I’m good thank you!!! Having worked for historical preservationist and remodel or of older homes with dangerous materials. Unless when updated or any work done lead and asbestos has been removed properly, you’ll have lingering issues, so I’d double check that, otherwise, big money for removal. That home will wind up being bare bones just the skeleton and frame and the remodel is really a rebuild. I know! We specialized in those. $250 or $300? Pppffft if new roof, any shoring up or dig out of basement PLUS adding bathrooms lookin at $500 minimum. Asking price is way too high so negotiable perhaps. Noticing all the homes there are pretty much same so are THEY redone? Or future is it coming back with access to community needs? These are factors for the redo and selling it. Do I want to live with almost no neighbors? No. Seemingly if one doesn’t care and has a vision of increase in value and long patience you can win. Those homes will be million dollar homes in time. How much you want to spend lol. I’d SAVE the stained glass because they’re beautiful and look to be in decent shape. Yes, if not used in the build put em on walls as decor! Everyone loves stained glass. Thank you🙏🏻😎
Great video! It wouldn't be a terrible buy at $800,000, but the potential basement work does scare me a little. That's at least a $250k-$300k renovation job.
in dc for that price i say buy! these houses are well built and have good wood. often times most of the work is cosmetic and systems. I honestly wouldnt to afraid of this one the floors look very unlevel so that be the only thing that might raise the reno price for me. i WOULD level the joist and put new flooring or possibly take out the old and put it back. Of course you dont have to but maybe just in bathroom and kitchen area. putting all new bathrooms and kitchens u want a level as possible start.
Structure damage at the entrance and throughout? Beautiful entry door and I’m surprised too that the pocket doors move😃 they’re really nice. If you have really deep pockets, purchase. Call me weird but I like the old sink and stove. If you remodel the basement, Average height people, such as myself 😂can walk through without any problems😂😂 I like the stained glass windows😕and transom windows. I would close off the walk-through access from the large bedroom #3 to bedroom #2 and enlarge the closet. Instead of a bedroom on the third floor, I would see if it’s worth turning into a bathroom and make that area the master suite. Thank you for sharing another.. find👍🏾
The home could be great again. BUT with having to do a full gut, the asking price is a bit much. Because while planning for what you see you also have to a standby plan for the unexpected unseen things that will pop up. $700K - $775K could be more reasonable.
I grew up in a 100 year old renovated house that had 3 floors. But it was wider versus narrow like this row house and it was a stand alone house. I love all of the old details. I would say go for it. But the concern is the house next door, is that vacant too?
Looks like it sold for $900,000. The crazy thing is that homes that are comparable are selling for that price and foe sale up to $1.5 million. It’s a very risky investment. The foundation, lack of bathrooms, possible plumbing and an unfinished basement may be even more expensive.
You need 2 more bathrooms: you could use the “bedroom” on the third floor that has the covered window to create a bathroom. Those are pretty rooms. It needs heat pumps and other efficiencies. Insulation. It’s gonna cost $500k to fix this up. However, NW DC is a valuable area. You’d need to do the back yard. Perhaps make a bricked area back there, so you could drive in a car. Total re-do of the plumbing, ‘cos it prolly has lead pipes. The corridors are too narrow, and the stairs...they're ugly for this house and very steep. Beautiful house, though.
Other than gutting the kitchen leave all the other special things alone. Leave the basement alone. If you flip it let the new owner do the basement if they want extra basement space. Most people don't want to "live" in the basement.
I think the price is too high for the amount of work that needs to be done to bring it up to code and that's without digging out the basement (I wouldn't make that into a rentable space - not worth the investment). I see lots of potential and I hope whoever buys it is able to renovate while respecting the bones of the home so some of the charm remains.
A lot to consider, possibly too many code violations in current condition. Would not make an offer without an opinion of an expert architect (your money spent up front unless you have a licensed friend to give you an opinion). Jonathan I think your estimates to bring this structure up to code might be low! Starting with the roof and working inside. I would hold off for an English Basement for now as long as the foundation/structure is strong. On a serious note, home electrical standards for modern appliances has changed since the early 1940's. Electrical and plumbing needs to all be upgraded based on a architect/planner blueprint for permits. I grew up in the DMV in the early 1940's and many of the homes had limited electrical power & outlets. Can you imagine the old days of the ice man coming weekly to supply the ice for the icebox. What did the previous owners do to upgrade the electricals. Curious as to what was permitted.
Yikes....that's pricey for all the work that's needed now if I had the money and wanted the challenge yes....but know you're not gonna make what you put in. Soooo this would be a no....maybe $550k and that's still pushing it.
There is no “cleaning” the walls. All that old plaster and lead-based paint must go. This is a FULL GUT down to the studs. You’re talking new everything from the roof to the basement - at least 3.5 additional bathrooms total replumbing w/ductwork for HVAC, rewiring. I don’t see how you can do a reno in DC on this for less than $350k and that estimate is probably on the low end. Ppl never believe me when I tell them that in NW DC all you can get for $500k is a shell if you can get that. 975k for a gut-job requires a strong stomach and deep pockets because things always go wrong.
I can't believe that he's cavalierly talking about ripping ou ORIGINAL leaded glass windows, pocket doors and a beautiful old kitchen sink. He's insane to contemplate eradicating over 100 years of history for a fleeting fad. This is the problem with flippers and developers.
No, don’t buy it. Right away you’re talking about taking down walls, taking away charm. Leave that house alone, Jonathan. You don’t have the right ❤ heart for it. Go buy something more contemporary.
If I bought to renovate that place, I would bring the 1st floor back to the original glory and not knock on those walls. 1st have someone check that foundation in the front. That area looks sketchy
That house has great bones. I am listening to you walk on them, no squeaking from the floors. Thats a plus. That home needs, minimally, 2 full baths and a powder room. The third level is very nice. It has nice features, pocket doors , fireplaces, long backyard ( potential garage space with deck). The basement is worth digging out.
That price can be negotiated down ( 825k) . Great find Jonathan. 🎉🎉
I Love this HOME, I see TONS of potential!
900K+ is way too much. Everything has to be gutted. And the fireplace is a keeper. 😊
So much character! Those doors are solid! I would definitely want to save them. I hope it doesn’t end up getting fully stripped of character. I like how you teach in these videos.
I love this home. The entry is stunning and I would keep the pocket doors and arches. It would be updated but I would keep as much of the original details as possible. It would be my forever home ❤
I love the potential curb appeal...love the style and that its brick....great bones- love the doors, especially pocket doors- keep all of them and move them around the house or sell them- quality, great tile on fireplace, such potential..... and definitely worth considering in my humble opinion.❤
I grew up in a 100 year old renovated house that had 3 floors. But it was wider versus narrow like this row house and it was a stand alone house. I love all of the old details.
I would say go for it. But the concern is the house next door, is that vacant too? I think the asking price is too high. 600k-700k seems more reasonable.
Congrats on 8,000 subs!
You can tell this house was gorgeous back in the day! I love all the original features...too bad many are lost in renovations!
Level 6. I like nothing on an old house.
Beautiful home and it's in a decent neighborhood. $900k+ is a bit much for the amount of work needed. I THIIIINK that DC might have some grant programs that would help get this house renovated. I'm thinking $300k for sure.
$600k cash and maybe someone who’s brave enough to renovate. Hopefully with a great architect and someone to style the home and minting some original charm; they’re in for another $500k
I am one to preserve.
If I had the money, I would do it. It has good bones. The ceiling could be coming down due to old sheetrock. It happens. I didn't hear you mention any sagging with the floors. The prices of these new homes hitting 2 million with subpar materials, you can negotiate (or not) that asking price and still profit. Even doing the electrical and plumbing.
My plans would be similar to what you've mentioned.
The first level for living and entertaining. Definitely, open up the entire space. Under the stairs, would be a restroom.
On the second level. I would take the middle room of the 3 and convert into a bathroom. I would reposition the closets next to that bathroom.
I would make the 3 level one suite with bathroom.
The basement. I would finish 1 half. Whether game area or additional room/bath for residual income. The other half, I would finish just for storage.
Wow, this viewing struck nostalgia. I grew up in a house just like that!
This home has too many issues that will be costly to renovate in order to bring it up to code standards. Then if I was thinking about purchasing this home, no matter how much I put into this home to make it look amazing, it wouldn't give me the income that I want because of the other homes conditions that are next door to me or across the way from my dwelling which can cause me to lose money instead of making money for my invested property and it wouldn't be worth it.
I love houses like this with character. The pocket doors must stay. I don't necessarily need an open plan concept but would combine the kitchen and dining room. I'll go all out and dig out the basement as well. My only concern is the staircase are too narrow. I'll need an architect to redesign wider staircase and maintain the character. Last but not least the price has to be lower because I see at least $300,000 needed for renovation. Also I agree with you about adding bathrooms and a half bath.
When you open the front door the first thing came to mind was Asbestosis
If I lived in America.. I would buy this house.
Considering the size plus the backyard you could probably extend the house further back enclose the decks and make it apart of the living area and maybe add an elevator to go between all 4 floors.
I would keep the kitchen sink. And kitchen stove. But replace the other cabinets. I think the floors just need to be cleaned not necessarily refinished. I would replaster the walls. I would replace both front and back doors. Also I would take out the second door at the front entrance. And maybe close off the door way next to the stairs. I would keep the stained glass windows.
Jonathan I’m so happy for you, you do an amazing job showing the homes . Keep doing what you’re doing, you give such great insight. 8000 and counting 🥰
Salvage nothing as a matter of fact don't walk and run. The cracks in the wall are an indication and as you came through the front door the wood separated and you can see in there., what are the walls made of the house is so old that could possibly be asbestos, didn't have to get that checked out which is another cost. RUN, RUN, RUN FOREST RUN!
I would run far away
Way too much to do at that price especially with the roof needing repair.
I would purchase the home and complete a full renovation. Starting with the third floor, make it a full primary suite. On the second floor, create three bedrooms with one room having a mini ensuite. On the first floor, create an open floor plan but maintain as much of the original character as possible. Add a Powder Room. In the basement, dig out at least 3 ft incomplete a full remodel.
Is the neighborhood safe ?
HUGE RENOVATION PROJECT! A HARD NO! I COULDN'T IMAGIN THE PLUMBING IN THAT PLACE, YUCK!
I see the house is contingent. I would love for who ever bought it to document the renovation process. $975 is alot and I would need to pay much less considering what would need to be done to the home to bring it up to code and up to date. I hate to say it but I would gut it and create a more functional floor plan. Especially on the upper levels those hallways were narrow.
Just do it!! Investment on ur return rental or sell it after long-term rental.
Too much work just in the entrance. Wow,the house looks like it has been sitting for awhile.
If I could afford it, I would leave most of the character--just update the electrical, plumbing, refinish the floors and fix the walls, ceilings and the roof. I would only get rid of those upper cabinets and the stove in the kitchen. I LOVE that antique kitchen sink! And I love the stained-glass windows!
Looks like it sold for $900,000. The crazy thing is that homes that are comparable are selling for that price and much nicer homes selling up to $1.5 million (with more bathrooms, completely new floor plan, and finished basement etc.). Unless it’s going to be a forever home, it’s a very risky investment. The foundation, lack of bathrooms, possible plumbing issues and an unfinished basement might be a huge problem. Hopefully the buyer did their homework and they have great resources.
I don't know about this one. You'll have to invest a lot of money in the renovation, but it has potential.
I would not invest that kind of money in a house when the house next to it looks just as bad. If you plan on flipping the house, I look at the houses and the yards on both sides as a potential buyer, if they are not well kept, it's a pass. Too many people like me, that investment might sit a long time.
I have sticker shock, houses just like that, in my city can be purchased for $8,000-$20,000.
Let's be honest...this is a level "10". Run away, QUICKLY!!!
In nw....😬...is that neighborhood slated 4 gentrification...if so u might actually get a goldmine....complete gut job...COMPLETE!!!electrical, plumbing, foundation, roof...but if neighborhood becomes foggy bottom in about 10 yrs...that could become a 10 million property 🤷🏿♂️
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!😮😮😮😮😮😮
No way Jonathan! 900k plus! The house looks like it needs to be torn down. You will need 500k plus to turn it into today's modern house.
This house should be 1 dollar 😂😂....especially since it's gonna take about 1/2 to 3/4 of a million to fix it up properly 😑
Too much work needed 😮😮
Ha! You heard me? You went slower with the camera minimal spin around and I’m good thank you!!! Having worked for historical preservationist and remodel or of older homes with dangerous materials. Unless when updated or any work done lead and asbestos has been removed properly, you’ll have lingering issues, so I’d double check that, otherwise, big money for removal. That home will wind up being bare bones just the skeleton and frame and the remodel is really a rebuild. I know! We specialized in those. $250 or $300? Pppffft if new roof, any shoring up or dig out of basement PLUS adding bathrooms lookin at $500 minimum. Asking price is way too high so negotiable perhaps. Noticing all the homes there are pretty much same so are THEY redone? Or future is it coming back with access to community needs? These are factors for the redo and selling it. Do I want to live with almost no neighbors? No. Seemingly if one doesn’t care and has a vision of increase in value and long patience you can win. Those homes will be million dollar homes in time. How much you want to spend lol. I’d SAVE the stained glass because they’re beautiful and look to be in decent shape. Yes, if not used in the build put em on walls as decor! Everyone loves stained glass. Thank you🙏🏻😎
It looks like someone started stripping the walls & floors and found out it was going to cost more than they thought to fix up this house
Great video! It wouldn't be a terrible buy at $800,000, but the potential basement work does scare me a little. That's at least a $250k-$300k renovation job.
in dc for that price i say buy! these houses are well built and have good wood. often times most of the work is cosmetic and systems. I honestly wouldnt to afraid of this one the floors look very unlevel so that be the only thing that might raise the reno price for me. i WOULD level the joist and put new flooring or possibly take out the old and put it back. Of course you dont have to but maybe just in bathroom and kitchen area. putting all new bathrooms and kitchens u want a level as possible start.
Structure damage at the entrance and throughout? Beautiful entry door and I’m surprised too that the pocket doors move😃 they’re really nice. If you have really deep pockets, purchase. Call me weird but I like the old sink and stove.
If you remodel the basement, Average height people, such as myself 😂can walk through without any problems😂😂
I like the stained glass windows😕and transom windows. I would close off the walk-through access from the large bedroom #3 to bedroom #2 and enlarge the closet.
Instead of a bedroom on the third floor, I would see if it’s worth turning into a bathroom and make that area the master suite.
Thank you for sharing another.. find👍🏾
The home could be great again. BUT with having to do a full gut, the asking price is a bit much. Because while planning for what you see you also have to a standby plan for the unexpected unseen things that will pop up. $700K - $775K could be more reasonable.
I grew up in a 100 year old renovated house that had 3 floors. But it was wider versus narrow like this row house and it was a stand alone house. I love all of the old details.
I would say go for it. But the concern is the house next door, is that vacant too?
Looks like it sold for $900,000. The crazy thing is that homes that are comparable are selling for that price and foe sale up to $1.5 million. It’s a very risky investment. The foundation, lack of bathrooms, possible plumbing and an unfinished basement may be even more expensive.
If I had the $ I would renovate it but at the same time keep a lot of the character!
You need 2 more bathrooms: you could use the “bedroom” on the third floor that has the covered window to create a bathroom.
Those are pretty rooms.
It needs heat pumps and other efficiencies. Insulation.
It’s gonna cost $500k to fix this up. However, NW DC is a valuable area. You’d need to do the back yard. Perhaps make a bricked area back there, so you could drive in a car.
Total re-do of the plumbing, ‘cos it prolly has lead pipes.
The corridors are too narrow, and the stairs...they're ugly for this house and very steep.
Beautiful house, though.
Nope! The repair will cost more than the asking price ($975K) of the home.
No 😂
No way I would want to live in that basement, renovated or not. Clean it for storage.
Where was the washer and dryer location?
It’s a great project for someone. Let us know what you decide.
Other than gutting the kitchen leave all the other special things alone. Leave the basement alone. If you flip it let the new owner do the basement if they want extra basement space. Most people don't want to "live" in the basement.
Buy it and gut it adding three bathrooms
Oh NO money pit.
I think the price is too high for the amount of work that needs to be done to bring it up to code and that's without digging out the basement (I wouldn't make that into a rentable space - not worth the investment). I see lots of potential and I hope whoever buys it is able to renovate while respecting the bones of the home so some of the charm remains.
I agree that the price may be a problem for this one
A lot to consider, possibly too many code violations in current condition. Would not make an offer without an opinion of an expert architect (your money spent up front unless you have a licensed friend to give you an opinion). Jonathan I think your estimates to bring this structure up to code might be low! Starting with the roof and working inside. I would hold off for an English Basement for now as long as the foundation/structure is strong. On a serious note, home electrical standards for modern appliances has changed since the early 1940's. Electrical and plumbing needs to all be upgraded based on a architect/planner blueprint for permits. I grew up in the DMV in the early 1940's and many of the homes had limited electrical power & outlets. Can you imagine the old days of the ice man coming weekly to supply the ice for the icebox. What did the previous owners do to upgrade the electricals. Curious as to what was permitted.
IKR.. WAY TOO MANY
Yikes....that's pricey for all the work that's needed now if I had the money and wanted the challenge yes....but know you're not gonna make what you put in. Soooo this would be a no....maybe $550k and that's still pushing it.
Waaaay to much work to be done for an average income person…
Blooming dale is expensive
so it would cost 200k for a full renovation? Hmmm looks like good investment.
There is no “cleaning” the walls. All that old plaster and lead-based paint must go. This is a FULL GUT down to the studs. You’re talking new everything from the roof to the basement - at least 3.5 additional bathrooms total replumbing w/ductwork for HVAC, rewiring. I don’t see how you can do a reno in DC on this for less than $350k and that estimate is probably on the low end. Ppl never believe me when I tell them that in NW DC all you can get for $500k is a shell if you can get that. 975k for a gut-job requires a strong stomach and deep pockets because things always go wrong.
If the city permits, I would turn this building into four 1-2 bedroom apartments with each apartment on its own floor.
Hard NO!
I can't believe that he's cavalierly talking about ripping ou ORIGINAL leaded glass windows, pocket doors and a beautiful old kitchen sink. He's insane to contemplate eradicating over 100 years of history for a fleeting fad. This is the problem with flippers and developers.
No!! I think you underestimate
It's a hard NO for me.
What pop m challenge!
HEY
No, don’t buy it. Right away you’re talking about taking down walls, taking away charm. Leave that house alone, Jonathan. You don’t have the right ❤ heart for it. Go buy something more contemporary.
If I bought to renovate that place, I would bring the 1st floor back to the original glory and not knock on those walls. 1st have someone check that foundation in the front. That area looks sketchy