more on artists spaces.

This information was included in an email from the Cultural Development Corporation:

Other Opportunities



Solea. The Jair Lynch Companies is currently developing Solea, located at the northwest corner of 14th Street and Florida Avenue, NW in Washington, DC. The project will be comprised of 59 “Live-Work” condos, both affordable and market rate housing, in addition to 4,728 SF of ground floor retail. The condo units are designed to provide owners the flexibility to run a business from their home, though not specifically for the artist population. For more information about purchasing opportunities please contact Bill Highsmith or by phone at 202.462.1092. Please tell them CuDC sent you.

Artisan Condos. Three condos available for purchase by artists only. The condos are located at 915 E St NW and are listed at $289,900 with the developer prepared to offer $15,000 in down payment assistance or other incentives. These 574 sq ft apartments include large open kitchens with gas cooking stainless steal appliances, maple cabinets and granite countertops. There is bamboo flooring over the whole studio space, large closet and roomy full bath. Space also includes washer and dryer in each unit, 24/7 concierge, fitness room, and rooftop deck. Condo fee of $280/month includes gas, water, trash removal, snow removal, and building management and maintenance. Floorplans are available at www.artisancondo.com – Floorplan A1. Form more information, or to schedule a visit, please contact Kathy Olmstead at 202.253.2502 or kolmstead@mcwilliamsballard.com. Please tell them CuDC sent you.

Looking for Warehouse-style arts space in DC? Cultural Development Corporation (CuDC) is working with a developer to lease an 8,300 square foot, second floor warehouse space in NW. The space is great for a variety of artist uses and includes 12’ ceilings, windows on three walls and a freight elevator. Owner will provide some improvements but build out is required. Located only 5 blocks north of the Georgia Avenue/Petworth Metro Station, this space would be ideal for but is not limited to artist studio space, gallery space, costume/prop shop, rehearsal and administrative space. Asking price: $10/sf NNN (tenant pays all utilities, maintenance and taxes). For more information and to schedule a meeting with the developer, please contact Ilana Branda at ilana@culturaldc.org.



because of this post i was also notified that i probably didnt have access to the entire MLS. FSBO's notwithstanding, apparently there are more affordable units available. good news by my take.