Brookland

Christine & John guess listing prices in a Brookland neighborhood the locals call "Little Rome.” Up first - a classic and colorful 1923 rowhouse, followed by one of Brookland’s beautiful "kit" bungalows. The day ends in style at the former home of jazz great Shirley Horn. Also, a visit to long-time local business Petals, Ribbons & Beyond, and origin stories from a Brookland historian.

The garden flows out to the street in front of this classic 3 bedroom, 3 bath Brookland row house. But that's just the beginning of the home's colorful charm! Tile adorns the stair risers and bright colors pop in every room. The eclectic style has Christine and John discovering surprise after surprise, including a very "feathery" powder room. This might be their most memorable house tour yet!

This 1922 bungalow kit house in Brookland drips charm and a perfect mix of restoration and renovation. From the door jams to the window casings and beautiful heart pine hardwood floors, great original details pop for Christine. At the same time, the renovated bathrooms and kitchen, and a basement apartment have John drafting the CraigsList rental ad in his head. Or maybe he'll move in himself!

"This home goes on forever!" says Christine as she and John visit the former home of legendary D.C. jazz singer Shirley Horne in Brookland. With a large addition and renovations, it's easy to envision lots of different configurations for the main level. Upstairs, the bedrooms have a nice and bright feeling and views of the expansive yard. Inside and out, this property sings!

When residents of Brookland in Northeast Washington, D.C. share what makes their neighborhood special, a common theme emerges: Brookland is a small town in a big city. Also, Sara Williford Lucas, owner of the Petals, Ribbons & Beyond floral shop describes how the annual Brookland House and Garden Tour brings neighbors together.