If You Lived Here

Annandale residents discuss how their community evolved into a hub for Korean-American culture. Over the past several decades, Korean restaurants and businesses have played a significant role in revitalizing struggling areas of Annandale and earned the community the title of Virginia's original Koreatown. Kogiya, a Korean BBQ restaurant, shows the interactive and engaging nature of Korean cuisine.

In Annandale, VA, hosts John and Christine tour 3 homes with realtor Deirdre Thao Vo. First, a split-level starter home, followed by a charming mid-century modern home with contemporary updates. Finally, the hosts explore a 5 bed/5 bath modern, open-concept home. Also learn about Annandale’s Korean food and business community, thriving local arts scene and one particularly interesting shop.

"This looks like a resort!", exclaims John as he and Christine visit a 4-bedroom mid-century modern home in the sought-after Truro neighborhood of Annandale. The large picture windows provide spectacular views of the wooded, quarter acre lot and the has been updated with new flooring and contemporary touches. With clean lines, timeless design, and updates, this home is a keeper!

John and Christine love the vibe in this 5-bedroom, 5-bath modern contemporary home, which sits on a half acre lot in the Byrneley Views neighborhood of Annandale, VA. It's a new-build home where huge windows bring in the natural light and the open floor plan on the main level creates a perfect entertaining space. As John says, "This house has the wow factor from the moment you step into it."

"My first impression is the word, 'chic'," says John as he and Christine tour this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo in Washington's Logan Circle neighborhood. From top to bottom, the space has a very sleek and modern design. The living room has large windows and a wrap-around balcony with impressive city views. There's a lot to love inside and it's hard to beat the location!

With realtor Daryl Judy, John and Christine tour 3 homes in Logan Circle, D.C. First, a two bedroom condo with a loft and rooftop terrace. Next, a modern condo with beautiful updates. And finally, a 4-bedroom townhome featuring architectural arches. Also, learn about the evolution of Logan Circle from local business owners and residents who have lived through the transformation of the area.

Christine and John round out their tour of Logan Circle with a unique 5 bedroom, 3.1 bath Victorian rowhouse on 13th St., NW. Built in the late 1800s, the home is a mix of eras and styles, as various owners have added their tastes over the years. With a grand living room, a spiral staircase, multiple archways, and exposed brick accent walls, the home has a little big of everything!

What this 800 sq. foot, one bedroom condo in Washington DC's Logan Circle neighborhood lacks in size, it more than makes up for in amenities! A private rooftop terrace, tall ceilings, and large windows leave an impression, as does the kitchen, which features a high-end, built-in Sub-Zero fridge and frosted glass cabinets that open up the space. Best of all, are the spectacular views!

Logan Circle residents discuss the changes they've seen in their neighborhood. Back in the 1970s, the community was a haven for prostitution and drug activity as many homes fell into disrepair. City and neighborhood leaders worked to bring positive change and Logan Circle has seen a revitalization. New businesses and restaurants have brought vibrancy, but along with it, gentrification.

John and Christine tour a 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath bungalow/cape cod in Bethesda's Huntington Terrace neighborhood. Built in 1936, the home has striking original features that have been lovingly restored. At the same time, more modern renovations, such as the addition of a half bath, add function and value. Plus, it's hard to beat the location -- right next to Walter Reed Medical Center and NIH.

Longtime Bethesda residents detail the history of their community, which has transformed from a rural area to the semi urban neighborhood we know today. Today, one of the last vestiges of the community's agricultural past is the Montgomery Farm Women's Cooperative Market, established in 1932 to provide farm women the opportunity to sell what they grew and handcrafted on their farms.

As soon as they enter this classic center hall colonialin Bethesda's Westgate neighborhood, John and Christine are drawn to the window at end of the hallway. The home features a beautiful sun porch, a kitchen with a mix of vintage and new features, and a bright basement with new floors. Outside, a hand-built brick walled garden and beautiful landscaping give the home tremendous curb appeal.