Season 4 coming soon!
In Season 4, new series hosts Jennifer (Jen) Osborn and Ricardo Frederick Evans join a local realtor to tour three homes in each episode and immerse themselves in the communities of the D.C. Metro region one neighborhood at a time.
Season 4 will kick off on October 28 in Burke, Virginia where hosts Jen and Ricardo visit three homes at three different price points with realtor Lauren Breslaw. Along the way, they explore the history of the community’s railroad, its Copperthite Racetrack, and the residents’ successful campaign against the construction of “Burke Airport.”
Jen and Ricardo visit 12 neighborhoods this season, including Burke, Fairfax, Occoquan/Lorton, and South Arlington in Virginia; Cleveland Park, Hill East, Woodridge/Langdon, and Dupont Circle in Washington, D.C.; and College Park, Gaithersburg, Frederick, and Ellicott City in Maryland.
The first six episodes of Season 4 of If You Lived Here will air on Mondays at 9 p.m. on WETA PBS and 8 p.m. on WETA Metro, from Oct. 28 through Nov. 9, with no airings on Nov. 18. Six more episodes will premiere in early 2025.
About the Hosts
Jennifer Osborn and Ricardo Fredrick Evans are the new hosts of If You Lived Here, following former hosts Christine Louise and the late John Begeny. Both accomplished performers and arts professionals, Jen and Ricardo met at an open casting call for the Netflix series House of Cards and have been friends for more than a decade. In addition to going to D.C.-area open houses together, they built their friendship through a love of theater and film, the beach, kayaking, and good food.
Jennifer Osborn
Jennifer Osborn has lived in the D.C. area since 2011, residing in all four quadrants of the District, and eventually landing in Maryland with her partner and two cats. Viewers may recognize her from the Netflix Series House of Cards as the Assistant to Robin Wright's character. She’s performed with theater companies all over the region, including Tennessee Stage Company, Silver Spring Stage, Molotov Theater, and SeeNoSunOnstage, plus countless short films with local directors. She received a Best Actor win at the Knoxville Film Festival Seven Day Shootout for her performance in Personal Day, and at the Frederick 48 Hour Film Festival for her performance in Dog Days.
Ricardo Frederick Evans
Ricardo Frederick Evans grew up in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Washington, D.C. and was previously a licensed real estate agent. He attended the National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts, where he is currently an instructor. His theatre credits include African-American Collective Theatre, Arena Stage, Round House Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre, Studio Theatre, Totem Pole Playhouse, and Imagination Stage, where he received a Helen Hayes Award nomination for his work in Doctor Dolittle. He has numerous industrial, short, and independent film credits, including a blink-and-you-miss-it appearance on Netflix’s House of Cards. He’s also co-host and co-producer of the Read More Plays podcast.
Episodes
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Sandy Spring/Olney
S3 E4 - 27m 28s
With realtor Karen Rollings, John and Christine check out the Sandy Spring/Olney neighborhoods. Join them as they visit three properties in the area and attempt to guess the listing prices. Also, learn about the area’s Quaker and African American history and explore the country’s largest outdoor climbing park, Sandy Spring Adventure Park.
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Mount Vernon
S3 E3 - 28m 24s
Once home to George Washington’s farmland, Mount Vernon prides itself on its history. Led by realtor Lauren Kolazas, hosts John and Christine guess the listing prices on a quaint starter home built in 1950, a mid-century modern home designed by architect Charles Goodman, and a breathtaking colonial with influences from the 1770s.
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Annapolis
S3 E2 - 28m 56s
With help from realtor Kirstin Whitaker, John and Christine visit the nautical town of Annapolis, Maryland’s capital. They tour and guess the listing prices of three homes, from historic to modern, all with water views. Also, follow along to learn about the famous naval history of the town, as well as the arts, culture and buildings that make the story of Annapolis come to life.
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Navy Yard
S3 E1 - 28m 3s
From a row home built in 1915 to a condo overlooking Nationals Park, the season premiere explores both old and new homes in D.C.’s Navy Yard. Guided by realtor Chris Chambers, hosts John and Christine tour three homes in the Southeast D.C. neighborhood to guess the listing prices of each location and learn about the area’s meaningful history from some of Navy Yard’s long-time residents.
Extras + Features
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This Sandy Spring Stunner has "A Room for Everybody"
S3 E4 - 6m 43s
John and Christine are blown away by the space and details in this 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath home in Sandy Spring. At over 3,800 square feet, "There's a room for everybody," says Christine. The detailed molding and trim give the home an elegant feel, and large windows bring in the natural light. With the primary suite on the main level, this home is setup for aging in place -- which is a good thing sinc
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This Starter Home in Olney is a Blank Canvas
S3 E4 - 6m 33s
"You can re-imagine this space in so many different ways," says John as he and Christine tour a 4 bedroom, 2.1 bath home in the Olney Mill neighborhood -- and it's easy to see why. What the home is lacking in updates, it makes up for in potential. All it needs is a little TLC, according to realtor Karen Rollings.
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Slavery and Freedom in Sandy Spring
S3 E4 - 3m 10s
Sandy Spring, MD was first settled in 1728 as a predominantly Quaker farming community dependent on slave labor. Between the 1770s and 1820s Quakers in Sandy Spring manumitted their slaves and many of the formerly enslaved families remained in the area as wage workers. As the home to a proud free Black population, the village was an oasis of sorts, surrounded by slave holding plantations.
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An Entertainer's Dream in Olney Mill
S3 E4 - 6m 43s
With a pool, a remodeled open concept kitchen/living area and a basement bar, this 4 bedroom, 2.1 bath Olney Mill home is an entertainer's dream. From exposed beams on the main floor to a weathered accent wall in the master bedroom, the style is very "shabby chic." It's gorgeous, but the finishes and the neighborhood make guessing the list price a challenge. How did John and Christine fare?
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Preview: Sandy Spring/Olney
S3 E4 - 30s
With realtor Karen Rollings, John and Christine check out the Sandy Spring/Olney neighborhoods. Join them as they visit three properties in the area and attempt to guess the listing prices. Also, learn about the area’s Quaker and African American history and explore the country’s largest outdoor climbing park, Sandy Spring Adventure Park.
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Be George Washington's Neighbor at this Amazing Home
S3 E3 - 8m 13s
Located on what was once George Washington's farmland, this home has a classic feel, inside and out, and combines aspects of Neo Classical, Palladian and Georgian architecture. With 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and 6300 square feet there's a lot to explore and plenty of surprises including an indoor pool and jacuzzi.
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The Living Space Extends Outside in Bucknell Manor
S3 E3 - 4m 10s
Christine and John are impressed with how much character and functionality is packed into this 1,500 square foot home in Alexandria's Bucknell Manor neighborhood. With 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, an updated kitchen, and a family room addition there's plenty to love inside. But what really makes this property stand out is the incredible outdoor space.
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Preview: Mount Vernon
S3 E3 - 30s
Once home to George Washington’s farmland, Mount Vernon prides itself on its history. Led by realtor Lauren Kolazas, hosts John and Christine guess the listing prices on a quaint starter home built in 1950, a mid-century modern home designed by architect Charles Goodman, and a breathtaking colonial with influences from the 1770s.
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A Mid-Century Modern Stunner in Hollin Hills
S3 E3 - 6m 32s
John and Christine are blown away by the design and flow of this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath mid-century modern home in Alexandria's Hollin Hills neighborhood. Large windows looking out on the half-acre wooded lot provide ample natural light as thoughtful renovations combine the home's mid-century modern roots with more recent upgrades. John is ready to move in but can he correctly guess the home's price?
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Charles Goodman's Influence is Still Felt in Hollin Hills
S3 E3 - 1m 50s
Peter Christensen, a guide at the Pope-Leighey House, and Barbara Bogue, Chair of the Friends of Hollin Hills discuss the neighborhood's roots as the brainchild of renowned architect, Charles Goodman. When he designed Hollin Hills in the 1940s, Goodman hoped to encourage community and maximize family interaction with home designs that were heavily influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright.
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Annapolis was Once the "Athens of America"
S3 E2 - 1m 55s
Long a center for sailing and oysters, Annapolis reached the height of its prominence in the 1770s - 1790s, when it was known as the "Athens of America." After decades as a crossroads for American political and cultural life, the city slipped into a century-long recession. The downturn served to stifle development and preserve much of the colonial architecture for which Annapolis is known today.
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Step Inside the "Quintessential Annapolis Dream Home"
S3 E2 - 8m 41s
"This is the dream of Annapolis living," realtor Kirstin Whitaker tells John and Christine, and it's easy to see why. Situated on 3.5 acres overlooking the Severn River and built in 1910, this 7 bedroom, 4.2 bath home was once used as a retreat by Capuchin Monks. From the wrap around porch, to the interior renovations that meld with the home's original details, this home oozes character.
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Remembering John Begeny
On August 21, 2023, the WETA community lost a dear friend in John Begeny, co-host of If You Lived Here. Learn more about John's amazing life, and share your memories.
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