Episodes
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Kensington
S2 E14 - 28m 48s
Resident and realtor Mark Hudson shows John and Christine three houses in his hometown of Kensington, MD. Discoveries follow: Kensington’s founding as a Victorian garden community, the Noyes Library for Young Children, Antique Row, and connections with the nearby Ken-Gar neighborhood. Plus, local historians, librarians, shop owners and neighbors share about a place they love to call home.
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Columbia Pike/Lake Barcroft
S2 E13 - 28m 30s
From the top of Columbia Pike to Lake Barcroft, realtor Judy Cranford can't wait to show off the homes in her own neighborhood. Explore a highway that is vital in African American history and hear stories of immigrant families that call this area home. Plus, a visit to Phoenix Bikes shows how local students give back and get around, while John and Christine enjoy a sunset cruise on Lake Barcroft.
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Chevy Chase
S2 E12 - 28m 50s
Residents like realtor Julie Roberts love the parks, markets and the Avalon Theatre that give Chevy Chase's "D.C. side" its small-town feel. Julie guides John and Christine through three beautiful homes that feature corner cabinets, corner showers and even corner bathtubs. Plus, the important story of how Lafayette-Pointer Park was recently renamed to honor Captain George Pointer and his family.
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Bloomingdale/LeDroit Park
S2 E11 - 28m 49s
The influences of Howard University run deep in D.C.'s Bloomingdale & LeDroit Park. With the help of realtor Suzanne DesMarais, John and Christine guess listing prices of three homes across both areas and gain a new appreciation of exposed brick and turrets. Local residents also share their history and perspective on these two fascinating adjacent neighborhoods.
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Fort Washington
S2 E10 - 28m 32s
With stunning views, a fort that has watched over the District for two centuries, and a vibrant African American boating community, Ft. Washington offers an intriguing mix of history and outdoor space. In this episode, local realtor and resident LaGreta Dennis guides John and Christine to two homes in Ft. Washington followed by an end-unit townhome just up the hill from nearby National Harbor.
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Georgetown
S2 E9 - 28m 42s
Bicycles & bowties greet John & Christine when they meet realtor & Georgetown fixture Jamie Peva. Residents and visitors of Georgetown know this popular neighborhood very well. But do they? This episode features little-known history, new perspectives and lots of jazz. Plus, 3 homes built between 1850 and the 1900s, offering the kind of sneak peek that everyone wishes for when visiting Georgetown.
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Reston
S2 E8 - 28m 27s
Reston is one of America's most successful planned communities. This episode shares the history and vision of Robert E. Simon, the "R-E-S" in Reston, and how the water, paths and public art connect residents. Hosts John and Christine visit 3 different homes –with ponds, trails and penthouse views – guided by the show’s first mother-daughter/resident-realtor team, Boofie and Margaret O'Gorman.
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Mount Pleasant
S2 E7 - 28m 14s
Guided by resident & realtor Megan Conway, Christine & John visit Northwest D.C.’s Mount Pleasant neighborhood to guess listing prices for a condo in a striking Beaux-Arts building; a mid-century modern townhouse with an oasis out back; and a renovated 1882 Victorian home. Plus, stories of historical preservation, Central American migration, and how mom & pop businesses help shape the community.
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Bowie
S2 E6 - 27m 59s
If You Lived Here travels to Bowie, Maryland, where hosts Christine and John guess listing prices for three homes, including a 15,000 square foot property that has to be seen to be believed. Also, learn about Bowie’s journey from affordable housing for some to fair housing for all, its thoroughbred horse-racing history, and discover why minor league baseball is so vital to the larger community.
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Brookland
S2 E5 - 28m 13s
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.
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Del Ray
S2 E4 - 28m 32s
Once home to the 2nd largest U.S. railroad, Del Ray in Alexandria, Virginia is quaint, friendly and fun. Hosts Christine and John visit a 3-bedroom townhome built in 1956, an elegant, remodeled 1930’s home, and an expanded bungalow with a beautiful blend of old and new. Plus, see how Del Ray celebrates its canine residents with murals, and meet a local shop owner.
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Capitol Hill
S2 E3 - 28m 26s
The largest neighborhood in Washington, D.C. is full of history, from Eastern Market, one of the city’s oldest public markets, to 100+ year-old homes. Join Christine and John as they guess the listing prices of a remodeled Alley House just 6 blocks from the Capitol, a historic condo that was previously the Mount Joy Baptist Church, and the Deer House, built by an Italian stonemason in 1903.
Extras + Features
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Vintage Charm and Cozy Comfort in Chevy Chase, DC
S2 E12 - 5m 40s
The archways, corner cabinets and classic bathroom tile give this Chevy Chase, DC home plenty of vintage charm, but don't be fooled. Modern renovations, including a wet bar in the basement and a new kitchen pack a lot of comfort into the cozy space.
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Truth and Reconciliation in Chevy Chase
S2 E12 - 3m 31s
For almost a century, descendants of freed slave Captain George Pointer and Elizabeth Townsend owned land in the area that became Chevy Chase, D.C. In 1928, their property was seized by eminent domain to build an elementary school and park for white children. In 2018, Historic Chevy Chase DC worked with Pointer family descendants to rename the park in honor of the site's African American history.
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Preview: Chevy Chase, DC
S2 E12 - 30s
Residents like realtor Julie Roberts love the parks, markets and the Avalon Theatre that give Chevy Chase's "D.C. side" its small-town feel. Julie guides John and Christine through three beautiful homes that feature corner cabinets, corner showers and even corner bathtubs. Plus, the important story of how Lafayette-Pointer Park was recently renamed to honor Captain George Pointer and his family.
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A LeDroit Park Rowhome That Blends History and Modernity
S2 E11 - 6m 53s
"You feel that sense of age in this house, in the great way," says John as he and Christine explore this 4 bedroom, 2 bath house in the LeDroit Park Historic District, just down the block from where Duke Ellington grew up. Spacious front bedrooms offer views of Howard University and natural light coming in from a courtyard make the updated kitchen feel bigger. What's not to love?
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Open Concept on the Inside with City Views Looking Out
S2 E11 - 6m 59s
From top to bottom, consistent design elements tie this fully renovated Bloomingdale Victorian rowhouse together. With 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 3,000 square feet of living space, there's plenty of room to spread out. Plus, the view of the city from the upper level is "like looking at a painting."
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This Converted Bloomingdale Row Home is Perfect for Two
S2 E11 - 4m 36s
A long exposed brick hallway draws John and Christine into this 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit in a converted Bloomingdale, DC rowhome. With original architectural features, good sized bedrooms, and a move in ready kitchen, it's perfect for roommates or a couple.
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Changes in LeDroit Park Through the Years
S2 E11 - 3m 19s
Longtime residents of LeDroit Park in Northwest Washington discuss the changes they have witnessed in their neighborhood. Once the home to Black intellectuals like Mary Church Terrell, Anna J. Cooper, and Paul Laurence Dunbar, the community saw the influx of drugs and crime in the 1980s. More recently, the community has rebounded but grapples with the impacts of gentrification.
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Preview: Bloomindale/LeDroit Park
S2 E11 - 30s
The influences of Howard University run deep in D.C.'s Bloomingdale & LeDroit Park. With the help of realtor Suzanne DesMarais, John and Christine guess listing prices of three homes across both areas and gain a new appreciation of exposed brick and turrets. Local residents also share their history and perspective on these two fascinating adjacent neighborhoods.
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Rich History and Recreation on the Potomac
S2 E10 - 3m 27s
The original Fort Washington was built in 1808 to protect the growing capital city of Washington, D.C. but was destroyed during the War of 1812. Rebuilt in 1814, the brick structure is the namesake for the neighborhood that grew up around it. Today the predominantly African American community of Fort Washington is home to an avid group of boaters who relish life on the water.
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Preview: Fort Washington
S2 E10 - 30s
With stunning views, a fort that has watched over the District for two centuries, and a vibrant African American boating community, Ft. Washington offers an intriguing mix of history and outdoor space. In this episode, local realtor and resident LaGreta Dennis guides John and Christine to two homes in Ft. Washington followed by an end-unit townhome just up the hill from nearby National Harbor.
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The Design and Features of this Home are in Perfect Harmony
S2 E10 - 7m 20s
John and Christine can't get over the flow and design of this end unit townhouse on the edge National Harbor. Windows bring in the natural light as warm wood tones and finishes create a harmonious style throughout. But what really sets this property apart is the 4th level deck with views of the Potomac!
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"A Little Piece of Heaven" in Fort Washington
S2 E10 - 5m 32s
Located on a large, peaceful lot in the Fort Washington Forest neighborhood, just minutes from National Harbor, this rambler is a "Little piece of Heaven." With 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths all on one level, it's perfect for young families or as a home to age in place -- and the retro 1950s details just add to the charm.
Schedule
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If You Lived Here
Alexandria
Saturday
Apr 27
30 Minutes
Exploring Old Town in Alexandria, Va. -
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If You Lived Here
Silver Spring
Saturday
Apr 27
30 Minutes
Exploring three properties in Silver Spring, Md. -
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If You Lived Here
Southwest Waterfront
Saturday
May 4
30 Minutes
Three homes in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood of Washington, D.C. -
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If You Lived Here
Anacostia
Saturday
May 11
30 Minutes
Touring homes and communities in the Washington, D.C. region.
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