If You Lived Here

Residents of Mount Pleasant love the quiet vibe of their tree covered neighborhood, and rallied to protect it when proposals to build high density apartment buildings gathered steam in the 1970s. The small community feel helped attract thousands of Central American immigrants to Mount Pleasant in the 1980s, and transform the neighborhood into the heart of the Latino experience in Washington.

Built in 1882, this 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home is one of the few detached homes in Mount Pleasant. With a beautiful blend of historic charm and modern luxury, the details are a delight -- as is the property's quirky backstory. The house was originally built elsewhere and moved to the neighborhood in 1903 -- and got a parking ticket in the process!

Located in a 1917 beaux arts building designed by famed D.C. architect Harry Wardman, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo on 16th St, NW was "open concept before there was open concept." Large windows bring in light and complement the flow of the living space inside, while the balcony offers a respite with city views.

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.

A wet bar, a recording studio and a "deluxe rumpus room" impress, but John and Christine can't get over the natural light flowing through this 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath townhouse in Bowie... Plus, there's a view of the Hidden Pond that gives the neighborhood its name!

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.

With a formal dining room, a party room downstairs, and a fenced backyard it's easy to imagine entertaining family and friends at this house in Bowie's Northridge neighborhood. John just hopes that the old school arcade game will convey!

The tight knit community of Bowie, Maryland rallies around their beloved minor league baseball team, the Bowie Baysox. Host families house players and form lifelong bonds that go beyond what happens on the field.

15,000 square feet with 7 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms! There's so much to see in this Woodmore Estates home that John and Christine "divide and conquer" on their tour -- and both keep finding new spaces to explore. From the veranda to the solarium to the three separate dining areas, the endless wonders leave them asking if this is Bowie or Las Vegas!

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.

"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.