Hot homes: 5 DC-area houses for sale starting at $245k

250 Farragut St. NW #101 — $245,000

Why we love it: A formal dining room, three closets, and an in-unit washer/dryer make this spacious one-bed condo a steal.

• Neighborhood: Petworth
• Specs: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 700 square feet
• Listed by: Kharye Dunlap at Redfin
• Features: High ceilings, hardwood floors, pet friendly

9610 Dewitt Dr. #Ph204 — $434,000

Why we love it: Large windows, hardwood floors, French doors, a cozy fireplace, and 12.7-foot ceilings give this 1925 beauty so much character.

• Neighborhood: Silver Spring
• Specs: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1,006 square feet
• Listed by: Lindy Gelb at TTR Sotheby's International Realty
• Features: Walking distance to nature trails, in-unit washer/dryer, deeded garage parking space

838 New Hampshire Ave. NW — $899,900

Why we love it: This stylish townhouse has a fresh modern look, with funky light fixtures, a sleek galley kitchen, and pops of color throughout.

• Neighborhood: Foggy Bottom
• Specs: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,126 square feet
• Listed by: Mary Bazargan at Redfin
• Features: Fenced-in patio, walkable to Metro, lower-level laundry room/flex space

321 10th St. SE — $1,025,000

Why we love it: The ornate exterior window casings drew me in, and the built-ins and classic tiled bathroom sealed the deal.

• Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
• Specs: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet

• Listed by: Crystal Crittenden and Jackie Sink at Compass
• Features: Small backyard, curb appeal, partial basement with extra storage

808 Cameron St. — $1,400,000

Why we love it: This home has tasteful finishes throughout, but the star of the show is the dreamy primary suite. It has high ceilings, a fireplace flanked by built-ins, and a spa-like ensuite bath.

• Neighborhood: Old Town Alexandria
• Specs: 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,280 square feet
• Listed by: Anna-Louisa Yon at Compass
• Features: Charming streetscape, private brick patio, two assigned parking spots