One of few available houses for rent. Washington, D.C. One of the few available houses for rent under the crowded conditions. A study of the structure, however, will explain why there is no one now living in it

The Unseen Dangers of Renting a Home: Examining a 1935 Photograph

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The caption on this photo states that the home was for rent. It’s unclear where this building is, but it looks like a pretty crappy place to live. I’m also pretty sure this building no longer exists.

One of few available houses for rent. Washington, D.C. One of the few available houses for rent under the crowded conditions. A study of the structure, however, will explain why there is no one now living in it
One of few available houses for rent. Washington, D.C. One of the few available houses for rent under the crowded conditions. A study of the structure, however, will explain why there is no one now living in it

This photograph was taken by Carl Mydans in 1935 and I dug it up at the Library of Congress.

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  1. The telephone number on the cab DECATUR 2600 (332-2600) now belongs to Italy Pizza 634 Florida Ave Nw Washington, DC 20001. An article in the Afro American from November 25, 1939 mentions the cab company and says it is insolvent.

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