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Exploring Real Estate Listings from The Washington Post, July 21st, 1916

February 16, 2022May 2, 2014 by ghostsofdc
real estate listings - July 21st, 1916

We recently came across some old real estate listings from The Washington Post, printed on July 21st, 1916. Check out the incredible differences between then and now!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1920s, apartments 1 Comment

Living Off Dupont Circle for $45/Month in 1920: The Toronto Story

March 9, 2022November 19, 2013 by ghostsofdc
advertisement for The Toronto - 1920

Take a step back in time and learn the fascinating story of The Toronto, an apartment building in Dupont Circle offering rent for $45/month in 1920. Read the incredible story of its construction and collapse.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1920s, apartments, Dupont Circle 2 Comments

A 1960s Advertisement for Apartments in Arlington

March 22, 2022October 8, 2013 by ghostsofdc
1850 Columbia Pike, Arlington

Take a look back in time with a 1960s advertisement for apartments in Arlington. The building still exists, and the rent is substantially higher than what’s listed in the ad. Click on the ad for a larger version.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1960s, apartments, Arlington VA, Columbia Pike 1 Comment
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