1904 Columbia Heights Real Estate Ad
What was real estate like in Columbia Heights back in 1904? Take a look at this lovely old advertisement.
Columbia Heights
Columbia Heights sits at the center of one of Washington’s most dramatic stories of rise, fall, and revival. Once a thriving streetcar neighborhood, it was devastated by the riots that followed Dr. King’s assassination in 1968 and spent decades in decline before a remarkable turnaround in the early 2000s. These posts trace the full arc of Columbia Heights history.
Meridian Hill Park: A Complete History of DC’s Italian Renaissance Park
Meridian Hill Park is DC’s Italian Renaissance secret: Mary Foote Henderson’s vision, the 1922 Joan of Arc statue, and a drum circle going since 1965.
If Walls Could Talk: Red Rocks Pizzeria in Columbia Heights
I am obsessed with Red Rocks at 11th and Park NW. I have been since day one. In the hopes that I can convince my wife to go there tonight (or at least this weekend), I think it’s only fitting that they’re the first restaurant that I do a little historical research on. At least … Read more
Exploring Columbia Heights in 1869 with John Sherman’s Subdivision
Take a look back in time and explore Columbia Heights in 1869 with John Sherman’s Subdivision. This property map is full of interesting details, like old street names and the location of Pierce’s Mill. Click to learn more!
Exploring the Origins of Columbia Heights: A Look at an 1885 Map
Discover the origins of Columbia Heights in this 1885 map. It shows what would become the northern part of Columbia Heights and points to the street name changes that took place. Click through to view the full-sized map!
A Look Back: An Old Advertisement for 1201 Clifton St. NW in Columbia Heights, 1910
Take a look back in time with this old advertisement for 1201 Clifton St. NW in Columbia Heights from 1910. See the original ad and the street view today.
What Did Columbia Heights Look Like After the 1968 Riots?
A series of photos shows Columbia Heights in the immediate aftermath of the 1968 riots. The Tivoli Theater and the commercial blocks on 14th Street had burned.
Uncovering the Mystery of Homes Advertised in 1912 in The Evening Star
Take a look back in time to uncover the mystery of homes advertised in The Evening Star in 1912. See the Google Street View to find out what these homes look like today.
A Look Back at 1921 Real Estate Prices in Columbia Heights
Real estate prices in Columbia Heights have changed drastically since 1921. Take a look back at the prices and see just how much they have changed using the consumer price index and an online calculator.