313 NICHOLSON STREET NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20011

Great condo alternative for less than $500k. This bright, airy l, well-maintained semi-detached home in Riggs Park is move-in ready. The main floor enters into a  living room, separate dining room and kitchen with access to the nice-sized backyard via a spacious deck. Upstairs,  two bedrooms,, 1 full bath awaits, as well  as an open space in basement. All appliances - stove, fridge, dishwasher - flooring, roof, HVAC, water heater and solar panels all are new  within the past six years; most conveys with a warranty. House comes with installed security system  (buyer has to sign up for monitoring) and Nest thermostat. Ask about the loan program that offers one percentage below the prevailing rate - with no points or PMI (private  mortgage insurance), which keeps payment affordable. Home has two off-street parking spaces, but home is close  to Fort Totten Metro, as well as Lamond Recreation Center and plenty of nearby  shopping and dining options.