An EmbassyPlace Summer Return!

Welcome back to another edition of the EmbassyPlace Newsletter!

May 23, 2025

Hi everyone! It’s been some time since the last edition of the newsletter but we are back with more content and housing opportunities. With the summer season approaching, we’ve had several beautiful listings go up that we are so excited to share with you all! Alongside our listings, feel free to take a look at our events and community articles below.

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Housing Highlight

Charming 1BR Apartment on Ontario Rd NW

Posted by Tessa Cullen - 5/5/2025: Spacious and bright 1-bedroom apartment (523 sq ft) available for rent starting August 1 on a quiet, residential stretch of Ontario Road NW. Just a 5-minute walk to 18th Street and 10 minutes to 14th Street, this location offers easy access to restaurants, bars, and transit while maintaining a peaceful neighborhood vibe.

Features include: In-unit washer and dryer Central air conditioning Open layout with great natural light Hands-off, responsive landlord Long-term lease preferred (12-month minimum) Rent is $2,400/month, plus electricity (approx. $45/month in winter, $65/month in summer) and internet.

I’m moving abroad and am also selling all my furniture—priority will go to renters interested in taking larger pieces (couch, bed, kitchen island). Viewings available upon schedule!

If you have an interest in Tessa’s listing and want to schedule a viewing, reach out to the admins to get connected!

Concerts, Sports and Events

June 1, 2025 One Day Ticket

Project Glow

Join Jams Hype, Tiesto, and others at the Project Glow music festival featuring electronic sounds ranging from house to techno to DnB to dubstep.

Birmingham Royal Ballet - Black Sabbath

An unlikely combination, the thrilling heavy metal music of Back Sabbath and the theatrical performance of the Royal Ballet. Go see this great show at the Kennedy Center Opera House!

June 5, 2025

The Play that Goes Wrong

Come see the hilarious, yet disastrous, comedy in the Little Theatre of Alexandria where as the name suggests, everything goes wrong. Tickets are priced at $58, a great value for some great laughs!

June 8, 2025

June 3, 2025

Chicago Cubs at Washington Nationals

Although I am a loyal born and raised Yankee fan (yes, I am still mourning Juan Soto), you all should cheer on your favorite team at the Cubs vs Nationals game here in DC at Nationals Park!

Housing Searchers

Here are a couple postings on housing and roommate searches from our very own community. Take a look to see if anything matches your needs!

  • Fully furnished 1Bt-1Bd apartment for rent June 19 - August 19, $2,400/month. Includes utilities, gym, pool, rooftop. Location near The Wharf, metro, supermarket, bicycle and bus.

  • Spacious, bright 1BR available May 31-June 9. Furnished and fully equipped. At Meridian Hill Park, by supermarkets, public transport, 14th, Adams Morgan, Mount Pleasant. Reach out for more information!

  • Hey! Looking for a DC roommates situation, long-term, starting July 20. Open to locations - organized, friendly, respectful & fun. Budget: Approx $1500🙂

  • Furnished studio with private bathroom available for sublease in DuPont Circle. Building includes laundry room, rooftop, social area, and market. Ideal location. move-in ready! 1500 Massachusetts Ave NW.

Want to be featured in the next edition of EmbassyPlace Times?

Reach out to our admins for more information on how you can get highlighted!

Home Office Must Haves

Taking the workload back home? These items will be sure to keep you organized, comfortable and productive while working in the comfort of your home.

Just because your office keyboard and mouse are dull doesn’t mean your home tools should be! Try this colorful option to bring a brighter mood to your home office.

When I’m working I like to be fully illuminated by my tasks on a screen bigger than two of my heads. Although, the only things this screen would illuminate are my horrifying eyebags… Get this monitor to make your work life more efficient!

There is nothing worse than a heaping pile of work and a stiff back. Make sure you’re working in comfort with this NEO office chair.

If you need something more tangible than Google Calendar, check out this dry erase Calendar and Marker set to organize your week!

Farmers Market Highlight: The DC Eastern Market

Looking for stands of fresh produce, meats and other products? Visit DC’s Eastern Market just east of the US Capitol. This market operates year-round - From Tuesday to Sunday, shoppers can visit the South Market where merchants sell their finest selection of meats, produce, baked goods and more. On weekends, the market opens up with beautiful live music, art and antiques! After visiting the Eastern Market last month, I was dazzled by this market’s energy and passion coming from the merchants. I got the chance to speak with a couple of small businesses and each of their unique stories were extremely inspiring. On top of that, I had a spam musubi that changed my life from one of the indoor vendors. If you want to explore the small businesses from the greater DMV area, stop by the Eastern Market!

You Need Renters Insurance - Here’s Why:

Renting a home in Washington, DC offers access to vibrant city life, but it also comes with responsibilities that many overlook—like securing renters insurance. While it may seem like an unnecessary expense, renters insurance is an affordable safeguard against unexpected events.

Washington, DC, is no stranger to risks such as theft, fire, or water damage. Renters insurance protects your personal belongings, covering the cost of replacement or repair if they’re damaged or stolen. Imagine a fire in your building—your landlord’s insurance covers the structure, but not your possessions. Without renters insurance, you’re left paying out of pocket to replace everything from furniture to electronics.

Renters insurance includes liability coverage, which is crucial in a city with close living quarters. If a guest is injured in your apartment or you accidentally cause damage to a neighbor’s unit, this coverage can prevent costly lawsuits or repair bills.

In DC, where rents are already high, renters insurance is surprisingly affordable, often costing less than $30 per month. It provides peace of mind knowing you’re protected from financial setbacks.

Don’t wait until disaster strikes. A small investment in renters insurance today can save you from significant financial stress tomorrow

Renters insurance by Lemonade offers peace of mind at an affordable price. Get your free quote for protection today, starting at $5/month.

See you in the next edition!

That’s all for this EmbassyPlace Edition. Thanks so much for reading and don’t hesitate to reach out to the admins if there’s something specific you want to see in the next one!