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  1. How to Find a Pet-Friendly Apartment in DC That Isn’t OverpricedWashington, DC can be a rewarding place to live with a dog or cat, but the search requires more than filtering listings by “pets allowed”. Renters need to…
  2. Where to buy groceries in DC without a car: a neighborhood guideWashington, DC is one of the easier US cities for car-free grocery shopping, especially if you choose your home around a Metro station, bus corridor, or a…
  3. The Pros and Cons of Living in a High-Rise on 14th StreetLiving in a high-rise on 14th Street can place you close to some of Washington, DC’s most energetic neighbourhoods. The corridor runs through a changing mix of…
  4. Apartment Hunting in Columbia Heights on a $2,000 Monthly BudgetColumbia Heights is one of Washington, DC’s more practical neighbourhoods for renters who want urban convenience without paying the premium associated with…
  5. Choosing a primary care doctor in DC: your first visit questionsFor Australians used to walking into a bulk-billing clinic on a Tuesday arvo and walking out twenty minutes later with a script for antibiotics, the American…
  6. Rooftop bars in DC with stunning Capitol viewsSipping a drink while the dome of the United States Capitol glows pink at dusk feels like a scene from a political drama, yet it is something ordinary visitors…
  7. Getting Around Washington DC During a Metro Line ShutdownWhen a Metrorail line goes dark for track work, the rhythm of the whole city shifts. Commuters who glide from Foggy Bottom to Capitol Hill in twenty minutes…
  8. Finding your perfect Washington DC farmers market matchWeekend mornings in Washington DC carry a particular rhythm. Locals fold up their reusable bags, pull on a light jacket, and head out to browse stalls of stone…
  9. Hidden Fees to Watch Out for When Renting in Penn QuarterPenn Quarter is one of Washington, DC’s most convenient neighbourhoods for renters. Galleries, museums, Capital One Arena, Metro stations, offices and…
  10. The Most Walkable Neighborhoods in DC for Families with Young KidsWashington, DC is a compact city, but its neighbourhoods feel remarkably different when you are travelling with a pram, carrying a tired toddler or trying to…