Hannah Powell with Compass Real Estate, Washington D.C., DC (2026)

Serving Clients, Strengthening Communities

District Roots is a full service real estate company offering buying and selling services in DC, Maryland, and Virginia--brokered by industry leader Compass Real Estate--as well as property management and consulting services.

“We believe we’re doing more than just selling a house. By connecting clients and communities we also strengthen neighborhoods and promote the welfare of the greater Washington, DC area.” --Hannah Powell, founder

05/28/2026

Comment SUMMER and I'll send you my Washington, DC local guide for the upcoming months.

One minute you’re in Capitol Hill, grabbing coffee near Eastern Market, surrounded by historic rowhouses and the kind of neighborhood charm DC does so well.

The next, you’re out in the country side of Maryland or Virginia, and it feels like a completely different world.

But it kind of is.

And the next you're wandering through Old Town Alexandria past Misha’s Coffee, and it feels like a another completely different world.

The DC metro area just refuses to be one thing. You don’t have to choose. That’s kind of the whole point.

People moving to Montgomery County, Capitol Hill, and Northern Virginia keep telling me they didn’t expect this much variety. That tracks.

Ready to see what life is really like in Washington, DC?

If you’re thinking about moving to DC, relocating from New York City, or comparing neighborhoods based on lifestyle and daily routines, I’m more than happy to help you.

Comment GUIDE and I’ll send you my Moving to Washington, DC Guide, with neighborhood breakdowns, local favorites, and what living here ACTUALLY will be like.

—Hannah Powell, a Washington DC metro area real estate agent showing you the best of DC, Maryland, and Virginia real estate and all things local.

05/19/2026

Finding the right real estate agent in Washington, District Of Columbia comes down to one thing: will they work in your best interest, no matter what?

The kind of agent to hire is the one who tells you the truth, even when it’s a hard conversation to have.

That’s the standard I hold myself to, no matter the situation.

When you’re ready to work with an agent that’s more focused on getting YOU the win, I’m here to help! :)

—Hannah Powell, a Washington DC metro area real estate agent showing you the best of DC, Maryland, and Virginia real estate and all things local.

05/13/2026

Boulangerie Saint Georges in Washington, DC is one of those spots.

Comment SUMMER and I’ll send you my full Washington, DC local guide packed with places to eat, drink, and explore this season.

Boulangeire is the kind of place where you walk in not knowing what to order and leave already planning your next visit.

They just opened — and DC already knows. The lines have been insane, and honestly?

Completely justified.

Known for their flawless pastry case — the croissants, the kouign-amann, the kind of things you photograph before you eat and then immediately regret not ordering two of.

The space is small, unhurried, and deeply Parisian without trying too hard.

The kind of detail you notice and can’t stop thinking about.

Tucked inCapitol Hill right near Eastern Market — the kind of neighborhood that already had everything, and somehow just got better.

If you’re considering a move to Washington, DC or relocating to the DMV, this is exactly the kind of thing that makes the decision easy.

Whether you’re thinking about relocating from New York, or wanting to explore new neighborhoods in Washington, DC, I’d love to help!

Comment START or reach out anytime. I’m always here to talk through the details of how we can work together.

05/08/2026

Happy weekend!

And speaking of weekends, Memorial Day weekend is not too far off. So it’s time to start planning!

While Memorial Day weekend in Washington, DC feels like a vacation of its own — the getaways from here are just as good.

Comment SUMMER and I’ll send you my full DC local guide. You don’t need two weeks and a passport. You just need a plan and a few dates on your calendar to enjoy the DMV all summer long.

But if you are looking for a weekend escape, DC sits close enough to some of the best beach towns, mountain escapes, cities, and wine regions on the East Coast that most of these are doable on a tank of gas.

A mix of day trips and overnights — something for every kind of long weekend.

A few of my top picks for a Memorial Day weekend getaway:

Annapolis, MD / 45 min by car / Stay: Annapolis Waterfront Hotel
Charlottesville, VA / 2 hrs by car / Stay: Keswick Hall
Rehoboth Beach, DE / 2.5 hrs by car / Stay: The Bellmoor Inn & Spa
Shenandoah Valley, VA / 1.5 hrs by car / Stay: The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
New York City, NY / 4 hrs by car or 3-hr Amtrak / Stay: The Surrey

This is one of my favorite things about living in DC and the greater DMV.
The location puts you closer to more than most people realize.

Ready to start planning your summer activities in the city?

This is one of my favorite things about living in Washington, DC and the greater DMV.

The location puts you closer to more than most people realize.

Ready to plan your summer?

Comment SUMMER and I’ll send you my full DC local guide.

— Hannah Powell, Washington DC metro area real estate agent | DC, Maryland & Virginia real estate and all things local.

05/06/2026

Think bigger than asking for $10,000 off the list price. Here’s what’s to do instead.

Most Washington, DC buyers focus on the list price and miss the leverage hiding everywhere else.

Meanwhile, the levers that can save you the most don’t touch the list price at all. Ask the seller to buy down your rate.

This alone can save you tens of thousands over the life of the loan.

Then there’s repair credits. Instead of going back and forth over who fixes what, ask for a credit at closing.

You keep the money, choose your own contractor, and control what the finished product looks like.

Don’t forget to ask what stays with the home. Appliances, furniture, window treatments — all negotiable.

That’s money you don’t have to spend the week after closing.

And most importantly: talk to more than one lender.

I’ve seen the same buyer get wildly different rates from just two extra phone calls.

If you’re ready to buy or sell your home—I’d love to help.

Comment START or reach out anytime. I’m always happy to talk through the details of how we can work together!

—Hannah Powell, your local Washington, DC real estate agent showing you the best of DC, Maryland, and Virginia real estate and all things local.

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