Local Real Estate News
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- Luxury rents in Washington, D.C. are 57% higher than non-luxury (via Curbed DC)
Upcoming Local Events

Reston Hospital (1850 Town Center Pkwy.) will offer a one-day class from 4:30-6:30 p.m. July 18 on pre-diabetes. Topics include an overview of pre-diabetes and how to make small changes for big differences in preventing or delaying the onset of Type 2 diabetes. Diet, exercise, stress reduction and medical conditions such as hypertension will be addressed. The cost to attend is $50. 703-689-9164.
The hospital will also offer “Baby Care Basics” from 6 to 9 p.m. July 25. Topics covered will include a review of immediate newborn care and testing procedures, the six principle needs of infants, basic instruction on bathing, diapering and swaddling, as well as a visit from a pediatrician who will discuss newborn care and concerns. The cost is $24 to attend.
Don’t forget all of the FREE summer film festivals, concerts, community cookouts, ice cream socials and yoga classes in Reston listed here.
Did I miss an event happening today? Know about something coming up? Have a real estate question? Let me know in the comments below.