Bring on the Foliage
While it's still technically summer for another few days, we all know the real end of summer is once Labor Day Weekend passes. And what a summer it was! We hope that everyone was able to recharge and reset (and hopefully stay cool!).
Every season brings something special to the DMV, but there's nothing quite like cooler days and beautiful foliage after a long, hot August. Before you know it, you'll see all kinds of orange, red, and yellow leaves spreading across your neighborhood.
When you get the rake out of your garage, pause for a beat to admire the beauty of your surroundings and reflect on your real estate goals for the last few months of the year. Once you're ready to explore your options, the team at Perennial is here for you!
Agent Spotlight: Meet Gali Sapir
Gali Sapir has built a reputation for providing responsive, knowledgeable, and client-focused real estate service throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Licensed in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC, she works with both buyers and sellers, helping clients navigate one of life's biggest financial decisions with confidence and clarity.
From the beginning of her real estate career, Gali demonstrated a natural talent for helping clients achieve their goals. Her early success led her to join Perennial Real Estate, where she became part of the leadership team and continues to help buyers and sellers throughout the region. She has been recognized as one of Washingtonian magazine's Best Real Estate Agents and reached more than $30 million in closed transaction volume during just her third full year in the business.
Gali believes every client deserves honest advice, strong communication, and an advocate who puts their interests first. Whether negotiating contract terms, helping buyers navigate a competitive market, or guiding sellers through the listing process, she focuses on helping clients understand their options and move through each stage of the transaction with clarity.
Clients appreciate Gali's responsiveness, attention to detail, and willingness to remain available from the first conversation through closing and beyond. She understands that buying or selling a home doesn't end when the paperwork is signed, and she takes pride in building lasting relationships that continue long after each transaction is complete.
Committed to continuous learning, Gali is always expanding her market knowledge to better serve her clients and stay current with changing market conditions throughout Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
Originally from Jerusalem, Gali's professional journey has included serving in the military and working as a pastry chef before beginning her real estate career. Those experiences helped shape the qualities her clients value today: discipline, trust, responsiveness, attention to detail, and a commitment to helping people succeed.
Learn more about Gali Sapir and her work with Perennial Real Estate.
Home Design
8 Wooden Staircases That Make the Most of the Material
From Dezeen, a look at eight residential interiors where wooden staircases become a defining part of the home's design.
Explore the feature on Dezeen.
The New Rules of Designing for Kids
Architectural Digest looks at how designers are approaching children's spaces today, from flexible rooms and screen-free activities to materials, color, and spaces that reflect children's individual personalities.
Read the article from Architectural Digest.
Community Calendar
WalkingTown DC
If you want to learn more about DC and get your steps in, lace up your walking shoes for WalkingTown DC. From September 19 through September 26, more than 50 free walking and biking tours are taking place across the District, offering opportunities to explore DC's neighborhoods, history, architecture, and culture.
Explore the 2026 WalkingTown DC tours.
Takoma Park Street Festival
One of our favorite days of the year in Takoma Park is coming up! The Takoma Park Street Festival returns Sunday, October 4, from 10 AM to 5 PM along Carroll Avenue. Expect live music, local artists and vendors, food, shops, and plenty of opportunities to spend the day enjoying the community.
Get details about the 2026 Takoma Park Street Festival.
Featured Properties
Property information reflects the September 2026 newsletter and may no longer represent current availability, pricing, or status.
Stay Connected With Perennial
Whether you're thinking about buying a home, considering selling, or simply keeping an eye on what's happening around the DMV, we're here when you need us.
Explore more Perennial Real Estate resources, learn about the communities we serve, or contact our team when you're ready to talk about your real estate plans.
