This area has gone through many changes in the last 5 years. In fact it seem almost daily. If you want to learn about Corcoran Street use the Washington Post, or Washington Times for what is happening in the area. The 'townhouse' that was called a 'rowhouse' at the time you are requesting information now may be 3 or 4 apartments/condos. At the time you are talking about usually one family lived in the house. Remember that families stayed together until they married. Or they stayed to care for other older relatives any single children living in the house. Just north - about 2-3 blocks is U Street that has really gone through changes especially in the build up of condos/apartments and the entertainment areas. ************************************** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com.