BCCDC Real Estate by Marcie Sandalow

If you like East Bethesda, you might enjoy reading some of my other posts:

Walk to Bethesda Metro & Walk to NIH/Medical Center Metro

If you would like to take a look at any of these East Bethesda properties, give me a call. I’d be happy to arrange a tour.

Lastly, if you would prefer to break outside the confines of East Bethesda, take a look at the attached alternative Bethesda/Chevy Chase zip codes. I work throughout Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and DC:

Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

The Evers & Co. April 2012 Real Estate Report

marciesandalow — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:32:41 +0000

The brisk spring market heated up in April in the close-in Metro area. The dollar volume of sales increased 13% over the previous year, and the average price went up 5% over April 2011. The area showing the biggest increase was Arlington with a huge 38% increase in dollar volume of sales and an 18% increase in price over the previous year.

Of the hot real estate market areas, Arlington offers many walkable neighborhoods with good Metro access, at slightly (for now) lower prices than NW Washington and lower Montgomery County. It also has many neighborhoods with smaller houses that serve as perfect first time homes for young people moving up from their first condo or rental apartment.

Numbers show most of the greater Metro-area marketplace doing better than last year, and with the existing strong momentum, this should continue into summer.

*Statistics are taken from the Metropolitan Information System for three areas: Washington, D.C., Montgomery County, Maryland; and Fairfax County, Arlington, and Alexandria in Virginia.

New Speed Cameras in Montgomery County MD

marciesandalow — Sat, 12 May 2012 17:57:55 +0000

There are 18 new speed cameras being installed in the near future in Montgomery County. The following locations have just been released.

NB = North Bound, SB = South Bound etc.

Be prepared! Be scared!

* NB Colesville Road @ Dale Drive

* SB Colesville Road @ Fenton Street

* NB Columbia Pike @ University Boulevard

* NB Columbia Pike @ Tech Road

* SB Columbia Pike @ Tech Road

* NB Connecticut Avenue @ Randolph Road

* NB Connecticut Avenue @ Knowles Avenue

* SB Frederick Road @ Middlebrook Road

* NB N. Frederick Road @ Montgomery Village Avenue

* NB S. Frederick Road @ Shady Grove Road

* SB Georgia Avenue @ Randolph Road

* SB Georgia Avenue @ Norbeck Road

* SB Georgia Avenue @ Connecticut Avenue

* SB Georgia Avenue @ Colesville Road

* SB Georgia Avenue @ 16th Street

* EB East Gude Drive @ Southlawn Lane

* WB East Gude Drive @ Crabbs Branch

* NB Midcounty Hwy & Goshen Road

* SB New Hampshire Avenue & Lockwood Drive

* SB New Hampshire Ave @ Dilston Lane

* NB Old Georgetown Road @ Edson Lane

* NB Quince Orchard Road @ Firstfield Road

* EB Randolph Road @ Dewey Road

* WB Randolph Road @ Kemp Mill Road

* WB Randolph Road @ Selfridge Road

* WB Randolph Road @ Dewey Road

* EB Redland Road @ Crabbs Branch Road

* EB River Road @ Goldsboro Road

* WB River Road @ Wilson Lane

* SB Rockville Pike @ Grosvenor Lane

* SB Rockville Pike @ Halpine Lane

* WB Shady Grove @ MD 355/Frederick Road

* WB Shady Grove Road @ Research Boulevard

* EB University Boulevard @ Inwood Avenue

* EB University Boulevard @ Columbia Pike

* NB Viers Mill Road @ Newport Mill Road

* SB Viers Mill Road @ Twinbrook Parkway

* NB Wisconsin Ave @ Montgomery Lane

* SB Wisconsin Ave. @ Cheltenham Drive

Click here for new speed cameras in DC

East Bethesda MD 20814 Homes for Sale 5/11/12

marciesandalow — Fri, 11 May 2012 18:57:35 +0000

My, my. Things have been busy lately. Update for 5/11/2012… 2 new listings, 1 under contract, 2 price drops, & 1 returning listing.

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4314 Kentbury Drive, $998,000
4BR/3.5BA colonial on a large lot (9,119 s.f.). Just hit the market moments ago, so I haven’t seen it. No photos, either. However, it is said to have a lovely addition, granite counters, breakfast bar and family room. Days on Market: 0

4529 Rosedale Avenue, $779,000
This one was on the market a few years back. Updated kitchen with pretty cabinets and granite, opening to a nice, sunny family room. 3BR/1FB on the 2nd level. Another full bath in the finished lower level. Yard is level and surprisingly spacious, despite smaller lot. Deck. Days on Market: 1

4510 Rosedale Avenue, $1,339,000
6BR/4.5BA newish construction (2006). 4,800 s.f. lot. Looks to be in lovely, move-in condition. Pretty kitchen with tan granite and white cabinets. Master bedroom closet to die for. Just a couple of blocks from Lynbrook Park. Days on Market: 7

4613 West Virginia Avenue, $1,172,500
Not sure why this one is back on the market. It just sold in December ‘11. That said, it’s a lovely house with 5BR/3.5BA. Vaulted ceiling in the family room, wooden floors, open kitchen. 2 fireplaces. Detached garage. Pretty front porch and a back deck. 1.5 blocks to Wisconsin. Luscious landscaping. Days on Market: 14

4608 West Virginia Avenue, $949,000
Handsome bungalow with a lovely front porch, inviting living room with a fireplace, good looking hardwood floors and a glorious garden. Sits on a double lot, not that this does anyone much good, minus the builders. Large, almost separate 2-level addition in the back of the house – connected at the kitchen. Adds value to the property, but isn’t easily incorporated into the rest of the house. Buyer specific. Days on Market: 29

8511 Halston Way, $965,000
Nope, this you’re not seeing double. Two townhomes are available and they are next door to each other. The only difference is a mere 3 feet and an extra full bath (this unit is “larger” and more bathy). 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 2 half baths, and 4 levels. 1-car garage. Refinished floors and a hot tub. Days on Market: 29

8513 Halston Way, $965,000
Townhouse. 4-levels of fun. Marble-tiled bath, jacuzzi tub, 11-foot ceilings and a custom kitchen with granite counters. Private deck. Days on Market: 31

4422 Rosedale Avenue, $1,399,000
5 BR/4.5BA. New construction/older house to be torn down. On one of the smaller lots, so probably not much of a yard. 1-car garage. Days on Market: 35

4624 Windsor Lane, $664,995
Back on the market with a new low price. 2BR/2FB Cape on a 6,371 s.f. lot. 1-car garage. Updated kitchen. Built in 1938. Days on Market: 196

RECENT SALES IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

ACTIVE LISTINGS MAP:

If you like East Bethesda, you might enjoy reading some of my other posts:

Walk to Bethesda Metro & Walk to NIH/Medical Center Metro

If you would like to take a look at any of these East Bethesda properties, give me a call. I’d be happy to arrange a tour.

Lastly, if you would prefer to break outside the confines of East Bethesda, take a look at the attached alternative Bethesda/Chevy Chase zip codes. I work throughout Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and DC:

Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

House & Garden Tour- Takoma Park 5/6/12

marciesandalow — Sat, 05 May 2012 17:20:44 +0000

My business partner and I have been doing a lot of research on older homes in the area. A few years back Cati sold a house in Takoma Park that once belonged to the daughter of Frederick Douglass. Because of her research, she’s been in touch with the wonderful ladies (well, we’ve met two of them!) who help run Historic Takoma, Inc. Cati and I were treated to a short walking tour last week, compliments of Diana Kohn (President) and Lorraine Pearsall (VP for Preservation). During the tour we learned of a number of homes that had been saved from demolition over the years. We also spied a number of Sears Kit Houses (our favorite!).

The House & Garden Tour takes place tomorrow, May 6, 2012 in Takoma Park, MD. Admission is $20. The tour runs from 1-5pm. Tickets and brochures are available at the corner of Piney Branch and Eastern Avenues (Upper Portal Park). On the tour are a number of wonderful homes, including several Sears catalog houses, older Victorians, the house belonging to Frederick Douglass’s daughter, and more! It’s a wonderfully eclectic mix. Don’t miss it!

East Bethesda MD 20814 Homes for Sale 5/4/12

marciesandalow — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:57:28 +0000

Oh, How did it get to be May? Update for 5/4/2012… 1 new listing, 1 under contract, & 2 new price drops.

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4500 South Chelsea Lane, $629,990
This one came and went, and is back on the market. Interestingly enough, it started out at $595K and once under contract the price changed to $695K. It’s now back on at $649K. The house is old, dated and is in need of a face lift. At $595K it was decently priced. Now, not so sure. Newsflash… new reduction of $29K. Days on Market: 9

8513 Halston Way, $965,000
Townhouse. 4-levels of fun. Marble-tiled bath, jacuzzi tub, 11-foot ceilings and a custom kitchen with granite counters. Private deck. Days on Market: 24

4422 Rosedale Avenue, $1,399,000
5 BR/4.5BA. New construction/older house to be torn down. On one of the smaller lots, so probably not much of a yard. 1-car garage. Days on Market: 28

8108 Kentbury Drive, $1,750,000
Handsome newer home by Miller Construction. Built in 2009. Lots of gleaming hardwood, sunshine and granite. 3+BR on the 2nd floor with an option for a 4th. 3rd floor sitting room. Large basement with lots of space and an extra bedroom. 2-car garage. Pretty wrap-around porch. Right around the corner from Lynbrook Park. Days on Market: 38

RECENT SALES IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

ACTIVE LISTINGS MAP:

If you like East Bethesda, you might enjoy reading some of my other posts:

Walk to Bethesda Metro & Walk to NIH/Medical Center Metro

If you would like to take a look at any of these East Bethesda properties, give me a call. I’d be happy to arrange a tour.

Lastly, if you would prefer to break outside the confines of East Bethesda, take a look at the attached alternative Bethesda/Chevy Chase zip codes. I work throughout Bethesda, Chevy Chase, and DC:

Information deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Bethesda Community Garden Club Plant Sale

marciesandalow — Thu, 03 May 2012 01:10:43 +0000

The Bethesda Community Garden Club’s annual plant sale is this week week!

Rain or shine, the 2012 sale will run from 7:00 am until 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 3

It’s conveniently located at the the Bethesda Farm Women’s Market (7155 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda). Metered public parking is available in the lot behind the market.

Find wonderful buys on a large selection of perennials grown in members’ well-tended gardens. Also for sale: herbs, annuals, native plants, shrubs, and vines.

Novices and experts alike can pose their gardening questions to knowledgeable garden club members on site.

Proceeds benefit various community projects, including landscaping at Bethesda and Davis libraries and a Montgomery College scholarship in landscape technology. Plan now to support the Bethesda Community Garden Club — celebrating 89 years of community service.

Rain or Shine!

Questions, please contact: Patricia at pspmd@rcn.com

Cost Comparison for DC-VA-MD Public Universities

marciesandalow — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:14:36 +0000

While I can’t claim to be one of them, some very organized and long-range planner types actually choose a state in which to live based on the caliber or cost of the state university. Around this tri-state area (DC, MD & VA), a few miles can make a very large difference.

While in-state tuition (see cost comparison chart) for these 3 universities is roughly the same (@ $23,000 annually), out-of-state costs vary widely. U-DC appears to be the best value for out-of-towners at $30,019, followed by University of Maryland ($39,804). U-VA comes in third with a whopping $48,988.

There are privileges to living in DC. The state will provide up to $10,000 per year ($50K max) the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at participating state colleges through out the US. Additionally, $2,500 per year is available at some local private colleges or historically black colleges and universities in the US. For more information call the DC Tuition Assistance Grant Program office at 202-727-2824.

Fear the Turtle…

East Bethesda MD 20814 Homes for Sale 4/27/12

marciesandalow — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:41:38 +0000

Update for 4/27/2012… 4 new listings (sorta), nothing under contract, no new price drops, and 1 listing withdrawn.

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8614 Lynbrook Drive, $849,900
4BR/2FB on the 2nd floor, and a half bath on both the 1st floor and the basement. Lovely house with a thoughtful addition (2006). Silestone in the kitchen. Open floor plan. Mud room. Office. Hardwood floors, and a detached garage. Unfinished basement. Short walk to NIH Metro. Days on Market: 0

4613 West Virginia Avenue, $1,195,000
Not sure why this one is back on the market. It just sold in December ‘11. That said, it’s a lovely house with 5BR/3.5BA. Vaulted ceiling in the family room, wooden floors, open kitchen. 2 fireplaces. Detached garage. Pretty front porch. 1.5 blocks to Wisconsin. Luscious landscaping. Days on Market: 0

4410 Rosedale Avenue, $719,000
Cute as a button. Renovated bungalow with 5BR and 3.5BA. So much larger than it looks. Nicely renovated kitchen with some fancy appliances and a quick get-away to the green back yard. Sleek master bath. Good looking harwood floors. Walk out basement. Sadly, dog does not convey. Short walk to Lynbrook Park. Days on Market: 2

4500 South Chelsea Lane, $649,000
This one came and went, and is back on the market. Interestingly enough, it listed for $595K and once it went under contract they changed the price to $695. It’s now back on at $649K. The house is old, dated and is in need of a face lift. At $595 it was decently priced. Now, not so sure. Days on Market: 5

8513 Halston Way, $965,000
Townhouse. 4-levels of fun. Marble-tiled bath, jacuzzi tub, 11-foot ceilings and a custom kitchen with granite counters. Private deck. Days on Market: 17

4422 Rosedale Avenue, $1,399,000
5 BR/4.5BA. New construction/older house to be torn down. On one of the smaller lots, so probably not much of a yard. 1-car garage. Days on Market: 21

RECENT SALES IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD:

ACTIVE LISTINGS MAP:

If you like East Bethesda, you might enjoy reading some of my other posts: