Update for 1/20/2012… At last. A new listing. One went under contract last week and there were no price reductions.
All the homes in this article are currently for sale within East Bethesda. The top of the list features the newest listings, while the bottom showcases those that have been on the market for quite some time. I’ll be updating this post every Friday, so be sure to check back to see what’s new, what’s gone, & what might be coming (and check out the date up top… if it’s not current, neither is this information!). I’ve lived in East Bethesda for over 16 years. I’ve sold real estate in East Bethesda for over 12 years. It’s a wonderful neighborhood within walking distance of two metro stops AND downtown Bethesda. While all of this information is available to you on the various search engines, I’ve taken the time to inject my opinion on the condition, pricing, and likelihood of each property selling… or not. I hope you’ll give me a call if you have any questions. I have loved living here over the years, and I want to share it with other enthusiastic people!
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4411 Maple Avenue, $699,000
Lovely center-hall Colonial with 3-4 bedroms and 2.5 baths. Renovated kitchen, fresh paint, & pretty wooden floors. First floor family room with powder room. 2nd floor offers 3BR and 1FB. Finished walk-out basement with new full bath (2009), ample built-in shelving and plenty of space for a rec room or 4th bedroom. Brick patio out back. 1/2 a block to the neighborhood park. Full disclosure… it’s my listing, and I love it! Click here for more photos. Days on Market: 0
4624 Windsor Lane, $675,000
Back on the market. 2 BR/2FB cape/bungalow. Walk to NIH metro. Built in 1938. Updated kitchen. The price is ambitious for only 2BR. Lot measures 6,371 s.f. 1-car garage. For sale by owner. Recent $20K price drop. Days on Market: 112
4301 Rosedale Avenue, $1,865,000
New property to be built by Miller Development on a 10,605 s.f lot. Touts upscale finishes, designer kitchen, energy efficient systems, hand cut stonework, and wide plank floors. 5BR/4.5BA. Recent and rather unusual $70K price increase (they’ve recently started construction, and I’m guessing there are some add-ons). Days on Market: 212
7903 Kentucky Avenue, $1,300,000 range
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Due to deliver sometime in the summer of 2012. Built by Douglas Construction. The lot is on the small side at 5,250 s.f., but you’re a short 2-block walk to the park, a 1-block walk to BCC high school, and 12 minutes to metro. Not yet on the MLS. Days on Market: unavailable
4527 & 4508 Maple Avenue, $1,525,000
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Both in various phases of construction. Both built by Douglas Construction. They put out a good, solid house. Not yet on the MLS. Days on Market: unavailable
4319 Rosedale Avenue, $1,575,000
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Still time for customization Also by Douglas Construction. Sits on a larger lot… 9,000+ s.f. Not yet on the MLS. Days on Market: unavailable
If you like East Bethesda, you might enjoy reading some of my other posts:
Top 10 Reasons to Live in East Bethesda
Walk to Bethesda Metro & Walk to NIH/Medical Center Metro
January 6 update: No new listings, no price drops, and 1 house went under contract (one of the townhouses - making this the first time in over a year that none are for sale within East Bethesda). Another house went directly from "on the market" to "sold"... no warning of a contract, so that one is gone, too. With only 4 homes advertised on the MLS, East Bethesda inventory is sorely lacking.
All the homes in this article are currently for sale within East Bethesda. The top of the list features the newest listings, while the bottom showcases those that have been on the market for quite some time. I'll be updating this post every Friday, so be sure to check back to see what's new, what's gone, & what might be coming (and check out the date up top... if it's not current, neither is this information!). I've lived in East Bethesda for over 16 years. I've sold real estate in East Bethesda for over 12 years. It's a wonderful neighborhood within walking distance of two metro stops AND downtown Bethesda. While all of this information is available to you on the various search engines, I've taken the time to inject my opinion on the condition, pricing, and likelihood of each property selling... or not. I hope you'll give me a call if you have any questions. I have loved living here over the years, and I want to share it with other enthusiastic people!
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4710 Jones Bridge Rd., $575,000
This one is a puzzle. Expanded brick cape on a very busy corner (Jones Bridge and Wisconsin Avenue just across from NIH and the BRAC expansion). Back when it was a rental it used to sport a "Fortunes Told" sign, much to the chagrin of the neighbors. The MLS listing has it with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, though there are plenty of additional rooms and plumbing... makes me wonder if some of the work wasn't officially permitted? The walls have been painted but the floors are a mess. Needs a lot of work for the price. Days on Market: 25
8613 Brandt Place, $1,099,000
Nice arts and crafts home with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. Rental unit in basement- tenants willing to extend lease. Big kitchen/family room with cathedral ceilings. Large deck off of family room. 2-car garage. Easy walk to NIH and metro. Days on Market: 36
4624 Windsor Lane, $695,000
Back on the market. 2 BR/2FB cape/bungalow. Walk to NIH metro. Built in 1938. Updated kitchen. The price is ambitious for only 2BR. Lot measures 6,371 s.f. 1-car garage. For sale by owner. Days on Market: 91
4301 Rosedale Avenue, $1,865,000
New property to be built by Miller Development on a 10,605 s.f lot. Touts upscale finishes, designer kitchen, energy efficient systems, hand cut stonework, and wide plank floors. 5BR/4.5BA. Recent and rather unusual $70K price increase (they've recently started construction, and I'm guessing there are some add-ons). Days on Market: 198
7903 Kentucky Avenue, $1,300,000 range
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Due to deliver sometime in the summer of 2012. Built by Douglas Construction. The lot is on the small side at 5,250 s.f., but you're a short 2-block walk to the park, a 1-block walk to BCC high school, and 12 minutes to metro. Not yet on the MLS. Days on Market: unavailable
4527 & 4508 Maple Avenue, $1,525,000
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Both in various phases of construction. Both built by Douglas Construction. They put out a good, solid house. Not yet on the MLS. Days on Market: unavailable
4319 Rosedale Avenue, $1,575,000
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Still time for customization Also by Douglas Construction. Sits on a larger lot... 9,000+ s.f. Not yet on the MLS. Days on Market: unavailable
If you like East Bethesda, you might enjoy reading some of my other posts:
Top 10 Reasons to Live in East Bethesda
Walk to Bethesda Metro & Walk to NIH/Medical Center Metro
Happy holidays, East Bethesda. It’s time for the annual wrap up. 2011 numbers have held steady from 2010, inching up a modest 0.6%. This isn’t a bad thing. Prices rose by 6.3% in 2010 – the first increase in 3 years. Given the continuing turmoil in the rest of the country, the plateau is a welcome relief.
The 2011 average sales price in East Bethesda was $903,951, with a total of 44 transactions. That’s a 7% increase in volume over 2010 when we had 41 sales averaging $898,224.
Mortgage rates are hovering just under 4% for a 30-year fixed rate (up to $729K). How low can they go? Now is the time to buy or refinance.
Inventory is low. There are currently 5 active listings in the neighborhood ranging from $575,000 - $1,865,000 (3 listings are over $1-million & 2 under). Now is a good time to sell. Three of my four East Bethesda listings this last year received multiple bids and sold for more than the asking price. Price it right, spiff it up, and it should sell quickly.
The graph below is full of statistics about the East Bethesda market place.
If you would like to learn more about the individual properties that sold, please contact me and I'll happily send you some detailed information.
If a move is in your future, I would be very happy to help you learn more about our local market and/or provide you with a complementary home evaluation and price analysis. I've lived in East Bethesda for over 15 years. Give me a call!
To read more about East Bethesda: Top 10 Reasons to Live in East Bethesda or East Bethesda School Guide
Original Source: Bethesda Parking 2012 and Beyond...
Bethesda parking, or lack there of, will soon become even more of a challenge.
Starting around January 15, Lots 31 and 31A (a.k.a. the parking lots across from Barnes & Noble) will be closed fur 30 months during construction. In short, 270 surface parking spaces will disappear. The county plans to build a large underground public parking garage on this space (around 940 spaces), and up top will be 88 luxury condominiums (The Darcy) and 162 apartments (The Flats).
Parking, as you can well imagine, will be difficult. To ease the pain the county plans on shifting some long term parking out of the neighboring public garages and adding 103 short-term spots and 9 ADA spots. Long terms spaces will be available at the public lot on the corner of Woodmont and Old Georgetown and the Auburn-Del Ray Avenue garage. The free Bethesda Circulator* will ferry you from downtown Bethesda to the outlying lots. Of course, they’ll be increasing the frequency of service.
It's not going to be a whole lotta fun. Time to tune up my bike.
Original Source: East Bethesda MD 20814 Homes for Sale 12/2/11
Update for 12/2/2011... 1 new listing, 1 price drop & 1 under contract.
All the homes in this article are currently for sale within East Bethesda. The top of the list features the newest listings, while the bottom showcases those that have been on the market for quite some time. I'll be updating this post every Friday, so be sure to check back to see what's new, what's gone, & what might be coming (and check out the date up top... if it's not current, neither is this information!). I've lived in East Bethesda for over 16 years. I've sold real estate in East Bethesda for over 12 years. It's a wonderful neighborhood within walking distance of two metro stops AND downtown Bethesda. While all of this information is available to you on the various search engines, I've taken the time to inject my opinion on the condition, pricing, and likelihood of each property selling... or not. I hope you'll give me a call if you have any questions. I have loved living here over the years, and I want to share it with other enthusiastic people!
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8613 Brandt Place, $1,099,000
Nice arts and crafts home with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths. Rental unit in basement- tenants willing to extend lease. Big kitchen/family room with cathedral ceilings. Large deck off of family room. 2-car garage. Easy walk to NIH and metro. Days on Market: 0
4523 Cheltenham Drive, $759,000
Perfect little gem of a colonial on a pretty block. 3BR/1FB up. Another 1BR/1FB in the lower level. Pretty kitchen with stainless and granite. Handsome paint and tile throughout. Finished basement. Big shed in the back. It's one of the smaller colonials, and because of this might be a touch enthusiastic on the price. Recent $15K price drop. Days on Market: 43
4624 Windsor Lane, $695,000
Back on the market. 2 BR/2FB cape/bungalow. Walk to NIH metro. Built in 1938. Updated kitchen. The price is ambitious for only 2BR. Lot measures 6,371 s.f. 1-car garage. For sale by owner. Days on Market: 56
4301 Rosedale Avenue, $1,795,000
New property to be built by Miller Development on a 10,605 s.f lot. Touts upscale finishes, designer kitchen, energy efficient systems, hand cut stonework, and wide plank floors. 5BR/4.5BA. Days on Market: 163
8507 Halston Way, $960,000
This townhouse features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and 2 half baths. 4-levels of living, including a 2-car garage. Granite in the kitchen, and private deck with a fig tree! Days on Market: 316
4306 Chestnut Street, $1,695,000
This one will be ready in mid-October. 5BR/4.5FB. Built by Georgetown Development. Beautiful block. Shady, large trees. Fabulous location. Days on Market: 473
4527 & 4508 Maple Avenue, $1,525,000
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Both in various phases of construction. Both built by Douglas Construction. They put out a good, solid house. Days on Market: unavailable
4319 Rosedale Avenue, $1,575,000
6 bedrooms/5.5 baths. 4 levels. Still time for customization Also by Douglas Construction. Sits on a larger lot... 9,000+ s.f. Days on Market: unavailable[space]
If you like East Bethesda, you might enjoy reading some of my other posts:
Top 10 Reasons to Live in East Bethesda
Walk to Bethesda Metro & Walk to NIH/Medical Center Metro
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Helping buyers and sellers in Bethesda/Chevy Chase and DC. Fabulously organized. Locally knowledgeable. Cool under pressure. Connected. Please call me if you're looking to buy or sell in 2011.
I've been selling houses in Bethesda, Chevy Chase and DC for 12+ years, though I've long been immersed in the world of real estate. My mother was an agent, and in fact, co-owned Chambers-Cross, a real estate office in the Chicago suburbs (Winnetka).
My area of expertise is concentrated in Bethesda/Chevy Chase, where I live, though I'm well versed in the overall DC market. I'm actively involved in the community and schools, having served as membership coordinator for the East Bethesda Citizens Association, and a two-year term as PTA Co-president at Chevy Chase Elementary School. In 2011-12 I'll serve as co-vice president for Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School PTSA. What was I thinking? I've got great contacts and a wealth of information about and throughout the region.
I work with new buyers, old buyers, repeat buyers, short sale buyers... These days most people can find their future home of choice on-line. My job is to help you sort through all of the minutia involved in buying a house: figuring out local comparables, transportation, restaurants, schools, and most importantly, financing, home inspections & contract negotiation. It's my job to help you get the best house for the best price. It can take a week. It can take a year. I'm with you every step of the way.
I also work with all sorts of sellers (condos, houses, down-sizers, up-sizers, estate sales, out-of-town sellers and those just plain leaving town!).. The key to my success has been in my extensive familiarity with the DC region and my complete devotion to detail. I work with an in-house graphic designer and photographer, so your house is always shown in the best possible light- both on-line and through our gorgeous brochures. I can offer a variety of inexpensive staging options for furnished or un-furnished homes. And I'll preview your home and make suggestions for improving various elements enabling you to position yourself to get top dollar. I advertise not only through print media (The Post, the Washingtonian, etc) but through a variety of social media including the Multiple Listing Service, Craigs List, Realtor.com, Zillow, Redfin, and my own website: bccdcRealEstate.com
Buying and selling property in Bethesda/Chevy Chase/DC need not be an angst-ridden event. With the right agent to guide you through the process, it can, in fact, be quite enjoyable. And while I'm laid-back with my clients, I'm rather fierce when it comes to negotiating on their behalf.
If you're in the market for a home in Bethesda, or have a home to sell in Chevy Chase, or DC, give me a call.
Here's why: I'm professional, organized, keep you in the loop on a daily (and sometimes hourly) basis, and have a wonderful roster of past and present clients. I know the schools, transportation, running trails, dog parks, restaurants, sports leagues, neighborhood clubs/pools, etc... I've got a long list of tried and true vendors who provide me (and you) with assistance on mortgages, inspections, home repairs, landscaping, under-ground oil tanks, mold remediation.... you name it! I can walk you forward and backward through a contract. I've got great connections AND I'm connected. Check out my BLOG at: www.bccdcRealEstate.com
I take pride in knowing the ins and outs of the Bethesda, Chevy Chase and DC real estate world. And with 11+ years experience in real estate, I've weathered every kind of market... the good, the bad and the recently complicated. I have first hand experience with what it's like to be an investor/landlord, and I have experience with bank sales. I enjoy doing the research required to thoroughly know my markets.
I take my job very seriously. And I love it! I'm happy to say that the bulk of my business comes from past clients and by the way of referrals. To me, that's the ultimate compliment.
If you're new to the Bethesda, Chevy Chase or DC market, you might care to check out some of the articles below (also found on my website). They are full of practical information along with local market trends:
2010 Wrap Up (for Bethesda, Chevy Chase and DC)
How to get from "Under Contract" to "Closed" in 11 (sometimes) Easy Steps
Asking Price vs. Selling Price
How to Avoid the Inspection Jitters
House Hunting Wish List: tips to help you figure it all out
Mortgage Don'ts
BCC Cluster Schools
Whitman Cluster Schools
10 Common Selling Myths
Selling an Estate in Bethesda, MD
When Part of the Job is NOT making the Sale
Walk to Bethesda Metro
Walk to NIH/Medical Center Metro
My husband and I worked with Marcie to purchase a single family home in Bethesda. Having worked with almost a half dozen realtors in the past ten years (bought and sold two other properties), we highly recommend Marcie as a knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated professional.
Our main criterion for selecting an agent was expertise in the Bethesda/Chevy Chase market as we were looking for a house within walking distance of a Bethesda-area metro stop. Marcie did not disappoint! Her extensive knowledge of the characteristics of the various neighborhoods and the quality and value of the housing options within the neighborhoods were invaluable in setting our expectations and helping us buy the best house for us. Marcie is easy to talk to and is a good listener, which ended up being critical for us as she found us our house before it officially went on the market.
Marcie’s experience and professionalism really shine when it comes to getting from the contract to the closing. For us, the process was almost painless with Marcie. She was always on top of the deadlines and details, she negotiated title company fees on our behalf, and she took care of several items that were not her responsibility but made life easier for us (for example, arranging for the removal of the freezer left behind by the seller).
Marcie’s dedication to real estate and to her clients goes beyond the transaction at hand. She has generously shared with us many of her contacts: from hardwood flooring vendors to pediatricians. And her website and blog continue to provide us with useful information about Bethesda and the surrounding community.
Marcie has an easy-going personality and is a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend her to home buyers.
-Rosemary & John, 2011 Purchasers
I am pleased to write a review about Marcie Sandalow. I was a first time home buyer and found Marcie on the internet while I was inquiring about a property. Though I ended up not pursuing that particular listing, Marcie suggested we still meet and I could give her my wish lists for a home. She was extremely flexible and was able to show me several properties around my schedule. Being from the area, Marcie has extensive knowledge about the Washington, DC metro area, and has many great connections in financing and home repairs. Once I found the property I knew I wanted to pursue, Marcie was very diligent and thorough in making sure I got what I wanted. Not to mention, she showed me the property several times at my request so I could make sure it was perfect. I really felt that she was looking out for my best interests during and after the sell. I would recommend Marcie to anyone looking to purchase a house from a first time home buyer to a veteran.
Melanie A. (Washington, DC), 2011 Purchaser
We worked with Marcie to sell our house. We really enjoyed the experience (as much as you can enjoy selling your house). We felt well matched with her. She was easy to work with, well organized and personable. We were confident in her knowledge of our neighborhood. We agreed with the price range that she suggested and sold the house in just a few days. One of the most important factors for us in choosing someone was their integrity. Marcie has a great reputation in our neighborhood and we felt like she was following good business practices and treating us fairly. We would freely recommend her to anyone who asks.
Heather & Greg, 2010 Sellers
I have been a real estate owner and investor in the DC area for ten years. I’ve worked with several agents, but always keep coming back to Marcie. She has several qualities that make her both an excellent agent and a pleasure to work with.
First, Marcie treats your priorities as her own. This is a rare quality among real estate agents as most of them frankly are after a commission and don’t make their decisions based on the client’s needs and wants. Marcie in contrast makes important decisions (such as recommendations for offering price) based on what the client’s bottom line priorities are.
Second, Marcie is patient and has a pleasant personality. This is important because real estate transactions can often be somewhat of an emotional roller coaster and its good if someone on the team is grounded and willing to deal with the back and forth of the shopping process. Buying or selling real estate can take a long time, and it’s a real bonus to work with someone who is likable.
Third, Marcie is organized, efficient and follows through. The process of buying or selling real estate in DC often has a lot of moving parts, for example you need to draw up lists of open houses to visit, often there is a need to coordinate with four or five different individuals or organizations (buyers, sellers, agents, bankers, closing attorneys, inspectors, contractors, etc.). Marcie is also great about keeping her word. If she says something will get taken care of it, it gets taken care of. No need to monitor or follow up, she gets the job done and moves the deal forward.
Fourth, Marcie works with a good outfit. Evers and Company is a good real estate agency with a great reputation for honesty and excellent service. This is important because there are synergies that come along with working for a better company – for example you get more local knowledge about which properties have problems, which closing attorneys are to be avoided, where good deals can be found, etc. This is important for reducing the overall amount of stress in the transaction as well as maximizing your profit and minimizing your hassles.
All in all I give Marcie an A+. Give her a call, you won’t regret it.
-James H., Multiple Purchaser and Seller 1999-Present
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