5 Tips for Adding Smart-Tech to Your Home

August 7, 2019Real Estate & Local News

Whether you’re looking to add energy-efficient lighting sources or remotely-controlled security systems and thermostats, smart home technology devices are becoming increasingly ubiquitous. Here are five tips for making sure you and your home are prepared before installing the latest in home smart-tech: *Contact your local utility provider to ask about rebates and tax credits for … Read More

COMING SOON: Exquisitely Renovated Chevy Chase Condo

August 5, 2019Featured Listing

*COMING SOON* 4550 N Park Ave #214 Chevy Chase, MD 20815 Features: *Luxurious 2 BR/2 BA condo *Stunning architectural details & premium location *Open living area with designer lighting *Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances *Balcony with room for outdoor table & sitting area *Master suite with walk-in closet & full bath *Additional spacious bedroom … Read More

5 Tips Before Starting the Custom Build Process

August 2, 2019Real Estate & Local News

The custom-home building process can be more complex than anticipated, with unexpected hurdles along the way. Here are four things owners should understand before starting their projects: #1- Breaking ground may take longer than you think. Breaking ground requires a number of administrative tasks to be completed, such as getting floor plans approved by an … Read More

JUST SOLD by Carolyn Homes: 8636 Melwood Road

July 31, 2019Featured Listing

8636 Melwood Road, Bethesda, MD 20817 MULTIPLE Offers, Under Contract in Just 4 Days & Sold ABOVE List Price!   Close Price: $929,500 Original List Price: $929,000 Days on Market: 5 Close Date: July 31, 2019 Subdivision: Hillmead Square Footage: 2,619 finished sqft Lot Size: 0.15a/6,430 sqft Style: Colonial   Features: *5 BR/3.5 BA *Family Room Expansion … Read More

Bethesda Magazine Summer Restaurant Week: August 9-18!

July 29, 2019DC/MD/VA Events

Make your reservations now – Bethesda Magazine’s Summer Restaurant Week returns August 9 – 18, featuring delicious lunch, brunch, and dinner prix fixe menus at select local restaurants! This year’s participating restaurants include: *Brickside *Buena Vida *City Perch Kitchen & Bar *Del Frisco’s Grille *Jaleo *Matchbox *Mon Ami Gabi *Raku *Stella Barra *Silver & Many … Read More

MUST-SEE Bethesda/Chevy Chase/Potomac Open Houses This Weekend!

July 25, 2019Featured Listing

4318 Rosedale Avenue Bethesda, MD 20814 Offered at: $1,899,000 Open House: Sunday, July 28, 2-4 PM Features: *6 BR/5.5 BA *Exquisite, hand-painted interior walls *10′ ceilings *Hardwood floors *Gourmet kitchen *Home theater, steam shower, & fitness room *Master suite w office, walk-in closets, & bath *New exterior paint *1 mile to 2 Metro stops *Easy … Read More

Montgomery County Overhauls Zoning Laws, Expanding ADUs

July 24, 2019Real Estate & Local News

The Montgomery County Council voted unanimously Tuesday to change the zoning laws, removing significant barriers for homeowners who want to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on their properties. At-large Councilmember Hans Riemer, chair of the Council’s Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee, sponsored the measure, which is intended to increase options for renters in the … Read More

JBG Smith Announces Plans for National Landing

July 22, 2019Real Estate & Local News

Developer JBG Smith, Amazon’s HQ2 landlord, has submitted a proposal to Arlington County to build nearly 1,000 new residences at Pentagon Row, near the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City mall. The new housing units would be built between the existing RiverHouse development at Army Navy Drive, South Joyce Street and South Lynn Street. The residences … Read More

DC-Area Home Prices Set Record, Inventory Hits 6-Year Low

July 17, 2019Real Estate & Local News

Median home prices for June reached the highest price on record for the region at $490,000, up 4% year-over-year (source: Bright MLS). June was the 33rd consecutive month of price appreciation when compared to 2018 levels. Homebuyers are facing intense competition, as the number of listings overall have dwindled 13.3% and new-to-market listings fell 7%. … Read More