Ayrlawn, Bethesda is located West of Old Georgetown Road and North of Greentree Road.  Presently, there are Four homes on the market. Of the Six older homes One is in its origional condition and Five are renovated.  Their prices range from $539,000 to $674,000. There are Two newer Colonial homes priced at $1,298,500 (built 2005)and $1,450,000 (to be built).  Days on market are 662 and 76 days respectively. There are Two homes under contract.  They were priced at $575,000 (273 days on market) and $674,000 (38 days on market). Ayrlawn absorption rate is 2 months, down from  8 months in early May.     06/19/2009

Sonoma, Bethesda is located West of Old Georgetown and North of Suburban Hospital.  There are 119 homes in the community.  Presently, there is one Cape Cod home with Three bedroom Two bath on the market. The 1938 home is priced at $699,000 and has some updates.  It has been listed for the last 434 days. There are no homes under contract. Sonoma's absorption rate in One month.   06/19/2009

Wyngate, Bethesda is located East of Fernwood Road and North of Greentree.  There are 422 homes in Wyngate.  Some of the homes are Ramblers, some are Cape Cods and some Colonial.  There are contemporary homes, renovated homes and new Colonial homes. Presently, there are Six homes on the market.  Four are original homes listed from $450,000-$620,000. Days on market range from 42 day to 424 days. There are Two new homes: One has Five bedroom Five bath priced at $1,375,000 and one with six bedrooms and Six bath priced at $1,399,900.  Both homes had a price reduction. Four homes listed from $499,999 to $999,000 are under contract.  Wyngate's absorption rate dropped to 1 1/2 months from 10 months at the begining of May.  The absorption rate for all Single Family homes in Bethesda is 3.88 mon... 06/19/2009

The proposed Purple Line will be a 16 mile light rail line between Bethesda and New Carollton.Maryland.  It has already received approval from the Montgomery and Prince Georges County councils and Chief Executives. Now, it has received unanimous approval from the National Capitol Transportation Planning Board. The chief criticism of the Purple Line has come from Bethesda/Chevy Chase residents who worry that the Purple Line, if built, will negatively impact the Crescent Trail, a favorite spot for bikers and walkers of all ages.   Other concerns were that the planned location of the Purple Line's Bethesda depot at Woodmont East (near the Barnes and Noble) is too far away from the Bethesda Metro, the National Institutes of Health and Bethesda Naval Hospital (about to be expanded by the add... 06/18/2009

6 errores que debería evitar cuando planee mudarse a una casa más grande       ". . . tiene que vender su casa actual en el momento exacto para evitar, ya sea la carga financiera de tener dos casas o, igual de malo, el dilema de no tener un lugar donde vivir durante el intervalo de tiempo entre la venta de su casa actual y la compra de su próxima casa". A diferencia de la experiencia de comprar su primera casa, si es dueño, o dueña, de una casa y planea mudarse a otra más grande, ciertos factores pueden complicarle la situación. Es muy importante que considere estos aspectos antes de que ponga su casa en venta. No sólo debe considerar el aspecto de la financiación, sino también tiene que vender exactamente en el momento correcto, para evitar la carga financiera de pagar dos casas al mis... 06/18/2009

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You've heard it before, the three most important attributes of real estate -- 1) Location, 2) location, and 3) location.  Real estate is local.  In these economic times, some experts will tell you that in your neighborhood or general location now is not the time to sell your home.   But selling might be the only option if you have to move for work, are selling an unused family or vacation home, or are committed to another new home elsewhere.  Fortunately, most clients I serve in Northwest DC, Montgomery County, and Northern Virginia are seeing stabilization in prices.  But no matter where you are, it is wise to consider the following tips to help you get the most in your transaction: Call me first rather than simply posting "For Sale by Owner" signs in your front yard. The commission I ... 06/07/2009

Welcome to this charming expanded rambler in the Parkwood neighborhood of Bethesda. This home features a large gracious living room with fireplace, dining room with views of the picturesque back yard, eat-in kitchen and a master bedroom addition that also takes advantage of the scenic back yard. The large lower level is unfinished and provides ample storage and/or renovation opportunities. Please make sure to stop and enjoy the tranquil private lot which backs to Rock Creek Park and presents wonderful gardening or expansion possibilities for this home. The central location provides easy access to area schools, shopping, public transportation and much more. Please let this brochure be your guide to this unique home. 06/06/2009

Early 2009 Market Results: Increased Activity for Buyers and Sellers We are two-thirds of the way through of the 2009 Spring Market, and we have had a roller-coaster of regional activity - some areas have popped up in sales, others suddenly are flat - on both sellers' and buyers' sides.  The news on the economy swings daily from good to bad to good.  Nevertheless, I have more successful sales transactions! The popular price ranges of interest have dropped some 20%, and sometimes more, depending on the location.  Real estate is local.   For my clients, the real bottom line has been price, and price alone.  This month, for example, my newest listing received multiple offers and was under contract in just 7 days!  And, one of my older listings had a significant price improvement, received ... 06/04/2009

Yes, we are handling more of these transactions in our office now than ever before.  I am finding myself more frequently in conversations with clients regarding the matter of foreclosures in our area.  They believe that the correction in the economy will necessarily generate more of these in the closer-in Washington Metropolitan region.   I have access to a database that provides reliable information on foreclosure properties. This information is from a separate information source and not derived from the MLS listings. What does this mean to you?   If you are planning to sell, I will check if any homes in your neighborhood are in process and whether that may affect our strategy for selling your home.  If you are buying, I will determine if any targets are in pre-foreclosure or scheduled... 05/30/2009

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The below listed 20814 Bethesda neighborhoods in Montgomery County, Maryland show all their active listings for sale and rent in the MRIS as of today.  This is a keyword search, and sometimes you will also see homes listed from other areas.  Whenever you check back you will be updated with the latest listings, as this info is updated daily.  ALTA VISTA ALTA VISTA GARDENS BATTERY PARK BETHESDA BETHESDA CREST BETHESDA HILL BETHESDA OVERLOOK BRADLEY HILLS BRADLEY VILLAGE BRISTOL SQUARE CITY CM OF BTHSD COLUMBIA FOREST EDGEMOOR EDGEMOOR AREA EDGEMOOR CODM ENGLISH VILLAGE FAIRMONT PLAZA GLENBROOK KNOLLS GLENBROOK VILLAGE GLENWOOD GOODWILL GREENWICH FOREST GROSVENOR MEWS GROSVENOR WOODS HAMPDEN SQUARE HUNTINGTON TERRACE KENWOOD HOUSE LIONS GATE LIONSGATE LIONSGATE/WOODMONT CNR LOCUST HILL EST... 05/11/2009

The below listed 20816 Bethesda neighborhoods in Montgomery County, Maryland show all their active listings for sale and rent in the MRIS as of today.  This is a keyword search, and sometimes you will also see homes listed from other areas.  Whenever you check back you will be updated with the latest listings, as this info is updated daily.  ADAGIO AMERICAN UNIVERSITY PARK BROOKMONT COUNTRY CLUB HILLS CRESTVIEW FAIRWAY HILLS FORT SUMNER GLEN COVE GLEN ECHO HEIGHTS GLEN MAR PARK GREENACRES HIGH POINT KENWOOD PLACE MASS AVE HILLS PT BETHESDA OUT RES 2 SPRINGFIELD SUMNER SUMNER COURT SUMNER PARK SUMNER VILLAGE #1 SUMNER VILLAGE #2 THE ADAGIO THE CREST THE KENWOOD TULIP HILL WESTBARD MEWS WESTGATE WESTMORELAND HILLS WESTWOOD WOODACRES   These Bethesda MD properties in the mris are in subdiv... 05/11/2009

The below listed 20817 Bethesda neighborhoods in Montgomery County, Maryland show all their active listings for sale and rent in the MRIS as of today.  This is a keyword search, and sometimes you will also see homes listed from other areas.  Whenever you check back you will be updated with the latest listings, as this info is updated daily.  AL MARAH ALTA VISTA TERRACE ARROWOOD ASHBURTON ASHLEIGH AVENEL AYRLAWN BANNOCKBURN BANNOCKBURN COOP BANNOCKBURN ESTATES BANNOCKBURN HEIGHTS BANNOCKBURN RIDGE BETHESDA BETHESDA COURT BRADLEY HILLS BRADLEY HILLS GROVE BRADLEY MANOR BRADLEY PARK BRADLEY WOODS BRADMOOR BURNING TREE BURNING TREE ESTATES BURNING TREE MANOR BURNING TREE VALLEY BURNING TREE VIEW CARDEROCK SPRINGS CHARRED OAK ESTATES CHELESA TOWER CHELSEA TOWERS COHASSET CONG COUNTRY CLUB ES... 05/11/2009

Wyngate, Bethesda is located East of Fernwood Road and North of Greentree.  There are 422 homes in Wyngate.  Some of the homes are Ramblers, some are Cape Cods and some Colonial.  There are contemporary homes, renovated homes and new Colonial homes. Presently, there are Ten homes on the market.  Seven are original homes listed from $450,000-$738,500. Days on market range from 1 day to 387 days. There are Two new homes: One has Five bedroom Five bath priced at $1,449,000 and one with six bedrooms and Six bath priced at $1,588,000. One home listed at $550,000 is under contract after 8 days on the market.  Wyngate's absorption rate is 10 months. 05/10/2009

Sonoma, Bethesda is located West of Old Georgetown and North of Suburban Hospital.  There are 107 homes in the community.  Last week, the Bethesda Community Garden Club donated all the left over plants from our sale to the community.  I would expect the community to look even better with all the new landscaping. Presently, there is one Cape Cod home with Three bedroom Two bath on the market. The 1938 home is priced at $699,000 and has some updates.  It has been listed for the last 394 days. There are no homes under contract. Sonoma's absorption rate in One month. 05/10/2009

  Ayrlawn, Bethesda is located West of Old Georgetown Road and North of Greentree Road.  Presently, there are Eight homes on the market. Of the Six older homes One is in its origional condition and Five are renovated.  Their prices range from $539,000 to $699,000. There are Two newer Colonial homes priced at $1,298,500 (built 2005)and $1,450,000 (to be built). In the last 30 days, One 2003 Colonial home priced at $1,230,000 has gone under contract after 24 days on the market. Ayrlawn absorption rate is 8 months.  In one month the absorption rate increased by Seven months.     05/10/2009

  The Hendry Estates community borders the Ayrlawn community.  They are situated West of Old Georgetown Road and North of Greentree Road. There are 187 homes, and presently there is One (1)  Colonial home on the market.  It was built in 2005   with Five (5) bedrooms and Five (5) baths. Priced after 169 days on the market at $1,160,000. Under contract after 100 days,  is a 1992 brick Colonial with Five bedrooms and Four baths.  Hendry Estates has an absorption rate of Three (1) month.   05/10/2009

Alta Vista Terrace, Bethesda is located North of Greentree and West of Old Georgetown Road.  The community is made up of 250 homes.  Presently, there are two Ramblers for sale priced at $549,500 & $635,000.  Days on market are 30 days and 8 days, respectively.  Under contract after 29 days on market a new 5 bedroom, 5 bath colonial home listed at $1,250,000. The absorption rate at Alta Vista Terrace is 2  month! Alta Vista Terrace and its neighboring Ayrlawn, Hendry Estates, and Sonoma are popular communities where homes do sell when priced right and a first time buyer can find a reasonable $500,000+ home. 05/10/2009

  Woodmont East is starting to take shape! The Montgomery County Planning Board gave preliminary approvals last Thursday to the JBG Companies, which are now actively moving ahead in plans to develop Woodmont East. The last vacant parcel next to Bethesda Row is going to be host to a large-scale, mixed-use project which will include 208,579 square feet of office space in one tower, and 250 residential units and 9000 square feet of retail space in the other tower. Running between the two will be the much loved Capital Crescent Trail, which will remain open for, at the very least, most of the construction period. "The trail will come right through the two of them," said Matt Blocher of JBG. "As far as what happened at the hearing, [the approval] permits us to close the trail for up to five... 05/07/2009