Update on the Mica Condos at Silver Spring

There has been  a phenomenal price break on one of these luxury units featured in our post Mica Condos downtown Silver Spring. PRICE DROP to 210k and offering 1 year of paid condo fees PLUS 2,300 in closing cost. That is 6% savings!! Unit 112 won't last, its renovated with gorgeous hardwood, terrazzo flooring, granite counters in kitchen and bath, stainless steel appliances and incredible amount of sunlight. Schedule your viewing of the unit today, we promise you won't be disappointed. Visit Luxury Condos at the Mica Silver Spring.

Hang out with friends or just spend quiet time in the recreational room 

The Mica Condos, Silver Spring MD

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The Mica is an incredible place to live from start to finish. A secured building that allows your friends to wait for you in style. The lobby features plush velvet couches, impeccable finishes and a flat screen t.v.. Entertain in the swank community room with a wet bar, flat screens, couches and more. Better yet enjoy a game of pool with friends. The state of the art fitness center lets you say goodbye to that overpriced gym membership once and for all. Enjoy tranquility at the gated outdoor pool. The building amenities let you take a day off from work and never have to leave home. 

Downtown Silver Spring is a bustling mecca sitting on the D.C. line. Over the past five years it has seen major revitalization from Arts and Entertainment, to Fine Dining, Boutique Shopping and tons of community events held annually. Living here is like living in a major metropolitan city without the constant 24/7 congestion. 

Gorgeous Condo Units at the The Mica

Beautiful units built in 2006. Ranging from 500 square feet to 1300 square feet in size. Well maintained grounds, off street parking and a view of the city make it a "Perfect 10". The studio units are spacious and well appointed. The layout accommodates an area designed for a queen size bed and with a chic divider one can design a living room that has a flat screen, couch and a love seat, simply exquisite! Unit 112 (studio) even features a wet bar with a granite counter in the living area, fabulous for entertaining.

Luxurious living on a budget gives you granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, laminate flooring, washer/dryer in the unit and upgraded bathrooms with terrazzo tile. Prices of the units range from 200k to 425k on the high end.

What you can find at the Mica

This high rise sits at the front of Blair Mill Road just off East West Highway. An artsy building, it boasts manicured lawns and luxury signage, all of this and more is waiting to greet you as you pull up to Mica Condominiums. The building is pristine and the attention to detail is impeccable. You will always see maintenance personnel happily at work ensuring that everything is in tip top shape and management sits at the building with an "open door" policy. Lavish living abounds with nothing left to chance at the Mica.

The condo fee covers water, gas, electric and the use of all amenities in the building. Off street parking is a prized possession in any city and the Mica has that too. Unit 112 has a parking space that conveys with the unit but that is not standard as it varies condo by condo. There is gated parking in the in the rear of the building as well as a garage, the location of both allows for easy access to the interior of the building.

Living in Downtown Silver Spring

Shop at the Giant shopping center directly across the street from the Mica. It has a barber shop, a cleaners, coffee shop, nail salon and several restaurants. The Metro is a 5 minute walk and NOAA and Discovery call Silver Spring home employing thousands of people. Downtown Silver Spring not only has Planetariums and Cultural Art Centers but it has natural outdoor space with over 13 parks and plazas. 

There is no shortage of nightlife to enjoy, there are playhouses and public art centers not mention the AFI Silver Theater and Culture Center. This center is dedicated to independent films, artist, educators and audiences around the world. The Fillmore is center stage in Downtown Silver Spring and brings world class musical artist to the area monthly.  This venue is a cornerstone in the neighborhood. Find out more about life and living in Silver Spring at Life and Living in Downtown Silver Spring. 

The Mica Condos in Silver Spring are a great place to call home. You will not be disappointed if you end up living here. You can find condos for sale at the Mica and Silver Spring at available Mica condos for sale on my website.

Don't wait for prices to go up to buy. Purchase your home today at the Mica and start living in Downtown Silver Spring. 

Free Market Reports on Downtown Silver Spring

Annapolis a fab Community for Retirement

Downsizing or Purchasing? Regardless in Retirement Its Your Choice

During our golden age of retirement, we often think about how to better expand our money. After all, the objective is to last longer than our cash. One strategy for many is to simplify their living arrangements.

Downsizing often decreases expenses, and it provides a previously untapped retirement fund. For many in retirement the opportunity is especially effective because their home is paid for. 

Cost Benefits of Purchasing a Smaller Home

For many retired persons a smaller home is practical. The kids have grown up and moved on, there is no longer a need for all those unattended to rooms. Its a wonderful way to reduce expenses on maintenance, cleaning supplies, utilities and the list goes on.

The tax benefits is what leads most if not all to home ownership, however with earnings reduced the need for a large tax right off is no longer. In fact many seniors are able to qualify for a tax reduction on their personal property taxes, through their local or state government. Downsizing your home allows many to downsize their way of life as a whole. A huge load off that allows persons in retirement to start living and enjoying themselves.

The Golden Years---Where to Spend them?

Why is Annapolis a wonderful community with which to retire to? Many may ask. Annapolis offers the tranquility of a water enthused backdrop with a splash of nightlife and a myriad of shopping alternatives. Not to mention the wonderful housing options that exist. Live close to the waterfront and enjoy the sweet communities of Gingerville and Herald Harbor just steps from Annapolis. These communities offer the quintessential charm of old shops, homes and buildings turned into fantastic mom and pop dining and boutiques, that you just won't find in  the mall. Coffee shops and cupcake eateries line the streets and add to the sweetness of the atmosphere. 

Want to live in the mecca of shopping, dining and the nuances of high rise luxury buildings complete with concierge services? Then Parole and West Streets are more your style. Walk to national stores and enjoy quaint wine boutiques that offer private tastings for you and few friends.


Why shouldn't retirement be the best time of your life? Annapolis Town Center allows for wonderful living, you can escape to the gym upstairs, enjoy a cup of tea or your favorite smoothie at Whole Foods. Not to mention the enjoyment of fun and fabulous dining at the following places....

Brio An Italian Delight

THE RESTAURANTS AT ANNAPOLIS TOWN CENTER

Distinctive Dining at your doorstep

Cuban Flavors Fit for the Most Discriminating of Palates

What if You Want a Bigger House?

Some retired persons aren't enthusiastic about downsizing: They want to "upgrade" their way of life. Perhaps you want the house large enough for your grandchildren to come stay over the summer. Some wait for retirement to finally get their dream home. If that is your style, Annapolis is still the community for you. Just across the way in the backdrops of Bestgate Road sites the diminutive community of Monticello. That's not to say it lacks anything in character. Monticello is a well thought out community of gorgeous single family 4 to 5 bedroom homes, beautiful landscape and a private pool and clubhouse. Who wouldn't want to be a resident at Monticello! 

Best of all Annapolis Mall is literally in your purview. Walk across the street and be at the finest of national chains. 

Retirement is a golden time where there should be more enjoyment and less hassle. If you've planned well you can have the style of living you desire. Annapolis is a place that allows for a lot of latitude. All in a days "work" one can share a cup of coffee while sitting by the water, do a little shopping, purchase a vintage wine and take a stroll through the mall. 

Take a gander of all Annapolis has to offer at Annapolis Luxury Properties

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Plants make you Smile but they also Improve House Values

Growing Flourishing Plants To Improve Your Property or home Value

With property values at an all-time low, you may want to learn some ways in which you can boost the value in your home with very little investment to help it sell quickly. Flourishing trees that flower year after, help homes to have stronger curb appeal and the would be home-buyer to see your property as more than just another house. 

Create Fantastic Curb Side Appeal!!!
There are a variety of flowering trees to plant throughout your landscape, these are fast-growing and mature quickly.  The more mature the trees you buy, the more you will pay upfront. It is always nice when a homeowner has a mixture of mature budding shrubs and flowers. As well as those that are seedlings that take time and patience to help grow. But with the proper nurturing and love they will definitely bring smiles to the faces of all that gaze at your creation. Growing trees, shrubs and plants is therapeutic and great conversation starter. It adds warm appeal to any home and makes it feel loved. Potential home-buyers see your property as not just another home, but a home where they might one day want to raise a family.

Some excellent illustrations of flowering trees that boosts the value in the home are listed below along with some of their features that will help you choose whether to purchase them for your home or not.

Dogwood trees - Many remember these trees from their childhood and the trees usually ignite a personal connection that could help make the home appealing. Dogwood trees mature quickly with buds quickly becoming apparent. Typical colors of dogwood flowers include white, white and red. They normally need very little annual maintenance and unlike other shrubs don't get overrun by unwanted garden pest.

Magnolia Plants - Magnolia trees are some of the most beautiful flowering trees available. The deciduous trees put on a show every springtime that will have many potential home-buyers asking for such a unique shrub in their entry. Deciduous magnolias are usually not worried by unwanted pests or disease. And with proper nurturing and fertilizer you will  quickly realize the blooms you long for. Most deciduous magnolias are basically covered in flowers every springtime. So much so that the divisions are hardly seen through all of the flowers.

Eastern Redbud Tree - The Southeast Redbud shrub sports flowers every springtime making the whole shrub shine in a purplish-red hue. They will blossom consistently every year, but also provide an large quantity of color in your flower garden. Even providing a hint of shade to help hide from the heat of summer or provide a bit of cool when hosting a evening BBQ before the sun has set. 

Planting flowering trees to boost the assessment in your home is practical, fun and adds beauty. Your investment of time and money will continue to boost the value in your home. Making your house feel homey no matter the season!! 

To see pictures of beautiful homes with incredible landscapes: Gorgeous Landscaping

Peering in the BENEFITS of Foreclosure

FORECLOSURE FOR SALE???

Are you a smart buyer? Your looking for great house, in the perfect location, good school district and the opportunity to purchase at a Steal! Then you are looking for a foreclosure and possibly even a short sale, but we will discuss that in a different post.

Its no secret that over the past 5 years we have seen a substantial rise in foreclosure activity. What is a secret is how good the gravy train has become. The days where every foreclosure was rife with mold, feces, rodents, banged up walls and stolen appliances is no longer. Sounds creepy right...and at one time it really was a, "go at your own risk" game, but the game has changed. The question is, Have You? Good quality homes which have been fixed and repainted are abundant as Foreclosures in the marketplace. Banks have realized they are competing and they want to introduce the property with the most appeal when it is initially listed. They no longer are looking to waste days on market with cruddy properties that get passed over because Mr. and Mrs. Homeowner just aren't out for that much of a challenge. These properties are still offered at bargain pricing over Fair Market Value homes. The best part is that they are ready for occupancy.

This doesn't eliminate the possibility for further negotiation regarding price. The bank is not sentimental nor are they emotional, they simply want to move inventory as quickly as possible. So does the idea of paying less money for a home in a desired location with the amenities you are looking for appeal to you? It should and it is possible in our current market trend. The time is now to jump in and get your feet wet. 

FORECLOSURES EXIST IN ANY TYPE OF NEIGHBORHOOD

Investors and luxury home buyers a like have an advantage in this market. The probability of purchasing higher end homes at a value half of the original price is in demand and is happening now. One subdivision that this is taking place in frequently is Westwood of Bowie. Better known as Woodmore North. These properties retailed 5 to 7 years ago for a million or more. Now they are selling for 599,900. Many of these gorgeous properties sit on over an acre of land.



Looking in Potomac, Chevy Chase, Bethesda? The value is not as extreme however we have seen a 30% to 40% decrease in value up over the last 5 years.

Smart business people are seeing the real estate market for what it is, a quality investment strategy. The speculation that drove us to outrageous marketing trends of 30% increases or greater month after month in the economic boom doesn't exist any longer. Now we have a stable market with incremental increase that make sense and home prices that are historically low. Not to mention the incredible low interest rates that ride along side this market, making for a win win situation.

We don't know when the market will rise again but those who take advantage of this foreclosure market will be in the position to cash in on wealth when it does.

Looking for Foreclosures? Go to our website and sign up a free list in the area of your choosing.  Foreclosure List Now

The Benefits of Foreclosures are abundant the opportunity is now. Will you take advantage of it or sit on the sidelines? The choice is yours. Inbox us for questions. nataliedean@mris.com

Urban Trends -Waterfront -Nightlife= National Harbor

Marina Piers and View of Woodrow Wilson Bridge 

MAJOR UPDATE TO THE NATIONAL HARBOR!!! Daily King Street Metro Shuttle for National Harbor residents. 


The National Harbor is the newest Hot Spot of the Washington Metro area. It is located on the Prince Georges County side of the beltway. A slight glimpse can be seen from the highway but awe comes as you drive into the cove and see it flanked by the marina. Inviting, warm and dramatic. You recognize it as different than any other community within the bounds of Washington, DC.

Restaurants Lounges and Residences at National Harbor

Adjacent to the Nations Capitol, Washington,DC  is home to three national sports teams, a myriad of theater houses including the famed Kennedy Center along with a plethora of entertainment, museums and other tourist attractions. As a life long area resident, I grew up in Virginia and now reside in Maryland, I was swept away at the architecture and intrinsic details that have been given the National Harbor. It bodes a uniqueness all its own. Among the fine dining, outdoor shows and high end boutiques of the National Harbor is a "hidden" gem, the Marina and Piers. Everything for water and sport enthusiast alike.  Guided fishing tours, water taxis to the National's Baseball stadium and Odyssey Cruises. If you are seeking a luxurious water tour there are chartered yachts that accommodate exclusive high end parties or romantic dinners for two. The waterways of the Potomac River navigate through Maryland, DC and Virginia.

The exquisite Gaylord  National Resort and Convention Center sits in the eves of  The National Harbor as does the Wyndham Vacation Resorts. The Gaylord boast an 18 story atrium and abounds in lavish luxury and pure opulence. The ALoft offers sophistication with a twist. This is a trendy venue beset by the Potomac River for fantastic views from your room. Truly boutique vacationing at its finest.

What is most amazing about The National Harbor is the ability to work, play, vacation and live all in one small radius. Its a small town with the ambiance of a big city. There are four residence spaces within the Harbor, both condominiums and town-homes. It has emerged as one of the greatest places to live in the Washington Metro Area.

Residence on Potomac Avenue overlooking Potomac

The ability to live this active luxurious lifestyle can be yours as there are currently 12 properties for sale in the Harbor. Ranging from 1 bedroom 1 bath to 2 bedroom 2 bath condominiums and 4 level town homes with a 2 -car garage featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. They range in price from $198,500 to $699,900. Complete with lofts, cathedral ceilings, stainless steel appliances, 42" cabinets and sweeping views of the Potomac River. The town homes are New York style brownstone replicas which include rooftop terraces.Walk through these grand homes on your on computer visit  Luxury Living National Harbor and Luxury Living National Harbor2.

This is a resort style planned community with impeccable detail at every turn. The National Harbor, live play work luxurious living at your fingertips. For a preview of the community and its amenities visit National Harbor at a glance.

Exclusivity Desired -- Oak Creek Gated Luxury Homes Upper Marlboro MD

 

Desire Exclusive---Introducing Behind the Gates of Oak Creek-- Luxury Homes

Upper Marlboro, MD



Oak Creek Upper Marlboro MD



Oak Creek welcomes you home. This is an exclusive community of estate and luxury properties tucked behind a gate off Church Road. A quiet secret of majestic homes on one acre lots, private community trails, a pool house and golfing. Students will attend the new highly accredited Wise Senior High School.



Luxury Townhomes



Oak Creek Club is a Private Country Club encompassing a pool and tennis facility as well as community center. For the golf enthusiast there is a Pro Shop.

This gated community sits on 1,100 acres with an enormous amount of natural preservation to enjoy. There are two gorgeous but entirely different sections to Oak Creek. The gated section of estate homes allows you as the owner to appreciate the natural preservation of over 60% of open space of picturesque terrain. Long strolls on wooded trails and an 18-hole golf course, 7,111 yards of golf, a golfers paradise. Visit the Oak Creek Golf Club, where membership has its privileges, located on the luxury town home side of the gated community.

Waterfall Oasis

This post explores the wonderful world of intimacy exclusive to this division of the Oak Creek community. A quaint community of few properties makes for a retreat from the outside world. Behind the gates lies privacy that is unequivocal to any town home community within the area. As you pull onto the pristine property of Oak Creek you feel grandeur fit for a kings arrival. Marvelous gardens with beautiful flowers that are well arranged meet you as you approach the gate. Behind the gate is peace and solitude, a billowing fountain and impeccably restored 1800 turn of the century manor greets you as you pass through the gate. A private pool house, tennis and basketball courts allow you to never leave your home and remain health conscience.

Stone and Brick Front 2-Car Garage Town Homes

Captivating town homes of varying hues of color in brick and stone bode your attention. These are two car garage town homes with nice size .6acre lots and long driveways, think of them as a  single-family home without long days of yard maintenance. Live next to neighbors who show extreme care for their properties displayed with splendid landscape with just the right touch colorful flowers and luxuriant greenery.

These magnificent town homes have over 3000+ square feet of living space with 9’ceilings, hardwood, stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Separate living and dining rooms with crown molding and wainscoting. Sit on your deck in the evening after a long day or early in the morning and watch the sunrise with your favorite cup of coffee. The primary component of this development are town homes however there are a handful of single family homes. They rest on smaller land parcels but boast well over 5,000 square feet of living space. A step above the premier town homes, these are lavish estates with limited emphasis on exterior lawn care.

Get lost in the aesthetic beauty of Oak Creek. Living in Oak Creek means being 20 minutes from downtown DC and 15 minutes from Annapolis, just 25 minutes from Baltimore.  Three major hubs in the metro area for work and play. Residing in Oak Creek equals being on vacation everyday in the oasis of a neighborhood hidden behind a gate and protected from the noise and distractions of the outside world. Live life in Oak Creek Upper Marlboro MD.



Immaculate Grounds of Oak Creek



Currently there are 4 town homes for list, a regular sale (arms length) and a REO (bank owned) the other 3 are short sales. The properties are listed between 275k and 385k with 3+ bedrooms and 3+ bathrooms, finished basement and 2-car garage. The most recent sold is for 303k originally priced at 293k with average Days on Market of 75; this was a short sale property.  The fifth property is a single family dwelling boasting 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. The stats show that the properties don’t last long and the community is well sought after for its amenities.

The MRE Group loves to tantalize its blog readers - get a glimpse of your new house in Oak Creek by clicking here Private Retreat behind the Gates of Oak Creek .

Bulletin ALERT!!! New Luxury Properties Delivered September 2011



Palisades of Upper Marlboro MD



Why wait for Luxury when you can bask in it immediately! Just 20 minutes from dowtown Washington, DC is the Palisades at Oak Creek. Stately brick front homes with pristine professional landscape, sodded yards  and a two car garage. Just announced there is Rhode Island Model for delivery in September that comes standard with the following features:

 

• Morning Room
• Designer Kitchen
• Finished Basement with a Bedroom

Over 5900 Sq. Ft. of Living Space!

Was $689,985

Now Only $647,035 for this Brand New Home!

 



Palisades Estate Homes



These are brand new luxury estate properties. Minutes from new shopping including the Woodmore Towne Center, Bowie Town Center and 15 minutes to Annapolis Towne Center. Take long walks on the trails or with the kids to the tot lots. The Homeowners Association Fees have been kept extremely low compared to other luxury communities, at $40 per month. The location is phenomenal just off Central Avenue on Church Road in Upper Marlboro, MD. Surrounded by mature trees nature envelopes you in privacy from the outside world.

 

Inventory is selling for 11% above list price on average. Great numbers for a market that has been termed "declining", we are now seeing a surge in market values. Lots are not plentiful and deals like this will not last a lifetime.  Anxious to know of other amenities that come in YOUR home:

 

• 5 Bedrooms                          
• 5½ Bathrooms                                 
• Whirlpool Jets
• 2 Car Garage                       
• 2 Story Foyer                                   
• Tray Ceiling
• 9 Ft. Ceilings                      

• Extended 1^st Floor Library          
• Granite Countertops        
• Crown Molding                  
• Spacious Family Room                   
• Microwave Oven
• Chair Rail Molding           
• Walk-in Pantry                                
• Walkout Basement
• Oak Staircase                     
• Garage Door Opener’s      

• Extended owner suite closet           Stainless Steel GE Appliances     
• Gas Fireplace Family Room          Hardwood floors foyer & kitchen
• Sitting Room 3 sided Fireplace   Extended Front Elevation  



Gorgeous Luxury Real Estate 

 
For additional details on how you can own this fabulous home, Contact the MRE GROUP Today. As always we love for our clients to sneak a peak at their dream home so click here Palisades Dream Home. If you have questions about any other properties or communities around the beltway in either DC, Maryland or Virginia remember the MRE Group is here to serve your needs. Reach out to us, we would love to hear from you. We also are looking for your feedback and suggestions on what you would like us to blog about in the future so please do not hesitate to post your comments.

Beechtree & Lake Presidential equal Unparalled Serenity

Beechtree Community Upper Marlboro, MD



Lake Presidential



Beechtree, A breathtaking neighborhood with fabulous views of Lake Presidential. For those of you who wish to escape the hustle and bustle of downtown Washington, DC, enjoy a quiet, more relaxed, peaceful life with a graceful pace. Nestled in a cove of its own it spawns hillsides and valleys of lush landscape and luxury homes. If one has discerning taste then they belong in Beechtree. Wide open streets lined with beautiful houses all distinct in architectural style and class.

One of the most exciting aspects is the luxury resort lifestyle that Beechtree offers. Its sophistication is ideal, enjoy a very relaxed, low-key, serene lifestyle. One that can be enjoyed, indoors and outdoors, year round. A 30-acre lake flanked by trees and over 3 miles of walking trails makes for a delightful stroll at sunset or a charming Saturday afternoon lunch with friends.

Lake Presidential Golf Course and Waterfront Restaurant

Luxury amenities of an Award-Winning public 18 hole golf course at the Lake Presidential Golf Club. An 11,000 square-foot Clubhouse and Waterfront Restaurant. Does your golf game call for improvements? Aiming for a better baby shot or back swing? Join the Institute at Lake Presidential at the new world class training facility and benefit from cutting edge motion technology and expert golf instructors. You can have it all at Beechtree in Upper Marlboro Maryland.

Homeowners relish the special privileges at the Lake Presidential Golf Course. Invite friends for an afternoon of indoor/outdoor dining overlooking the lake or take advantage of the private conference area. Need a location for an upcoming event? Lake Presidential boast banquet space for 200+ guest.



Beechtree Estate Gorgeous Homes



Choose from over 5 area home builders crafting Estate Homes and Single Family Homes. Majestic homes with brick facades, stately appointments and over 5,000 square feet of living space. Rich hardwoods, custom pillars, tray ceilings, butler pantry's and sweeping dual staircases.

Actively there are 9 properties on the market, 4 are brand new construction ranging from the low 400k's (roughly 3,000 square feet of living space) to the high 500k's (roughly 6,000 square feet of living space). All with 4 plus bedrooms and 3 plus bathrooms and amenities galore. Properties in escrow are 9 total, ranging from the mid 300k's to the high 600k's. There are 10 Sold properties, settling in the mid 400k's to low 600k's and well over 4,000 square feet of living space. This market is robust. The equity is growing and so is the momentum.



Your at Home in Beechtree



Come join the fun in fabulous Beechtree home to the Lake Presidential Golf Course and the beautiful countryside of Upper Marlboro, MD.  Contact Natalie today for a list of properties unique to your needs and a private showing at your discretion. For a sneak peak click here

Luxury Estate Homes Beechtree