Contact MargaretCrofton Home Prices Up in June
July 10th, 2012 Categories: Market Updates
The conference rooms at Long & Foster in Crofton are busy with buyers throughout the day. I see that as one indicator that the market is alive and well in the greater Crofton area.
The number of homes sold/closed last month (33) is fairly consistent with last year, down just slightly (from 34).
New contracts, including contingent contracts was 37, down from 40 in 2011.
However, these figures represent a larger share of the inventory than in 2011 because the there were “only” 78 active listings, down 32.76% from 116 in June 2011.
The average and median sold prices were up from May 2012 and from June 2011. On the surface this seems like great news, but it probably indicates that a few more higher-priced homes sold. No one can look at the 20% increase in median sold price and assume that means the value of their home went up by 20%. That’s wishful thinking!
For a market analysis on your home, or to view real estate statistics that are specific to your immediate neighborhood or type of home, just contact me. I’m here to help.
In the meantime, here’s a chart to help you visualize what’s been happening with Crofton home prices so far this year. The blue line is for detached home prices; the purple line indicates sold prices of attached homes, both condos and townhomes.
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July 4 Fireworks near Crofton MD
June 30th, 2012 Categories: Crofton News
Fort Meade: Noon to 10:30 p.m. at McGlachlin Parade Field. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Open to the public.
Music, food, games, train and pony rides, inflatables and fireworks. Children’s rides are free beginning at noon. A DJ will perform from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. The band “New Monopoly” will perform from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for purchase by a variety of vendors. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. The rain date for fireworks only is Tuesday, July 5.
This is our favorite! There’s nothing quite like celebrating our nation’s independence while surrounded by the brave military who protect it for us with boots on the ground.
Allen Pond: 3 to 10 p.m. at Allen Pond in Bowie. Food and drinks will be on sale throughout the Park beginning at 3 p.m. Excellent viewing locations and concessions are available on both the Northview Drive and the Mitchellville Road sides of the park. Grills are permitted in designated areas only. The rain date for fireworks only is Tuesday, July 5th. For more information, call 301-809-3011.
Click here for a guide to traffic and parking in Bowie on July 4.
Annapolis: Parade at 6:30 p.m. – Stepping off at 6:30 p.m. the parade begins on Amos Garrett Blvd., and then proceeds right on West Street, around Church Circle, down Main Street, left on Randall Street, and ends in front of the Market House. Anywhere along the parade route will provide a good view of the parade.
USNA Band Concert at 8:00 p.m. to dark at the City Dock.
Fireworks: At approximately 9:15 p.m., the fireworks will be launched from a barge in Annapolis Harbor. The best viewing areas include public spaces Northeast of the Severn River, along the Naval Academy Bridge (limited parking area), any of the street-end parks facing Spa Creek, and aboard a boat in the Annapolis harbor.
Parking: The Park Place Garage, Knighton Garage, or the Navy-Marine Corps Stadium are recommended.
Baltimore Harbor: 4–10 p.m. Live entertainment at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater, Pratt and Light Streets, including the USNA Band Electric Brigade at 7 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m., choreographed to pop and patriotic music. Prime locations for viewing include the Inner Harbor, Federal Hill, Fell’s Point and Harbor East.
If you want to avoid traffic and parking woes downtown, consider taking the light rail from BWI.
Washington Mall: All day, beginning with a parade along Constitution Avenue at 11:45 a.m. and concluding with fireworks at dark, approximately 9:30 p.m. LOTS of activities throughout the city…
Music: The U.S. Navy Band will perform on the Southwest corner of the Washginton Monument grounds, from 6–9 p.m. A Capitol Fourth Concert will take place on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol from 8–9:30 p.m.
Smithsonial Folklife Festival from 11 a.m.–5 p.m., with everything from music and dance performances to cooking demonstrations, storytelling, and more. Unfolding the AIDS Memorial Quilt.
White House Vicitor Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. offers crafts, games and other activities.
National Archives, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Performances by the U.S. Army Fife and Drum Corps, patriotic music, a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence by historical reenactors, and free family activities and entertainment for all ages.
Take the Metro from New Carrollton to avoid to avoid traffic and parking issues in D.C.
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Crofton Country Club Golf Course Re-Opens
June 22nd, 2012 Categories: Crofton News
Neighbors of the championship golf course at Crofton Country Club have been asking, “What’s going on?” for the past month, as they’ve watched busy workers replace golfers on the fairways. The answer: a comprehensive renovation of the golf course and conversion to Zeon Zoysia turf.
The golf course re-opened for limited play very quickly, but Wednesday marked the grand re-opening for full play by Crofton Country Club members, with slightly modified rules that were distributed to golfers. Reciprocal arrangements with other clubs remain in effect through the end of June, however, if members prefer to wait until the new growth is a little farther along.
Ryan Doer, Crofton Country General Manager, indicates that work will continue on the course throughout the summer and playing conditions are expected to improve each week.
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Tudor Place Invites Military Families to Celebrate
June 20th, 2012 Categories: Crofton Real Estate
FREE TO MILITARY FAMILIES!
Tuesday, July 3, 1–3 p.m.
This is a very special invitation to military families for a very special event to honor our Nation’s independence at a very special place: Tudor Place in Georgetown, D.C.
George Washington loved ice cream, and the founders of Tudor Place loved and revered George Washington, their forebear. So it’s fitting to bring American history and this summertime favorite together to celebrate our nation’s birthday at a family event!
We’ll start with a special, family-friendly mansion tour focusing on its many George and Martha Washington connections.
Then, make your own ice cream sundaes in the garden, and enjoy children’s games and crafts.
All participants will receive a special copy of a rare, personal letter from Washington belonging to the Tudor Place archives. It is one of just three such notes in existence, it is his affectionate note to his wife as he took up command of the Continental Army.
Tickets: Child: $10; Adult: $5; Military: FREE
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Crofton Artist featured in Annapolis
June 15th, 2012 Categories: Crofton News
Did you know we have a talented and renowned artist in Crofton? If not, perhaps that’s due to the fact that she uses the name “Roseanne Colvard” professionally – in the community, we know her as Roseanne Thiel.
Roseanne is the featured artist of the month, from June 9 to July 11, at Ristorante Piccola Roma in Annapolis, with a show titled Reflection of Life.
Show your support for a local artist and discover this delightful restaurant by attending a reception on Wednesday, June 20, at Ristorante Piccola Roma, 200 Main Street in Annapolis. Cocktails will be served at 5:30, followed by dinner 6:30-8:30. Enjoy a signature drink inspired by Roseanne’s art, and discover for yourself your Crofton neighbor’s amazing talent.
Posted originally to CroftonVillageGardenClub.com
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