When someone tells me they want to buy a condo in downtown Bethesda, I like to ask where they want to be on a Saturday morning. Do you want to grab coffee on Bethesda Row and head straight for the Capital Crescent Trail? Would you rather be near the Red Line so you can meet
If you’re looking at condos for sale in Bethesda, MD, start with an ordinary Tuesday. Where will you get coffee? How will you get home with groceries in the rain? When your grandchildren come over, will they have somewhere to sleep, and will their parents have somewhere to park? A beautiful kitchen can win you
Downsizing to Sumner Village: Less Upkeep, Room to Live “I want a smaller home. I just don’t want a small life.” That is the sentiment behind many of my conversations with Bethesda homeowners considering a move. They are ready to stop managing a house and garden, but they still want room for dinner with friends,
Affordable Bethesda Condos for Downsizing Seniors: Seven Communities to Compare Downsizing in Bethesda should make life easier—and hopefully leave a little more money available for travel, grandchildren, and enjoying yourself. You have spent enough weekends supervising the gutters. Perhaps it is time for someone else to worry about the leaves. But finding an affordable condo
Are High Condo Fees a Red Flag? What Bethesda and DC Buyers Should Know High condo fees are not automatically a red flag. A higher fee may pay for utilities, staffing, amenities, and responsible saving for future repairs. A lower fee may leave more expenses in your hands—or leave the association short of money when
There is a moment in almost every luxury condo search when a buyer turns to me and says, “They’re all lovely. How do I choose?” It is a perfectly reasonable question. Beautiful kitchens, elegant lobbies, and inviting outdoor spaces can make several homes seem equally appealing. But choosing among luxury Bethesda condos takes more than
If your idea of condo living includes swimming in January, swimming outdoors in July, a game of tennis, and a party room large enough to invite more than four friends, let me introduce you to The Wisconsin. Located at 5809 Nicholson Lane in North Bethesda, The Wisconsin has the feel of a private residential community.
If you are searching for condos for sale in Bethesda, the Woodmont Triangle is one of the first neighborhoods you should explore. It offers the walkability and energy of downtown Bethesda, but it often feels a little quieter and more neighborhood-oriented than Bethesda Row. You can walk to restaurants, grocery stores, coffee shops, parks and
Downsizing does not have to mean squeezing your life into a tiny apartment or giving up the neighborhood you love. For buyers who want less maintenance without sacrificing comfortable rooms, green views and a convenient location, Kenwood House in Chevy Chase deserves a closer look. Located at 5100 Dorset Avenue, just beyond the edge of
Kenwood Forest in Chevy Chase: A Great Neighborhood for Non-Drivers If you would like to drive less—or perhaps stop driving altogether—your next home needs to offer more than a pleasant place to take an evening stroll. You need groceries, transportation, restaurants, recreation and everyday services that you can realistically reach without getting into a car.