By Lisa A. Lewis
brWhen buyers are searching for a home in Anne Arundel County, Annapolis is most likely one of the locations at the top of their list. But it’s important to explore the beautiful homes in the county’s other wonderful communities. In this issue of What’s Up? with Real Estate, we profile two dream homes located in nearby communities.
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brbrSelling a home can be a difficult process, and every seller’s experience is different. Some homes sell quickly; others stay on the market longer. Even when a home is under contract, the buyer can change his or her mind. And unexpected circumstances can arise, which can complicate matters. But thanks to the help of a good friend, this charming three-level craftsman-style home finally found the right buyer. Although the transaction was “For Sale by Owner,” the services of Mr. Lister Realty were utilized to list the home on the MLS on March 28, 2017. The property settled on June 21, 2017.
brbr“My business partners, Larry and Sherry Leikin, and I purchased this home as investors from the family of one of my lifelong best friends,” says Brian Chisholm, senior mortgage banker at Capital Bank of Maryland. “They had already moved, but, unfortunately, the sale of the home had fallen through with three days remaining until closing. We knew it would take a substantial investment of time and money to update the home and meet the standards that are prevalent in the highly coveted community of Point Field Landing. But we didn’t spare any expense and knew the home would sell extremely fast even in a higher-end price range. This arrangement worked out great for both sides and was a win-win situation.”
brbrThe home has been completely renovated and features a kitchen with sliding glass doors that lead to the Florida room, which overlooks the in-ground pool. With a cozy fireplace, crown molding, hardwood floors, and recessed lighting, the family room is absolutely elegant. The property also includes a deck, a patio, and a fenced backyard.
brbr“When my clients started looking for a home, it was obvious that water access, amenities, and a sense of community
were very important to them,” says Melissa Murray, the buyer’s agent for the property. “Point Field Landing checked all of these boxes. There is an incredible marina on the Severn River, and the community offers easy access to excellent schools. Plus,
the home is gorgeous and required no work. The sellers did an incredible job with their renovation.”
brbrLocated on a cul-de-sac in a peaceful woodland setting, this three-level colonial home with an eye-catching exterior design is absolutely charming—the quintessential dream home. The property, which was listed on March 24th, 2017, sold after only 35 days on the market and closed on June 12th, 2017.
brbrThe beautiful home features a kitchen with ample cabinetry, granite countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher), an island, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and glass doors that lead to the patio. Designed for luxury and comfort, the stylish family room includes a vaulted ceiling, a stunning two-story stone fireplace, beautifully designed arched windows, dual skylights, built-in surround sound speakers, and a staircase leading to the master suite. A private, peaceful retreat, the luxurious master suite features a cozy sitting room and a large master bath with a soaking tub and a separate shower—offering an ideal setting to relax after a long day. And the carpeted lower-level great room, which is pre-wired for surround sound, includes a bedroom with a full bath.
brbrExterior features of this welcoming home include a large two-tier paver patio with wired speakers—perfect for entertaining family and friends or simply relaxing and enjoying the outdoors—an expanded driveway, a large backyard, and lovely landscaping.
brbr“It was such a pleasure to work with the sellers throughout this transaction,” says Ryan Briggs of the David Orso Group of CENTURY 21 New Millennium, the listing agent for the property. “They were wonderful to work with, realistic about their home’s value, and willing to put in the work to help it show as well as it did when we put it on the market. I worked with them as their buyer’s agent when they purchased this home four years ago, so it was an honor and a pleasure to represent them as their listing agent this time around.”
brWhen buyers are searching for a home in Anne Arundel County, Annapolis is most likely one of the locations at the top of their list. But it’s important to explore the beautiful homes in the county’s other wonderful communities. In this issue of What’s Up? with Real Estate, we profile two dream homes located in nearby communities.
Point Field Landing
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Millersville, Anne Arundel County
- brPrimary Structure Built: 1974
- brSold For: $790,000
- brOriginal List Price: $849,000
- brLast Sold/Price: $550,000 (2017) – cash purchase $130,000 (1978)
- brBedrooms: 5
- brBathrooms: 3 full, 1 half
- brLiving Space: 3,143 sq. ft.
- brLot Size: .35 acres
brbrSelling a home can be a difficult process, and every seller’s experience is different. Some homes sell quickly; others stay on the market longer. Even when a home is under contract, the buyer can change his or her mind. And unexpected circumstances can arise, which can complicate matters. But thanks to the help of a good friend, this charming three-level craftsman-style home finally found the right buyer. Although the transaction was “For Sale by Owner,” the services of Mr. Lister Realty were utilized to list the home on the MLS on March 28, 2017. The property settled on June 21, 2017.
brbrThe home has been completely renovated and features a kitchen with sliding glass doors that lead to the Florida room, which overlooks the in-ground pool. With a cozy fireplace, crown molding, hardwood floors, and recessed lighting, the family room is absolutely elegant. The property also includes a deck, a patio, and a fenced backyard.
Source: Melissa Murray, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 410-919-2517 (direct), 443-995-2626 (cell), melissa@themurrayhometeam.com, themurrayhometeam.com.
Annapolis Preserve II
Crownsville, Anne Arundel County
- brbrPrimary Structure Built: 2000
- brSold For: $685,000
- brOriginal List Price: $700,000
- brLast Sold/Price: $670,000 (2013)
- brBedrooms: 5
- brBathrooms: 4 full, 1 half
- brLiving Space: 4,218 sq. ft.
- brLot Size: 2.47 acres
brbrLocated on a cul-de-sac in a peaceful woodland setting, this three-level colonial home with an eye-catching exterior design is absolutely charming—the quintessential dream home. The property, which was listed on March 24th, 2017, sold after only 35 days on the market and closed on June 12th, 2017.
brbrThe beautiful home features a kitchen with ample cabinetry, granite countertops, high-end stainless steel appliances (refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher), an island, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and glass doors that lead to the patio. Designed for luxury and comfort, the stylish family room includes a vaulted ceiling, a stunning two-story stone fireplace, beautifully designed arched windows, dual skylights, built-in surround sound speakers, and a staircase leading to the master suite. A private, peaceful retreat, the luxurious master suite features a cozy sitting room and a large master bath with a soaking tub and a separate shower—offering an ideal setting to relax after a long day. And the carpeted lower-level great room, which is pre-wired for surround sound, includes a bedroom with a full bath.
brbr“It was such a pleasure to work with the sellers throughout this transaction,” says Ryan Briggs of the David Orso Group of CENTURY 21 New Millennium, the listing agent for the property. “They were wonderful to work with, realistic about their home’s value, and willing to put in the work to help it show as well as it did when we put it on the market. I worked with them as their buyer’s agent when they purchased this home four years ago, so it was an honor and a pleasure to represent them as their listing agent this time around.”
