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Poncho n Pepe’s restaurant opening in Crofton

admin — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 01:36:27 +0000

For those of you who have wondered for quite some time what was going to replace Jasper’s at the corner of Rt. 3 N and Rt. 450. That wait is over and Crofton, MD will see the opening of a new Mexican restaurant tomorrow.

Poncho n Pepe’s was the name selected in a local contest by the new owners of the restaurant and Tequila Bar.

I’m looking at the menu and it looks like my first visit is going to have to include the Stuffed Jalapeno Pepper appetizer, the Black Bean soup and a Burrito Gordo. Actually, there isn’t anything on the menu that I would pass up.

Welcome Poncho and Pepe, I hope you have a long and successful visit here in Crofton, MD.

Annapolis, Bowie, or Crofton MD Homes for Sale…visit RichSellsHomes.com.

Can you face criminal charges for cutting down a tree in the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area Zone?

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:08:26 +0000

You can if you live on the water, or within 1000 feet of tidal water in Maryland, you had better be aware of restrictions imposed within this Cheasapeake Bay Critical Area. For instance, if you cut that tree down on your property to get a better view of the water, you could face both civil and criminal charges. Yes, that wasn’t a typo…criminal charges.

A homeowner was recently sued by the State for cutting down trees on his waterfront property to get a better view. He was sued simultaneously in both Civil and Criminal Courts.

His fine in Civil Court exceeded $10,000, and he got lucky in Criminal Court with a Probation before Judgement. He is also required to get permits for the work he already did, as well as plant trees and shrubs to replace the missing ones. Along with his legal expenses, this was a very expensive lesson.

Recent State laws now allow for prosecution of offenders in both Civil and Criminal Courts. Anne Arundel County is being particularly aggressive with this stance.

Maryland waterfront homeowners, and any homeowner in the Critical Bay zone, should take heed that any activity involving trees, shrubs and underbrush should be reviewed with the County beforehand.

According to the County website, “Except for routine grass cutting and maintenance of existing garden and landscaped areas, removal of any existing natural vegetation within the Critical Area buffer or protected forests or woodland is subject to prior approval through the Code Compliance Division. Call (410) 222-7441 for information on obtaining a standard Buffer Management Plan or Forest Management Plan.”

Plan to err on the side of caution before making any landscaping changes to your waterfront property…call the County first to see if the work you’re planning on doing is legal.

Are permits required for fences in Anne Arundel County?

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:42:27 +0000

Does Anne Arundel Country Maryland require building permits for fences?

Generally speaking, according the the County website, fences under six feet, and located completely within the property lines, do not require a building permit. You should check with the County if the property is located on a corner lot, or waterfront, since some restrictions do apply here.

Keep in mind too that many properties in Anne Arundel County are subject to Home Owners and Condo Association restrictions. At minimum, you should review your HOA or Condo documents, and call the Architectural Committee or Property Manager.

If you have any questions about fences and permits, you should check with Anne Arundel County at their website, or call 410-222-7000.

Crofton, MD Active Listings at Lowest Point in 5 Years

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:43:21 +0000

Crofton remains one of the preferred destination points in Anne Arundel County, MD. We are perfectly situated between the large employment markets of Baltimore and Washington, DC. Ft. Meade, home of the NSA, and a growing military installation, is just minutes away.

I have to say though, unless the Active listings get replenished soon, sales could be affected. The market is robust right now and buyers are out looking. While the reduced inventory is good for sellers at the moment, I believe that most REALTORS® would like to see a few more Active listings added to the inventory.

If you’re looking for a home in Crofton, MD or the surrounding area…I can help. Call me on my cell at 443-995-9595.

Crofton MD–CCA General Membership Meeting, January 17, 2012

admin — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 19:53:31 +0000

Crofton, MD residents can join their friends and neighbors at the Crofton Civic Association on January 17, 2012 at the Crofton Elementary School. The meeting will start at 7:30 with the appropriate Pledge of Allegiance.

The AGENDA for the meeting will include:

President’s Message – Steve Grimaud
Presentation of the FY 2013 Budget
Other business
Citizen comments

If you like how Crofton is being managed, or if you have some recommendations for change, come on down to the Annual Meeting and let your voice be heard. Looks like the recommended budget for FY2013 is $1,350,882.

Hope to see you there.

Snow date is January 23, 2012

Crofton MD Real Estate – Market Statistics for November, 2011

admin — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:30:31 +0000

The Crofton, MD real estate market had a pretty good November 2011, compared to last year, and last month. Two of the most important sales statistics, Sold Dollar Volume and Closed sales, increased nicely. The median sold price has dipped since last year, but this is affected greatly by the types of housing sold in any given month. Considering that Crofton, MD has homes in the $100K price range, and all the way up to $700K, a few extra sales in the lower price ranges affect the median and average sold prices.

Days on the market compared to October 2011 showed a pretty large increase of 41%…not particularly good news for sellers. The average for November is close to four months now.

Moving forward, this is a pretty interesting chart. In November, 2011 the pending contracts outpaced new listings. Pending contracts is an early indicator of future performance. The more pending contracts, the more sales in the coming months. With pending contracts up, and new listings down, this is an indication that the Crofton, MD inventory will shrink. Good news for current sellers, and a great motivator for buyers to get off the fence.

Homes for Sale in Chapman Farm, Crofton, MD

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:20:51 +0000

Showing properties 1 – 5 of 6. See more Crofton MD – Chapman Farms.
(all data current as of 11/30/2011)

$479,900 : 1610 Chapman Rd, Crofton

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Lot size: 9,108 sq ft

Year built: 1996

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 11

Walk Score®: 34
$550,000 : 1527 Fenway Rd, Crofton

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Lot size: 12,020 sq ft

Year built: 1994

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 81

Walk Score®: 37
$419,900 : 1512 Chapman Rd, Crofton

3 beds, 2 full baths

Lot size: 7,791 sq ft

Year built: 1993

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 85

Walk Score®: 37
$485,000 : 2806 Brite Ct, Crofton

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Lot size: 7,200 sq ft

Year built: 1993

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 213

Walk Score®: 42
$474,900 : 1502 Sage Ct, Crofton

5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,377 sq ft

Lot size: 7,021 sq ft

Year built: 1993

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 214

Walk Score®: 40

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Crofton, MD Foreclosures for Sale

admin — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 05:36:25 +0000

Showing properties 1 – 9 of 9. See more Crofton MD Foreclosures.
(all data current as of 11/29/2011)

$325,500 : 2206 Montauk Dr, Crofton

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Lot size: 1,420 sq ft

Year built: 2000

Days on market: 1

Walk Score®: 18
$209,900 : 1508 Marlborough Ct #40, Crofton

3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 1,332 sq ft

Year built: 1978

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 29

Walk Score®: 32
$154,900 : 1615 Fendall Ct #44, Crofton

3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 1,136 sq ft

Year built: 1977

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 37

Walk Score®: 23
$92,900 : 2058 Happy Ln #D, Crofton

2 beds, 1 full bath

Home size: 1,107 sq ft

Year built: 1973

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 39

Walk Score®: 22
$220,000 : 2073 Pawlet Dr, Crofton

3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Lot size: 1,362 sq ft

Year built: 1998

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 44

Walk Score®: 42
$444,960 : 1131 Charing Cross Dr, Crofton

4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 3,848 sq ft

Lot size: 7,797 sq ft

Year built: 1991

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 60

Walk Score®: 42
$189,900 : 1456 Blockton Ct #71xa, Crofton

3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Home size: 1,330 sq ft

Year built: 1978

Parking spots: 1

Days on market: 64

Walk Score®: 26
$250,000 : 1726 Dana St #4, Crofton

3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Year built: 1967

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 71

Walk Score®: 57
$309,900 : 1814 Crofton Pkwy, Crofton

4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

Lot size: 15,300 sq ft

Year built: 1972

Parking spots: 2

Days on market: 111

Walk Score®: 32

Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.

Crofton MD Real Estate–Homes for Sale in Crofton, MD, 11/23/11

admin — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:32:41 +0000

Crofton, MD continues to remain a destination community for buyers relocating into the area. This shouldn’t be a surprise since Crofton has excellent schools, a fantastic location, and a decent selection of single family homes, townhouses, and condos in all price ranges.

Buyers shouldn’t wait too long though since the number of listings has now dropped below 100, for the first time in a while. Despite that, there are still quite a number of opportunities for buyers to grab a deal on a Crofton home, while interest rates are still low.

The map below shows all Crofton, MD homes for sale. Click on any of the icons to get detailed information, and pictures, of all active listings.

If you’re not already working with an agent to find a home in Crofton, MD, or anywhere in the surrounding area call Rich at 443-995-9595.

I haven’t done my leaves yet…it can’t snow already

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 11:59:45 +0000

OK, I was just listening to the weather on TV and they’re forecasting the possibility of snow this weekend. Thankfully, they’re talking about no accumulations, and more than likely mixed with rain as well. I don’t know about you, but this is way too early to be talking about snow.