Patterson Park Issue #12: July 2009
Kimi Aghevli, REALTOR
Just Listed Listed in June 14 N Decker - $295,00o 3 BR/ 1 BA 11 N Belnord - $178,500 2 BR / 1.5 BA 2518 Fairmount - $174,900 4 BR/ 2 BA 3002 Pratt - $124,900 3 BR/ 2.5 BA
Contract List Price At Time of Contract – Sale Price Available Post-Settlement
105 N Kenwood - $285,000 3 BR / 3 BA 3 N Clinton - $199,900 3 BR/ 3 BA 112 S Ellwood - $189,900 2 BR/ 2 .5 BA 2939 Baltimore - $125,000 4 BR/ 2 BA
Recent Sales Settled in June 34 N Potomac - $127,500 2 BR / 2 BA 113 N Linwood - $164,500 2 BR/ 2.5 BA 138 N Ellwood - $150,000 3 Br / 2.5 BA 147 Luzerne - $223,000 3 BR/2 BA 107 Lakewood - $249,000 2 BR /1.5 BA 2912 Baltimore - $298,000 3 BR/3 BA
For more information regarding these or other real estate transactions, or to get a free comparative market analysis for your home, email or call me!
July 2009 In our hectic, fast-paced, consumer-driven society, it's common to feel overwhelmed, isolated and alone. Many are re-discovering the healing and empowering role that community can bring to our lives. The sense of belonging we feel when we make the time to take an active role in our communities can give us a deeper sense of meaning and purpose. - Robert Alan
Issue #12 July 2009
Kimi Aghevli, Realtor
Upcoming Events in the Park Start off the month by celebrating our country’s independence, and stay in the celebratory mood all month long! Our nation, our city, and our neighborhood are perfect examples of how different backgrounds, lifestyles, and ideas combine to make something so much greater than the sum of its parts. But with so many things going on, you’ll be sure to find a few that fit just who you are. Stay cool, Patterson Park!
Patterson Park Patter Check out my new blog, the Patterson Park Patter, and keep up to date on all the latest events, parties, fundraisers, debates and news. I started the blog to highlight all the great things we have going on around here, and add a bit of a personal twist as well (see photos of how I transformed my back patio from onerous to oasis). Recent topics include updates on the food co-op plans, fundraisers and benefits in our neighborhood, alley gating, local CSAs, what I LOVE about living here, and what’s hard, too. I also have links to other Patterson Parkers’ blogs, and some great home design sites and renovation projects. Of course, if you know me you know it wouldn’t be complete without a little bit of cooking and baking in the mix, too! So have a look, and let me know what you think! http://PattersonParkPatter.blogspot.com
July 10th (Saturday) Attend the reception for a satellite ArtScape exhibit at the Creative Alliance. A group of contemporary artists created graphic art and design infused with the politics of today. The work challenges each viewer not only to keep the peace, but to be proactive agents knowing we all belong to a greater whole. (Reception 6-8 p.m., exhibit runs July 2nd – 18th) free July 4th (Saturday) Happy Independence Day! Whether you head to the inner harbor for fireworks (start at 9:30 p.m.), celebrate on a roof deck, or on your patio, take a moment to reflect on all the ways in which we are fortunate and what we each can do to keep our country a great place. July 7th (Tuesday) Playing what Latin Beat magazine calls “the finest dancing & listening music possible,” Rumba Club will be playing the Pagoda Concert in the Park, starting at 6:30 p.m. free July 15th (Wednesday) Audubon Ladies Night is back, this time teach the basics of vermicomposting at 7 p.m. at the Ice Rink. Email ppaudubon@gmail.com for info and to register. $15 July 17th-19th (Friday-Sunday) It’s time for ArtScape, the region's premier celebration of the arts, so grab your neighbors and carpool to Mt. Royal to check out performers and artists. More info at www.artscap.org July 21st (Tuesday) Lawnchair draws its sound from the roots of rock and roll and country music. The fourpiece ensemble will rock the park at the Pagoda Concert in the Par starting at 6:30 p.m. free July 26th (Sunday) Voted best salsa orchestra in D.C. five years in a row, Orquesta La Romana brings salsa and swing to the Park at the Pagoda Concert in the Park starting at 6:30 p.m. free 2
Kimi Aghevli, Realtor
Issue #12 July 2009
Featured Real Estate Article:
2009 Maryland Legislative Session
Important Real Estate Legislation That Could Affect You! Excerpts taken from the June/July 2009 Issue of Maryland Realtor Magazine’s Legislative Review Article, written by William Castelli, Esquire
The 2009 Maryland Legislative session recently wrapped up, with some notable victories for consumers and REALTORS alike. I have selected a few of the bills that passed that I think may be of importance or interest to those in our neighborhood. Have a look, and let me know if you have questions, or if you’d like to hear about other notable bills. You never know what could save you money or hassles down the road, so brush up on a few important decisions that may affect our neighborhood or your home.
SB 87: Property Tax – Homestead Tax Credit Modifies the application process for the HTC, extending the filing deadline to September 1 for any settlements that ocurr between January and July. If a homeowner fails to apply for the credi by December 31st, 2012, the homeowner will still have one year to reapply for the credit and it will be instated as if the credit was never lost Effective June 1 2009
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SB 227/HB 144: Baltimore City Newly Constructed Dwelling Tax Credit Extends the authority of Baltimore City new dwelling tax credit, which was set to expire this summer. The credit is a multi-year credit applied to a new constructed property located in the city. The bills also provide an amnesty period for owners of newly constructed buildings built after 2005 but who never previously applied for the credit. Effective June 1 2009
SB 538: Homestead Tax Credit – Improvements Increases the value of home improvements that will trigger a reassessment of the property to $100,000 from $50,000. Typically, a home is only reassessed every three years, but may be reassessed sooner if a home improvement is completed. This will reduce the number of reassessments resulting form home improvement. Effective July 1 2009
The current housing market offers unprecedented opportunities for first-time and move-up buyers alike. Call or email me to talk about your best move. Kimi Aghevli
410.925.6625/410.732.3030
KAghevli@YWGCrealty.com
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Kimi Aghevli, Realtor
Issue #12 July 2009
www.pattersonpark.ning.com
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KIMI AGHEVLI PATTERSON PARK’S NEIGHBORHOOD REALTOR 9 South Linwood Avenue Baltimore, MD 21224 KAghevli@YWGCRealty.com (410) 925-6625 Cell/(410)732-3030 Office www.YWGCRealty.com/kaghevli www.pattersonpark.ning.com This information is deemed to be accurate but is not warranted