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Rockville, the second largest city in Maryland, is located 15 miles north of the heart of Washington, D.C. It's conveniently located just minutes from I270N and the Capital Beltway. Numerous local parks and gardens provide a peaceful atmosphere for family outings. The diverse population creates a setting rich in culture. Numerous restaurants, museums, festivals, and theatres provide a variety of activities to enjoy. |  | | | The Metro, the area subway system, provides a stress-free commute to work. | |
The convenience of the Metro rail system, Ride-On Buses, Taxi services, and three local airports provides mobility throughout the area and worldwide. The Rockville Pike Corridor contains variety of retail, department, and specialty stores totaling over ONE MILLION SQUARE FEET of space!!! Many other shopping malls are located within 10 miles of the hub of Rockville. Rockville and the surrounding area are rich in history. Antique shops, museums, monuments, and historical homes bring at touch of the past into one of the most technologically advanced areas of the world. |  | | | Rockville City | |
Located 8 miles north of Washington, D.C. and 1 mile from the Capitol Beltway, this community of 1,700 residents resembles small town, USA. Small antique shops and cafes line the streets. Prices for Townhomes range from $400,000 to $600,000. Single family homes run between $350,000 to over $1,200,000. The community has 4 town parks, 2 recreation centers with athletic fields, a basketball court and a lighted basketball, 2 soccer fields, and several tennis courts. Wheaton Plaza and other shopping districts are nearby. The Metrorail subway, RIDE-ON bus service, and MARC commuter rail provide and easy commute for residents. 
This beautiful suburb is rich in tradition. Among the 88,000 residence are many government officials and industrial leaders. As one of the Greater Washington's largest and most densely populated suburbs, it is redeveloping many areas to accommodated high-rise residential and office structures, restaurants, and the growth of its business district. Bethesda, the site of many old churches and historic buildings, is also home to large Federal installations. Prices for single-family houses range from $200,000 to $2,000,000; prices for condominium apartments can go from $280,000 to $1,200,000. Townhouse prices range from $400,000 to $800,000. Bethesda is populated with over 600 stores in the business are. There are 14 shopping centers and 2 regional shopping malls. Over two dozen parks are scattered throughout the 20 square mile area. Recreation and community centers, sport fields and performance art centers add to the cultural aspect of the community. 
With a small population of just under 8,000 people, Burtonsville has much to offer. There are two shopping centers located on either side of Route 29 (Columbia Pike) containing everything from a Farmer's Market to a typical grocery store.
With a small population of just under 8,000 people, Burtonsville has much to offer. There are two shopping centers located on either side of Route 29 (Columbia Pike) containing everything from a Farmer's Market to a typical grocery store.
Chevy Chase is a group of single-family residential communities located in the southern portion of Bethesda and adjacent to the District of Columbia. The prestigious community is almost entirely residential with some churches, a fire station and a post office scattered throughout. Single family homes range from $600,000 to over $5,000,000. Town houses range from $600,000 to $950,000; prices for condominiums range from $275,000 to $1,500,000. The community contains a diverse range of places of worship, four elementary schools, ten private schools, five local parks and numerous sport fields and recreation centers. 
Colesville is a somewhat smaller suburban area with about 20,000 residents currently, however it conveniently 11.5 miles outside of Washington, D.C. Its main shopping center contains everything from your average grocery store to bakery and family restaurants. The nearby Glenmont Shopping Center contains a bowling alley and arcade. For the outdoor experience travel a few miles to beautiful Brookside Gardens and its nature center as well as Wheaton Regional Park. Every year Colesville is also host to a Strawberry Festival (typically held in May). It is located a few miles off from route 29 and I-95 in addition to RIDE-ON and metro bus access at nearby Glenmont and Wheaton stations. 
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 Damascus is a quiet residential community of about 10,000. Though it is surrounded by open terrain, it's conveniently equidistant from Washington, Baltimore, and Frederick City. I-270 and I-70 are six miles away to provide easy access to the metropolitan cities. Townhomes range from $250,000 to $550,000 and single family detached homes run $340,000 to $900,000. Condos are around $200,000 +. The MARC commuter rail provides a hassle-free commute to Rockville, Silver Spring and Washington, D.C. The community shares two neighborhood parks and a 281 acre Regional park that contains athletic fields, lighted basketball and tennis courts, and horseshoe pits. Black Hill Regional Park also offers fishing, boating, playgrounds, and a maze of bike trails. 
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 Gaithersburg is located in the heart of Montgomery County with a population of around 50,000 in 9.9 square miles of land. Residents reflect a diverse population. Several major businesses and research centers in the area give the area it's "Biotech Valley" nickname. Single family homes range from $350,000 to $1,500,000; Townhomes $250,000 to $750,000; condominiums from $180,000 to $450,000. The community boasts over a dozen local and neighborhood parks, community center, several shopping malls or plazas, and an indoor/outdoor aquatic center. The Metrorail, RIDE-ON buss service, and MARC commuter rail provide an easy commute for residents. 
Once a large farming area, this community of about 41,145 residents now provides a vast arraign of services and employment opportunities in major companies; including U.S. Department of Energy, Inc., Digital Communications Corporation, and Prudential. Single family homes range in price from $400,000 to $850,000. Townhomes range from $290,000 to $500,000 and condominiums from $250,000 to $450,000. A significant amount of the 16.7 square miles is represented with parkland, including 2 regional parks and the Great and Little Seneca Creeks. Camping, lakeside picnic areas, a public pool and athletic fields provide ample space for recreation. A new soccer and indoor tennis complex is in the construction stage. The Metrorail, RIDE-ON bus service, and MARC commuter rail provide an easy commute for residents. 
A small community near Damascus and Frederick County it consists of only 614 acres with a population of 295. Within a 20 mile radius you can find 14 Museums, 17 parks and 3 school districts. In the small area of the community you can enjoy antique shopping, use of the public golf course, Montgomery Country Club, plant nurseries and other commercial and recreational facilities that lie just outside town. The average home value range is between $350,000 to $1,500,000 
The family oriented community is located near the "I-270 Corridor." A population of 35,000 spans throughout the 2,500 acre community. Single Family detached homes range from $350,000 to over $750,000; Townhomes from $225,000 to $400,000; condos run from $175,000 to $300,000. A wealth of shopping districts are filtered throughout the village. The area provides 567 acres of green space and parkland, 35 acres of ponds and lakes, 7 pools, 27 tennis courts, 7 parks and several recreation fields. The YMCA Family Center is equipped with an indoor pool for year-round enjoyment. The Lake Marian Center has an oversized Olympic pool and full service gymnasium while an outdoor lawn theatre offers summer Sunday evening concerts. 
 Mount Airy began as a small community of just a few settlement houses and stores along one road in 1830. It is location is the midpoint between Frederick and Baltimore with a small population of approximately 7,500. Scattered throughout this small area are 31 Houses of Worship, 7 recreational facilities including 5 ball fields, playgrounds, basketball courts, soccer fields, tennis courts, as well as trails and picnic areas. In addition to the outdoor amenities there are 10 shopping centers, along with the nearby Town Mall located in Westminster, Maryland and Owings Mills Mall located in Owings Mills, Maryland. Being a small area on the border between Carroll County and Frederick City there are a variety of educational facilities at your disposal. There are a total of 9 schools in the area on both borders of Frederick and Carroll County. There are no hospitals located in the actual county of Mount Airy, however there are three in the surrounding area, Carroll County General, located in Westminster, M.D., Frederick Memorial Hospital in Frederick, M.D., and Montgomery General in Olney, M.D. 
The 46.9 square mile community is home to 23,000 residents. Surrounded by pasturelands and historical villages, Olney creates a hometown atmosphere for visitors and residents. State Route 97 (Georgia Avenue) runs through the town and directly into Washington, D.C. Single-family homes range in value from $450,000 to $1,500,000. Townhouses run from $300,000 to $500,000. Condominiums cost $250,000 to $450,000. The community boasts an 80-acre park with 5 ball fields, 18 tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, 2 volleyball courts, and other facilities. Children and youth have the opportunity to join any of the 40 athletic teams in the area; including baseball, football, softball, and basketball. Two local shopping centers and several antique shops are scattered throughout the community. 
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 Potomac has experienced very rapid growth the last decade, yet there is still much open country and many large estates have resisted subdivision. Trim, whit board fences crisscross the countryside. The 26.1 square mile community is home to 50,000 Maryland residents. New subdivisions offer large single family homes from $1,000,000 to $6,000,000. Resale homes average between $650,000 and $5,000,000. Townhomes sell for $400,000 to $1,500,000. Located near the C&O canal, Great Falls Park, and the Locust Grove Nature Center, Potomac serves the outdoor needs of its residents. Summer recreational programs are located throughout the 26 square mile region. Potomac provides a variety of programs, family-oriented events, and services that serve to create a strong community bond. 
Poolesville was settled in 1760 and incorporated in 1867. A small community with approximately 5,151 residents was named originally for its founder John Poole. A historic site located in Poolesville is the Seneca Schoolhouse Museum if you are interested in journeying back in time. A mere 8 miles north of Poolesville is the popular site, Sugarloaf Mountain. It contains 3,000 plus acres of woodlands and includes multiple trails of varied intensities for hiking as well as locations idea for picnicking. Another historic site close to Poolesville is White's Ferry located 6 miles west. It is the only ferry still in operation on the Potomac River. 
Silver Spring, established in 1918, serves as home to nearly 83,000 residents and hundreds of businesses. The convenient location provides rapid access to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, I-270, the Capital Beltway and Route 29. The real-estate market is composed of new and mature homes. Single-family detached homes sell from $300,000 to $800,000. Condominiums range from $250,000 to $450,000, while townhouses sell from $300,000 to $600,000. Public transportation provides ease of mobility throughout the 4.3 square miles. Numerous local, neighborhood, and urban parks, as well as the 3 swimming pools, 2 golf courses, and several tennis courts bring a recreational atmosphere to the community. Wheaton Regional Park, Nature Center, and Brookside Gardens enhance any outdoor experience with a variety of year round activities for everyone. Athletic leagues for men, women, and youth provide community relationships. 
Takoma Park, established in 1890, is divided between Montgomery County and Prince George's County, while bordering Washington, D.C. Formally a resort village, Takoma Park has taken on the image of a populous suburb; complete with hospital, college, and weekly Farmer's Market. Homes range from $350,000 to $900,000. Numerous recreational facilities, sport leagues, theatrical troupes, and service organizations enhance the community atmosphere throughout the 2.2 square mile area. Takoma Park's 18,000 residents enjoy various forms of public transportation; including several Metro rail stops, the MARC Train, Metro bus routes, and shuttles to the University of Maryland at College Park.
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Financing Your Home >Finicky Financiers
Buying an old house to fix up has an attraction for many people. If you can find a house with charm and character, a renovation may enable you to create just the living environment that you want. You should start with a good real estate agent to help you locate the right house and recommend lenders who make both acquisition and construction loans.
Financing a renovation is perhaps the most difficult part of the whole project, especially if the house needs extensive work. Few banks will make these loans to people who are not professional developers. You should prepare for your loan application by having a written proposal. It helps to have an engineer's report or architectural plans and to include estimates from contractors covering the costs and timetables for the work to be done. Your real estate agent can help you put together a market analysis of the neighborhood to show that you will not be over-improving the property compared with other homes in the area.
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What was the longest distance a building has ever been moved?
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Detroit's five-story Gem Theater, built in 1927, was moved 1,850 feet (5 blocks) to make way for two new sports stadiums. |
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