by kkoitz on December 14, 2011
The innovative "LifeSearch" map tool (available on greaterbethesdaonline.com) shows the blue shaded area - The Palisades neighborhood in Washington DC
Located upon hills, and sometimes steep cliffs, that overlook the Potomac River, the Palisades neighborhood features million dollar homes and lovely views of the D.C.’s natural landscape.
Bordered by Loughboro Road and the Dalecarlia Water Treatment Plant to the north, MacArthur Boulevard to the east, the Georgetown Reservoir to the south and the Potomac River to the west, the Palisades neighborhood is conveniently located near to a variety of amenities. MacArthur Boulevard, for example, offers a number of restaurants as well as dry cleaners, pharmacies, bakeries and more.
Single-family homes make up the majority of the residential real estate within the Palisades neighborhood, though there are a few condominiums and townhomes in the area as well. A variety of architectural styles can be enjoyed within the Palisades neighborhood including Cape Cods, cottages, farmhouses, Sears bungalows, and even custom-built homes. Prices tend to range in the $600,000s for a small home in need of work to well over $2 million.
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by kkoitz on December 14, 2011
Massachusetts Avenue Heights is an Affluent Community in NW Washington DC. This lovely setting shows the Jefferson Memorial's reflection in the tital basin during a moon-lit evening.
One of the most affluent neighborhoods in Washington, D.C, Massachusetts Avenue Heights, is broken down into two different enclaves. The first is a small area north of Observatory Circle. The second is a “Hollywood Hills” of Washington DC with luxury homes perched above Massachusetts Avenue.
Bordered by Massachusetts Avenue to the southwest, Woodley Road to the north, Wisconsin Avenue to the west and 34th Street NW to the east, Massachusetts Avenue Heights offers a convenient location to its residents. As such, it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise to learn that real estate in Mass Heights is highly desirable. Furthermore, due to its location near to Embassy Row, international buyers are highly attracted to this special neighborhood.
Regardless of where the home is located in Massachusetts Avenue Heights, most are characterized by large lots featuring mature trees. While there are a few homes priced in the $1 million to $2 million range, most of the homes are far more costly with some going as high as $20 million. The homes on the higher end of the price range typically have a European flair along with grand entertaining spaces, custom mill-work and large, secluded lots.
Thanks to its location near to Rock Creek Park, residents of Massachusetts Avenue Heights also enjoy easy access to a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
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