Located off New Hampshire Avenue near White Oak, the neighborhood is bordered by Northwest Branch Park. There are 156 Homes. Most were built between 1948 and 1974 and each lot is a little over an acre The oldest home is the original farmhouse built in 1853 where Quaint Acres Drive and Applegrove Rd meet inside the Entrance to the Subdivision. The homes are great examples of custom Mid-Century Modern Houses and no two are alike. This is a quiet, lovely neighborhood, where you can still find homes set back from the street on gorgeous, large, … (2 comments)
Since my recent post about the Oldest House in Silver Spring an EVEN OLDER ONE has come on the market for sale. It's the original Kinsman Farmhouse out Colesville Road between 4 corners and Burnt Mills. It dates back to 1783!, and I thought 1833 was OLD!! It's on almost an acre hidden from the Road in the midst of newer houses and townhouses. You won't believe the restoration that's been done on this 7 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath, 2 Fireplace Historic House or the fact that it is OVER 200 years old and is in the 4 Corners/Northwood Park area of Silver Spring. … (6 comments)
silver spring real estate: Famous People from Silver Spring, Md - Lewis Black
- 03/29/07 02:10 AM
Childhood home of Lewis N. Black, TV personality,grammy award winner, comedian and playwright. This house was built in 1953 and Lewis Black's parents were the original owners. Born in 1948, Lewis was raised in this modest 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Brick Rambler with an unfinished basement, located in the Burnt Mills Knolls subdivision of Silver Spring, Md zip code 20903.
Lewis graduated from Springbrook High School in 1966.
Black's parents Samuel and Jeanette lived in this home up until the time they sold it in August of 2001.
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silver spring real estate: Silver Spring Single Family Houses and Neighborhoods
- 02/14/07 05:52 AM
Are you looking for charm? The neighborhoods closest to Downtown Silver Spring are older and full of charm! The neighborhoods of East Silver Spring,Woodmoor, Woodside, Indian Spring Village, North Hills and Northwood Park, to name a few, are filled with bungalows, cape cods and brick colonials on tree-lined streets. You will find hardwood flooring, wood-burning fireplaces, screened-in porches, and neighbors taking walks in the evenings. The prices for these single family homes is anywhere from 450,000 to 1,000,000+ If you are looking for a newer home with lots of space and newer amenities, you might be interested in the neighborhoods of Greater Silver Spring … (0 comments)
silver spring real estate: Silver Spring, Md Beautiful Home Perched in the Park
- 02/14/07 04:48 AM
Magnificent Old Word Tudor in Sligo Park Hills Silver Spring, MD 20910Majestically sited 5 Level Tudor on the Park in Sligo Park Hills - Brick and Stone Contruction Circa 1941. Completely Restored and Updated with Pella Windows,Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counters and Island. Master Bathroom with 2 Person Tub Jets. Separate Dining Room, Family Room, Fireplace, Hardwood Floors, 14 Foot Ceilings. 2 Car Garage! The Best and most Beautiful Architectural Details Remain. Absolutely Gorgeous Setting in Park with Tiered Gardens. a Unique and Special Find in Close in Silver Spring-Takoma Park area. SOLD … (2 comments)
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