Cohousing-L Mailing List: 2BR 2 BA loft home available in Eastern Village Cohousing, Silver Spring, MD

[Rodney Elin (hen3ry]

> Our condo is located on the third and fourth floors of Eastern Village 
> Cohousing in Silver Spring, Maryland, right on the border of 
> Washington D.C. Here is the upper/fourth floor plan 
> (http://ecohousing.net/floorplans/315UP.PDF 
> <http://ecohousing.net/floorplans/315UP.PDF>) and the lower/third 
> floor plan (http://ecohousing.net/floorplans/315.PDF 
> <http://ecohousing.net/floorplans/315.PDF>). Both floors have doors 
> leading to the outside onto separate balconies overlooking prime views 
> of the sculptured and landscaped courtyard.
> The unit is 2 large bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, approximately 1,233 
> square feet. 2 living areas - 1 upstairs/1 downstairs, open loft with 
> spiral stairs, bamboo floors throughout, Zero-VOC or clay paint 
> throughout,ceiling fan in master bedroom, and large windows. There is 
> a lot of closet/storage space, washer/dryer, Modern kitchen with 
> convection oven, built in microwave, filtered water in fridge, and 
> silestone counters.
> The monthly condo fee is approx. $410; it includes water, gas, and 
> Internet. Satellite TV is available through the building at a 
> discounted group rate; the unit is also wired for cable and receives 
> good over-the-air TV reception. Parking is available on the street or 
> you can (as most residents do) pay $95/month for a county PCS permit, 
> which allows 24-hr parking in the garage behind Eastern Village as 
> well as the other county-run Silver Spring garages. Our 2012 state and 
> county real estate taxes were approximately $3,815.
>
> If you haven't already, check out our website for more information on 
> the Eastern Village Cohousing community: 
> _http://www.easternvillage.org/ <http://www.easternvillage.org/>_. I'm 
> also copying (below) a summary of some of the great things about our 
> community, written by another resident here. (Note that all community 
> activities are optional, though they are one of the nicest things 
> about living here!)
>
> We are doing a for-sale-by-owner (as many of the sales here have 
> been), and our asking price is $394,900. We are moving into our new 
> house in late April and would ideally like to close around the same 
> time, though can be flexible.
>
> If you would like more information or would like to see our home, 
> please contact Paul and Rachel at evc315 [at] gmail.com 
> <mailto:evc315 [at] gmail.com>.
>
>
> And for more details:
> Eastern Village Cohousing Condominium: Country Living in the City! We 
> enjoy...
>
> Potluck Dinners: Every Monday we celebrate with a potluck dinner in
> the common house dining room.
>
> Birthday Celebrations: On the first Monday of each month, the potluck
> dinners celebrate those residents whose birthdays occur during that
> month.
>
> SAGE Brunches: On the first Friday of each month, we host a SAGE
> brunch. Although this brunch was initially designed primarily for
> retirees, all are welcome to attend/participate, and in fact we
> encourage everyone to participate. The only general rule is that we
> do not talk shop.
>
> Vegan Meal Nights: Every other Wednesday night, residents bring their
> favorite vegan dish to share with all.
>
> Movie Nights: We have three versions: group viewing of movies at the
> AFI or Majestic Theatres in downtown Silver Spring, group viewing of
> movies in another resident's home, and group viewing of movies on the
> roof or common house.
>
> Theater Shows: We attend plays and shows at venues such as the
> Kennedy Center, Montgomery College, etc., in groups, and we often get
> discounted tickets.
>
> Yoga: We organize two weekly yoga classes onsite: one with a
> professional teacher and one run collaboratively by residents.
>
> Bikes: We have bike spaces throughout the building (locations assigned
> by lottery) and in the adjacent Kennett Street Garage, and a very
> bike-friendly community.
>
> Poetry Readings: We have our own resident poet.
>
> Sunset Celebrations: Enjoy gorgeous views and impromptu sunset
> celebrations on the roof with beverages and light refreshments. Happy
> hours in the courtyard are not uncommon in the warmer months!
>
> "Green" Living Roof: Our roof is another beloved community common
> space, with play equipment for the children, a gazebo with tables and
> chairs for al fresco dining, and lounge chairs for taking in the
> panoramic views amidst the plants of the living roof (another "green"
> feature of the building).
>
> Trusted Baby Sitters: Baby sitters are easy to find within the
> community; the best part is that you do not have to pick them up or
> drive them home.
>
> Safe Play Areas for Children: Not only do we have several areas for
> children to play safely, members of the community keep close tabs on
> the children to ensure their safety and security. Strangers are
> immediately identifiable since we are such a close-knit community.
>
> Built-in Pet Sitters: This pet-friendly community has many residents
> who will take care of your pets inside your home while you are away,
> at no charge.
>
> Community Engagement: Our neighborhood is represented by the South
> Silver Spring Neighborhood Association, which meets regularly and
> advocates well for neighborhood concerns (and plans the annual block
> party!)
>
> Environmentally Friendly: EVC is a LEED (Leadership in Energy and
> Environmental Design) Silver award winner. The building's common
> spaces and the individual condos have low electric bills because of
> our energy-efficient geothermal heating/cooling system. Appliances are
> Energy Star, paint is low or no-VOC, and many units have bamboo
> floors.
>
> EVC Guest Rooms: We have three guest rooms, located on the 2nd, 3rd,
> and 4th floors, respectively. These large, comfortable, hotel-style
> rooms each have their own separate full baths and are available for
> use by residents and their guests (ideal for when the in-laws or that
> old college friend visit).
>
> EVC Websites: We have two websites, one where we post pertinent
> documents and residents can comment on issues of concern. That
> website is available to all members of the community and requires a
> user name and password: The other is a website that is accessible
> without a username or password and provides general information
> concerning the community: _http://www.easternvillage.org/ 
> <http://www.easternvillage.org/>_.
>
> Walkable Community:
> * Within a 5 minute walk: Blair Plaza, Giant Foods w/ Starbucks, CVS,
> barber, beauty salon, manicurists, dry cleaners, Caribou Coffee,
> Moorenko's Ice Cream, & restaurants (Oriental East, Mamma Lucia,
> Pomegranate Cafe, Subway, Tiramisu, Pizza Bolis, etc.)
> * Within a 10 minute walk: the Silver Spring Metro & MARC stations,
> Starbucks, Einstein Bagels, RiteAid, FedEx Office, Plaza Art Supply,
> fire and police station, restaurants (Quary House, Sidebar, Jackie's, 
> Olazzo, Pacci's
> Neapolitan Pizzeria, Fire Station 1, etc.), Shepard park Playground, 
> Jessup Blair Park, Montgomery College
>
> * Within a 15 minute walk: Downtown Silver Spring shops and
> restaurants, AFI and Majestic Theaters, Whole Foods, Borders Books,
> Safeway, fitness centers, post office, the old Walter Reed, Shepherd 
> Park (DC)
> Library, site of the new Silver Spring Library (under construction), 
> Rock Creek trails
> etc.
> * Within one block: Metro Bus stops (S2, 70/71/79 Express), plus free
> weekday VanGo bus
> _http://www.silverspringdowntown.com/transportation/vango-stops 
> <http://www.silverspringdowntown.com/transportation/vango-stops>_
>
> Know Your Neighbors: One of the great things about Eastern Village is
> that you will know your neighbors, be greeted by your neighbors, and
> be helped by your neighbors. It's a wonderful place to live!