The market remains stable with some normal seasonal adjustments, with a few more buyers searching for their first or next home. The weather has finally improved to summer heat and people are thinking about vacations and I think this may be having some effect on the number of home buyers looking for new homes. The number of new listings has increased and the number of homes going under contract has also increased. The numbers boast an improvement in the housing market here in Maryland. There is speculation though that this increase in market activity is just due to seasonal adjustments though rather than market conditions and the reduction in the federal lending rates. It will be interesting to see how this all changes with the changes in the FHA and Jumbo loan limits and adjustments in the interest rates. Overall, it's still a great time to buy.
These figures are taken directly from our MRIS system and are believed to be accurate.
Glen Burnie, MD
New Listings 14 (decrease 12 from last week)
Under Contract 15(increase 3 over last week)
Settled Sales 9 (increase of 4 from last week)
Anne Arundel County
New Listings 225 (decrease of 16 from last week)
Under Contract 96 (increase of 2 over last week)
Settled Sales 96 (increase of 30 over last week)
Glen Burnie offers many affordable housing opportunities for those relocating to Ft. Meade and Annapolis. Glen Burnie is located north on 97 from rt 50 or north on Rt. 2 from Annapolis Naval Academy and east along 32 and north on 97 from Ft. Meade. It is a relatively easy commute from either base and only a couple short miles from the Curtis Bay Coast Guard Station too.
If you are thinking of buying or selling a home give me a call today and we'll talk about the market conditions and what your home could possibly be worth in today's market place if you are thinking of selling. If you are considering buying a home, there is no better time than now to buy. The tax savings and wealth building a lone is worth the plunge into todays market.
June Piper-Brandon, Broker - Advance Realty - http://www.gb-advancerealtyusa.com/ or http://www.homesdatabase.com/junepiperbrandon
Just Listed!!
This home was built in 1923 and still retains many of it's original features, including the inlay wood floors
, large living room with wood burning fireplace, exposed beam ceiling and the room bathed in natural daylight through it's many windows. The living room is spacious with lots of room for family gatherings and/or entertaining.
The large formal dining room is located behind the living room and is the gateway to the first of four bedrooms. The dining room is spacious and large enough for a large dining table and chairs and a china cabinet. 
right of the dining room is a large kitchen. The kitchen still has the original wood floors. There is plenty of counter and cupboard space in this kitchen and a storage pantry in the hall to the living room. The kitchen features built in microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, gas stove and refrigerator. To the rear of the kitchen is a nice mudroom with an outside entrance from the rear patio, yard and detached garage. The kitchen is large enough for a small table.
Upstairs you'll find three spacious bedrooms, all with hardwood floors. The master bedroom is located to the rear of the house with it's own private balcony/covered deck. What a great way to finish off a hectic day - enjoying the peaceful evening sounds. Or a great way to start the day with your morning coffee listening to the world around you coming to life. The covered deck overlooks a lovely shaded rear yard.