I visited an open house today. From the outside, the home was charming, and inside, it was adorable. It's been on the market for 26 days and I wonder how long it will last. Why? Because by today's standards it's small: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, no formal dining room. AND, it had been enlarged with an addition. Some people will just stop reading here -- obviously a waste of time.
Growing up in a DC row house, I always dreamed of someday living in a big house with tons of space. After having tried the roles of wife, mother, and maid-in-chief, I'm no longer entranced with the 5 bedroom, 5 bath home. That's way too many bathtubs to be scrubbing.
This house, though, is imminently livable. Situated on a level lot, with lovely landscaping and not much grass to be cut -- a definite plus. Beautiful hardwood floors, a very cozy [real estate speak for tiny] kitchen, spacious living room. The addition enlarged the master bedroom and bath and added a sun room. The place would be great for entertaining....that's my favorite line from all the HGTV house hunting shows. It's mentioned so often, it would appear that everyone is looking for a home that can accomodate not only the immediate family, a constant stream of visitors.
Really, with a separate dining room, the place would have been perfect. But, much as I loved it, I'm not sure it's worth over $600k. But, maybe one day.
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