Rockville
Together with Rockville realtor Rowena De Leon, John and Christine Louise visit three homes in the Maryland neighborhood from a starter condo to a dream bungalow. Along the way, our hosts explore the history of Rockville Pike, Offutt’s General Store (which later became Hank Dietle’s Tavern), and stop by Gwennie’s Bakery, a local Filipino business featuring traditional UBE desserts.
Episodes
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Sandy Spring/Olney
S3 E4 - 27m 28s
With realtor Karen Rollings, John and Christine check out the Sandy Spring/Olney neighborhoods. Join them as they visit three properties in the area and attempt to guess the listing prices. Also, learn about the area’s Quaker and African American history and explore the country’s largest outdoor climbing park, Sandy Spring Adventure Park.
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Mount Vernon
S3 E3 - 28m 24s
Once home to George Washington’s farmland, Mount Vernon prides itself on its history. Led by realtor Lauren Kolazas, hosts John and Christine guess the listing prices on a quaint starter home built in 1950, a mid-century modern home designed by architect Charles Goodman, and a breathtaking colonial with influences from the 1770s.
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Annapolis
S3 E2 - 28m 56s
With help from realtor Kirstin Whitaker, John and Christine visit the nautical town of Annapolis, Maryland’s capital. They tour and guess the listing prices of three homes, from historic to modern, all with water views. Also, follow along to learn about the famous naval history of the town, as well as the arts, culture and buildings that make the story of Annapolis come to life.
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Navy Yard
S3 E1 - 28m 3s
From a row home built in 1915 to a condo overlooking Nationals Park, the season premiere explores both old and new homes in D.C.’s Navy Yard. Guided by realtor Chris Chambers, hosts John and Christine tour three homes in the Southeast D.C. neighborhood to guess the listing prices of each location and learn about the area’s meaningful history from some of Navy Yard’s long-time residents.
Extras + Features
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"The Perfect Starter Home in Annapolis"
S3 E2 - 5m 1s
With original details around every corner, John and Christine love the flow and character of this 1940s home in Annapolis's Homewood neighborhood. Upstairs, large windows flood three bedrooms with light. Downstairs, a four season sun room looks out over a lush backyard built for entertaining. No wonder John calls it "the perfect starter home in Annapolis."
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Preview: Annapolis
S3 E2 - 30s
With help from realtor Kirstin Whitaker, John and Christine visit the nautical town of Annapolis, Maryland’s capital. They tour and guess the listing prices of three homes, from historic to modern, all with water views. Also, follow along to learn about the famous naval history of the town, as well as the arts, culture and buildings that make the story of Annapolis come to life.
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An Fabulous Porch and Other Surprises in Oyster Bay
S3 E2 - 5m 14s
"Oh, what an outdoor space!", exclaims Christine as she steps out on the screened-in porch of this 5 Bedroom, 3.1 Bath home in Annapolis's Oyster Harbor neighborhood. It's one of many surprises that make guessing the list price of the property a challenge. Can you do better than John and Christine?
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Rebirth Around the Washington Navy Yard
S3 E1 - 5m 27s
The Navy Yard neighborhood was once home to a vibrant community of immigrants and African Americans. But by the 1980s, many residents had left as the area became a haven for drugs and crime. In recent years, the Arthur Capper/Carrollsburg Housing Project was replaced with a mix of market rate housing, workforce homes, and affordable housing surrounding a brand new community center.
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A Condo with a View in Navy Yard
S3 E1 - 6m 36s
As soon as they enter this 7th floor condo overlooking Nationals Park, John and Christine are blown away by the view that overlooks Nationals Park. Inside, the unit is sleek and modern from top to bottom. Lacquer cabinets, a large granite island, and high-end appliances in the kitchen impress -- as does a flexible open concept living space built for entertaining.
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Buying This Home in DC's Navy Yard is Buying a Lifestyle
S3 E1 - 5m 14s
The modern vibe of this 2-bedroom, 2-bath, 950 square foot condo on First St., SE impresses, as does the size and functionality of the kitchen. But what really makes this home pop is the sunken patio, perfect for entertaining before a night out in Navy Yard. As realtor Chris Chambers puts it, "If you're buying down here... you're buying for the lifestyle."
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Preview: Navy Yard
S3 E1 - 30s
From a row home built in 1915 to a condo overlooking Nationals Park, the season premiere explores both old and new homes in D.C.’s Navy Yard. Guided by realtor Chris Chambers, hosts John and Christine tour three homes in the Southeast D.C. neighborhood to guess the listing prices of each location and learn about the area’s meaningful history from some of Navy Yard’s long-time residents.
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One of the Few Remaining Original Homes in Navy Yard
S3 E1 - 5m 37s
Christine calls this renovated 1915 rowhome on K St, SE "a great combination of old and new" -- a rarity in the Navy Yard neighborhood where most original homes were leveled during the construction boom of the early 2000s. Inside, a quartz waterfall countertop is a statement piece in the kitchen, as are modern finishes in the bathrooms. Outside, the team is blown away by a deck and patio.
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