Piney Orchard Real Estate: More Sellers Needed!

The residential real estate market in Odenton, Maryland’s, Piney Orchard community has not been this slow in 30 years — all because there are not enough homes to purchase. Buyers are out there, however, and they are paying record prices for the few homes that are for sale.

The normally thriving residential real estate market centered around the U.S. military’s Fort Meade, Maryland, complex is currently stuck in the mud, thanks largely to elevated mortgage interest rates and a critically short supply of homes for sale.

The latest housing market figures for Odenton, Maryland, which borders Fort Meade, show that the number of closed sales and the number of newly listed homes is at a generational low. Many sellers who purchased homes in recent years were able to do so with mortgage interest rates in the 3% to 4% range. Now, they are reluctant to sell their properties and face buying a new home with a 7% to 8% mortgage.

The good news for home owners who live in Piney Orchard, one of Odenton’s most popular communities, is that sale prices are at an all-time high. In addition, buyers are snapping up for-sale properties in Piney Orchard as soon as they come on the market.

Home sales data for the Odenton, Maryland, community of Piney Orchard. Odenton is directly adjacent to Fort Meade, Maryland.

In March, the median sold price for a home in Piney Orchard was $513,000, up 20.9% from the same time a year ago. The median “days on market” for Piney Orchard homes was 4 days, meaning homes in the community sold 55.6% faster than in March 2023.

But buyers need not fret. If you or someone you know is looking to purchase a home in the greater central Maryland area, hope is not lost. Contact Jerry Kline, with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, today. His 13 years of experience buying and selling homes for clients will help you find you the perfect home in no time – even in this environment.

New Baby, New Job, New House!

Jerry Kline (left), Realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, celebrates the new-home purchase of buyer clients Kristen & Shaun Lillard.

Shaun & Kristen Lillard have been very busy.

Having welcomed a new child and accepted Shaun’s job offer at Fort Meade, Maryland, the couple needed to find a new home to shorten Shaun’s commute from northern Virginia. The couple turned to Jerry Kline, Realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, to help them purchase a new property that would make their hectic life a lot easier.

This home, located at 839 Snow Valley Lane in Odenton, Maryland, was recently purchased by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Jerry showed the couple a variety of properties for sale in western Anne Arundel County and southern Howard County, and the couple recently settled on a mid-sized colonial home in the Four Seasons neighborhood of Odenton, Maryland. The property is located just a five-minute drive from Shaun’s new job and is a two-minute walk from the top-rated Waugh Chapel Elementary School and the Waugh Chapel Swim Club.

The Waugh Chapel Elementary School. The school is located just a two-minute walk from a lovely colonial-style home recently purchased by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Buyer interest in the home was heavy, and the Lillards’ offer was chosen over several other bids that were submitted. The couple recently moved into the home and began making cosmetic changes that better reflect their personal style and tastes.

The Waugh Chapel Swim Club serves the greater Odenton, Maryland, area. The club is located one block from a detached home recently purchased by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home features newer kitchen appliances, granite kitchen countertops, a fireplace in the living room and newer windows throughout the home. The large, fenced backyard is level and offers a beautiful patio. The owner's bedroom suite boasts a full bathroom and a large updated closet. Also included is a finished basement with a full bathroom. 

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship today!

Jerry Helps Family Sell in Odenton, Buy at Lake Linganore

Jerry Kline (left), Realtor with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, helps Jody and Chandler Rhodes celebrate the purchase of their new-construction home, located in New Market, Maryland’s, Lake Linganore community.

Chandler & Jody Rhodes had had enough of suburban townhouse living. Jody, in particular, longed to live in a more rural setting, to more fully indulge his love of the outdoors. The busy couple and their two young children also were clearly outgrowing their existing home.

Chandler and Jody recently contacted Jerry Kline to help them sell their three-story townhome in the Piney Orchard section of Odenton, Maryland. Jerry then helped the family locate and purchase a new property some 50 miles away in Frederick County, Maryland.

This home, located in the New Market, Maryland, community of Lake Linganore, was recently purchased for $799,900 by buyer clients represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The Rhodes’ Odenton townhome included a host of attractive updates and unique features. Jerry sold the home in three days – and for the highest price ever paid for a home in The Courts at Piney Orchard. As part of the deal, Jerry also negotiated a rent-back agreement for the sellers, which allowed them to stay in the property after settlement. This helped to make their move to their new home a bit easier.

This home, located at 2421 Winding Ridge Road in Odenton, Maryland, was recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland. The home sold for $440,000, the highest price ever paid for a townhome in The Courts at Piney Orchard,

As for their new property, Chandler and Jody purchased a new-construction colonial in the Lake Linganore area of New Market, Maryland. Perched on some 3,700 acres of greenery, Lake Linganore provides access to all kinds of nature-based recreation, including boating, swimming, fishing and more. Homeowners in the Lake Linganore community have access to two private beaches, swimming pools, basketball and tennis courts, a golf course, playgrounds, recreational fields and 30 miles of incredible hiking trails.

The couples’ new home boasts a stone-to-ceiling fireplace, upgraded quartz kitchen counters and cabinets, a master bedroom suite with a huge ceramic-tiled Roman shower, a two-story family room and a first-floor office. Chandler and Jody paid $799,900 for the property, and Jerry convinced the builder to provide the couple with $10,000 in closing cost assistance.

A view of the first-floor living area of 7421 Rimrock Court in New Market, Maryland’s, Lake Linganore community. The home was recently sold to buyers represented by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Finally, the Rhodes family has ready access to their favorite outdoor activities and tons of extra space for their growing children. If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship today!

Sold in Odenton's Seven Oaks Neighborhood!

This lovely end-unit townhome located at 130 Militia Place in Odenton, Maryland, was recently sold for $410,000 by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

There are no two ways to say it: John & Tori simply outgrew this house. It was time to find a larger home in a better school district for their kids, and the couple contacted Jerry Kline to help them sell their Odenton townhome. After 5 days on the market and receiving multiple purchase offers, the home sold for $410,000.

In terms of decor and upgrades, the house was Pottery Barn perfect. A host of buyers flocked to see the renovated kitchen & bathrooms and updated flooring & appliances.

The updated kitchen of 130 Militia Place in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently sold by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Recent updates to the home include: a new roof (2021); new carpeting (2023); a new microwave oven (2022) & refrigerator (2023); a new washer & dryer (2021); new gutters & exterior trim (2023); new sliding doors to the deck (2020); new backyard sod & a rock garden (2022); and a Ring doorbell camera (2019).

The renovated master bathroom of 130 Militia Place in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently sold for $410,000 by Jerry Kline, Realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Odenton is directly adjacent to the thriving Fort Meade U.S. military complex, which includes the National Security Agency and the U.S. Cyber Command. Fort Meade is the U.S. Army’s second largest installation, and many of the post’s 64,000 employees live in the greater Odenton area.

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline with Keller Williams Flagship today!

SOLD: The Piney Orchard Townhouse with the Perfect Lawn

The immaculate backyard of 2479 Warm Spring Way in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Larry Rose puts a lot of love into everything he does. A long-time resident of Odenton’s Piney Orchard community, Larry recently decided to move down south to enjoy his retirement. That meant selling his impeccably kept, end-unit townhome in The Courts of Piney Orchard. To do so, Larry and his wife, Susan, chose Jerry Kline of Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland to help them.

Jerry met Larry several years ago when Larry was volunteering his time on The Courts Homeowners Association Board. Larry during his time on the Board worked tirelessly to improve his community, and in the process he forged many friendships with his neighbors. Even the neighbors who do not know Larry know his house. It is the handsome, brick-front colonial that stands out because of the immaculate yard.

2479 Warm Spring Way, which is located in The Courts of Piney Orchard in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Larry works on his yard every day. The grass is always thick, dark green and perfectly trimmed. The landscaping looks great, too. It’s literally impossible to find a single weed in the front, side or back lawn. Larry likes it that way.

The upgraded kitchen of 2479 Warm Spring Way. The property is located in The Courts of Piney Orchard in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Of course, the inside of the home is just as perfectly maintained. (This is Larry we’re talking about.) The pristine condition of the property and a host of desirable upgrades attracted multiple purchase offers from buyers. Jerry sold the property in three days.

The master bedroom suite of 2479 Warm Spring Way. The property is located in The Courts of Piney Orchard in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently sold by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

In the end, Larry is sad to see the house go. But happy to start a new chapter in his life.

If you or someone you know is facing a major life event and need to buy or sell a home, call Jerry Kline (443-924-7418) with Keller Williams Flagship today!

The Rathkamps Purchase in Odenton’s Chapel Grove Community

Justin and Mariah Rathkamp and their two sons recently purchased an Odenton, Maryland, home with the help of Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Justin & Mariah Rathkamp and their two sons faced a tight deadline to find a new home after relocating to Maryland for Justin’s job. They turned to Jerry Kline, realtor, with Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland, to help them locate a great property in a convenient, family friendly neighborhood.

This home, located in Odenton’s Chapel Grove community, was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

After a short search, the Rathkamps purchased a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom townhome in Odenton’s sought-after Chapel Grove community. The neighborhood features a huge array of recreational amenities and shopping and dining options, and is served by top-rated schools. Best of all, their sons instantly found a large group of new friends to play with.

The living room of 2456 Jostaberry Way in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

Justin & Mariah’s beautiful end-unit townhome features an open floor plan with 2,300 square feet of living space. The main level boasts a family room with fireplace, a half bathroom, a gourmet kitchen with dining area and bump-out flex space leading to an oversized deck. On the upper level, there’s an owner’s suite with vaulted ceilings, a custom closet, and an ensuite bath with walk-in shower, and two other bedrooms for the boys. On the lower level, there’s walk-out access to the backyard, a den/possible fourth bedroom, a full bathroom and another family room.

The master bedroom suite of 2456 Jostaberry Way in Odenton, Maryland. The home was recently purchased by clients represented by Jerry Kline, realtor, Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland.

The family’s transition to Maryland was smooth, quick and successful!

If you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell a home in the greater central Maryland area, contact Jerry Kline (443-924-7418) with Keller Williams today!

All Ages May Now Buy in Odenton's Two Rivers Planned Community!

Two Rivers Odenton

Until Now, Homeowners Were Required to Be Age 55 or Older

There's big news today at Odenton's new, luxurious Two Rivers 55+ community! Two Rivers is now open to home buyers of ALL AGES!

Developers June 14 announced they are beginning construction on single family homes for all ages in a new neighborhood – The Cascade. Winchester Homes and Stanley Martin Homes are breaking ground on their new models this month, with sales beginning this fall. Anticipated home deliveries are early 2018.

Ryan Homes will be building all-age models in The Retreat neighborhood of Two Rivers later this year.

For more information on the community, or for a private tour of the homes available, contact me at (443) 924-7418!

Piney Orchard Condo - Just Listed & Under Contract!

Piney Orchard Condo

Sold in Two Days, This Penthouse Unit Features 15-Foot Ceilings and a Wide-Open Floorplan

Brothers Chuck & John decided it was time to liquidate their Piney Orchard investment property after renting it for many years. The bright and airy, spotless condo drew lots of buyer interest and sold in two days.

The unit features soaring, 15-ft. cathedral ceilings, two master suites, neutral carpet & paint, a huge kitchen and tons of storage. The condo is located in an elevator building in a quiet, gated community, five minutes from Ft. Meade.

Thanks, Chuck & John, for hiring me to sell your property!

Do you know someone who needs to sell their home in the greater Baltimore/Annapolis/Washington, D.C. area? Have them call me today at (443) 924-7418!

Odenton’s Seven Oaks: Home Sales Down 40 Percent from Last Year

Seven Oaks homes for sale

Year-to-Date Figures Show Odenton Housing Market Flourishing Even as Seven Oaks Sales Lag

Sales of residential properties in the Odenton community of Seven Oaks were down 40 percent for the first three months of 2016, even while home sales in the rest of Odenton were up sharply.

Figures recently released by RealEstate Business Intelligence (RBI) show that 18 homes sold in Seven Oaks through March of this year while 30 homes sold during the same period in 2015.

Sales of detached, single family homes in Seven Oaks were down 57 percent from last year, while sales of townhomes, duplexes and condominiums in the community were down 35 percent.

In contrast, in Odenton as a whole, sales were very strong (http://jerryklinerealtor.com/odenton-home-sales-explode-march/). The number of homes sold in Odenton in March (49) rose 53 percent over the same period last year, while the median price of a home sold in Odenton rose 7.6 percent. The average number of days it took to sell an Odenton home in March dropped 10 percent from March 2015, to 70 days.

It’s unclear why home sales in Seven Oaks are not tracking more directly with those of Odenton as a whole. It is one of several popular residential communities surrounding the burgeoning Fort Meade military complex.

RBI data show that availability of Seven Oaks homes is not a problem -- the number of homes actively listed for sale in the community in March 2016 (21) is roughly the same as it was in March 2015 (18). But those homes are not selling as briskly as last year.

Not all news for Seven Oaks home sellers was bad, however. The median price of a home sold in the community so far this year increased 2.3 percent over last year. Also, the amount of time needed to sell a home in Seven Oaks dropped significantly over last year, from 79 days to 41 days.

Jerry Kline is a Realtor with the Odenton, Maryland, office of Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland (1216 Annapolis Rd., Odenton, MD 21113.) For more information on the local real estate market, contact him at (443) 924-7418.

Odenton Home Sales Explode In March

Odenton Homes for sale

Sales up 53 Percent, Median Sale Price Up 7.6 Percent Over the Same Period Last Year

Aggressive buyer appetite and a lack of residential properties for sale led Odenton home sales to spike strongly last month, according to year-over-year data released by RealEstate Business Intelligence (RBI).

The number of homes sold in Odenton in March (49) rose 53 percent over the same period last year, while the median price of a home sold in Odenton rose 7.6 percent. The average number of days it took to sell an Odenton home dropped 10 percent from March 2015, to 70 days.

RBI statistics show that the months of supply of housing available in Odenton remains critically low at 3.0 months. Months of supply is a good indicator of whether a real estate market is favoring buyers or sellers. Typically, a market with less than 6 months of supply favors sellers, while more than 6 months of supply indicates an excess of homes for sale, favoring buyers.

In Piney Orchard, a particularly popular community for local home buyers, the market for home sellers was even stronger. The months-of-supply figure for Piney Orchard in March was 2.1 months.

The boom in Odenton real estate was not confined to March, however. RBI year-to-date numbers show strong growth in the Odenton housing market since the beginning of the year.

In the Maple Ridge neighborhood, for instance, 13 homes sold in the first three months of 2016, compared to only two homes over the same period last year. That’s an increase of 550 percent. It’s not surprising, then, that the median Maple Ridge home price has jumped 23 percent since the beginning of the year.

The story is much the same in Piney Orchard. Year-to-date sales numbers for the community show an increase in sales of 55 percent over 2015, and the median price of a Piney Orchard home is up 4.2 percent so far this year.

Not every Odenton community has benefitted from the upswing, however. Year-to-date sales numbers for Seven Oaks, for example, show the number of homes sold there dropped 40 percent (from 30 homes to 18 homes) from the same period in 2015 -- although the median home price in that community did rise 2.3 percent). Given that the average number of days needed to sell a Seven Oaks home dropped 48 percent year over year, the drop-off in sales in Seven Oaks this year is probably explained by a lack of available inventory.

Home sales in other Odenton communities, including Chapel Grove, Four Seasons Estates, Kings Ransom and Eden Brook, remained largely flat compared to the same period in 2015. While sales in Lions Gate are up 66 percent so far in 2016, this increase is based on only five total sales this year (compared to three sales over the same period in 2015).

Jerry Kline is a Realtor with the Odenton, Maryland, office of Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland (1216 Annapolis Rd., Odenton, MD 21113.) For more information on the local real estate market, contact him at (443) 924-7418.