Porches are tried-and-true characteristics of homes. They come in many different sizes, locations and styles and can truly set the tone of a property. With certain clients, they can actually make or break real estate transactions.
So, whether you want a country, contemporary or portico style, a front, back, wraparound or screened in, it’s best to know in advance what you want and to let your real estate agent know how important they are to you and what exactly you’re looking for.
If porches are your thing - and we’re hoping they are - let’s explore some to determine the right look and feel for you. The following examples are homes currently on the market in Pasadena Maryland:
188 Waldo Rd, Pasadena, MD:
So, whether you want a country, contemporary or portico style, a front, back, wraparound or screened in, it’s best to know in advance what you want and to let your real estate agent know how important they are to you and what exactly you’re looking for.
If porches are your thing - and we’re hoping they are - let’s explore some to determine the right look and feel for you. The following examples are homes currently on the market in Pasadena Maryland:
188 Waldo Rd, Pasadena, MD:
This colonial home has a country style, screened-in, wraparound front porch that runs the entire length of the home. The porch is elevated with stairs leading up to it and lattice work concealing the underlying framework.
It is truly an amazing porch that provides so much space, décor and lounging possibilities. After a long hard day spent in the yard, who can’t imagine relaxing here with a nice cool glass of lemonade and looking out in pride over your beautifully crafted yard? To see more about this home visit: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/188-Waldo-Rd_Pasadena_MD_21122_M67619-19246#photo0
627 Powhatan Beach Rd, Pasadena, MD:
It is truly an amazing porch that provides so much space, décor and lounging possibilities. After a long hard day spent in the yard, who can’t imagine relaxing here with a nice cool glass of lemonade and looking out in pride over your beautifully crafted yard? To see more about this home visit: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/188-Waldo-Rd_Pasadena_MD_21122_M67619-19246#photo0
627 Powhatan Beach Rd, Pasadena, MD:
Here is another example of a wraparound front porch that runs the length of the home. This porch is a lower profile porch, keeping you nearly ground level. It is also spacious and open, but with a lower vantage point than the previous porch, it has gives a more sunken, private and secluded feel - even though it is clearly visible with a wide open front yard.
To see more of this home visit: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/627-Powhatan-Beach-Rd_Pasadena_MD_21122_M55467-54542
---QUESTION BREAK: Which do you prefer? Do you like to look out over an area from an elevated vantage point? Or, do you like to relax in the privacy/seclusion of a ground level porch?---
1826 Chesapeake Rd, Pasadena, MD:
To see more of this home visit: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/627-Powhatan-Beach-Rd_Pasadena_MD_21122_M55467-54542
---QUESTION BREAK: Which do you prefer? Do you like to look out over an area from an elevated vantage point? Or, do you like to relax in the privacy/seclusion of a ground level porch?---
1826 Chesapeake Rd, Pasadena, MD:
Maybe the seclusion you get from the open ground-level front porch just isn’t enough. If so, screened-in front porches are always a nice option. When it comes to private porches located in the front of a home, we dare you to find something better. The screens - especially dark screens - add an extra visual barrier and more shading. But you still get excellent access to open air and - probably the best benefit of all - you drastically reduce the nuisance of pesky bugs. It is also a nice segue when going from outdoors to indoors as it easily doubles as a mud room.
***This home is a fixer-upper, but has a lot of potential as a waterfront property***. For more on this property take a look here: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1826-Chesapeake-Rd_Pasadena_MD_21122_M64530-59115
8084 Belhaven Ave, Pasadena, MD:
***This home is a fixer-upper, but has a lot of potential as a waterfront property***. For more on this property take a look here: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1826-Chesapeake-Rd_Pasadena_MD_21122_M64530-59115
8084 Belhaven Ave, Pasadena, MD:
Porch me in the morning, porch me in the evening, porch me at supper time! When I porch, you porch, we porch! As you can see, my happiness is showing up through song lyrics reimagined to include the word “porch”. It could go on for hours. That’s how happy this porch makes me. But since you’re here to read about fantastic porches, not to be wowed by me as a wordsmith, let me get down to it.
This elevated, stone wraparound porch is a sight to behold. You can use this porch anytime - and I mean anytime - day or night. Typically porches are used for daytime relaxation, but with this porch’s awesome lighting it can easily be used well into the evening or early morning hours. It is so bright and cheery it looks like a party even when no one is on it.
It’s also a phenomenal entertaining feature as guests can be siphoned from the front to back yard without trudging through your home. And, did we mention, when if filters to the backyard it’s also leading to the waterfront?! That’s right, this is a waterfront property with a bonus deck on the back!
It’s so awesome I wish I could bottle and sell it! Well, I can sell it. Bottling it may be tough.
Check it out here: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/8084-Belhaven-Ave_Pasadena_MD_21122_M62766-90782
248 Wanda Rd, Pasadena, MD:
This elevated, stone wraparound porch is a sight to behold. You can use this porch anytime - and I mean anytime - day or night. Typically porches are used for daytime relaxation, but with this porch’s awesome lighting it can easily be used well into the evening or early morning hours. It is so bright and cheery it looks like a party even when no one is on it.
It’s also a phenomenal entertaining feature as guests can be siphoned from the front to back yard without trudging through your home. And, did we mention, when if filters to the backyard it’s also leading to the waterfront?! That’s right, this is a waterfront property with a bonus deck on the back!
It’s so awesome I wish I could bottle and sell it! Well, I can sell it. Bottling it may be tough.
Check it out here: http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/8084-Belhaven-Ave_Pasadena_MD_21122_M62766-90782
248 Wanda Rd, Pasadena, MD:
Okay, so maybe you don’t want or need a huge front porch that is built for 24/7 activity. Maybe you want a porch that is more intimate and calming. A place to unwind and enjoy conversations, a nice book and the weather. Well, this porch is built for just that.
Just look at it. This porch wants someone to read on it, do a crossword puzzle or tell a kid a story. This porch embodies low key, humble caring. When I see it, all I want to do is walk towards it and see my grandmother come out to greet me with milk, cookies and a favorite story.
In it's simplicity the porch has power. It's speaks volumes about the home, it’s inhabitants and how they are meant to use it.
As you can see, porches with all their variations can really establish the mood and character of a home. They are very informative, often telling a story that is filled with personality, intent and moments sure to come. Often allowing buyers to envision a home’s suitability before stepping through the front door.
Hopefully some of the porches we've shown have allowed you to gain a better understanding of your ideal porch. At a minimum, we hope these examples get your wheels turning and allow you to envision the porch that is right for you - if a porch is even right for you in the first place.
If you have any questions, as always, please let me know.
--FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS: What is the right type of porch for you? Did you see it here? If so, tell us which one in the comment section below. If not, please share an example with us and tell us why that porch is the porch for you.--
Thanks!
- Jimmy
Just look at it. This porch wants someone to read on it, do a crossword puzzle or tell a kid a story. This porch embodies low key, humble caring. When I see it, all I want to do is walk towards it and see my grandmother come out to greet me with milk, cookies and a favorite story.
In it's simplicity the porch has power. It's speaks volumes about the home, it’s inhabitants and how they are meant to use it.
As you can see, porches with all their variations can really establish the mood and character of a home. They are very informative, often telling a story that is filled with personality, intent and moments sure to come. Often allowing buyers to envision a home’s suitability before stepping through the front door.
Hopefully some of the porches we've shown have allowed you to gain a better understanding of your ideal porch. At a minimum, we hope these examples get your wheels turning and allow you to envision the porch that is right for you - if a porch is even right for you in the first place.
If you have any questions, as always, please let me know.
--FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS: What is the right type of porch for you? Did you see it here? If so, tell us which one in the comment section below. If not, please share an example with us and tell us why that porch is the porch for you.--
Thanks!
- Jimmy
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