Evening Star Newspaper, April 26, 1930, Page 16

1 i E: l REAL ESTATE. 1930 STAR MODEL M HOMES T0 OPEN; 8 First of Flve Outstanding Houses to Be Available for Public Inspection. —_—— (Continued From First Page.) and special - living accommoda- ‘There is a man’s own room on first floor where the master of the may retire to browse among his ks whlle milady stages a bridge y in the living room. There is a r porch overlooking the.rear and le yard suitable for a peaceful after- n or evening rest on warm days. the private bath adjoining the mas- room there is a neat bullt-in tainer for soiled linen, out of sight nd out of the way. There are large ar closets, one of them huge in size. ‘There is an efficiently planned butler's pantry with copper-lined sink, with ample cupboards flanking either ad- {otmn. wall. In the kitchen is a dou- le basin, double drain sink under the rear window and a breakfast set of table and two benches that is folded into a wall when not in use. Garage in Basement. In the model basement is a two-car g::’: shut off from the rest of the ent space. Here is a repair table and tool compartment built into the wall of an alcove. Other features are a handy water pipe connection and electric wire connection. On the finished third floor of the house is a play room or study for the youngster of the family, :d}’olnm a mmn which may be used as a servant’s room or boy's bed room, if he preters a section of the house to himself. Off this room is a large storage space. This_house Ind the other four of ‘The Star model home series are tmm plans lprnovcd by The Star model homes committee, which consists of Munrne ‘Warren, president, and Rufus Lusk, secretary, Bllfldln Association; Maj. Donald A. Davison, assistant m ineer Commis- sioner of the District; lmm Justement, M prelldent of the local cha) m ol' erican Institute of Arcl thnur J. Waller, president of the Dh- trict Bankets’ Association; Alfred H. H z-gwgaaggg& Lawson, president of the Washington | &' Real Estate Board, and a representative of The Star. of the Operative | Suburban house at 214 Kennedy drive, Kenwood, Md., which has been acquired by Mr. Willoughby, vice president Jle Kellllely-clnmbefl.ln Development Co., bullders. This d of the Associated Advertisers, from THE EVENING STAR, ‘WASHINGTON, D. C, SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 1930. Star model homes of last year, and attracted hundreds of visitors during the month in which it was on public ADOPTION OF REALTY APPRAISAL CODE URGED National Association Seeks to Es- tablish More Uniformity in Practice. In order to establish more uniform- ity in the appraisal practice of realtors throughout the United States and Can- ada and to further clarify appraisal theory and practice, the appraisal divi- sion of the National Association of Real Estate Boards is urging the association’s local member boards to approve and adopt the appraisal standards of prac- tice adopted by the national associa- tion -mf recommended to realtors to follow in making valuations of prop- y. The California Association of Real REALTY FINANCING TO BE DISCUSSED BY NATIONAL BODY t (Continued From First Page.) be thoroughly discussed by the lppmnl | division at its Toronto meetings. national association has revlmuly gone on record as favoring legislation giving e timony in legal cases and to eliminate abuses in regard to ez‘pert testimony upon real estate valu- ations. Henry N. Johnson, Detroit, will dis- cuss the qualifications which the ap- praiser who is to give expert testimony should present, and_how such experts should be chosen. Frederick M. Bab- BUSINESS to insure the qualifications of appraisers | ;he ng boards, will Apvnln.l of Special Donnn 8. Wenslick, St. Louls, member of the educational board of the national association, speak on “Pedestrian Traffic” before the lwnlnl division and Arthur J. Mertzke, rector of education and research !or | association, will have o) H his nubket. “Capitalization Rates.” cock, Chicago, who has been contribut- ing to the appraisal conferences ar- ranged by the National Association of Real Estate Boards for local member | | address the division on Purpose Com- will was not a low price for 1213 Owen Place N. E. umomdm exhibition. [ ~ow nesmevee porausseo oy w. . wisovesy. ] \BRITISH EMBAGSY NEARS COMPLETIONI =% $1,000,000 Structure Ex- pected to Be Ready for Oc- cupancy by June 3. (Continued From First Page.) the portico at leading to a mn cl.mx- that :‘m to the ding. usness and lavish CHEVY CHASE | # Four-Bedroom Brick [§| Will Consider.Small House in | Trade the nm i T™age, 1t .u. 5319 Nebraska Ave Ofltn AN Dcy SIMJAV @ J. E. Douglau Co. W 1621 K St. N.W. Metrop. 5678 REAL ESTATE. upon the main entrance and lobby lead- ing from the great portico on the south tum ‘To the right there is a large b-.u twn of Amefi’ design. Beyund is on one on the other lldl by a lplclmu reception hall. At the rear of the Ambassador’s sec- unn of '.he lmxcture are eommodlmu 'r rooms, kitel mom;. servine rooms and I u- ries of servants’ quarters. The connect- I.nl wlna ol the service portion of the form a rear court which is belnt given extensive _landscaping treatment. Yl This being a ding for subjects of Great Bflh’n the emblematic British lion finds a fitt! place_as an orna- ment on the building, being seen peep- ing over the ront of the pediment of the center of the chan- cery section of the building. . Dr. Charles F. McKenpa Dies. NEW YORK, A ] Charlu Francis u&mfl ('lP).'deDr NEW CORNER HOME N.W. Corner Illinois Ave. & Farragut St. OIL BURNER Onwdcmmiu-bmlt-upnummflyon- main thoroughfare and only one block from tion and stores. The residence is of tapestry brick with concrete front porch and contains reception hall, 8 un- usually large rooms and tiled bath with built-in M and shower. Beautifully decorated tllroqllod with hard- woodfloonandtrun. It is equipped with Frigidaire and all modern conveniences. The office has a separate entrance from the street and consists of two rooms and lavatory suitable for doctor or dentist. Only $12,500. CAFRITZ 14th & K District 9080 The Best Home Vn]ue In Our Beautiful Brookland Subdivision Adjoining the Franciscan Monastery Exhibit Home 4103 13th Place N.E. (Between Shepherd & Taylor Streets) Where Future Value is Assured $8.975 Up Very Convenient Terms Six and Seven Rooms—Builtsin Garage PROPERTY LEASES We Specialize in Finding the Right Location ‘The other four houses are rapidly | 3 being brought to the completion stage. we would not have sold 35 like it. Snlu prove the value. See this beautiful six-room home today. It is well built and equipped with all modern conveniences. The garage is built in. Easy terms acceptable. Robert E. Kline, Jr. 717 Union Trust Bldg. Natl 6799 OR ANY BROKER Owen Place is north of Florida Avenne N. B. Between 12th and 13th Streets. Charles M. Wallingsford Builder & Owner similar action at its annual convention. To" Individual member boards of the na- tional association who have acted upon & | the suggestions of the appraisal divi- slon and have recently reported to na- tional headquarters their action ap- proving and adopting the standards are: the Honolulu, Hawaii, Real Estate ing | Board, the Akron, Ohio, Real Estate Board, the Real Estate Board of Roch- ester, N. Y.; the Pasadena, Calif., Realty Board, the Gary, Ind., Real Es- tate Board, and the Cimmaron Valley, Kans,, Real Estate Board. The boards of the following cities had previously ldopud Lhe appraisal standards of practice Angeles, Seattle, Boston, wm'cuur and New- 3 ark. 1010 Vermont Ave. N.W. National 2990 e CONSULT MR. BRENT BOSS®MHELPS Estab. 1907 N-non-l ”M and A. N. —_— by W. C. SEE THESE HOMES! Beautiful 13th St. N.W. 1417 K St. ‘Travelers in the west coast of South Amerlcl who wish to make longer visits the boat schedule permits now urry a day or two and use airplanes to overtake the boat at other ports. SHELBOURNE ? Bladensburg Road & M Street N.E. ONLY A FEW LEFT NOW! 7 Rooms $8,450 4yBcd Rooms Overlooking a wooded hillside, right in the heart of the City, with transportation to the door, we offer the remaining few houses of two beautiful groups. KELVINATOR clectric refrigeration, embossed linoleum in kitchens, oak floors and chestnut trim throughout, artisti- cally colored tile baths with: built-in tubs and showers, at- tractive sidewall electric brackets, one-car garage, paved streets and alleys make as complete a home for the money as has ever been offered. The terms are easy, $59.50 a month, including interest and a substantial $rincipal reduction. Inspect 1215 19th Place N.E. Open and lighted daily and Sunday until 9 p.m. G. A. WILSON CO. 1215 19th Place N.E. Atlantic 1274 An Evening Star Model Home, nearly completed, in this Aalakitul vs et man A Residence of Distinction Ideally Situated at 5027 Reno Rd. N.W. A half Block South of Harrison Imposing Colonial Design Brick and Stone Construction We invite your inspection of this fine home as well as the one adjoining it at 5027 Reno Road W., which is of similar design and plan throughout. Tlfls beautiful home is characterized by the finest traditions of Colonial times. Its inviting center hall, spacious living room with massive stone fireplace, cheerful dining room and immaculate, well-equipped kitchen reflect the hospitality of Early American days. The second floor is arranged into four charming bedroons and two luxurious tiled baths. A finished third floor and full basement with toilet and built-in garage are among other attractive features of this home which stands on a lot 60x130 feet well sodded and landscaped. The price is amazingly low for a home of this character situated in this desirable residential section. 138 15thSt. Thomas J. Fisher & Co. N.W. Incorporated $20,500 Attractive Terms Open Sunday From 2 P. M. to 7P. M. : Sample Hol;se Open Daily to 9 ‘ M. “3743 13th Street N.W.” 8 Rooms, Full Bath with Shower; Extra Lavatory off Master Bed Room; House Copper Screened throughout! Equlpped with Frigidaire; 2.car Garuge COME OUT AND SEE THE MANY FEATURES Priced Low—Terms Arranged WAPLE & JAMES, Inc. District: 6 1226 14th St. North 0962 A SACRIFICE PRICE . ‘ Wesley Hrights The Garden Spot of Washington REAY SUNDAY - A NEW SAMPLE HOUSE— . 3604 VAN NESS ST. N.W. Designed for Convenience and Comfort Much time, thought and money have been spent in the interior decorations—embodying features of design, workmuulnp and materials found only in homes selling for mny times the price of— 16,650 6 and 7 spacious rooms—2 tiled baths. Large double sleeping porches. Electric refrigerator. 2-car garage. :r“o windows, doors and porches screened in best quality nze.: : North Cleveland 2831 44th Street N.W. (Corner 44th and Garfield) Just completed! This charming English home consisting of nine rooms, three baths and located on one of the most delightful corners in Wesley Heights ) Consideration for its neighbor and suited to its environment—these are two rigidly observed features in the designing of homes in Wealey Weights and treatment of the location they occupy. The result is an expression of effect at once artistic and consistent, which has won for this delightful community the right to be called “The Garden Spot of Washington.” ~ W, @ = A, N. Miller Realtors—Builders 3733 Nor'thampton St. (One-Half Block From Connecticut Avenue) CHEVY CHASE, D.C. > OPEN SUNDAY ® 2106 PM. National Mortgage and Investment Corporation 1004 Vermont Ave. National 5833 Built and Owned by C. H. Small & Company By Auto—Drive out Connecticut Avenue to Van Ness St., turn left three blocks 1o homes, or drive out Wisconsin Ave. to Van Ness, turn right three blocks to Komes. Open From 10 A.M. to 8 P.M. Daily—Heated—Lighted Selden B. Daniel, Jr. 1416 F Street N.W., Nat. 5573-Nat. 8034 Situated on a beautifully landscaped lot with many shade trees. Just one- half block from Connecticut avenue, convenient to stores, schools, etc. 10 rooms, 2 beautiful baths, screens, garage, completely |:edecorlted throughout. Lot 50x128, 1119 17th St. N.W2,