EYA Neighborhood News

2024 has been a year of growth, community and innovation at EYA. Our efforts have resulted in positive impacts not just within the company, but more importantly, in the lives of our homeowners and the neighborhoods where we build. From launching our first two all-electric communities to welcoming over 190 homeowners to their new homes and giving back to local communities, our accomplishments this year further EYA's mission to create distinctly special neighborhoods that positively impact individual lives and communities in a socially responsible way. Below are some highlights from the year.

Coming soon, EYA's newest neighborhood Strathmore View in North Bethesda will offer residents a remarkable setting to call home. Stroll over to a concert at the Strathmore Music Center or walk to Metro's Red Line. Just moments away, grab a bite at Pike & Rose or bike one of the many nearby trails. Plus, with easy access to Bethesda, Rockville and DC, you'll be able to enjoy all your favorite spots across the DC metro region.

A home entryway is the first space that guests see when they visit your home and makes that all-important first impression. It is also typically the starting point of your day as your family heads out the door to work or school. A stylishly organized entryway not only creates a warm and inviting space, it can also help to get your day off to a calmer start and provide a welcoming space to come home to at the end of the day when kept tidy and well-organized. We asked EYA’s longtime home storage and organization partner, The Tailored Closet, for some top tips on entryway organization. Read on to learn more about how an organized entryway can benefit your daily routine and essential storage items, along with a bonus section on organizing mudrooms.

New EYA homes are coming soon to North Bethesda. Opening for sales in early 2025, Strathmore View will offer homebuyers a one-of-a-kind setting surrounded by nature, yet still close to all the local North Bethesda destinations you love. Click here to watch this brand new video showcasing the homes and lifestyle that awaits at Strathmore View.

Bethesda and North Bethesda, Maryland are unique and vibrant areas located just outside of Washington, D.C. The communities offer the excitement of a big city with nearby amenities yet with a more suburban feel, making them the ideal in-between for residents. In this updated guide, you'll get a general feel for the area—from Downtown Bethesda to North Bethesda and beyond. We'll highlight locals' favorite things to do in the neighborhoods including unique restaurant experiences, shopping, outdoor activities, seasonal events, and more. Click here to read the guide.

For over 30 years, EYA has understood the benefits of townhome living and has built more than 6,000 new townhomes across the greater Washington D.C. area. And while our homeowners have long known that townhomes can offer a low-maintenance lifestyle with walkability to nearby amenities and a strong sense of community among neighbors, a recent article in the Washington Post titled "The new American Dream should be a townhouse" offers perspective on why townhomes are not only a good choice for homebuyers, but for cities and the environment as well.