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weebilsurglace t1_j9mbwgn wrote

Reply to comment by nonotsafestuff in Another word for Row House? by dddddddssss

The most important thing to know about Baltimore rowhouses is there's never a simple answer.

In most rowhouses the brick party wall goes to the roofline and can serve as a firewall. However, there is some older stock where the party wall doesn't go all the way to the roof and the houses share a small crawl space. In some houses (like mine) there are spots in the wall where there is wood embedded, so the wall isn't solid brick.

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issabop_2208 t1_j9m767r wrote

Reply to comment by Addictive_System in Property Management and Companies You Vouch For (& Has anyone had exp with HHG Properties?) by no_name_d_z

Lol, I saw that. It is true… but honestly I think it’s hilarious. Things along the lines of asking that people don’t dance and jump in the elevator because it will cause it to malfunction or to not put certain things in bulk trash. Sometimes they’re definitely meant to be kind of funny and snarky. But overall, he was a great manager and took care of things so the notes never bothered me!

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umbligado t1_j9lzsjq wrote

Reply to comment by moderndukes in New owner to renovate, reopen historic Butchers Hill grocery store by locker1313

Worth mentioning, Baltimore has been experimenting with getting more fresh produce to corner stores since around 2014.

I’m not sure how well it’s gone, and assume that coronavirus put a dent in those efforts.

For many, sometimes proximity is well worth the higher prices. Obviously not the best full grocery experience, but often that’s a real gap.

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BillyMumfrey t1_j9lubna wrote

Reply to comment by Constant-Ice6916 in Looking for Cajun or Louisiana Style Crawfish/Shrimp/Crab Boils in Baltimore? by why_grapefruit_why

For Cajun bar food and crawfish I love the Boot in the heights. I think Calliope’s is the best po boy. For a nicer dinner Brennans, which is the same family as Commanders Palace in New Orleans.

But the real houston speciality is Viet-Cajun. For that Crawfish & Noodles is my favorite.

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munchnerk t1_j9ltfsl wrote

Reply to ISO - Bird of Paradise by Nice-Pangolin6300

I feel like I've seen them up at Valley View before, and I know B.Willow stocks larger tropical plants. If I were you, I'd check out B.Willow, maybe even ask about a custom order, and then check Valley View.

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AreWeCowabunga t1_j9lfesf wrote

Reply to Property Management and Companies You Vouch For (& Has anyone had exp with HHG Properties?) by no_name_d_z

I rented from Urban Phoenix and they were always quite good, and really saved my ass by not taking my deposit for some damage they classified as wear and tear when it could have been blamed on me. Their properties are mostly in the Pigtown/Hollins Market area (or at least they were back when I rented from them).

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issabop_2208 t1_j9l94da wrote

Reply to Property Management and Companies You Vouch For (& Has anyone had exp with HHG Properties?) by no_name_d_z

Once under Vista Management, but not sure what they’re under now, The Preston in Midtown-Belvedere was a great place for us to rent. The manager keeps up with everything really well. He stays on top of cleanliness and getting things fixed. Handled the pandemic well. He’s passive aggressive with notes to tenants about annoying things, but I always just found it kind of funny. I feel that the apartments are a good space for the price. Bigger than a studio and around 1200-1300. And the best part, the view!

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