Anonymous
Post 12/01/2023 10:35     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
I believe Toll switched all their toilets in the community to comfort height.
Anonymous
Post 11/30/2023 14:36     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Toilets that aren’t low are like $100 at the big box stores for their house brands. Maybe $200 for Kohler. Can’t believe they charge extra for that.
Anonymous
Post 11/29/2023 22:07     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:Appreciate if someone can comment on design studio level 1 package? Is it a standard and good enough for a new family who is a starter to look for a new build with limited budget?

We spent 150k on design center for windmill. You could probably get decent upgrades for half that. But not sure getting all level 1 is a wise decision. There are a lot of things that add up…like if you want a glass shower vs tub in kids rooms, upgraded toilets that aren’t low, cabinet vs pedestal sink, recessed lights in the family room etc. While I love the home and community, I don’t think it’s worth it if you’re on a tight budget…especially in the current climate.
Anonymous
Post 11/26/2023 17:46     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:Appreciate if someone can comment on design studio level 1 package? Is it a standard and good enough for a new family who is a starter to look for a new build with limited budget?


I think you’re the only one who can decide that for your family. I’d go to the sales office where they can show you the included design finishes.

Personally, I think the included options are absolutely good enough for a new family.

The home’s location is fixed. The floor plan can be adjusted, but not easily. Finishes are easy to change in the future. For these reasons, I’d buy in the location I want to live and with a floor plan that suits my needs.

It’s a beautiful community and I have yet to meet anyone who regrets moving here.
Anonymous
Post 11/26/2023 12:49     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:Appreciate if someone can comment on design studio level 1 package? Is it a standard and good enough for a new family who is a starter to look for a new build with limited budget?


I would say it is not. Dont buy here for sure if money is tight because it is overpriced and thinking agead it wont ever sell for close to what you paid. I would say minimum 50-100k in the design studio for something livable, but when I priced it out it was closer to 300-400k for my families needs
Anonymous
Post 11/25/2023 19:36     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Appreciate if someone can comment on design studio level 1 package? Is it a standard and good enough for a new family who is a starter to look for a new build with limited budget?
Anonymous
Post 11/14/2023 22:32     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Windmills can easily handle a pool given their lots are large. Orchard possible but you won’t have much room left for a yard. Hamlets, no, not possible.
Anonymous
Post 11/13/2023 20:51     Subject: Re:Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Most of the Orchard lots are too small for a pool. Several Windmills have pools. The slope of the lot is also a factor.

A large hot tub or soaking pool should fit on all the Orchard and Windmills lots.


Which windmill has a pool? I have not seen any


I know if at least 3 Windmills with a pool. 2 on Potomac Hunt and 1 on Ankonian. I think only 1 Orchard has a pool.
Anonymous
Post 11/13/2023 19:50     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:The sale associate told us average windmill owners spend 150k in design studio. Not sure if this is an underestimate.
They also wouldn’t tell us how much those upgrades at design studio will cost until we sign the contract and pay 100k deposit. I think there is a lack of transparency here.

It’s in Toll’s best interest to low ball the spend at the design center. If someone told me everyone pays 400k, I would walk away before signing. So it makes sense why they lie and say 150k…you can double that for real answer.


So they tell YOU the truth, but lie to everyone else?


I don't know about you all, but when we were going to buy a windmill, and they actually let us see the design studio to add everything up. The home we designed was under 7k square feet and the total was 300k (this includes technology/appliances/everything). We basically copied the options from the kalorama model. They do lowball the average, or probably give a genuine one because people are not spending so much at the design studio like at the start of the community.

If you want a more upgraded home, like the model in arden virginia, estimate 400k+


Asking since you live in the area...

Is there enough land to put in a pool and high-quality hardscaping for the Orchard? Some of the lot seems small.


There is most definitely not. You would need about 1/3 of an acre to fit a pool in comfortably while still having some backyard space left
Anonymous
Post 11/13/2023 19:49     Subject: Re:Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:Most of the Orchard lots are too small for a pool. Several Windmills have pools. The slope of the lot is also a factor.

A large hot tub or soaking pool should fit on all the Orchard and Windmills lots.


Which windmill has a pool? I have not seen any
Anonymous
Post 11/12/2023 13:50     Subject: Re:Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Most of the Orchard lots are too small for a pool. Several Windmills have pools. The slope of the lot is also a factor.

A large hot tub or soaking pool should fit on all the Orchard and Windmills lots.
Anonymous
Post 11/11/2023 09:46     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Yes. There is plenty of space for a pool, water slide, and bbq area…. that is, if you’re a squirrel… 🐿️ 💦
Anonymous
Post 11/09/2023 09:37     Subject: Re:Mt Prospect in North Potomac
look on Potomac Hunt Road- there is a pool over there on an Orchard. but just the pool. no room for anything else.
Anonymous
Post 11/09/2023 08:51     Subject: Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:The sale associate told us average windmill owners spend 150k in design studio. Not sure if this is an underestimate.
They also wouldn’t tell us how much those upgrades at design studio will cost until we sign the contract and pay 100k deposit. I think there is a lack of transparency here.

It’s in Toll’s best interest to low ball the spend at the design center. If someone told me everyone pays 400k, I would walk away before signing. So it makes sense why they lie and say 150k…you can double that for real answer.


So they tell YOU the truth, but lie to everyone else?


I don't know about you all, but when we were going to buy a windmill, and they actually let us see the design studio to add everything up. The home we designed was under 7k square feet and the total was 300k (this includes technology/appliances/everything). We basically copied the options from the kalorama model. They do lowball the average, or probably give a genuine one because people are not spending so much at the design studio like at the start of the community.

If you want a more upgraded home, like the model in arden virginia, estimate 400k+


Asking since you live in the area...

Is there enough land to put in a pool and high-quality hardscaping for the Orchard? Some of the lot seems small.
Anonymous
Post 11/05/2023 09:48     Subject: Re:Mt Prospect in North Potomac
Anonymous wrote:Price drop on the Quick delivery Orchards.


They just removed options to drop the price. Average toll brothers