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Del Ray Neighborhood At It’s Finest
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The Del Ray Neighborhood is a quaint small town feel with big city convenience. There are many shops, restaurants and entertainment for everyone. The houses in the community have a Cape Cod to Victorian feel. Mount Vernon Avenue is full of coffee shops, eateries, and retail. The Potomac Yard Shopping Center is also in the area.
It is a very quaint and cozy atmosphere for any size family and the Alexandria DASH system services the area.
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See more Del Ray tract real estate.
(all data current as of
7/11/2011)
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$485,000 : 406 Alexandria Ave E, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$749,900 : 410 Nelson Ave E, Alexandria4 beds, 2 full baths
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$425,000 : 507 Windsor Ave, Alexandria2 beds, 1 full bath
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$835,000 : 2709 Mosby St, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$537,500 : 107 Uhler Ave, Alexandria3 beds, 1 full bath
Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Read full disclaimer.
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Real Estate Pros Turn to Mobile Apps
Around the country, real estate agents are using mobile apps to provide instantaneous information to consumers, hoping to reach what the National Association of REALTORS® calls the largest group of buyers: the age 25-to-34 demographic.
Most of these apps feature geolocation technology that identifies a consumer’s location in order to show them properties for sale in their vicinity.
“With the market being the way it is and home buyers understanding this is a home they’re buying and not just a stock or an investment, they really are spending time to get to know the neighborhood and finding out A) is this a neighborhood that I’d be happy with now, and B) is this a neighborhood that would grow with me?” says Matt Dollinger, vice president of strategic development, @Properties.
In addition to texting tools, real estate firms are rolling out QR codes, which consumers scan using a smartphone to access property and neighborhood information. Others are launching mobile versions of their Web sites.
Despite the increased use of technology to sell homes, though, real estate professionals say the human touch is necessary to get buyers through the front door.
Source: “Brokers Launch Mobile Apps to Keep Pace With Buyers,” Chicago Tribune, Mary Ellen Podmolik (04/29/11)
Lansdowne Resort
A couple of months ago I had the opportunity to attend a dinner hosted at Lansdowne Resort in Lansdowne, VA. I had heard of it but never had a reason to go or visit. I honestly thought it was just another expensive hotel. However, once we arrived we were amazed at how much they had to in what seemed like a secluded hideaway. Of course, like many hotels they had valet parking so since it was freezing that night we quickly took advantage of it. We walked inside and felt like the hotel wasn’t overwhelmingly decorated and was quite lovely.
We were directed to the back where they had a restaurant where they had a full bar and often held live band and karaoke nights. They had a nice crowd and it was an obvious hit with the locals. We made back to our table in another restaurant which was obviously for the people who were looking for a much more subdued night out. They still had a nice wine and cocktail list. I liked that the restaurant had a menu and a buffet option. We opted to eat from the buffet and although I am not a big fan of buffets, I was pleasantly surprised with the amount of options and quality of food available.
After getting our plates, we were able to enjoy a candle lit dinner by the large glass windows that allowed you to have a great view of the golf course. It was a beautiful and peaceful site. The backdrop of the golf course was surrounded by beautiful homes. We honestly enjoyed ourselves so much that we decided to make it a night and stay in one of their rooms. I figured that since we didn’t have a reservation that we would be charged a ridiculous rate, but they were surprisingly affordable.
The room was nice and the bathroom featured modern décor. They had a full service spa and room service. We opted to use the room service for breakfast the next morning and boy was it some of best room service I had ordered. You must admit there is nothing worse than paying for overpriced food that includes a mandatory tip that you can’t stand to swallow. Anyhow, we finished our stay and were happy that we made the decision to give it a try. It is now one of my top hotel suggestions if you live in or are visiting the Northern Virginia area.
Why do we love Leonor so much?
We love Leonor because she’s one of the hardest working agents around. She’s got a positive attitude, years of experience and a commitment to excellence that is beyond the ordinary.
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- Leonor’s philosophy is simple and straightforward: “Do what is right. Treat people the way you want to be treated.”
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- Leonor Dimas makes work fun.
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- You can count on Leonor to tell you all the nitty gritty details.
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- It is not wise to ignore real estate advice from Leonor Dimas.
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- Leonor cares about her clients and she know her business.
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- Leonor Dimas, a real estate agent with experience.
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- Leonor is an optimist.
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- Leonor Dimas is there for you.
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- Leonor Dimas is a professional.
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- Your realtor Leonor
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- Leonor is a real estate professional who is not afraid to tell you what she thinks.
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- Leonor Dimas has been a Realtor since 1999.
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- Leonor Dimas, your friendly neighborhood Realtor, is fluent in Spanish and English.
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- Leonor Dimas always tells her clients the truth. Even when they don’t want to hear it.
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- Leonor won’t back down when she’s fighting for her clients.
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- Leonor Dimas cares.
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- Leonor Dimas carefully explains all the details so that her clients understand every step along the way.
Survey: Sellers Fare Better With Agents
Your Realtor Diane Gussie
Sellers have a better chance at getting their house sold by using a REALTOR® than opting for the do-it-yourself approach, according to a survey of 1,000 home owners by HomeGain.com, an online real estate resource. Nearly 60 percent of home owners who used a REALTOR® to sell their home were successful compared to 39 percent of FSBOs, the survey found.
In the survey, 83 percent of home owners said they used a REALTOR® to sell their home, whereas 17 percent said they tried to sell it themselves. This corresponds to results from NAR’s 2010 Profile of Buyers & Sellers, which found 88 percent of sellers were assisted by a real estate agent. (Additionally, 83 percent of buyers bought their home through an agent.)
“It is especially striking that home owners fare significantly better in selling their homes using a REALTOR® than selling on their own,” says Louis Cammarosano, general manager at HomeGain. “Due to that relative success, the level of satisfaction in the home selling process is also higher for home sellers utilizing the services of a REALTOR® than those who try to sell their homes on their own.”
Among the findings in its For Sale by Owner vs. REALTOR® survey:
- 88 percent of home owners who sold their homes using a REALTOR® said they would use a REALTOR® again.
- 24 percent of FSBOs eventually contacted a REALTOR® to help sell their home.
Source: “HomeGain Survey Finds Home Sellers Fare 50% Better in Getting Their Homes Sold Using a REALTOR® Than Selling on Their Own,” HomeGain.com (Feb. 24, 2011)
Got Duke?
Duke Street is a popular and vivacious street in Alexandria. It is lined with offices, high-rises, shops, and restaurants. It is quite the eclectic mix of old and new. Alexandria is rich with history and full of new life as it has grown to be one of Northern Virginia’s top places to settle. Local delicacies are easy to find and the adventurer never gets bored.
Landmark Mall caters to traditional shoppers with stores such as Sears, Macy’s, and Victoria Secret. There is plenty to do to pass the time. Walking down the street you can explore various international cuisines such as Mayur Indian Restaurant. This is fine Indian dining that any palate could enjoy. You have a number of choices if you prefer Asian, Italian, or American cuisine. Whatever your taste buds desire, you will not be disappointed.
There is no shortage of history with civil war reenactments, 200 year old buildings, and monuments. Tourists are amazed at the amount of historic richness that the city itself has managed to preserve and pass on from generation to generation. Walking down Duke can almost transport you back in time but you are quickly reminded that it is 2011 by all of the modern hot spots available.
Located in the heart of one of 2011 Dozen Distinctive Destination winners, this street is sure to leave a memorable impression. Its year round draw has kept visitors swarming in year after year.
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(all data current as of
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$141,900 : 5340 Holmes Run Pkwy #317, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$250,000 : 803 Howard St N #456, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$224,900 : 4316 Duke St, Alexandria2 beds, 1 full bath
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$875,900 : 315 N Latham St, Alexandria5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$415,000 : 339 Pickett St S #25, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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Is Luxury Making a Comeback?
Uber-rich Americans are spending again, on everything from fancy cars to second homes.
“Personal embracement of luxury is now back to (pre-recession) 2007 levels,” marketing specialist Jim Taylor, author of “Selling to the New Elite,” told USA Today. “We’re seeing that in cars, private jet usage and finally, in high-end real estate. There’s a real change in the way people feel about money. They’re making purchases they put off during the recession.”
For example, second-home markets are on the rise: Vacation homes in Cape Cod, Mass., for example, increased 9 percent in 2010. In Palm Beach, Fla., home sales increased nearly 40 percent, and in Hilton Head, S.C., home sales were up nearly 14 percent. Luxury home sales in Southern California are also beginning to pick up, analysts say.
“We’re starting to see movement,” says Madison Hildebrand, a real estate professional who specializes in selling homes in Southern California, and also star of the Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing” reality show. “People are more confident.”
Analysts also note that when the wealthy start buying, it often has a trickle down effect among middle and upper-income shoppers too.
Source: “For the Wealthy, Luxury is Back,” USA Today (Feb. 20, 2011)
