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Tips for Choosing Upgrades for a New Home
Most home owners opt to add some upgrades to a new home, which can be rolled into the mortgage opposed to paying for them later on their own. But the choices of what flooring, lighting, or other upgrades to choose can be overwhelming.
Designer Candice Olson, author and host of HGTV’s “Candice Tells All,” says lighting and extra wiring are key upgrades new home buyers should consider.
“Adding lighting — or at least the wiring for it — means you’ll be able to have bathroom sconces instead of that one overhead light the builder gives you,” Olson says. “Your flat-screen TV can be where you want it. You’ll have a floor outlet for the lamp in middle of the open room. And you won’t be ripping out walls later to do all this.”
Also, she says home owners shouldn’t forget about the exterior lighting either. “Outside lighting, plus landscaping, will set apart your house from the others in the neighborhood where buyers chose from plans A, B and C,” Olson says.
As for flooring, Olson recommends hardwood floors for the main living areas, and cork floors for the basement, since there’s potential for water leakage in basements.
She also says the addition of taller baseboards, chair rails, crown molding, coffered ceilings, built-ins or a banquette also are smart investments for upgrades.
Source: “Decisions, Decisions: Add Character to Your Home With a Few Choice Upgrades,” Chicago Tribune (Feb. 4, 2011)
Townhouses
Home Builders are Predicting a Sales Comeback
The Jamieson
New-home sales may bounce back this spring, and the rebound could last through at least 2012, predict market watchers.
The Mortgage Bankers Association forecasts a 10 percent jump in volume; while Fannie Mae and the National Association of Home Builders project gains of 18 percent and 20 percent, respectively.
The groups are optimistic despite tighter underwriting, the absence of a home buyer tax credit and stiff competition from bargain-priced foreclosure properties.
Source: “New-Home Recovery Seen as Post-Super Bowl Selling Season Starts”
Business Week (02/11)
The Townes of Shirlington
Located at 2250 Garfield Street in Arlington VA 22206, The Townes of Shirlington can be found in the urban village of Shirlington situated at the south Arlington near Arlandia and the valley of Four Mile Run. The Townes of Shirlington offer modern all brick designed and spacious townhomes with 3 different floorplans to choose from:
- Davenport
- Kingsbury
- Westridge
The Townes of Shirlington highlights an all brick exterior with brass door knockers and brass door kick plate at the front door that have been built to exact commercial standards. Well landscaped with benches at the common area compliments the townhomes.
The Townes of Shirlington is equipped with energy efficient features such as insulated fiberglass for the front door and double pane windows with grid inserts and screens, central air conditioning, 50 gallon gas water heater and gas cooking and Trane dual zoned gas furnaces including R-9 and R-30 insulation for the ceiling, overhangs and walls.
Interior Features of the Townes of Shirlington:
- Entry marble foyer
- 8.5 – 9 foot ceilings
- Wall to wall carpeting for bedrooms
- Hardwood flooring for the main level, hallways and stairs
- 6 panel doors with brass hardware
- Security system
- Pre-wired for Verizon FIOS
- Walk in closets
- Maple cabinetry for kitchens
- Kitchen granite countertops
- Stainless steel under mount with a single sink
- GE stainless steel appliances – side by side refrigerator(with ice maker and water dispenser) and dishwasher.
- Recessed lighting
- Ceramic bathroom tile flooring and tub with shower surround
- Kohler plumbing fixtures
- Soaking tubs for master bathrooms
- Marble floors with pedestal sink for powder rooms
The Townes of Shirlington is equipped with a fire safety sprinkler system and secure enclosed parking including 2 assigned parking spaces per home.
As each floorplan – Davenport, Kingsbury and Westridge are different in design, certain amenities may and may not be found in other floor plans, such as a recreation room is offered for Davenport alone and Kingsbury and Westridge offers a separate shower and tub in the master bathrooms.
Schools Serving The Townes of Shirlington:
- Drew Model Elementary School
- Charles Barrett Elementary School
- Oakridge Elementary School
- Gunston Middle School
- Jefferson Middle School
- Wakefield High School
- T.C. Williams High School
Places accessible from The Townes of Shirlington:
- Downtown Washington D.C
- The Pentagon
- Reagan National Airport
- Pentagon Row
- Crystal City
- Four Mile Run Dog Park
- The Village at Shirlington
- The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
- Barcroft Sports and Recreation Center
- Classika Theatre
- Signature Theatre
Features of Old Town Commons of Alexandria VA
Found at the northern part of Old Town Alexandria, Old Town Commons townhomes community stands out as a “Green Community” with its LEED certification of the U.S Green Building Council.
The exterior features of Old Town Commons compliments the Old Town neighborhood with its classic Old Town architectural designs with brick and/or HardiePanel siding complete with third party inspected insulation and air sealing techniques. ENERGY STAR labeled double hung windows and insulated doors and opener for garage parking and other units with spacious yard private parking. Each home provides a rooftop terrace suitable for entertaining guests, with deck and front porch and energy efficient light colored roofs. Landscaping enhances the appearance of each Old Town Commons townhomes with its professional designs and drought tolerant plantings.
Each Old Town Commons unit offers 3 to 4 levels with hardwood flooring at the main level and entry level staircase and 9” ceilings at the main level and top level. Two tone, low VOC paint is used within the home along with two panel finished doors and satin nickel door knobs. ENERGY STAR labeled CFL light fixtures and recessed lighting can be found throughout the home while home wiring system for high speed internet, cable and telephone are available.
Features of an Old Town Commons Kitchen:
- Designed Birch Cabinetry
- 42” Upper Cabinets
- Granite or Corian Countertops
- Undermount Stainless Steel Sinks
- Hardwood Flooring
- Recessed Lighting
- Shelved Pantry
- Garbage Disposal with Countertop Button
- Gas Range
- Digital Microwave
- ENERGY STAR refrigerator
- ENERGY STAR Multicycle insulated dishwasher
Features of an Old Town Commons Bath:
- Cultured Marble Vanity Tops
- Water Closets with Low Flow Fixtures
- Water Conversing Faucets and Showerheads
- Medicine Cabinets
- Dual Flush Water Conserving Water Closet
- Timer Operated Powder Room Exhaust Fan
- Pedestal Sink in Powder Room
- Main Bath with 8”x8” ceramic tile
- Secondary Bath with 4×4” ceramic tile
- Double Vanity Sinks
- Glass Enclosed Shower
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$499,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Ellsworth, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$364,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Belhaven, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$870,965 : 826 Montgomery St #Duncan, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$349,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Ashton, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$379,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Delaney, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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Energy Efficient and LEED Certified Old Town Commons
Old Town Commons in Old Town Alexandria featuring LEED standards by the U.S Green Building Council is a townhomes community equipped with ENERGY STAR® labeling for energy efficiency, developed by EYA.
Such LEED certified buildings are to:
- Reduce operating costs and therefore increase asset value
- Help conserve water and energy
- Reduce waste sent to landfill
- Create healthier and safer living environment for residents
- Qualify for tax rebates, zoning allowances and such incentives in cities
- Highlight an owner’s commitment to environment stewardship and social responsibility
Along with the LEED certification of Old Town Commons, quality construction and safety is also featured with its engineered wall, floor, roof and insulated party wall systems. Old Town Commons also carries CPVC plumbing, brick veneers, fire sprinkler system, programmable thermostat and carbon monoxide detector for every level. Pre-construction meeting, pre-drywall orientation and pre-settlement orientation including 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty™ is provided for occupants.
Being true to its environment friendly feature, Old Town Commons is conveniently equipped with ENERGY STAR®:
- Double pane windows and exterior doors
- Low F\flow flush toilets
- 3rd party inspected house wrap and energy seal package
- Electric water heater and optional solar hot water rough-in
- Insulation in roof and exterior walls
- CFL light fixtures
- Optional rough-in for solar electric panels or solar hot water system
- Electric car charging station
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$499,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Ellsworth, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$364,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Belhaven, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$870,965 : 826 Montgomery St #Duncan, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$349,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Ashton, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$379,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Delaney, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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“Best Green Community” Old Town Commons Neighborhood
Old Town Commons townhome community was named as “Best Green Community” and “Best Infill Neighborhood” at the 2010 Great American Living Awards Ceremony that was held on October 21, 2010.
Recognized as the outstanding green community within the area, Old Town Commons feature a townhomes community designed with LEED standards of the U.S Green Building Council. The awards were given as judged by:
- Proximity to public transportation
- Proximity to the Metro
- Accessibility to Shops, Fitness and Recreation Locations
- Energy Saving Construction Techniques
- Sustainable Designs
DC’s building industry’s prestigious awards event, Great American Living Awards, recognizes an area’s exceptional new home communities and designs through architects, builders and developers.
Acknowledging Old Town Commons’ location in Old Town, conveniently situated between the Metro and the Potomac River and being the only new neighborhood in Old Town offering private rear yards, Old Town Commons was also named “Most Innovative Infill Community”.
Old Town Commons is developed by EYA that was founded in 1992 and has been winning over 150 Great American Living Awards including the Great American Living Awards: Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010.
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(all data current as of
5/27/2012)
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$499,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Ellsworth, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$364,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Belhaven, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$870,965 : 826 Montgomery St #Duncan, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$349,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Ashton, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$379,900 : 815 Patrick St N #Delaney, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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