Here's a price report based on the last two years of sales and rentals as of 2/28/2010. Each report contains the median price along with high and low over the period. All figures are approximations and should not be used to judge final sales values.

Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, 950 to 990 sf	170,890 (136,453 to 221,000)	465 to 440	1,300 (1,200 to 1,420)
Two Bedroom, 1180 sf	209,500 (172,000 to 255,000)	550	1,700 (1,250 to 2,100)
Three Bedroom, 1700 to 1840 sf	275,000 (260,000 to 329,000)	800 to 860	2,000

Skyline Plaza is located at 3701 and 3705 S George Mason Dr. Falls Church Virginia 22041, near Leesburg Pike (Route 7), I-395, and between Eisenhower Ave and Bailey's Crossroads. Skyline Plaza was built in 1973, it's a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• 24 Hour Security
• Children's Playground
• Storage Space 
• Outdoor pool
• Sauna
• Gym
• Party/Club Room
• Balconies
• Garage Parking
• Community/In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electricity, Gas and Water included in condo fee
• Central A/C
• Gas Heat
• Gas Hot Water Heater

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There are several key steps that your Virginia Licensed Real Estate Agent will help you through. Knowing what these are in advance can help you not be surprised later on:

• Know your budget, consult with a financial institution about what you can be pre-approved for.
• Know your needs, including:
  • Number of bedrooms
  • Location
  • Walking distance to a bus stop
  • Walking distance to a metro stop
  • Price
  • Property condition
  • Age of the property
  • Garage Parking
• Amenities (for condos)
  • Indoor/Outdoor pool
  • Putting Greens
  • Tennis courts
  • In unit washer/dryer
  • Utilities included in condo fees
  • Basketball courts
  • Bowling
  • Concierge service
  • Controlled access
• Realize that something will have to give to get what you want, prioritize your needs so that you can get the most important features.
• Budget time and money:
  • Finding any home is easy. Finding the right home requires time invested in looking at properties.
  • Money for downpayments and closing costs can vary from a couple percentage points to a cash purchase where you provide the entire amount up front.
  
  

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$1195 / 1br - River Towers Condos, beautiful neighborhood, right near GW Bike Path

6641 Wakefield Blvd, Alexandria, VA

Rent includes all utilities. Located near Belle View shopping center, GW Parkway, Route 1 and the Beltway

DESCRIPTION

• Nicely maintained condo ready to go.
  

RENTAL FEATURES

• Air conditioning
• Central heat
• Dishwasher
• Refrigerator
• Stove/Oven
• Laundry area - inside
• Swimming pool
• High-speed internet

COMMUNITY FEATURES

• Guest parking
• Clubhouse
• Laundry on-site
• Fitness center
• Swimming pool(s)

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Here's a price report based on the last two years of sales and rentals as of 1/4/2010. Each report contains the median price along with high and low over the period. All figures are approximations and should not be used to judge final sales values.

Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, 900 sf	244,500 (223,000 to 248,000)	324 to 380	1400 (1100 to 1500)
Two Bedroom, 1475 sf	346,000 (289,000 to 369,000)	460 to 570	1750 (1500 to 2200)
Three Bedroom, 1260 to 1410 sf	375,000 (357,000 to 402,500)	440 to 515	2,350 (2,300 to 2,400)

Westbriar is located at on Bellforest and Carnegie Hall Ct with easy access to Route 66, Route 50, and I-495 in Vienna, VA. Westbriar was built in 2001, it's a 20 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Security
• Open Space
• Outdoor pool
• Party/Club Room
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Water included in condo fee
• Gas Heat
• Central A/C
• Gas Hot Water Heater
• Walking distance to Dunn-Loring Metro

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Here's a price report based on the last two years of sales and rentals as of 1/5/2010. Each report contains the median price along with high and low over the period. All figures are approximations and should not be used to judge final sales values.

Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, 705 to 830 sf	250,000 (198,000 to 325,000)	270 to 325	1375 (1300 to 1450)
Two Bedroom, 1150 sf	320,500 (277,000 to 376,000)	367 to 407	1875 (1500 to 2450)

Halstead at the Metro is located at 2655 Prosperity Ave in Fairfax, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, Route 50 and I-66. The Halstead at the Metro was built 2006, they're a 15 minute commute to D.C, and are across the street from the Dunn Loring Metro stop.

Amenities include:

• 24 Hour Security
• Indoor basketball courts
• Outdoor pool
• Gym
• Party/Club Room
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Water included in condo fee
• Gas Heat
• Central A/C
• Extra Storage
• Gas Hot Water Heater
• Walking distance to Metro
• Contemporary design

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Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, 750 to 870 sf	365,500 (350,000 to 385,000)	310-350	1700 (1550 to 1900)
Two Bedroom, 930 to 1160 sf	450,000 (378,300 to 550,000)	390 to 500	2250 (1900 to 3600)
Three Bedroom, 1605 to 1860 sf	740,000 (560,000 to 790,000)	695 to 815	3,250 (2,750 to 3,500)

Carlyle Towers is located at 2121, 2151, 2181 Jamieson Ave between Eisenhower Ave and Duke Street in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, Route 1, the GW Parkway, and 395. The three Carlyle Towers were built in the 1997, 1999, and 2001, they're a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• 24 Hour Security
• Storage Space
• Outdoor pool
• Gym
• Party Room
• Tennis Courts
• Putting greens
• Balconies
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Gas and Water utilities included in condo fee
• Electric Heat Pump
• Central A/C
• Gas Hot Water Heater
• Walking distance to Metro

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Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, approx 990 to 1200 sf	169,000 (146,500 to 195,000)	600-700	1463 (1345 to 1800)
Two Bedroom, approx 1310 to 1620 sf	226,020 (187,906 to 258,000)	660-800	1700 (1500 to 1850)
Three Bedroom, 1620 approx sf	262,038 (240,000 to 287,000)	~990	2000 (1995 to 2200)

Watergate at Landmark is located at 203, 205, 307, 309 Yoakum Pkwy near the intersection of King St and 395 in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and 395. Watergate at Landmark was built in 1976, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Open spaces
• Outdoor pool
• Indoor pool
• Sauna
• Gym
• Tennis Courts
• Putting greens
• Balconies
• Garage Parking Available
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• All utilities included in condo fee
• Electric Heat Pump
• Central A/C

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Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
Studio, approx 740 sf	NA	NA	1495
One Bedroom, approx 710 to 900 sf	344,000 (317,000 to 349,000)	154	1500 (1400 to 1550)
Two Bedroom, approx 1350 to 1430 sf	433,000 (308,000 to 472,000)	308	NA
Three Bedroom, approx 1635 sf	527,000	337	NA

1600 Prince St Condos is located near the King Street Metro, King Street, and Duke Street in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and 395. Park Fairfax was built in the 1982, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Wood Floors
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heat Pump
• Central A/C 

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
Studio, about 430-490 sf	120,000 (95,000 to 140,000)	875 (775 to 975)
One bedroom, about 714 sf	177,300 (150,000 to 200,000)	1200 (950 to 1300)
Two Bedroom, about 980 sf	228,500 (210,000 to 265,000)	1500 (1450 to 1600)
Three Bedroom, about 1360 sf	293,500 (280,000 to 320,000)	1650 (1649 to 1750)

River Towers is located near the intersection of Belle View Blvd and the George Washington Parkway. With easy access to Richmond Highway (Route One), the Belway I-495/I-95, and just minutes away from Old Town Alexandria and the Huntingon Metro on the Yellow Line. River Towers was built in 1963 and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Open spaces
• Outdoor pool
• Gym
• Ample Public Parking
• Garage Parking
• Wood Floors
• Tennis Courts
• Children's Playgrounds
• Tennis Courts
• Community Unit Washer/Dryer
• Heating, Cooling, Electric included in Condo Fees
• Short Walk to shopping at Belle View
• Bike and Walk paths in the GW Park walking distance away.

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom, about 623 sf	192,500 (141,000 to 240,000)	1,100 (975 to 1,300)
Two Bedroom, about 790 sf	252,750 (218,900 to 270,000)	1,300 (1095 to 1,499)
Three Bedroom, 940 sf	275,300 (235,000-295,000)	1,495 (1,295 to 1,550)

Belle View Condos are located near the intersection of Belle View Blvd, Fort Hunt Road and the George Washington Parkway in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and Jefferson Davis Highway (Route 1). The Belle View Condos were built in the 1940s, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Open spaces
• Outdoor pools
• Park Trails
• Ample Public Parking
• Wood Floors
• Tennis Courts
• Children's Playgrounds
• Community Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heat, Central A/C
• Gas and Water included in Condo fees

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom, about 1120 sf	300,000	2075 (1750-2500)
Two Bedroom, about 1450 to 1740 sf	720,000 (490,000 to 815,000)	2725 (2195 to 3200)
Three Bedroom, 1880 to 2250 sf	725,000 (690,000 to 1,099,000)	3000

Porto Vecchio is located at 1250 Washington Blvd (George Washington Parkway) at the south end of Old Town Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and 395. Porto Vecchio was built in the early 80s, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Party Room
• Outdoor pool
• Tennis Courts
• Sauna
• Gym
• Pier on the Potomac
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heating and Cooling, Gas Hot Water Heater
• Zoned Wall Unit A/C

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom, about 750 sf	137,500 (111,500 to 150,000)	1150 (1000 to 1250)
Two Bedroom, about 850-1150 sf	160,000 (124,000 to 210,975)	1400 (1260-1500)
Three Bedroom, about 1370-1420 sf	229,000 (145,000 to 245,000)	1800-1900

Huntington Club is located near the intersection of Huntington Avenue and Telegraph Road in (Fairfax County) Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and Route 1 (Jefferson Davis Highway). Huntington Club was built in the 1967, and is a 20 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Easy access to Huntington Metro (right next door)
• Outdoor pool
• Assigned and Guest Parking
• Electricity, Water, Sewer, (Heating and Cooling) included in Condo Fees
• Tennis Courts
• Party Room
• Community Washer/Dryer

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	260,000 (225,000-270,000)	1400 (1100-1500)
Two Bedroom	358,000 (279,000-394,100)	1900 (1700-2500)
Three Bedroom	388,500 (357,110-441,350)	1495-3500

Westbriar is located near the intersection of Route 66 and I-495 in Vienna, VA. Westbriar was built in the late 90s and early 2000s, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C. Westbriar is a short walk to Dunn Loring Metro located near the end of the Orange Line

Amenities include:

• Garage and Outdoor Parking
• Gas Heat and Hot Water
• In Unit Washer/Dryer (Westbriar Plaza)

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	225,000-375,900	1300-2100
Two Bedroom	259,000-494,244	1950-2050
Studio	189,900-197,400	1100

Midtown Alexandria Station is located across the street from Hunting Metro on the yellow line, it is near Telegraph Rd, Route 1 (Jefferson Davis Highway), I-495/I-95. Midtown Alexandria Station was built in 2007, and is a 25 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Cybercafe
• Outdoor rooftop pool
• Gym
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Balconies
• 24 hour controlled access
• Concierge service

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom, about 800 sf	186,000-296,000	990-1695
Two Bedroom, about 900 sf	224,900-365,000	1250-1850
Three Bedroom, 1500 sf	377,000-420,000	1495-3500

Park Fairfax is located near the intersection of Quaker St and 395 in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and 395. Park Fairfax was built in the 1940s, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Open spaces
• Outdoor pools
• Gym
• Ample Public Parking
• Garage Parking
• Wood Floors
• Tennis Courts
• Children's Playgrounds
• Gym
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Baseboard Heat
• Zoned Wall Unit A/C

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	255,000	No Information
Two Bedroom	320,000-340,000	1525-2700

Built in 1987 Colecroft Station is located at 505 Braddock Rd. E in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway, and 1 block from the Braddock Metro Station. Colecroft Station is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Party Room
• Gym
• Controlled Access
• Garage Parking
• Storage Unit
• Balconies
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heat
• Central A/C

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Abingdon Row Condos is located at 1023 Royal St N in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway, and 11 blocks from the Braddock Metro Station. Abingdon Row Condos is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Gourmet Kitchens
• High Ceilings
• Wall to wall carpet
• Gym
• Controlled Access
• Garage Parking
• Storage Unit
• Custodial Services
• Wood Floors
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heat
• Central A/C

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$495,000 :: 1023 Royal St N #210, Alexandria VA, 22314
Monday, November 23, 2009 9:07 PM



2 beds, 2 baths
Size: 983 sq ft
 Lot Size: 0 sq ft
Added: 08/28/09, Last Updated: 11/24/09
Property Type: Residential for Sale, Res. Condo for Sale
MLS Number: AX7145476
Tract: Abingdon Row
The price of this listing was last reduced on 11/10/2009 by 2%


Gorgeous 1BR with 19x13 den in prestigious Abingdon Row located 1 block from Rivergate Park! Gourmet cherry kitch w/granite counters & SS appl. Amenities: 9'ft ceilings, hrdwd flrs throughout, tile baths, 2 MBR closets, CA closet organizers, 12"crown molding, balcony, extra storage & W/D in unit! TWO full size gar spaces, roof top terrace, elevator, secure pet friendly building. OPEN 9/19 SAT 2-4 Listed with Avery-Hess, REALTORS

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	190,000-285,000	1150-1500
Two Bedroom	275,000-450,000	1500-2200
Three Bedroom	365,000-487,500	1785-2495

Montebello is located at 5901, 5902, 5903, and 5904 Mount Eagle Dr. in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway, and the Huntington Metro Station. Montebello is a 30 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Outdoor Pool
• Sauna
• Spa
• Walk and job paths
• Indoor Pool
• Bowling
• Gym
• Controlled Access
• Ample Parking
• Bowling
• Tennis Courts
• Wood Floors
• In unit washer/dryer

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	460,000-740,000	1900-3500
Two Bedroom	754,000-2,000,000	3500-6800
Three Bedroom	2,344,000-2,535,000	NA

Waterview is located at 1111 19th St NArlington, VA near I-66, GW Parkway, and the Rosslyn Metro Station. Waterview is a 5 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• 24 hour Concierge
• Rooftop observation, highest in the area
• Gas Heat included in condo fee
• Controlled Access
• Garage Parking
• Span & Health Club

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
Studio	NA	775-975
One Bedroom	170,000-213,000	950-1175
Two Bedroom	200,000-244,000	1350-1400

Hunting Creek Club is located at 2059 Huntington Ave in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway, and the Huntington Metro Station. Hunting Creek Club is a 30 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Outdoor Pool
• Sauna
• Outdoor Pool
• Gym
• Controlled Access
• Parking
• Tennis Courts
• Wood Floors
• Community Washer/Dryer

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	NA	1550-1600
Two Bedroom	422,000-515,000	1900-2400
Three Bedroom	450,000-475,000	2400-2800

Washington Square is located in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway. Washington Square is a 20 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Garage Parking
• Additional Storage

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One of the most important roles as a realtor is to set expectations for rental clients with regards to

• Availability
• Budget
• Turn-around
• Space

Some of the biggest shocks to renters include:

• Having pets drastically reduces what's available.  Large pets narrows the selection even further
• Expecting a landlord to keep a rental vacant for over a month greatly reduces your chance of getting the unit
• Short term leases (less than a year) cost a landlord substantially, both due to lost income from vacancy and the cost of restoring and finding a new renter
• If you've looked at a half a dozen units and everything is way off the mark, then things are very unlikely to improve.

As a realtor it's important to convey this information.  As a renter its important that your realize that ignoring your realtor's advice will quickly land you without a realtor.  No one likes to be ignored, but more importantly your realtor doesn't want to waste your time and the realtor's time chasing possibilities that will never happen.

Located within walking distance of the Huntington Metro the Hunting Creek Club is ideally situated with easy access to shopping on Route 1, the Beltway I-495, I-95, and a straight shot through Old Town into D.C.  Hunting Creek Club's amenities include:

• Outdoor Pool
• Sauna
  
• Tennis Courts 
• 24 hour controlled access
• Ample parking

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Howdy Mr. Nesbitt--
I wanted to take a moment to highlight the exceptional service I
received from one of your agents, Ben Fornshell. Within a few hours
of emailing Ben, we made an appointment to meet the following day in
order to tour Belle Haven. After meeting up at your office, we walked
along the well-kept streets while Ben shared some of his experiences
with the community; calmly strolling through a neighborhood on a sunny
day while viewing properties is not a typical experience when
searching for a new home. After touring several, I stepped into one
particular unit and realized I was home. Ben walked me through the
particulars before we parted. Later that day, he met with me a second
time, well after working hours, to show the unit to my skeptical wife.
She eagerly concurred and five days later, we signed the
lease--beating out several other applicants largely because of how
well-prepared our package was. Ben's relaxed and informative approach
was a sea-change to the aggressive apartment-pushers usually lurking
in real estate and is a great credit to your business and profession.
Further, his stance made it more than clear that he wasn't merely
looking to push someone into a vacant unit: he was assisting a new
neighbor.

Please convey my very great appreciation for his hard work and
dedication. If you'd like to post this message anywhere online,
please feel free; I only ask that you omit my last name for privacy.

Sincerely,
--Jeremy

About the Author --- Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Condo 1 Alexandria and Will Nesbitt Realty. Will specializes in condos, townhouses and single family residences in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Crystal City, and Kingstowne. Will resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Alexandria VA in Fairfax County.

Savoy Park is located near the intersection of Seminary Rd and Leesburg Pike (Route 7) in the county of Fairfax with a Falls Church, Virginia postal address.  With shuttle directly from your front door to the Metro station and easy access to 395 and the Beltway its location is ideal for getting to Old Town Alexandria, Arlington, and Washington D.C.  Included in the features and amenities of Savoy Park you'll find:

• Washer and dryer in the unit
• Balcony views
• Clubhouse
• Pool
• Fitness center
• Controlled access parking and building
  

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Porto Vecchio offers a spectacular view of the river.  Located in Alexandria, VA it's right next the the George Washington Parkway, within easy reach of Arlington, the District of Columbia, and I-495.  It's amenities include:

• Outdoor Pool
• 24 hour front desk security
• Party Rooms
• Glass enclosed terrace views
• Kayak Dock
• Gym

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Skyline Square is centrally located at the intersection of Seminary Rd and Route 7 in Falls Church.  Skyline Square boasts a nice set of amenities including:

• Sauna
• Two gyms
• Garage parking
• Library
• Party room
  
• Outdoor pool
• Billiard room

The units at Skyline Square include central air and electric heat pump.

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I'm going to buy a home, what's the process?

1. Go to your bank or lending institution to obtain pre-approval.  As part of this you will discover what amount they are willing to lend.  This is important both to know your budget and to ensure your offers are accepted.  Failure to pre-approve can ruin your chances for success later.
2. Sit down with a Realtor to see what's available, what meets your needs, and to discover the hidden dangers in home buying.
3. Once you have found a property you wish to buy you can proceed with an offer.  Your Realtor will provide invaluable assistance by performing a competitive market analysis, a snapshot of recent home sales and their amounts, to determine what will make an offer that gets you the best possible price, without having the seller walk away.
4. The seller reviews the offer, if rejected the seller may make a counteroffer.  This process can continue back and forth until both parties ratify and accept the offer making the offer a ratified contract.
5. A ratified contract then puts into motion a host of background tasks that proceed invisibly to ensure your new home is in good order:
   1. Home inspected for condition, damage and hidden surprises
   2. Appraisal to ensure the banks investment is covered by the value of the home
   3. Loan approval to secure funds for the purchase of your home
   4. Title Search to ensure the seller really has full right to sell your home
   5. Walk-through inspection to ensure nothing changes at the last minute with the property
      
6. At settlement the lender's money and the title transfer come together to deliver you ownership of your new home. 
   
7. Now it's time to move in!

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Garden Style Condos at Fort Ellsworth offer the ideal location for getting to King St and Duke St right near the heart of olde town.  Built in 1974, these three story condos are just two blocks from the King Street metro, VRE and offer:

• Community Party Room
• Pool
• All utilities included in condo fees
• Reserved parking spaces

Fort Ellsworth is right next to the Telegraph and 495/I-95 intersection making for easy access to VA, MD, or DC

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Huntington Walk Condos provide an excellent starter home located in an ideal location.  It's location is less than five minutes from:

• Richmond Highway
• 495/95
• The GW Parkway
• The Huntington Metro station. 
• Extensive shopping within ten minutes south on Route 1

Everything is easily within reach from your front door.  These Garden Style Condos offer simple amenities, but with the money you save on a free pool you can do the back stroke through cash in your living room.  They also sport the following

• Electric Heat
• Central Air
• Free Parking
• Low condo fees
• One, two, and three bedroom layouts

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

If access is your priority then there can be none better in the Alexandria area than the Midtown Alexandria Station Condos.  Their location is ideal in three ways:

• Immediate metro access:  The condos are literally across the street from the Huntington Metro Station.  It is actually a shorter walk from the condos than from some of the metro parking.
• Immediate access to Beltway and I-95.  The Telegraph Rd intersection with the Beltway is just a half mile down Huntington Ave.
• Richmond Highway Shopping.  With every essential need from Hardware Stores, Grocery Stores, Clothing Stores, and every imaginable restaurant all within a few miles south on Route 1.

If that's not enough the Midtown Condos are also brand new, built in 2007 they get as close to that "new condo smell" as you can find with this great a location.  Included in the condo amenities you'll find:

• Outdoor Pool
• Gym
• Club Room
• Tennis Courts
• Sun Deck
• Guest Rooms
• Sauna

Interested in seeing what's available at Midtown Alexandria Station Condos?  Call us any time.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

River Towers offers some unique features in the Belle View area.  Its ample open spaces, and beautifully maintained grounds give this trio of hi-rises more of a relaxed easy going feel.  Yet, just a two block walk away the Belle View Shopping center offers all the essentials of life.  With its own outdoor pool, tennis courts, and exercise room the River Towers condos offer you all the amenities you'd expect from hi-rise living, with the added benefit of one of the nations greatest parks running along the George Washington Parkway.  Inside you'll find studio, one, two, and three bedroom units and enjoy the benefits of having all utilities included in your rent.  Want to see what's available now?

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Located near the corner of Madison and North Pitt the Alexandria House Condominiums are ideally situated for getting to the busy night life of King St. as well as easy access to Crystal City and Washington DC.  In addition to its superb location it also offers excellent amenities, including:

• Concierge service
• A rooftop pool
• Community party room

• Sauna and exercise room
• Controlled access and video monitoring of the outside
• Additional Storage
• An underground garage

Interested in what's available now?

With a wide variety of layouts the units come in one to three bedroom styles with hardwood floors.

The building has heat pumps and central air conditioning.  Condo fees range typically from 450-650depending on unit size.

The Alexandria House was built in 1975,  and is beautifully situated near the Potomac River and GW Bike Path along which a multitude of parks can be found.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

What matters in a condo varies by the person, but questions tend to draw from the same pool of questions:

• What amenities are included.  Is there a pool?
• Tennis court?
• Exercise room?
• Are there areas I can walk my dog?
• Is heat electric or gas?
• Do condo fees include utilities?
• Electricity?
• If there is carpet, are there hardwood floors underneath?
• Is the washer and dryer in the unit?
• On the same floor?
• In the basement?
• If buying, what are the condo fees and taxes?
• Where is the closest bus stop?
• Metro stop?

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Situated walking distance from the Huntington Metro station the Hunting Creek Club Hi-rise condos are ideally situated for access to road and rail.  Located just far enough from Jefferson Davis Highway (Route 1) to be buffered from its noise, and with easy access to the Beltway, nearby Alexandria, and an excellent set of stores and shops along route one the Hunting Creek Club is a superb bargain.  Included in the amenities are:

• Swimming Pool
• Tennis Court
• Private Balconies
• 24 hour controlled access

Washer and dryer are located on each floor for easy access, with ample parking for residents and guests.  You'll find everything from studio to two bedroom units available.  See what's available now at Hunting Creek Club.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Abingdon Row condominiums are located along Royal St just a block away from the Potomac waterfront.

Built in 2007, Abingdon Row's location gives ready access to the GW Parkway, bike trails, the nearby Montgomery Park, and the bustling night life.  Within two blocks you'll find the Fishbowl, The Perfect Pita, and Bastille Restaurants as well as the local Giant.

The closest metro station, Braddock Rd, is about two-thirds of a mile to the west.

The condos here feature a wide variety of sizes and layouts with everything from basic one bedrooms, to amply spaced three bedroom units.  The garage has controlled access to underground parking, and many of the units sport beautiful views of the river

To learn more about what's available at Abingdon Row contact us anytime at Condo 1 Alexandria

The condos here are one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom units. Although there are only 53 residences at Abingdon Row there are over thirty different floorplans! These condos are scaled from a modest 720 square feet to a very generous 1,900 square feet layout. Abingdon Row has secure underground parking (a true luxury in the tight streets of Old Town). Most of the parking in the garage is unassigned, but a few units have reserved spaces.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Tucked between Braddock road and King street Northampton Place is easily accessible by both metro stops.  With a beautifully landscaped exterior its no surprise that this relatively new development is both a great place to live and a solid investment.  With Alexandria property values on the rise and the generous amenities this makes for a great new place to live.

• Outdoor pool
• Exercise room
• Party room
• Concierge
• 24 hour controlled access
• Controlled access garage parking

Layouts include one, two, and two bedroom plus dens.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Obtaining pre-approval from a bank is a daunting process.  It is time consuming both due to the delay and because of the amount of paperwork required to satisfy a lender of your credit status. 

It is, without a doubt, the most pressing matter before beginning your home search.  Proceeding without this step can lead to angst, lost time and energy, and opportunities.  Without pre-approval you'll be facing the following pitfalls very quickly:

• Offers will be rejected in favor of lower offers by pre-approved buyers.
• Delays can result as you await approval by your bank.
• Too late you may find the home you are looking at is beyond your budget

• A better home could have been yours if you'd known what you could afford
• Time can disappear into looking at homes that disappear from the market before you're ready to make an offer and
• Effort invested into your search can be wasted as you await preapproval to have an effective offer.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Located just south of Fort Belvoir, Gunston Cove has ready access to Interstate 95, the Virginia Railway Express, and with its newly completed homes offer a rare chance at that zero mileage home.  With two car garages, a fireplace, and luxuriously open floor plans you can easily feel at home in this new community.  These new homes in Lorton range between 2400 and 3200 square feet. Gunston Cove homes are listing starting in the upper 400s.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Rose Hill is situated along Franconia Drive west of Richmond Highway.  Rose Hill is situated close enough to commute to DC, but unlike other real estate this close to the city it remains a suburb in layout and feel.  Parking is unrestricted and ample, with wide streets and easy access.  With improvements to the Telegraph Rd intersection with the beltway there are now two excellent and easy ways to get to the Beltway.

Real estate values in the Rose Hill area are already showing signs of growth making this both an excellent place for a new home, and for an investment. Click Rose Hill for a map of the area that shows homes for sale and area prices. 

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Situated just off of the George Washington Parkway the Marina Towers are right next to Reagan National Airport and in the north end of Olde Towne Alexandria.  With a fantastic view of the river the Marina Towers is blessed with some great amenities:

1. Indoor Gym
2. Outdoor pool
3. Verandas by the river
4. Great access to the George Washington Bike Path
5. All utilities included
6. Ample parking for residents and guests
   

Want to learn more about Marina Towers and other real estate in Northern Virginia? Click Marina Towers to see a map and what's for sale now.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Nestled between King Street (Route 7) and West Braddock Road in Alexandria VA, Victorian Hills dates back to the late 1960s.  These beautiful single family homes are a rare find.  With ample size lots and a secluded feel granted by trees with history this community combines being close to the heart of Alexandria without the metropolis feel.  The colonial style construction gives a comforting air that can only say "Welcome Home". 

For a look at homes for sale, prices and other important real estate information click Victorian Hills.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Sequoyah condos were built in 1978. Sequoyah includes a total of 1018 units. The features the Sequoyah community areas include:

• Outdoor pool
• Tennis courts
• Playground for children.
• Community Center

The Sequoya condos are situated near the intersection of Route 1 and Mount Vernon Highway, just ten minutes from the Beltway. For a map of Sequoyah or to check prices and sales listings in Sequoyah, click Sequoyah condos.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

National trends may be continuing to decline, but in Alexandria, Arlington, and nearby parts of Northern Virginia real estate is showing two signs of a comeback.  According to an MRIS Press Release: "Selling prices remain flat metro wide in the Greater Washington DC region, but the central jurisdictions---DC, Alexandria, and Arlington and Montgomery counties---continue to buck the trend."

John McClain, Senior Fellow at George Mason University's School of Public Policy, was quoted by them as saying, "Prices continue to rise in the central jurisdictions. They're in a much better price position due to their premium location."

The most dramatic is an increase in prices of home sales, but equally important is the shortening of time properties are on the market.  These two combine to reduce the available inventory available to buyers.  Waiting can be a shortcut to loss, so holding off in anticipation of falling prices can leave you kicking yourself for missing good deals.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Watergate at Landmark is located by the intersection of 395 and Duke St.  With 24 hour security and patrols peace of mind is just one of the great benefits of the community.  A beautiful outdoor pool, putting greens, tennis courts, gazebos, indoor pool, exercise rooms, sauna, and a sand volleyball court grace these hi-rise condos.

To see a map of Watergate at Landmark, more pictures and prices of what's currently listed for sale click listings at Watergate at Landmark.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

With over 100 years of history the Del Ray community is one of the best kept secrets within Alexandria, Virginia.  It has something for everyone with single-family homes, condos, apartments, and duplexes.  Del Ray stretches from Braddock Road to Glebe Rd and from Route One to Russell Road.  Down the core runs Mount Vernon Avenue, the center of not only the commercial areas, but also the home of many great community events. 

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Westlee is nestled less than four short blocks from East Falls Church station on the Orange Line.  The units are graced with soaring 10 foot ceilings.  Included in the amenities are a classy and grandiose club room as well as a gym for the residents. 24 hour access control and garage parking make this a well secured home.   Right next door you'll find the Bear Rock Cafe and the La Cote D'Or Cafe with a Baskin Robbins to sate your sweet tooth just two blocks away.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The answer depends upon what you want.  Aside from the obvious differences of having more green space with most single family homes, such as those in Belle View versus the tighter nit community potential in a hi-rise condominium or town-houses there are other, harder to see, but no less profound differences.

Single Family Home Benefits

• Absence of monthly homeowners or condo fees
• Less stringent rules and regulations
• No homeowners or condo association that can impose restrictions without your consent
  
• Fewer parking restrictions and fees
  

Condo and Town House Benefits

1. No need to save money to cover what condo fees will cover:
   1. Roof repairs/replacement
   2. Common area repairs
   3. Yard Maintenance
   4. Maintenance, paving, and plowing of the driveway, sidewalks, and curbs.
   5. Siding and gutter maintenance or repair
2. Some have controlled access
3. On site community amenities from club rooms to pools and exercise rooms
4. Many have improved public transit service, shuttles to metro service, etc

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Olympus is a unique high-rise with a curved layout giving its rooms spectacular curved vistas.  It was opened in the mid 70s and stands at the meeting of Yoakum Pkwy and Stevenson Ave.  Included in the extras of the Olympus you will find:

• Outdoor swimming pool surrounded by trees
  
• Controlled entry with 24 hour security
• Tennis courts
• Hot tub and sauna
• An exercise room
• Party room
• Utilities are included in condo fees
  
• Parking garage

About the Author --- Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Licensed real estate agents can provide you with a competitive market analysis, this is based on:

1. Comparable properties in the area
2. Adjustments for differences in size and condition of the property
3. Differences based on location or the sale/rental date of the property

While real estate prices are fluid and certainly open to negotiation there are very real trends that affect not only the housing market as a whole, but localized areas as well.  This can include everything from:

• New construction
• Zoning changes
• Condemned properties
• Traffic pattern changes

It is important to remember when assessing property that there are three factors that will most influence the price

1. Location
2. Value of improvements (the home or unit)
   
3. Uniqueness of property
   

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

One of the greatest skills that a Realtor can bring to the table for you is a knowledge of property values across a wide range of areas.  For a seller or landlord, this means you strike the right balance between getting the most value from your home and selling or renting it in a time frame that allows you to either move or capitalize on your investment.

Simply looking at a neighbor's property and assessing yours based on their sale is fraught with dangers.  Realtors factor in not only differences in construction, floor plans, and location, but also have their finger on the pulse of the market.  The same stands true equally well for buyers and renters.  As a buyer looking for a bargain is key, but setting standards to high for a price range can result in wasted time, or worse yet buying an apparent steal in an area that is an investment nightmare.  Renting places you in similar straights.  Year long leases can be just as binding as buying a new home, forcing you to suffer through details that a trained Realtor will notice in your new home.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Will Nesbitt Realty at Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

One of the single greatest attractions on the west side of the Potomac River is the George Washington Parkway.  This parkway stretches along from Mount Vernon Estates through Belle View and Old Town up north of Arlington.  Along the shore are scattered a bevy of parks from Theodore Roosevelt Island, the LBJ National Grove, Gravelly Point Park, Fort Marcy, and Turkey Run Park.  The GW Parkway even boasts a view of a rare Bald Eagle and its nest on the Belle Haven Country Club just south of Old town.  Learn more about great boons to property in Northern Virginia.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

When looking to buy or rent a home, a licensed real estate agent provides a variety of unique skills and connections to ensure you get a much better home.

1. First and foremost a Realtor brings security.  Everyone knows what they want in a home, but very few people realize the litany of potential pitfals that can ruin your new nest.
2. Second, a Realtor brings diversity.  Unless you're going to limit your selection to public listings, and kiss good-bye some of the best homes in the market, then you need a Realtor to grant you access.
3. Third, a Realtor brings you economy.  Whether buying or selling no-one has access to market information to the degree a Realtor does.  This ensures that you're not overspending on your new home, or underselling your old one.
4. Finally, a Realtor brings you peace of mind.  The process of finding a new home, or someone to buy or rent your existing home can be daunting.  Challenges from financing, to proper title transfer, to negotiating your price require attention to detail, and can be very stressful, and time consuming if not handled properly. 

To learn more about how a licensed real estate agent can assist you contact us.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo1 of Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Your agent can help you:

• Prepare the property for sale.
• Help you determine its fair market value.
• List your property to help you reach buyers quickly and competitively.
• Assist in price negotiations with buyers. 
• Help complete your sales agreement and close the sale.

As a buyer you can expect many of the same services, tailored to your needs finding a condo, these include:

• Deciding on the benefits of renting vs. owning
• Preapproval for your mortgage
• Selecting the right location
• Finding and viewing properties
• Assessing a properties fair market value. 
• Assisting in price negotiations
• Completing purchase agreements and closing the sale.

About the Author
 Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Buying your new house or condo involves a multitude of steps.  Having a real estate agent ensures that these steps go smoothly for you.  Having said that one of the most important aspects of your new home purchase is getting a loan secured.  Doing so in advance ensures benefits you in three ways:

1. You are searching for properties that will be within budget
2. Your offer carries extra weight because of your ready to buy status
3. The home buying process will go smoother and quicker through its final stages.

The value of these three together is quite great, and can make the difference between getting the home of your dreams and that one that "just got away".

About the Author
 Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Alexandria Appliance question: A resident of Beauregard Station called to ask me about what happens with the 

Appliances that are not removable, that is, they are part of the plumbing, ventilation, or structure of the home transfer with the sale of your condo.  This would include central air, water heaters, dishwashers, and similar appliances.  However appliances that are removable such as refrigerators, window A/C units, microwaves, etc, belong to the seller, unless stipulated otherwise in your purchase agreement.

About the Author
 Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Question

I'm renting a condo in Alexandria, but I don't like the color.  Am I allowed to repaint it?

Answer

The best answer to this is to discuss it with your property manager or landlord.  In most cases, a property manager will allow you to paint your condo whatever colors you would like.  If your landlord agrees to the new color that may be the end of the discussion.  In a worst case scenario you will be expected to return it to the color it was originally.

If your property was built before 1978 there is a risk of lead based paint.  To learn more about how to protect yourself from this invisible danger read the EPA pamphlet on lead based paint.

Ben Fornshell is the newest member of the team at Condo 1 Alexandria and he is available to help you find your next residence in Alexandria and Northern VA

Check what's available now.

Here's a price report based on the last two years of sales and rentals as of 1/4/2010. Each report contains the median price along with high and low over the period. All figures are approximations and should not be used to judge final sales values.

Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, 750 to 870 sf	365,500 (350,000 to 385,000)	310-350	1700 (1550 to 1900)
Two Bedroom, 930 to 1160 sf	450,000 (378,300 to 550,000)	390 to 500	2250 (1900 to 3600)
Three Bedroom, 1605 to 1860 sf	740,000 (560,000 to 790,000)	695 to 815	3,250 (2,750 to 3,500)

Carlyle Towers is located at 2121, 2151, 2181 Jamieson Ave between Eisenhower Ave and Duke Street in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, Route 1, the GW Parkway, and 395. The three Carlyle Towers were built in the 1997, 1999, and 2001, they're a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• 24 Hour Security
• Storage Space
• Outdoor pool
• Gym
• Party Room
• Tennis Courts
• Putting greens
• Balconies
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Gas and Water utilities included in condo fee
• Electric Heat Pump
• Central A/C
• Gas Hot Water Heater
• Walking distance to Metro

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.