Do you want to live in or near Alexandria but you want to be able to walk to the Metro? We've collected a few searches for properties with easy access to local metro stations. 
Every property featured below is within walking distance of a metro stop.
Walkability Boosts Value Post-RecessionThe proximity to a city center combined with the walkability of its neighborhood increases the value of a home. A study published last summer by C.E.O.'s for Cities examined sales of 90,000 properties in 15 markets and concluded that homes in neighborhoods with above-average walkability in cities like Charlotte, N.C., Sacramento, and San Francisco commanded as much as a $30,000 premium. Will Nesbitt of Condo Alexandria says, "There is no doubt about it. In Northern Virginia, a home or condo near the metro commands a higher price than the same home elsewhere." Measure a neighborhood's walkability with Walkscore.com. Zillow.com's Chief Economist Stan Humphries reached similar conclusions when he looked at concentric circles of major metropolitan areas. In almost all cases, walkable neighborhoods closer to the city center held their value better in the housing downturn. One anomaly is Detroit where fires, vandalism and crime have devastated neighborhoods near the city center. But generally, closer and more walkable is always better, Humphries says. "If you are a rational actor trying to maximize your dollar, you may have to pay more," he adds.
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Single Family Homes less than $350k with easy access to the metro
I just wrote this email in response to a request from a client who is referring
my services to a friend. I wrote:
If you have a friend who is looking for easy metro access, a 3 bedroom home and only wants to spend about $300k to $350k it will be tough. But here are my best suggestions: http://condos-and-homes.com/listings-amberleigh.asp
Many homes at Amberleigh are within walking distance of the Springfield Franconia
Metro. Kingstowne and Manchester Lakes might work too.
The Huntington Metro is also an option at with homes at Bucknell Manor and the Fort Hunt area. This is a traditional 1950’s neighborhood with lots of trees and good schools. Huntington Metro has 4500 parking spaces, so it’s a great metro to live close to because you can park and ride. http://fort-hunt.info/map-bucknell.asp I also like parts of Franconia near Van Dorn but there is no parking at the Van Dorn Metro. Springfield and Burke are quite suburban but there is parking at the Franconia Springfield Metro. I doubt you can find anything in Alexandria or Arlington that comes close to fitting in your budget. It’s possible to find home not far from the Vienna Metro. If you head further out towards Centreville and Oakton you can might find a home that suits you and you can drive to park at the Vienna Metro. http://www.condo-alexandria.com/vienna-metro.asp Lastly, I’ve built a page that focuses on homes that are near the metro. You might want to look this over. http://www.condos-and-homes.com/selected-search-metro.asp Sincerely,
Will Nesbitt Principal Broker
703 765 0300 Condo 1 Alexandria / Will Nesbitt Realty LLC Alexandria VA
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Rosslyn condos at a glanceRosslyn is just across the Potomac from Washington DC, couched between Georgetown and Arlington National Cemetery, with easy access to the Memorial Bridge, Key Bridge and Roosevelt Bridge. Here are few highlights from the condominiums you'll find here:
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Shorten your commute using NEXTBUS!Do you know that you can shorten your wait in the elements by relying on www.nextbus.com. This Web service provides real-time arrival information for several Northern Virginia bus systems (as well as other transit systems) and is accessible via the Web and handheld electronic devices. NextBus information is not a static schedule listing --- it is actual arrival information, updated at regular intervals. Because traffic variations, breakdowns, and day-to-day problems faced by any transit provider can interrupt service, NextBus was designed to keep you on schedule even if your bus or train isn't. From the comfort and security of a protected place, you can learn when the next bus will arrive at your stop. NextBus uses satellite technology and advanced computer modeling to track vehicles on their routes. Each vehicle is fitted with a satellite tracking system. Taking into account the actual position of the buses, their intended stops, and the typical traffic patterns, NextBus can estimate vehicle arrivals with a high degree of accuracy. This estimate is updated constantly. The predictions are then made available on the World Wide Web and to wireless devices including signs at bus stops and business, internet capable cell phones, Palm Pilots, and other Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs). Conditions can change rapidly---but keep watching NextBus and you'll always have the most current information available. Sponsored by Condo 1 Alexandria / Will Nesbitt Realty LLC Serving real estate needs of Northern VA · in Alexandria · in Arlington · in Fairfax County · | ||||||||||||||
The Astoria Condominiums in ArlingtonThe Astoria Condominiums in Arlington, Virginia, is a stately Victorian condo building in the Rosslyn area of Arlington. Located within a ten minute walk of the Rosslyn Metro on the Orange Line and within blocks of Georgetown in Washington D.C., the Astoria condominium community features 240 homes where residents enjoy a unique lifestyle with a host of convenient amenities as well. Such amenities include a swimming pool, a library, a tennis court, a club house, an exercise room, and a garden plaza. The Astoria also features 24 guest parking spaces for overnight guests, and private, reserved parking for residents. The Astoria is a mid-rise condominium situated conveniently for commuter access to many major thoroughfares including I-66, Lee Highway, the George Washington Parkway and the Key Bridge.
With a rich and long history in the greater Arlington
Area, the Astoria was included as one of the "Best Address" buildings in the Smithsonian's
book entitled Best Addresses: A Century of Washington's Distinguished Apartment Houses.
The Astoria is located at 2100 Lee Highway in Arlington,
Virginia. Between the Astoria's ultra-convenient location and its all-inclusive
amenities, the Astoria caters to the economically savvy resident seeking a high-quality
condominium with a hassle-free commute. Click here for a map
of the Astoria with properties listed for sale.
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Westbriar and Westbriar PlazaIf you'd like to learn more about Westbriar and Westbriar Plaza click here? Check what's available now. Here's a price report based on the last two years of sales and rentals.
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:
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The Vista on Courthouse CondosLocated at 12th North Court and Courthouse Road in Arlington Virginia, the Vista on Courthouse are townhouse condos stacked in a duplex-style that feature 213 condo units in a building that was originally known as Abingdon Heights. The condo units feature 2, 3 and 4 bedroom floor plans, as well as a host of specialized amenities such as spacious outdoor private terraces, hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings, stainless steel appliances, and ultra-luxurious soaking tubs in the bathrooms. In addition, the units feature granite vanity countertops in the bathrooms, two-toned interior paint, recessed, energy-efficient lighting and pendant bar lighting, as well as granite kitchen countertops and other high-end advancements. The Vista on Courthouse condos also host a private fitness center, a theater ad game room, a ground-level pool with sun deck, a grand courtyard plaza entrance, as well as beautifully landscaped grounds and park-like recreational green spaces rowed by community sidewalks. Some of the townhouses are as large as 3,200 square feet and offer private terraces. The duplex-style homes are just over 1,700 square feet in size.
The Vista on Courthouse is
perfectly suited for the busy professional because of the buildings convenient location,
just two blocks from the Arlington Courthouse
Metro, and because there is a wide-array of businesses, restaurants, and shopping
centers easily accessible within a one mile radius of these fantastic homes. This
pet-friendly and community centered residence brings the best of Arlington to
your front door and serves as the ideal for contemporary condo living in Arlington's urban Courthouse
neighborhood.
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The Byron in Falls ChurchThe Byron is an elegant, newly built condominium community located at 450 West Broad Street in Falls Church, Virginia. Developed by JPI and Nova Habitat, the Byron is a mid-rise building that includes 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units. The spacious and open floor plans feature hardwood floors, individual balconies, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, large gourmet kitchens that include a breakfast bar, walk-in closets and fireplaces. Other amenities include a fitness center, clubroom, a shuttle to the Metro, and a secured 2 car underground garage. The Byron is also an easy commute to Washington D.C. and the greater Metropolitan area via quick access to I-66 and I-495. The Byron houses 90 condo units that vary in size but all of which are considerably larger than other condos units in the surrounding areas. The 1 bedroom units that include a den are approximately 1,032 square feet; the 2 bedroom units begin at 1,661 square feet with the largest unit spanning 1,825 square feet in total; and finally, the 3 bedroom/3 bathroom units are a whopping 1,998 square feet. Because the Byron does not have a swimming pool, the condo fees for the building are considerably less than those that do. The Byron is therefore both an affordable and attractive condo community particularly when one considers the size of the units, the location of the condos, and the modern host of amenities included in each. The Byron is a new building and has already received top reviews from all around the greater Northern Virginia area, making it a smart buy for 2010.  Sponsored by Condo 1 Alexandria / Will Nesbitt Realty LLC Serving real estate needs of Northern VA · in Alexandria · in Arlington · in Fairfax County · | ||||||||||||||
An Orange Line updateAre you looking for a home or condo near the Orange Line? Below you'll find updated links to homes from Rosslyn to Vienna, with highlights at several stops. The homes are in Falls Church, Arlington and Fairfax County.
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The Jolly Green Condo?We can all agree that there are two things we all want: a little more money and a little better environment. With that in mind many communities, especially condominium complexes, are working harder than ever to--- literally--- make money grow on trees. Better than a hybrid ...
Market research and personal experience indicates that the majority of future housing demand will be found in houses, townhouses and condos where jobs and activities are close by. People need and want homes where public transportation is easily accessible. Simply by living in highly compact neighborhoods such as Rosslyn, Courthouse, and Clarendon residents contribute greatly to the cause of protecting our natural environment through reduced fossil fuel emissions. .That's right, even in extremely urban areas such as metropolitan Northern Virginia, you can do your part to keep our environment clean and green. Recycle!
Outside of Arlington, it's rare to find condominium communities in Northern Virginia that don't offer recycle bins. The economic benefits of recycling programs within a condominium community can really help our environment and our bottom line. Recycling: 
Want to help our environment? Get involved.So for all you concerned condo owners who would like to get involved and make a difference in your community, here some basic information for residents of condos regarding what you can do right now:
By demonstrating environmental leadership you can publicly show your commitment to the environment by raising the recycling bar to your condo communities' recyclable goods facility by adding mixed paper, cardboard, and yard waste to your recycling program. Your personal conviction to save to environment will increase community interest in recycling participation and because going green is the new black, you don't even have to be a tree-hugging hippie to make both your social status and the planet a little cleaner. If you're looking for a green condo in Northern Virginia, some new developments like 900 N. Washington have a environmental conscience. Contact me for details. Sponsored by Condo 1 Alexandria / Will Nesbitt Realty LLC Serving real estate needs of Northern VA · in Alexandria · in Arlington · in Fairfax County · |
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mass study of recent recycling and envori-friendly residential communities found that
people who move into compact areas have a lower carbon footprint than folks living
in outlying areas. The study refers to metropolitan residents as “green living" because
folks who walk to the metro, to shops and to work have a much reduced impact on the
environment. Common sense tells us that condo residents in compact areas will use
less fossil fuels than outliers who buy even the most efficient hybrid vehicles.
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