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Update on Investor’s opportunity – 718 Columbus St N Alexandria VA
A few months back I alerted of this great opportunity to buy two town-homes in the Parker Gray area of Old Town Alexandria owned by the City. An investor bought both town-homes for $669,000 and quickly remodeled the smaller one, 718 Columbus St N Alexandria VA. They have done a terrific job, new kitchen, open floor plan, half bath, new floors, two bedrooms and beautiful bathroom, and back yard. … [Read More...]
What a day! Georgetown Garden Tour and Embassy Tour today in DC
Can't help it but I had to see this year's Georgetown Garden tour in Washington DC. Eight magnificent houses and estates with their beautiful gardens for everyone to enjoy. If you have not been to this tour try it next year, you will not be disappointed. Wish all these fantastic tours were on different dates. You can't really attend all of them if you want to enjoy your day, so will try the … [Read More...]
Are suburbs a thing of the past?
Are Suburbs a thing of the past? Here is a fantastic article published by Arch Daily talking about the new trends and the reason for these … [Read More...]
Chinoiserie MOVED to 1325 King Street Old Town Alexandria
If you were walking around and noticed the former location for Chinoiserie vacant, don't panic. Peter still around, he just moved his store to King Street and West. This space is more fitting for his wares, wider, larger, more light and at street level, love this new location. Chinoiserie is like one of those stores in New York filled with unique items, gifts, ceramics, glass, decorative stuff … [Read More...]
Short Sale as percentage of sales by State
Great infographic by the KCM Blog Search for homes for sale in VA + DC + MD … [Read More...]
Historic Farmers’ Market – Old Town Alexandria VA
George Washington used to send the produce from Mount Vernon to be sold here. How many Farmer's markets can say that ? Connect with this piece of history while enjoying a tranquil Saturday morning in this busy plaza where people find themselves among local farmers and artists selling their wares since 1753. This is probably one of the oldest operating Farmers Market in the Nation, helping … [Read More...]
Historic Garden Week in Virginia – Alexandria Garden Tour
Every year The Hunting Creek Garden Club and The Garden Club of Alexandria organized the Historic Garden Week in Alexandria VA. Proceeds from tickets go to benefit restoration of historic gardens and landmarks in Virginia. The ticket provides admission to -this year- 6 private houses and gardens, refreshments at the … [Read More...]
5786 Crownleigh Ct, Burke VA 22015 – For Sale – $335,000 – Under Contract
3 Br/ 2 Bath End Unit For sale in Burke Lovely End Unit Town home for sale in Burke, VA. Crownleigh Place is a lovely community conveniently located. This true end unit town home VA home for sale is patiently waiting for your taste in finishes, it has the bones of a great layout, space, location and amenities, come with ideas on how to make it your own. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on … [Read More...]
1647 Francis Hammond Pkwy, Alexandria VA 22302 – For Sale – $569,500 – Under Contract
3 BR/2BA Single-family Home for Sale with Garage - Available Now! Lovely Single-family home for sale in Alexandria, VA. Albert Bryant is a lovely community conveniently located. This raised rambler Alexandria VA home for sale has a recently renovated kitchen including all new stainless steel appliances, you will also find gleaming hardwood floors through out the main level. … [Read More...]
The Adventures; Agent and Match Maker
I think it all started back in College when while talking to a friend of mine, my mind kept wandering and thinking about another friend, thinking how they would just be perfect for each other. Not sure why I thought of that, in my mind they were the "perfect match". A few months later they met by chance (wink wink) and their friendship blossomed and turned into a happy marriage, you know … [Read More...]
DC Market Stats – Median Price vs Average Days on Market 20007
We are looking at an increased days on the market but prices have shown improvement as it is supposed to at this time of the year. … [Read More...]
