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alexandria virginia: Alexandrians Like Alexandria: 2009 Community Survey - 10/14/09 02:34 PM

In an effort to "measure. inform. guide.," the City of Alexandria just released its 2009 Community Survey conducted by the Center for Research and Public Policy. They interviewed 1,000 Alexandria residents between September 8 and 23rd to get their opinions on quality of life in Alexandria, reasons for living in Alexandria, strengths … (1 comments)

alexandria virginia: July 4th Fireworks -- Don't Light Your Own in Alexandria, Virginia - 06/24/09 05:00 PM

Everyone enjoys a good fireworks display for July 4th. In the D.C. area there are some great ones -- whether it's down on the National Mall, at Fort Belvoir, over the Potomac River, or in various locations throughout Northern Virginia.

However, while some jurisdictions allow people to shoot off their … (4 comments)

alexandria virginia: Alexandria Virginia Real Estate Market Snapshot Mid-December 2008 - 12/19/08 04:00 PM

Before you head off for a weekend of holiday shopping or traveling, here's a snapshot of real estate sales in Alexandria, Virginia for the last 30 days.
Alexandria, Virginia Home Sales:
Active homes for sale: 617 (includes 129 new listings in the last 30 days) Homes sold in last 30 … (2 comments)

alexandria virginia: Where Do I Go to Vote in Alexandria Virginia? - 10/28/08 04:17 PM

As you know, Virginia is one of the battleground states this year in the Presidential Election. With the election one week away and the expectations of record turnout around the state and indeed the country, many Alexandria Virginia residents are asking the question:
"Where Do I go to Vote?"
Whatever your … (6 comments)

alexandria virginia: "You've Got Too Much To Juggle!" or Why You Need to Hire an Experienced REALTOR - 07/18/08 07:46 PM

You have a career, a family, a daily commute, school, finances, friends, leisure time, hobbies, health & fitness, travel plans, etc. That's a lot of balls to keep in the air at once.
Do you really want to take on the monumental task of trying to sell your home on your … (120 comments)

alexandria virginia: LOCALISM FEATURED: Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia: "A Commuter's Dream" - 06/30/08 09:54 PM

Washington D.C. forms the center of gravity for employment in the region, whether it’s government jobs or private sector. Living close to the city has always been a desirable option for homebuyers in Northern Virginia. With gas prices soaring to over $4/gallon, the time and expense of commuting … (40 comments)

alexandria virginia: Alexandria Virginia Recognized for Promoting Affordable Housing - 05/06/08 06:50 AM

This news just in...
Alexandria, Virginia was one of six cities recognized by the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) and the U.S. Conference of Mayors as doing a great job to promote affordable housing opportunities. See the NAR press release here.
The other cities designated as 2008 Ambassador cities are Allentown, … (10 comments)

alexandria virginia: Alexandria is Cool -- That's What the Sierra Club Said - 02/15/08 05:40 PM

Hot of the heels of finding out that Alexandria, Virginia was ranked as the Most Romantic City in the United States (just in time for Valentine's Day), I've now learned that Alexandria is a "Cool City!" Yes, I've known for a while that Alexandria is a cool place to live with … (14 comments)

alexandria virginia: Proud to Be the Most Romantic City in the U.S.A. - 01/29/08 03:02 PM

Love is in the air! Literally.
Valentine's Day lurks around the corner in just over 2 weeks. Amazon.com just announced the Top 20 Most Romantic Cities in the U.S.A. Guess what? It's no surprise that the Commonwealth of Virginia tops the list with 3 cities. After all, people around the country … (23 comments)

alexandria virginia: Skip the Bookstore -- Skip on Over to Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Alexandria Library - 01/24/08 05:03 PM

Despite our fast-paced internet and television culture, Americans and Northern Virginians still enjoy cracking open a good book from time to time. The book industry is a mega-billion dollar industry with giants like Barnes & Noble, Borders Books, and online behemoth Amazon.com leading the pack. Small independent bookstores have increasingly been … (26 comments)

alexandria virginia: Another Reason to Lower Your Price and Get Your Home Sold Now: Taxes Going Up - 12/08/07 10:05 AM

Consumer Alert: In 24 days, you will net less money when you sell your Northern Virginia home. If your house is currently on the market, it may be the time to lower your price and get your home sold now before January 1, 2008.

Why?
The answer: Taxes, more specifically the grantor's tax.
It's … (30 comments)

alexandria virginia: Homes You Can Buy if You Have a Rich Uncle Die - 12/05/07 02:24 PM

Sudden windfall? A rich uncle has just left you his entire estate. How do you want to invest your newfound wealth? Consider real estate in Northern Virginia.

All kidding aside, there are 837 homes currently for sale with a pricetag of $1 million or more in Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax County. … (54 comments)

alexandria virginia: How long does it take to Sell a Home in Alexandria, Virginia? - 12/01/07 06:35 AM

If you are considering selling your home in Alexandria, Virginia, it is important for you to understand the timing of the current real estate market. Despite media reports, properties are still selling in Northern Virginia, albeit slower than in years past.
As of December 1st, 2007, the average amount of time on … (14 comments)

alexandria virginia: November Update on Cameron Station Sales - 11/28/07 10:37 AM

Summer is long gone, and the Autumn has passed by quickly. As the leaves are raked up around the Cameron Station gazebo and neighbors start decorating their homes for the holidays, it is time to have a look at how the market's doing in Cameron Station, a luxury community of townhouses, … (6 comments)

alexandria virginia: Northern Virginia Real Estate -- Available Single Family Homes for $500,000 or Less - 10/27/07 02:52 PM

People relocating to Northern Virginia often ask what type of home they can purchase in different price ranges. Other people who ask about this include current D.C. and Northern Virginia residents who have not been in the housing market for a while and potential investors from other parts of the country.
Northern … (12 comments)

alexandria virginia: Houses on a Hill: Overlook in Alexandria - 10/08/07 10:06 PM

If you've ever driven down Edsall Road heading west towards I-395, you may have noticed two entrances to a neighborhood called Overlook.

But chances are that unless you were specifically looking for a townhouse in this area of town, or you were just up for exploring and a short detour, … (13 comments)

alexandria virginia: Condo Inventory in Alexandria, Virginia - 10/01/07 07:43 AM

As of today, October 1, 2007, there are 417 condos on the market in Alexandria, Virginia. This represents 48% of the inventory of homes currently available in the City of Alexandria. During the month of September, 63 Alexandria condos sold. Over the first 3 quarters of 2007, 816 condos sold in … (1 comments)

alexandria virginia: Where the Homes Are: Current Inventory of Homes in Alexandria - 09/20/07 11:44 PM

Last week I wrote that home sales are holding steady in Alexandria, Virginia. The market has not slowed in Alexandria City as much as some other places in the Northern Virginia.
Today, I had the opportunity to attend a presentation by Christine Todd, CEO of the Northern Virginia Association of … (6 comments)

alexandria virginia: Not a Statistic to Boast About: Teen Pregnancy in Alexandria Virginia - 09/18/07 10:40 PM

Having lived and worked as a Realtor in Alexandria, Virginia for the last 6 years, I spend much of my time pointing out the highlights of our area and describing the amenities of Alexandria and the surrounding towns to potential homebuyers. I’ve even (with tongue-in-cheek) proclaimed my joy at Money Magazine’s … (9 comments)

alexandria virginia: Slow Market? No, it's Holding Steady in Alexandria, Virginia - 09/13/07 03:53 PM

Wherever I go these days, whomever I speak with, upon finding out that I am a Realtor, says the same thing "How are you doing these days? Slow market isn't it? Tough real estate market, eh?"
The facts are that the real estate market is always tough. If it isn't tough for … (7 comments)

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