Art Kruschka - Fairfax Prince William Stafford County VA Real Estate

Lake Ridge - One Car Garage Detached Home Prices Equal 2008 Level

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:21:31 -0600

Lake Ridge is one of the ten largest subdivisions in the United States.

38,000 residents
7,000 + residences
4,400 acres
1,200 acres of it are treed common ground
On the 2,100 acre Occoquan Reservoir

Lake Ridge
1 Car Garage Detached Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	54	35
Average List Price	289,029	273,541	-4%
Average Sales Price	287,412	277,086	-4%>
Seller Contribution	-7,872	-4,273	-46%
Net Sales Price	279,540	272,813	-2%

As of 11/9/2009

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COMMUTING

Express bus service to the PENTAGON and WASHINGTON, DC is available within Lake Ridge and at the entrance to Lake Ridge in the VDOT Commuter Lot
Carpools usually meet at the VDOT Commuter Lot at the entrance to Lake Ridge - see OMNIMATCH for more specific details
Slugging (some erroneously call it hitching a ride which it is) is a result of the need to use HOV lanes on the I-95 as much as possible. Commuters form a line at a designated SLUG STOP in Lake Ridge - the VDOT Commuter at the Lake Ridge entrance. For example, a driver will pull up headed for the Pentagon, but needs one more passenger to qualify for HOV-3. The first person in line going to the Pentagon will join the others in the car and away they go. It's free commuting for the slugger and gives the driver availability to HOV lanes on I-95 - win win!!
Train The Virginia Railway Express WOODBRIDGE STATION with rail service to Springfield, Crystal City and Union Station in Washington, DC is approximately a 20 minute drive from Lake Ridge in the morning rush hour. At Springfield you can switch to METRORAIL that gives you access to the entire National Capital Area subway system.
Local buses run regulary throughout the Greater Woodbridge area as well as other areas of Prince William County. Lake Ridge is one of the communities served by OMNLINK
MCB Quantico is less than 30 minutes by car
Fort Belvoir is approximately 30 minutes by car

SCHOOLS

One of the popular features about Lake Ridge is that all schools attended by Lake Ridge children are in Lake Ridge.
No elementary school is more than 5 or 6 minutes from the student's home
Antietam Elementary
Lake Ridge Elementary
Old Bridge Elementary
Rockledge Elementary
Springwoods Elementary
Lake Ridge Middle
Woodbridge Senior High School

LIBRARIES

Lake Ridge Neighborhood Library in the Fairfield Office Park
Chinn Regional Library less than 10 minutes

SHOPPING

Tacketts Mill located at the entrance to Lake Ridge was the first of the three centers. In addition to the normal complement of retail stores it includes commercial office space. It's here you'll find McDonald's, Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin Robbins
Lake Ridge Commons at Old Bridge Road and Hedges Run Drive is about midway through Lake Ridge. It has our one and only Starbucks
Festival at Old Bridge is also on Old Bridge Road near the western end of Lake Ridge at Smoketown Road. It has the Lake Ridge US Post Office Annex

RECREATION

Lake Ridge Park and Marina with boat launch to the Occoquan Reservoir, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf and picnic facilities is in Lake Ridge
Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center with year round pool, exercise facilities, racquetball courts and meeting room is approximately 10 minutes
Leesylvania State Park with boat launch to the Potomac, picnic facilities and educational programs is approximately 30 minutes
Prince William Forest Park with 37 mikes of hiking trails, 21 miles of bicycle accessible roads, cabin and tent camping is approximately 30 minutes
There is a bicycle and jogging path along the Prince William Parkway
Occoquan Regional Park with boat launch to the Occoquan River, summer boat storage,ball fields and picnic areas is approximately 15 minutes
Old Hickory Golf Club is approximately 10 minutes

The Kruschka Team has 33 years full time real estate experience in the Lake Ridge area. Contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-690-6569. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

LakeSide, Woodbridge VA - Real Estate Report as of 11/9/2009

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:04:30 -0600

LakeSide
Town Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	39	34
Average List Price	241,713	196,868	-19%
Average Sales Price	239,726	201,478	-16%
Seller Contribution	-7,676	-4.522	-35%
Net Sales Price	232,050	196,956	-15%

As of 11/9/2009

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There are 511 town homes in LakeSide (legally Prince William Commons). The subdivision has two entrances on the Prince William Parkway between Minnieville and Smoketown Roads. That all translates as CONVENIENCE and value added to real estate

Commuting

It is approximately 10 minutes to I-95 during rush hour
MCB QUANTICO is approximately 20 minutes from LakeSide
FORT BELVOIR is approximately 30 minutes
Bus service to the Pentagon/Crystal City, Washington, DC, Washington Navy Yard/Bolling AFB and the Franconia-Springfield Metrorail Staation is available at the Horner Road Commuter Parking Lot (less than 15 minutes)

Slug Lines (ride sharing) are also available at the Horner Road Commuter Parking Lot

Community

Garage and Non-Garage town homes

Very wide streets

Sidewalks throughout

Three neighborhood shopping centers within 10 minutes

Potomac Mills within 10 minutes

Schools and Library

Vaughn Elementary

Woodbridge Middle

Gar-Field Senior High

Visit Prince William County Public Schools for more detailed information

Chinn Regional Library less than 10 minutes

Recreation

Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center with year round pool, exercise facilities, racquetball courts and meeting room is approximately 10 minutes

Leesylvania State Park with boat launch to the Potomac, picnic facilities and educational programs is less than 30 minutes

Prince William Forest Park with 37 mikes of hiking trails, 21 miles of bicycle accessible roads, cabin and tent camping is less than 30 minutes

There is a bicycle and jogging path along the Prince William Parkway outside the entrance to LakeSide

Lake Ridge Park and Marina with boat launch to the Occoquan Reservoir, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf and picnic facilities is approximately 15 minutes

Occoquan Regional Park with boat launch to the Occoquan River, summer boat storage,ball fields and picnic areas is approximately 15 minutes

Old Hickory Golf Club is approximately 15 minutes

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Villamay, Alexandria VA - An Upscale Mount Vernon Subdivision

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:55:18 -0600

Villamay is an upscale, medium size subdivision of 240 homes. The community is sited between Fort Hunt Road and the George Washington Parkway which runs along the Potomac River to the Washington Estate at Mount Vernon (approximately 10 minutes south of Villamay.

All of the homes were built by Gene May in the 1960's who will be remembered for numerous real estate projects in the Washington area, but most notably Villamay in Mount Vernon and Evermay in McLean.

Community Features

Home sites range from 1/3 acre to slightly under 1/2 acre

All brick construction

Numerous, distinctive elevations

Highly customized interiors

Living areas from 1,500 to 3,000 square feet

Rolling hill terrain

Commuting Options

Fairfax Connector Route 101 on Fort Hunt Road to the Huntington Metrorail Station takes approximately 15 minutes for subway service to the Pentagon and all work centers serviced by the subway system

The Huntington Metrorail station is less than 15 minutes by car from Villamay

Metrobus Route 11Y on the George Washington Memorial Parkway provides express bus service to numerous locations in Washington, DC.

Less than 10 minutes to the Capital Beltway and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge

Approximately 10 minutes to Fort Belvoir

Approximately 15 minutes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Aitport

Ease of commuting plays an important role in the ongoing popularity of Villamay

Area Information

Belle View Shopping Center is approximately 5 minutes

West Potomac High School is approximately 7 minutes as are both the elementary and middle school

Old Town Alexandria is less than 10 minutes from Villamay

Five minutes to the year round Mount Vernon Rec Center with indoor pool and ice rink

Five minutes to the Martha Washington Library on Fort Hunt Road

Just minutes to the bike/jogging path along the Potomac River that runs from the Mount Vernon Estate to Washington, DC

Villamay is convenient to transportation, shopping, schools, recreation and Old Town Alexandria - it has all the elements of a premier community which explains why homes for sale usually sell quickly. If a Northern Virginia home purchase is in your future please try our

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Orange Hunt Estates, Springfield VA - Easy Commuing To The Pentagon

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:45:27 -0600

Showing and selling homes in Orange Hunt Estates for the past 3 decades has been a very gratifying experence for my husband and myself. The homes have continued to be popular since they were first introduced in 1967. It is due in no small part to their superior commuting (bus service to the Pentagon operates in Orange Hunt) and shopping location, outstanding schools and proximity to a multitude of recreational facilities.

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Commuting

MetrobusRoute 18H runs through the community providing both morning and evening rush hour service to the Pentagon Metro Station - it's about a 40 minute trip

Additionally, it is a relatively short drive to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station for subway service to Washington, DC and all other stations on the subway system.

It's approximately a 20 minute drive to Fort Belvoir.

The Springfield Interchange of I-95, I-395 and I-495 is approximately 15 minutes away

It's less than 10 minutes to the Fairfax County Parkway

Schools

Orange Hunt Elementary and Sangster Elementary are both located in the community generating neighborhood support.

Middle school children attend Washington Irving on Old Keene Mill Road

High School students attend West Springfield High.

Information on all these schools can be found at Fairfax County Public Schools

Additionally, Pohick Regional Library is located just outside Orange Hunt Estates at Sydenstricker and Old Keene Mill Road

Shopping

Huntsman Square - approximately 5 minutes

Burke Town Center - approximately 10 minutes

Rolling Valley Mall - approximately 10 minutes

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is approximately 15 minutes

Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center

South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is approximately 15 minutes.

Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is less than 20 mimutes

Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.

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South Run - An Outstanding Recreational Facility in Springfield VA

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:42:16 -0600

Fairfax County has a well deserved reputation for operating an excellent park system.

The rec centers are a major component of the system and are always busy. The South Run Rec Center at 7550 Reservation in Springfield is a prime example of why the reputation was earned

The 182 acre site has

Year round swimming pool

Field House

Exercise facilities

Racquetball courts

Multi-purpose rooms that can accommodate 2 to30 people

Softball and soccer fields

Paved trail to Burke Lake Park and Lake Mercer

Facility rental rates can be found at the rec center's web site

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Brooke Farm, Woodbridge VA - Homes For Sale and Real Estate Report as of 10/30/2009

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:29:51 -0500

Brooke Farm is a community of 100 six year old homes in one of the most convenient locations in Prince William County. As you exit the subdivision and turn right on Minnieville Road you are at the Tackett's Mill Commuter Parking Lot at Minnieville and Old Bridge Roads.

Brooke Farm
Detached Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 9 6

Average List Price 429,189 348,350 -19%

Average Sales Price 396,300 342,000 -14%

Seller Contribution -6,145 -5,108 -17%

Net Sales Price 390,155 336,892 -14%

As of 10/30/2009

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Commuting (This is where Brooke Farm really shines)

Tacketts Mill Commuter Parking Lot is less than 5 minutes

Commuter buse from Tacketts Mill operate to the PENTAGON and WASHINGTON, DC

SLUG LINES are also available at the Tacketts Mill Lot

About 10 to 15 minutes to the VIRGINIA RAILWAY EXPRESS WOODBRIDGE STATION

MCB QUANTICO is approximately20 minutes south against the traffic flow on I-95

Fort Belvoir is approximately a 25 minute drive during rush hour

Schools and Library

Occoquan ES

Woodbridge MS

Woodbridge High

See Prince William County Public Schools for more detailed information

Chinn Regional Library less than 10 minutes

Lake Ridge Neighborhood Library across Minneville Road in the Fairfield Office Park

Community

Tacketts Mill Shopping Center less than 5 minutes on the other side of Minnieville Road

Underground Utilities

Large lots

Beautifully maintained community

Professional and doctor's offices in the Lake Ridge Executive Park at Minnieville and Old Bridge Roads

Recreation

Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center with year round pool, exercise facilities, racquetball courts and meeting room is approximately 10 minutes

Leesylvania State Park with boat launch to the Potomac, picnic facilities and educational programs is less than 30 minutes

Prince William Forest Park with 37 mikes of hiking trails, 21 miles of bicycle accessible roads, cabin and tent camping is less than 30 minutes

There is a bicycle and jogging path along the Prince William Parkway

Lake Ridge Park and Marina with boat launch to the Occoquan Reservoir, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf and picnic facilities is approximately 15 minutes

Occoquan Regional Park with boat launch to the Occoquan River, summer boat storage,ball fields and picnic areas is approximately 15 minutes

The Kruschka Team has 33 years full time experience in the Woodbridge area. Contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-690-6569. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

The Oaklands, Manassas VA - Homes For Sale and Real Estate Report as of 10/30/2009

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:15:29 -0500

Entrance to The Oaklands is on Hoadly Road about halfway between The Prince William County Parkway and Dale Boulevard. The homes are approximately 6 years old

The Oaklands
Detached Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 15 6

Average List Price 295,823 272,958 -8%

Average Sales Price 289,080 279,000 -3%

Seller Contribution -6,716 -9,079 +35%

Net Sales Price 282,364 269,921 -4%

As of 10/30/2009

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Commuting

Commuter buses to the PENTAGON, WASHINGTON, DC and the WASHINGTON NAVY YARD/BOLLING AFB are located at the Lindendale Road Commuter Lot (Approximately 10 minutes)

Bus service to the FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRO is available at the Horner Road Commuter Parking Lot

SLUG LINES can be found at the Horner Road Commuter Parking Lot

MCB QUANTICO is approximately 20 minutes from The Oaklands

Both the Prince William Parkway and Dumfries Road (Route 234) are each less than 10 minutes from The Oaklands.

Schools and Library

Marshall Elementary

Benton Middle

Osbourn Park High

See Prince William County Schools for more detailed information

Chinn Regional Library less than 10 minutes

Community Features

One and two car models on 7,000 square foot lots.

Three or four bedrooms homes with anywhere from 2 to 3.5 baths.

Sidewalks on both sides of the street

Concrete driveways.

Shopping

Between two neighborhood shopping centers, Hoadly Road Marketplace and The Shops at County Center

Ten minutes or less to Mapledale Plaza on Dale Boulevard

Recreation

Water Works Waterpark is located on Dale Boulevard

Prince William Indoor Ice Rink is also located on Dale Boulevard

Prince William Forest Park with 37 mikes of hiking trails, 21 miles of bicycle accessible roads, cabin and tent camping is less than 30 minutes

Leesylvania State Park with boat launch to the Potomac, picnic facilities and educational programs is less than 30 minutes

Lake Ridge Park and Marina with boat launch to the Occoquan Reservoir, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf and picnic facilities is approximately 15 minutes

Occoquan Regional Park with boat launch to the Occoquan River, summer boat storage,ball fields and picnic areas is approximately 20 minutes

Old Hickory Golf Club is approximately 15 minutes

Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center with year round pool, exercise facilities, racquetball courts and meeting room is approximately 10 to 15 minutes

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Winding Creek, Woodbridge VA - Homes For Sale and Real Estate Report as of 10/30/2009

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:03:22 -0500

There are 400 homes in Winding Creek. It has two entrances on Minnieville Road and is approximately 5 miles west of I-95. Its' central location in eastern Prince William County makes it an ideal location for ease of commuting throughout Northern Virginia.

Winding Creek
Detached Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 15 9

Average List Price 356,920 335,678 -6%

Average Sales Price 339,233 337,611 0%

Seller Contribution -6,207 -6,225 0%

Net Sales Price 333,026 331,385 -1%

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Community Advantages

Pool and tennis club

Large usable lots

Underground utilities

Sidewalks

Wide streets

Fortuna Village Shopping Center is approximately 10 minutes. Lake Montclair Center and Staples Mill Center are approximately 5 minutes

Well maintained homes

Numerous home styles to prevent the "cookie cutter" look

Planned community activities

Commuting Options

Commuter buses to the PENTAGON, WASHINGTON, DC and the WASHINGTON NAVY YARD/BOLLING AFB are located at Dale Boulevard and Minnieville Road (Approximately 10 minutes)

Bus service to the FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRO is available at the Horner Road Commuter Parking Lot

SLUG LINES can be found at the Horner Road Commuter Parking Lot

MCB QUANTICO is approximately 15 minutes from Winding Creek

Schools and Libraries

Ashland Elementary

Benton Middle

Hylton High

Dale City Neighborhood Library is located in the Center Plaza Shopping Center

Chinn Regional Library less than 20 minutes

Recreation

Dale City Rec Center located on Minnieville Road with year round pool, fitness center and other recreational activities including an outdoor baseball batting cage.

Water Works Waterpark is located on Dale Boulevard in Dale City

Prince William Indoor Ice Rink is also located on Dale Boulevard

Prince William Forest Park with 37 mikes of hiking trails, 21 miles of bicycle accessible roads, cabin and tent camping is approximately 20 minutes

Leesylvania State Park with boat launch to the Potomac, picnic facilities and educational programs is less than 30 minutes

Lake Ridge Park and Marina with boat launch to the Occoquan Reservoir, 9-hole golf course, miniature golf and picnic facilities is approximately 20 minutes

Occoquan Regional Park with boat launch to the Occoquan River, summer boat storage,ball fields and picnic areas is approximately 25 minutes

Old Hickory Golf Club is approximately 20 minutes

Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center with year round pool, exercise facilities, racquetball courts and meeting room is approximately 15 minutes

The Kruschka Team has 33 years full time experience in the Dale City/Woodbridge area. Contact Karen and Art at 703-690-6569. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

Ashland, Manassas VA - Homes For Sale and Real Estate Report as of 10/30/2009

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:53:54 -0500

Ashland is a lovely community of 880 homes (detached homes and town homes) just east of Minnieville Road with two entrances on Dumfries Road (Route 234). It's approximately three miles to I-95.

Ashland
Detached Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 23 23

Average List Price 449,167 420,133 -6%

Average Sales Price 434,587 411,497 -5%

Seller Contribution -9,372 -7,489 -20%

Net Sales Price 425,215 404,008 -5%

As of 10/30/2009/2009

Ashland
Town Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 4 1

Average List Price 254,700 190,000 NA

Average Sales Price 250,750 160,000 NA

Seller Contribution 5,563 0 NA

Net Sales Price 245,187 160,000 NA

As of 10/30/2009

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Commuting

Short trip to the commuter parking lot at Route 234 and US 1 to board the express commuter bus to the PENTAGON and WASHINGTON, DC

The same parking lot is home to a SLUG LINE with rideshare opportunities to both the Pentagon and Washington, DC locations

Approximately 15 minutes to MCB Quantico

I-66 is approximately than 20 minutes to the west

Schools

Ashland Elementary is in the subdivision

Benton Middle School is approximately 10 minutes

Forest Park High is less than 10 minutes

Ashland Community Advantages

Clubhouse with pool and tennis

Shopping at two nearby locations, Lake Montclair Center and Fortuna Village Center

Immaculately maintained community

Well planned with many different home elevations to avoid the "cookie cutter" look

Underground utilities

Sidewalks

Planned activities

LEESYLVANIA STATE PARK with boat launch to the Potomac River, summer boat storage and picnic facilities is approximately 20 minutes from Ashland.

PRINCE WILLIAM FOREST PARK 15,000 acre National Park with 37 miles of hiking trails, 21 miles of bicycle accessible roads, cabin rental, camping and fishing is approximately 15 minutes from Ashland

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Hunter's Ridge, Manassas Va - Home Prices Up 2% Over 2008

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:42:46 -0500

Hunter's Ridge is a community of large homes on 1+ acre lots located west of Hoadly Road along the Prince William County Parkway. Hunter's Ridge homes are on both sides of the Parkway and are approximately 11 years old.

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Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 5 4

Average List Price 515,360 510,790,12525 -1%

Average Sales Price 488,130 497,250 +2%

Seller Contribution -7,840 -7,125 -9%

Net Sales Price 480,290 490,125 +2%

As of 10/30/2009

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Commuting

It's approximately 15 minutes to Lake Ridge for commuter buses to the Pentagon and Washington, DC

Slug Lines (ride share) are also available in Lake Ridge at the Tackett's Mill shopping Center

Obviously, being located on the Prince William County Parkway facilitates travel westerly to Manassas and in an easterly direction to I-95

MCB Quantico is within 30 minutes

Schools

Signal Hill Elementary

Benton Middle School

Osbourn Park High School

Chinn Regional Library is approximately 10 minutes away

Community

Old Hickory Golf Club is approximately 10 minutes

Lake Ridge Park, Marina and 9 Hole Golf Course is approximately 15 minutes from Hunter's Ridge

There is a bike/jogging path along the Prince William County Parkway from Woodbridge to Manassas

Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center with indoor pool, exercise facilities, racquetball courts and meeting rooms is within 10 minutes

The two closest shopping centers are the Shops at County Center (minutes) on Hoadly Road and The Glen (10 minutes) at the intersection of Old Bridge Road and the Prince William County Parkway

The Kruschka Team has 33 years full time experience in the Prince William County area. Contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-690-6569. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

Inlet Cove, Lorton VA - Deatched Home Real Estate Report as of 10/25/2009

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:21:14 -0500

Strange as it may seem the postal address of Inlet Cove is Fort Belvoir, Virginia 22060. It is just 1 mile south of the main gate of Fort Belvoir between the Fairfax County Parkway and Telegraph Road and abuts the southwestern section of Fort Belvoir.

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Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 9 5

Average List Price 555,639 505,930 -9%

Average Sales Price 535,936 507,000 -5%

Seller Contribution -8,328 -8,055 -3%%

Net Sales Price 527,628 498,945 -5%

As of 10/25/2009

Community Features

It is a 40 acre planned community with 148 detached homes and 108 town homes.

There is a pool, clubhouse, tot lot, playground and interconnecting walkways in the community.

When you pull out of the subdivision onto the Richmond Highway you are literally looking at the trees of the southern section of Fort Belvoir. The trees of the post are on your left and right as you drive north.

If you are active duty or retired the Fort Belvoir Commissary is within 10 minutes

The Gunston Plaza Shopping is less than 10 minutes south.

For real serious shopping Springfield Mall is only 15 minutes away.

Recreation

Pohick Bay Public Golf Course (approximately 10 minutes away)

Pohick Bay Regional Park ( next to the golf course) Pitates Cove Pool, boat launching, fishing, small boat rental, camping , cabin rental, shelter rental

Mason Neck State Park (at the eastern end of Mason Neck) wildlife preserve with trails and educational programs.

Commuting

Fort Belvoir - it's less than 10 minutes to the Pence Gate

Virginia Railway Express - the Lorton Station is less than 10 minutes to the south of Inlet Cove with service to Washington, DC

Fairfax County Connector Bus Route 171 (at the VRE Lorton Station) service to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station for service to the Pentagon and Washington, DC

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Inlet Cove Lorton VA - Town Home Real Estate Report as of 10/25/2009

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:37:27 -0500

Strange as it may seem the postal address of Inlet Cove is Fort Belvoir, Virginia 22060. It is just 1 mile south of the main gate of Fort Belvoir between the Fairfax County Parkway and Telegraph Road and abuts the southwestern section of Fort Belvoir.

Inlet Cove
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Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 0 5

Average List Price 0 494,940 NA

Average Sales Price 0 467,500 NA

Seller Contribution 0 8,009 NA

Net Sales Price 0 459,491 NA

As of 10/25/2009

Community Features

It is a 40 acre planned community with 148 detached homes and 108 town homes.

There is a pool, clubhouse, tot lot, playground and interconnecting walkways in the community.

When you pull out of the subdivision onto the Richmond Highway you are literally looking at the trees of the southern section of Fort Belvoir. The trees of the post are on your left and right as you drive north.

If you are active duty or retired the Fort Belvoir Commissary is within 10 minutes

The Gunston Plaza Shopping is less than 10 minutes south.

For real serious shopping Springfield Mall is only 15 minutes away.

Recreation

Pohick Bay Public Golf Course (approximately 10 minutes away)

Pohick Bay Regional Park ( next to the golf course) Pitates Cove Pool, boat launching, fishing, small boat rental, camping , cabin rental, shelter rental

Mason Neck State Park (at the eastern end of Mason Neck) wildlife preserve with trails and educational programs.

Commuting

Fort Belvoir - it's less than 10 minutes to the Pence Gate

Virginia Railway Express - the Lorton Station is less than 10 minutes to the south of Inlet Cove with service to Washington, DC

Fairfax County Connector Bus Route 171 (at the VRE Lorton Station) service to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station for service to the Pentagon and Washington, DC

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How To Modify A Home Picture To Improve "Curb Appeal"

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:15:02 -0500

My wife, Karen, did an outstanding job of writing this tutorial - I decided to reblog it for the benefit of those who may have missed it earlier
Via Karen Kruschka - Fairfax Prince William Stafford County VA Real Estate Service (Long & Foster America's #1 Privately Owned Real Estate Co.):
When I say improve curb appeal I do not mean

Altering featutres of the home or

Adding and deleting plants, trees, high tension lines or anything else that would be deceptive.

However, I take photos on cloudy or rainy days - my schedule does not give me the luxury to only take photos of homes on sunny days with a beautiful blue sky filled with clouds. The photo below is a prime example - the row of town homes appears as bleak as the day the photo was taken. They certainly will not enhance the appearance of an MLS entry or a blog about the subdivision

Take a look at the photo below. I did not make any enhancements to the photo above except to add blue sky and clouds that we have on file Everything other than the sky is exactly the same as it was in the photo above. I didn't even edit out the newspaper on the right hand side of the photo

Is it unethical? Absolutely not

Mother Nature would have come by in a day or two to add the blue sky and clouds.

I just made it look as though she had already been there before I took the photo.

There is no place in the US that only has gray skies

I believe more people would be attracted to the lower photo as opposed to the original photo above. The simple addition of blue sky even had a positive effect on the other colors in the photo.

We have the option to submit our own photos to our MLS. Some of them look like the one above. I prefer to take my own photos and have "blue skies smiling at me".

The good news is that it took less than 10 minutes with four simple steps to make the change.

Although there any number of photo editing software programs available we find Adobe Photoshop Ekemernts 7 the most user friendly for us. The four steps we use can be found in "The Photoshop Elements 7 Book" by Scott Kelby and Matt Kloskowski. All of the photo editing ideas in the book are far simpler than the instructions that accompany the sotware.

Step One:

Open a photo that needs the addition of a blue sky.

Step Two:

Type W to

select the Magic Wand Tool

Click in the area that needs blue sky and release - the tool will do the rest selecting the entire gray area.

Do nothing further with the photo

Step Three:

Open a stored blue sky photo

Under Select choose All

Under Edit choose Copy

Close out of the blue sky photo

Step4:

Since you closed out the blue sky photo the original photo will reappear

On the Layer palette choose New

Go to Edit and choose Paste into Selection

Press Ctrl-D to Deselect

Voila!!!! Just go to File and Save As

Saratoga, Springfield VA - Town Home Real Estate Report as of 10/22/2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:48:47 -0500

Wills and VanMetre started construction of Saratoga in mid-1972. Many of the innovative community features they offered are still available today in most planned communities.

Saratoga
Town Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 33 14

Average List Price 280,747 237,993 -15%

Average Sales Price 274,294 239,036 -13%

Seller Contribution -7,684 -4,520 -41%

Net Sales Price 266,610 234,516/td> -12%

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Commuting

Fairfax County Connector Route 304 service to the Franconia-Springfield Metrorail Station for commuting to the Pentagon, Alexandria, Washington, DC and all National Capital Area wotk centers that can be accessed by Metrorail

Approximately 15 minutes to Fort Belvoir

Less than 10 minutes to the Fairfax County Parkway for east-west cross county travel

Schools

Saratoga is in the Lee High School Pyramid You can locate schools for a specific address at Fairfax County Public School Locator

Pohick Regional Libraryis approximately 15 minutes from Saratoga

Lorton Libraryis also approximately 15 minutes from Saratoga

Shopping

Although there are other shopping centers within 15 minutes Saratoga Center is conveniently located in the community

Recreation

Saratoga has its' own pool centrally located in the community

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is within 20 minutes

Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center

South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 10 minutes. It has a connecting trail to Burke Lake Park

Burke Lake Parkwith golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 10 mimutes

Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.

Pohick Bay Golf Course - an 18-hole public course is approximately 15 minutes

Pohick Bay Park with boat launch to the Potomac River, camping and picnic facilities is approximately 15 minutes

Laurel Hill Golf Course - 18-hole public is approximately 15 minutes

Additionally, it is one of the few subdivisions that has large ramblers as well as colonial, split level homes and both contemporary and traditional style town homes. Wills and VanMetre Saratoga Square has lovely rental units.

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Saratoga, Springfield VA - 2009 Sales Prices = 2008 Sales Prices as of 10/22/2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:38:48 -0500

Wills and VanMetre started construction of Saratoga in mid-1972. Many of the innovative community features they offered are still available today in most planned communities.

Saratoga
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Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 33 16

Average List Price 439,696 442,502 0%

Average Sales Price 429,391 429,345 0%

Seller Contribution -8,827 -9,520 +8%

Net Sales Price 420,564 419,825 0%

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Commuting

Fairfax County Connector Route 304 service to the Franconia-Springfield Metrorail Station for commuting to the Pentagon, Alexandria, Washington, DC and all National Capital Area wotk centers that can be accessed by Metrorail

Approximately 15 minutes to Fort Belvoir

Less than 10 minutes to the Fairfax County Parkway for east-west cross county travel

Schools

Saratoga is in the Lee High School Pyramid You can locate schools for a specific address at Fairfax County Public School Locator

Pohick Regional Libraryis approximately 15 minutes from Saratoga

Lorton Libraryis also approximately 15 minutes from Saratoga

Shopping

Although there are other shopping centers within 15 minutes Saratoga Center is conveniently located in the community

Recreation

Saratoga has its' own pool centrally located in the community

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is within 20 minutes

Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center

South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 10 minutes. It has a connecting trail to Burke Lake Park

Burke Lake Parkwith golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 10 mimutes

Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.

Pohick Bay Golf Course - an 18-hole public course is approximately 15 minutes

Pohick Bay Park with boat launch to the Potomac River, camping and picnic facilities is approximately 15 minutes

Laurel Hill Golf Course - 18-hole public is approximately 15 minutes

Additionally, it is one of the few subdivisions that has large ramblers as well as colonial, split level homes and both contemporary and traditional style town homes. Wills and VanMetre Saratoga Square has lovely rental units.

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South Run Forest, Springfield VA - Real Estate Report as of 10/22/2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:24:59 -0500

South Run Forest is a community of 335 detached homes with two entrances - one at The Fairfax County Parkway and the other on Hooes Road.

South Run Forest
Detached Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 9 9

Average List Price 687,239 647,917 -6%

Average Sales Price 669,778 620,566 -7%

Seller Contribution -7,204 -6,017 -16%

Net Sales Price 662,574 614,539 -4%

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One of the most attractive features about South Run Forest in Springfield is the availability of excellent commuting options to the Pentagon, Alexandria, Arlington and all Washington, DC employment centers

The primary entrance is on the Fairfax County Parkway and it is

Approximately 10 mimutes to the intersection of Rolling and Old Keene Mill Roads.

Metrobus Route 18R operates on The Fairfax County Parkway for a 10 minute trip to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station with service to all Metrorail stations throughout the National Capital Area

You can take advantage of the Slug Line at Sydenstricker and Hooes for free carpooling to the Pentagon and Washington, DC

Fort Belvoir is approximately 20 minutes by car.

Schools

The homes are in the Lake Braddock Secondary School Pyramid You can locate schools for a specific address at Fairfax County Public School Locator

Approximately 10 minutes from the Pohick Regional Library.

Burke Lake Park is less than 10 minutes away with golf, camping, boat rentals and picnic facilities plus a carousel and miniature train ride.

Shopping

Four Neighborhood Shopping Centers are within 10 to 15 minutes. Huntsman Square is at Huntsman Boulevard and the Fairfax County Parkway while Old Keene Mill Center, Cardinal Forest Plaza and West Springfield Center are at Old Keene Mill and Rolling Roads.

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is approximately 20 minutes

Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center

South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 5 minutes. It has a connecting trail to Burke Lake Park

Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 10 mimutes

Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.

Pohick Bay Golf Course - an 18-hole public course is approximately 20 minutes

Pohick Bay Park with boat launch to the Potomac River, camping and picnic facilities is approximately 20 minutes

Laurel Hill Golf Course - 18-hole public is approximately 10 minutes

Comparable Communities
Cardinal Forest
Charlestown
Middle Valley

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Somerset at South Run, Springfield VA - Real Estate Report as of 10/22/2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:09:39 -0500

When it comes to cozy town home communities that are conveniently located then you will definitely want to see Somerset At South Run. There are only 123 homes, some of which have one car garages.

Why are they so cozy and convenient?

They are in a wooded complex that borders Lake Merced

The Fairfax County Parkway is less than 5 minutes from the homes

Somerset at South Run
Town Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

2008 2009 +/- %

Number of Homes 4 6

Average List Price 469,750 439,817 -6%

Average Sales Price 436,250 431,842 -1%

Seller Contribution -1,500 -2,397 +60%

Net Sales Price 434,750 429,444 -1%

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Commuting

Fairfax Connector Bus Route 305 can be boarded at the Hooes Road entrance to Somerset at South Run with service to the Franconia-Springfield Metrorail station (schedule time is 20 minutes) Metrorail service facilitates commuting to the Pentagon, Washington, DC and all National Capital Area work centers with subway access.

Proximity to the Fairfax County Parkway offers east-west cross county commuting options - the Springfield Interchange is approximately 15 minutes from Somerset at South Run

Fort Belvoir is approximately 20 minutes away via Rolling Road or Pohick Road to US1

Schools and Library

Somerset at South Run homes are in the Lake Braddock Secondary School Pyramid You can locate the scholls for a specific address at Fairfax County Public School Locator

Pohick Regional Library is within 15 minutes

Shopping

Huntsman Square Shopping Center is approximately 5 minutes away at the corner of the Fairfax County Parkway and Huntsman Boulevard

Saratoga Shopping Center and Rolling Valley Mall are within 15 minutes

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is approximately 15 minutes

Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center

South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 5 minutes. It has a connecting trail to Burke Lake Park

Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 10 mimutes

Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.

Pohick Bay Golf Course - an 18-hole public course is approximately 20 minutes

Pohick Bay Park with boat launch to the Potomac River, camping and picnic facilities is approximately 20 minutes

Laurel Hill Golf Course - 18-hole public is approximately 10 minutes

Finally, you can just grab your fishing pole and walk over to Lake Merced

Comparable Communities
Westwater Point
Charlestown

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Lakewood Hills, Springfield VA - 2009 Prices = to 2008 Prices as of 10/21/2009

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:42:43 -0500

Lakewood Hills is an extremely convenient Springfield location just off the Fairfax County Parkway between Hooes Road and Huntsman Boulevard.

Lakewood Hills
Detached Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	38	28
Average List Price	531,604	530,132	0%
Average Sales Price	519,552	520,233	0%
Seller Contribution	-5,725	-4,040	-29%
Net Sales Price	513,827	516,193	0%

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Commuting

The Gambrill Road Park and Ride Lot is less than 10 minutes away at the Gambrill Road exit on the Fairfax County Parkway. You can board Fairfax County Connector Route 305 to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station for your trip to the Pentagon, Alexandria, Washington, DC or any other point in the Metrorail system
Slug Lines form at the Sydenstricker commuter lot - the link will show you its' location - it is less than 10 minutes from Lake Forest. Riders are sought for the Pentagon and Rosslyn
Fort Belvoir is approximately 30 minues via the Fairfax County Parkway and Rolling Road or Pohick Road

Schools and Library

The subdivision is in the West Springfield High School Pyramid You can locate the schools for a specific address at Fairfax County Public School Locator
Pohick Regional Library is no more than 15 minutes from the subdivision.

Shopping

Huntsman Square Shopping Center is only minutes away at Huntsman Boulevard on the Fairfax County Parkway

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is approximately 20 minutes
Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center
South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 5 minutes. It has a connecting trail to Burke Lake Park
Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 10 mimutes
Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 20 minutes.
Pohick Bay Golf Course - an 18-hole public course is approximately 20 minutes
Pohick Bay Park with boat launch to the Potomac River, camping and picnic facilities is approximately 20 minutes
Laurel Hill Golf Course - 18-hole public is approximately 10 minutes

Comparable Communities
Cardinal Forest
Charlestown
Middle Valley

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West Springfield Village, Springfield VA - Real Estate Report as of 10/21/2009

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:33:23 -0500

West Springfield Village is located on Rolling Road approximately halfway between Old Keene Mill Road and the Fairfax County Parkway. The 426 homes in the subdivision are one of the original Springfield communities built by Richmarr in the period between 1960 and 1980.

West Springfield Village
Real Estate Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	21	13
Average List Price	389,344	418,424	+8%
Average Sales Price	380,236	416,342	+10%
Seller Contribution	-7,946	-7,832	-1%
Net Sales Price	372,290	408,610	+10%

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Commuting

It is about a 15 minute drive to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station. Proximity to the Franconia-Springfiled Metro makes it an ideal location for commuting to the Pentagon, Washington, DC and all National Capital Area work centers
Fairfax County Commuter Bus #310 to the Franconia-Springfield Metro is available 7 DAYS A WEEK on Old Keene Mill Road at Rolling Road
The Cardinal Plaza Slug Line (on Old Keene Mill Road just east of Rolling Road) has service to all DC locations and the Pentagon
Metrobus Route 18H provides Pentagon service on Rolling Road at Greely Boulevard - the trip is approximately 25 minutes
Fort Belvoir is approximately 15 minutes via Rolling Road to US1

Schools and Library

Children are in the West Springfield High School Pyramid. You can locate the schools for a specific address at Fairfax County Public School Locator
Approximately 10 minutes from the Pohick Regional Library

Shopping

Two neighborhood shopping centers, Old Keene Mill Center and Cardinal Forest Plaza are approximately 5 minutes from West Springfield Village at the intersection of Old Keene Mill and Rolling Roads - one has Whole Foods and the other has Giant Foods

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is approximately 15 minutes
Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center
South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 15 minutes. It has a connecting trail to Burke Lake Park
Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 15 mimutes
Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.
Pohick Bay Golf Course - an 18-hole public course is approximately 15 minutes
Pohick Bay Park with boat launch to the Potomac River, camping and picnic facilities is approximately 15 minutes
Laurel Hill Golf Course - 18-hole public is approximately 15 minutes

Also see NEWINGTON FOREST

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Millwood Estates, Springfield VA - Real Estate Report as of 10/21/2009

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:27:45 -0500

For those who prefer the neighborly atmosphere of a smaller community then Millwood Estates is a Springfield location you should consider. The 80 homes are conveniently located on Old Keene Mill Road at Rolling Road. As you can see by the pictures below Millwood is one very well maintained community

Millwood Estates
Town Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	3	2
Average List Price	444,408	387,400	-13%
Average Sales Price	433,833	387,500	-11%
Seller Contribution	-9,963	-3,500	-80%
Net Sales Price	423,870	364,00	-14%

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Commuting

It is about a 15 minute drive to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station. Proximity to the Franconia-Springfiled Metro makes it an ideal location for commuting to the Pentagon, Washington, DC and all National Capital Area work centers
Fairfax County Commuter Bus #310 to the Franconia-Springfield Metro is available 7 DAYS A WEEK on OLD KEENE MILL ROAD.
The Cardinal Plaza Slug Line (across the street) has service to all DC locations and the Pentagon
Metrobus Route 18P provides Pentagon service on Rolling Road
Fort Belvoir is approximately 15 minutes via Rolling Road to US1

Schools and Library

Children are in the West Springfield High School Pyramid. You can locate the schools for a specific address at Fairfax County Public School Locator
Approximately 10 minutes from the Pohick Regional Library

Shopping

Two neighborhood shopping centers, Old Keene Mill Center and Cardinal Forest Plaza are across the street from Millwood at the intersection of Old Keene Mill and Rolling Roads - one has Whole Foods and the other has Giant Foods

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is within 15 minutes
Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center
South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 15 minutes. It has a connecting trail to Burke Lake Park
Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 15 mimutes
Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.
Pohick Bay Golf Course - an 18-hole public course is approximately 20 minutes
Pohick Bay Park with boat launch to the Potomac River, camping and picnic facilities is approximately 20 minutes
Laurel Hill Golf Course - 18-hole public is approximately 15 minutes

Comparable Town Home Communities
Rhygate
Charlestown
Greentree Village

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Rhygate, Springfield VA - Real Estate Report as of 10/12/2009

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:23:57 -0500

Rhygate is a community of 100 gorgeous townhomes on Rolling Road about one block south of Old Keene Mill Road - it adjoins Springfield Golf and Country Club.

These Carr homes were built in the mid 1970's.
They are all brick
Several have a garage
The community is immaculate and very well groomed

Rhygate
Town Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	3	1
Average List Price	389,267	425,000	+9%
Average Sales Price	362,667	416,000	+15%
Seller Contribution	-7,374	0	NA
Net Sales Price	355,293	416,000	+17%

As of 10/12/2009

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Commuting

Metrobus Routes 18H, 18P and 18S (30 minute express to the Pentagon Metro) can be boarded at Rolling and Old Keene Mill Roads
Fairfax Connector Route 310 to the Franconia-Springfield Metrorail Station (a 20 minute ride) is available at Old Keene Mill and Rolling Roads
Slug Lines are also available at Old Keene Mill and Rolling Roads
The Fairfax County Parkway is less than 10 minutes away south on Rolling Road
It's also less than 20 minutes to Fort Belvoir via Rolling Road
The Springfield Interchange (I-95, I-395 and I-495) are within 15 minutes via Old Keene Mill Road

Schools and Library

West Springfield Elementary is less than 10 minutes
Washington Irving Middle School is less than 10 minutes
West Springfield High School is less than 10 minutes
Pohick Regional Library is less than 10 mimutes

Shopping

Cardinal Plaza (Giant) and Old Keene Mill Shopping Center (Whole Foods) are less than 5 minutes away at Old Keene Mill and Rolling Roads

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is approximately 10 minutes
Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park is next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center
South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 15 minutes.
Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 20 mimutes
Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.

Comparable Town Home Communities
Greentree Village
Charlestown
Millwood Estates

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Charlestown, Springfield VA - Real Estate Report as of 10/12/2009

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:11:56 -0500

Charlestown is a highly desireable and sought after town home community in the heart of Springfield

The homes and yard enclosures are all brick.
There are 497 homes that were
Built between 1968 and 1973
Finished liviing area ranges from 1,320 square feet to 1,798 square feet
A very active homeowner's association can take credit for the excellent appearance of the community - the proof is in the pictures below

Charlestown
Town Home Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	15	13
Average List Price	394,610	365,030	-8%
Average Sales Price	377,067	355,288	-6%
Seller Contribution	-4,818	-6,300	+31%
Net Sales Price	372,249	348,988	-6%

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Commuting

Metrobus Route 18G Express Service to the Pentagon Metro Station operates on Forrester Boulevard The scheduled time to the Pentagon is 30 minutes This would be a good transfer point if you are continuing on to Washington, DC
Fort Belvoir is approximately 15 minutes south via Rolling Road to US 1.
Slug Lines are available on Old Keene Mill Road across from Cardinal Forest Plaza

Schools and Library

Cardinal Forest Elementary
Washington Irving Middle School
West Springfield High School
Pohick Regional Library is about 15 minutes away at Old Keene Mill and Sydenstricker Roads

Shopping

Shopping is nearby at either Cardinal Forest Plaza or Old Keene Mill Center at Old Keene Mill and Rolling Roads.

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is within 15 minutes
Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center
South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is within approximately 15 minutes.
Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is approximately 20 mimutes
Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is approximately 15 minutes.

Comparable Town Home Communities
Greentree Village
Rhygate
Millwood Estates

The Kruschka Team has 33 years full time experience in the Springfield area. Contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-690-6569. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

Townes of Orange Hunt, Springfield VA - Real Estate Report as of 10/12/2009

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The Townes of Orange Hunt homes have continued to be popular since they were first introduced. There are several reasons. They are all brick, have a superior commuting and shopping location, outstanding schools and proximity to a multitude of recreational facilities. Additionally, there are large courtyards throughout the community minimizing the proximity one normally associates with town homes.

Townes of Orange Hunt
Market Report

Homes Sold and Settled
Year-To-Date 2009 Vs. Total Year 2008

	2008	2009	+/- %
Number of Homes	7	6
Average List Price	300,312	266,012	-11%
Average Sales Price	297,143	262,930	-12%
Seller Contribution	-8,263	-5,325	-36%
Net Sales Price	288,880	257,605	-11%

As of 10/12/2009

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Commuting

MetrobusRoute 18H runs through the community providing both morning and evening rush hour service to the Pentagon Metro Station - it's about a 40 minute trip
Additionally, it is a relatively short drive to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station for subway service to Washington, DC and all other stations on the subway system.
It's approximately a 20 minute drive to Fort Belvoir.
The Springfield Interchange of I-95, I-395 and I-495 is approximately 15 minutes away
It's less than 10 minutes to the Fairfax County Parkway

Schools

Orange Hunt Elementary is just a few minutes up the road on Sydenstricker Road
Middle school children attend Washington Irving on Old Keene Mill Road
High School students attend West Springfield High.
Information on all these schools can be found at Fairfax County Public Schools
Additionally, Pohick Regional Library is located just outside Townes of Orange Hunt at Sydenstricker and Old Keene Mill Road

Shopping

Huntsman Square - approximately 5 minutes
Burke Town Center - approximately 10 minutes
Rolling Valley Mall - approximately 10 minutes

Recreation

Audrey Moore Rec Center in Wakefield Park with its year round pool and gymnasium plus a myriad of other sports and activities is approximately 20 minutes
Wakefield Skate Park is also in Wakefield Park next to the Audrey Moore Rec Center
South Run Rec Center with year round pool, exercise facilities and other activities is approximately 15 minutes.
Burke Lake Park with golf course, camping, picnic areas, small boat rental, fishing, carousel, miniature train and ice cream parlor is less than 20 mimutes
Lake Accotink Park with small boat rental, fishing and picnic facilities is within 15 minutes.

The Kruschka Team has 33 years full time experience in the Springfield area.
Contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-690-6569. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

Your Military Resource Beyond Dot Mil Sites

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 16:07:55 -0500

I am well aware active duty military personnel with orders to one of the Northern Virginia military installations visit the "dot mil" sites long before they arrive in the area. They are very familiar with what services are available and where they are located at the various instsllations.

What is not provided by the DOD sites is an online directory of life beyond the guard post. Over the past 33 years as real estate brokers my husband and I have served hundreds of transferees (military and civilian) who relocated to Northern Virginia. That experience has enabled us to develop an online resource directory that includes more than 100 links to

Every county and city government site in the area as well as
Public records sites for every jurisdiction
Public School Sytem sites and a school evaluator site
Schedules for every bus, train, subway and ride share in Northern Virginia
Area colleges and universities
Real estate sales statistics for every jurisdiction
Museums, sports events, theatres, children's sites, etc

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I Prefer Family Hardware Stores

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 15:47:12 -0500

One of my favorite places to shop is small local hardware stores. They have a "flavor" that the Lowe's and Home Depot stores do not and never will. The J.E.Rice Hardware Store is located in the Manassas Shopping Center on Mathis Avenue.

Their saying is, "If we don't have it you don't need it or they don't make it."

J.E.Rice, Sr. opened the store in 1936 at another location and opened this store in1957. The founder's three grandchildren still operate the store which stocks in excess of 35,000 items. One of the reasons for the store's continued success is the willingness of the owners and staff to provide reliable service. It is a pleasure to know there are still businesses that strive to provide the very best customer service possible.

Of course, you will need a home to enjoy all the hardware, paint etc that you purchase - we can also help you with that. The Kruschka Team has 33 years full time experience in the Prince William County area. We invite you to tey our

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