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Lake Ridge, Woodbridge VA 1 Car Garage Detached Home Market Report

2008-11-30T14:22:24Z

Lake Ridge has over 7,000 residential units that include

Town homes
Detached homes
Condominiums
Rental apartments
Senior residences

My husband and I have been Lake Ridge residents for 26 years. We are also both full time real estate brokers with three decades experience. We know and understand the Lake Ridge market on both a personal and professional level

Several of the reasons we chose Lake Ridge for both our home and investment properties are

SCHOOLS All three grade levels are in Lake Ridge
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Homeowner's Association is very activity oriented
SHOPPING There are three shopping centers in Lake Ridge
COMMUTING Commuter buses, carpools, slug lines, local buses operate in Lake Ridge
WELL PLANNED COMMUNITY Wide streets, large lots, 1,200 acres of common ground
FIRE AND RESCUE Lake Ridge is one of three eastern Prince William subdivisions with a fire and rescue squad in the community

The diverse number of home types in Lake Ridge make it very attractive to a broad range of both military and civilian homeowners and renters. This same diversity makes it necessary to develop individual market reports for the various residential types which will be updated weekly

Two level town homes
Three level town homes
Garage town homes
Detached homes with no garage
Detached homes with a carport
Detached homes with a one car garage
Detached homes with a two car garage
Condominiums

Prices change and homes come on the market regularly so check back frequently - you never know when the home that's right for you will be available. In the meantime please use our

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and then contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-562-1532. 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.

Lake Ridge, Woodbridge, VA Condominium Market Report

2008-11-30T13:48:36Z

Lake Ridge has over 7,000 residential units that include

Town homes
Detached homes
Condominiums
Rental apartments
Senior residences

Several of the reasons we chose Lake Ridge for both our home and investment properties are

SCHOOLS All three grade levels are in Lake Ridge
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Homeowner's Association is very activity oriented
SHOPPING There are three shopping centers in Lake Ridge
COMMUTING Commuter buses, carpools, slug lines, local buses operate in Lake Ridge
WELL PLANNED COMMUNITY Wide streets, large lots, 1,200 acres of common ground
FIRE AND RESCUE Lake Ridge is one of three eastern Prince William subdivisions with a fire and rescue squad in the community

Two level town homes
Three level town homes
Garage town homes
Detached homes with no garage
Detached homes with a carport
Detached homes with a one car garage
Detached homes with a two car garage
Condominiums

Prices change and homes come on the market regularly so check back frequently - you never know when the home that's right for you will be available. In the meantime please use our

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Lake Ridge, Woodbridge, VA - Detached Home With Carport Market Report

2008-11-29T14:12:11Z

Lake Ridge has over 7,000 residential units that include

Town homes
Detached homes
Condominiums
Rental apartments
Senior residences

Several of the reasons we chose Lake Ridge for both our home and investment properties are

SCHOOLS All three grade levels are in Lake Ridge
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Homeowner's Association is very activity oriented
SHOPPING There are three shopping centers in Lake Ridge
COMMUTING Commuter buses, carpools, slug lines, local buses operate in Lake Ridge
WELL PLANNED COMMUNITY Wide streets, large lots, 1,200 acres of common ground
FIRE AND RESCUE Lake Ridge is one of three eastern Prince William subdivisions with a fire and rescue squad in the community

Two level town homes
Three level town homes
Garage town homes
Detached homes with no garage
Detached homes with a carport
Detached homes with a one car garage
Detached homes with a two car garage
Condominiums

Prices change and homes come on the market regularly so check back frequently - you never know when the home that's right for you will be available. In the meantime please use our

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Lake Ridge, Woodbridge, VA - Three Level Town Home Market Report

2008-11-29T14:10:01Z

Lake Ridge has over 7,000 residential units that include

Town homes
Detached homes
Condominiums
Rental apartments
Senior residences

Several of the reasons we chose Lake Ridge for both our home and investment properties are

SCHOOLS All three grade levels are in Lake Ridge
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Homeowner's Association is very activity oriented
SHOPPING There are three shopping centers in Lake Ridge
COMMUTING Commuter buses, carpools, slug lines, local buses operate in Lake Ridge
WELL PLANNED COMMUNITY Wide streets, large lots, 1,200 acres of common ground
FIRE AND RESCUE Lake Ridge is one of three eastern Prince William subdivisions with a fire and rescue squad in the community

Two level town homes
Three level town homes
Garage town homes
Detached homes with no garage
Detached homes with a carport
Detached homes with a one car garage
Detached homes with a two car garage
Condominiums

Prices change and homes come on the market regularly so check back frequently - you never know when the home that's right for you will be available. In the meantime please use our

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Masons Passage, Lorton Virginia Town Home Market Report

2008-11-27T14:08:01Z

Masons Passage is a group of 180 homes at the corner of US 1 and Gunston Road.

They are within 15 minutes of Fort Belvoir.
It is a small community of 90 detached homes and 90 townhomes.
They were built in the period 1999 to 2000 making them relatively new.
It's about 10 minutes to the Virginia Railway Express Station in Lorton
Gunston Plaza Shopping Center is approximately 5 minutes as is Lorton Station Marketplace
Lorton Community Library is approximately 5 minutes from Masons Passage
The Lorton I-95 interchange is within 10 minutes as is southbound I-95 at Woodbridge

Masons Passage is an appropriate name for the subdivision - it is at the head of the Mason Neck Penninsula.

A bicycle path runs for 7 miles to the MASON NECK STATE PARK WILDLIFE REFUGE
POHICK BAY PUBLIC GOLF COURSE is approximately 5 minutes away
POHICK BAY PARK is also within 5 minutes offering boat launch, small boat rental, picnic facilities, campground, rental cabins and swimming pool
George Mason IV, one of Virginia's favorite patriot sons plantation home, GUNSTON HALL is open to the public on Mason Neck Peninsula

Other Lorton Subdivisions to consider are

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Wessynton, In The Shadow Of George Washington's Mount Vernon

2008-11-27T13:06:15Z

Northern Virginia is thought of as "colonial country" with very few contemporary styled homes. That is why Wessynton, a collection of contemporary homes abutting George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, is extremely unusual.

The Homes

157 homes
Built between 1968 to 1970
1/3 acre lots
1,700 to 3,000 square feet of living space
Although the exteriors are contemporary the interior floor plans are fairly traditional
As you can see by the video below there are more trees than people in Wessynton

The Area

Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway at the entrances to Wessynton - the easiest way to commute to The Pentagon and Washington, DC
Mount Vernon High School is about 2 blocks away on Mount Vernon Memorial Highway
Riverside Elementary is just across from the high school.
The George Washington Rec Center with year round pool (part of the Fairfax County Park System) is next to the elementary school.
Fort Belvoir is within 10 minutes
The entrance to the George Washington Memorial Parkway is less than 5 minutes away at the Mount Vernon Mansion - it's about 15 minutes to Olde Towne Alexandria

Over the years we have had many clients and friends purchase a home in Wessynton - one of them is still there after 30 years. It is undeniably a warm and friendly subdivision.

RIVERSIDE ESTATES is another Mount Vernon community with traditionally styled homes less than 5 minutes to the Mount Vernon Estate

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Riverside Estates, Mount Vernon, Alexandria, Virginia

2008-11-26T09:49:47Z

Riverside Estates has remained popular ever since the first homes were delivered in the mid-60's. Convenience and the proximity of schools, shopping and recreational facilities are the key to their continued public acceptance.

Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway at the entrances to Riverside Estates - the easiest way to commute to The Pentagon and Washington, DC
Mount Vernon High School is at the entrance to Riverside Estates
Riverside Elementary is just across from the high school.
The George Washington Rec Center with year round pool (part of the Fairfax County Park System) is next to the elementary school.
Fort Belvoir is within 10 minutes
The entrance to the George Washington Memorial Parkway is approximately 5 minutes away at the Mount Vernon Mansion - it's about 15 minutes to Olde Towne Alexandria

Over the years we have had many clients and friends purchase a home in Riverside Estates - it is undeniably a warm and friendly subdivision.

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Reasons To Consider Lake Ridge, Virginia As Your Home #6

2008-11-25T15:48:52Z

Recently, one of our elderly neighbors had a medical emergency. A call to 911 prompted a rapid response from Prince William County Fire and Rescue Station 14 located right here in Lake Ridge. They were at the home in less than 4 minutes.

There are only 3 subdivisions in eastern Prince William County with a fire station in the community

Lake Ridge
Montclair
Dale City

Hopefully, you will not require their attention, but it is an important resale feature just as the first five are

The availability of fire and rescue service also impacts the cost of your fire and hazard insurance policy - see Insurance

These are all considerations that bore on our decision to purchase our homes in Lake Ridge 26 years ago. I doubt anyone can understand and appreciate a community's value better than a long term resident. If a Lake Ridge purchase is in your future, please use our

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They Received Help And They Gave Help

2008-11-25T10:14:00Z

Yesterday I had the privilige of working with many volunteers committed to distributing food packages (Operation Turkey) to needy families in Prince William County and Manassas, Virginia

As you can see, the individual bags are piled almost as high as I am tall. Fortunately, I didn't have to cook for the almost 2,100 families that will receive the assistance.

There were men, women and some teens working along with us who were themselves recipients of the packages - that reinforced my faith in the goodness of the human spirit. You can't help but love those who wanted to repay the generosity of the community.

In the 26 years Arthur and I have lived in Prince William County we have always been eager to give back to the community that has provided us with so much. Do other communities provide opportunities to serve? Absolutely, but this is the one we know personally.

Now, starting the day after I have prepared our family's Thanksgiving dinner and Arthur has finished cleaning up the mess

I'll be busy selling Christmas trees on Hoadly Road in support of local and international Presbyterian missions
On December 6 I'll be with members of my West Springfield Rotary Club in support of a member's foundation that provides breakfast at The Waterford and a Christmas shopping spree for needy children. It's Karen and Bill Brown's way of keeping the memory of their daughter alive through community service

I must admit I am guilty of volunteering all year long. If you are planning to relocate to Northern Virginia please give me a call and allow me to serve you with the same dedication I give to community service

Lake Ridge Condominium Market Report

2008-11-24T10:52:15Z

There are so many reasons why we selected Lake Ridge as our home 26 years ago.

Elementary schools, middle school and senior high school in the community
Three shopping centers
Public transportation to military and civilian work centers
Churches of many denominations
Fire and rescue service in the community
US Post Office annex
Restaurants to please every taste, every age group and every pocketbook
More miles of shoreline than any other Prince William County community
Public golf course
Public boat launch facilities
Five pools, community centers, gigantic playground, tot lots and tennis courts
Commercial office space
Medical and dental offices
Local parades
Public storage facilities
Service stations
Senior citizen residences
Rental apartments
Town homes
Detached homes
Condominiums
Large lots where you can garden, play games, fence it in for your dog, etc
Common areas loaded with trees behind the homes and throughout the community.
Tree lined, wide streets
Boy and Girl Scout troops
Rotary and Lions clubs
Garden club, Toastmasters, Runners club, etc, etc.
Private schools
Day Care centers

I'm certain there are some I have missed, but I think you get the picture - Lake Ridge is the "home town" many of us remember as kids and is what we want for our kids.

I can only think of 3 reasons to leave Lake Ridge

Go to work (unless your office is in Lake Ridge)
Visit people who aren't fortunate enough to live here
Move to another small town with an Elm Street

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Lake Ridge Three Level Town Home Market Report

2008-11-24T10:19:17Z

There are so many reasons why we selected Lake Ridge as our home 26 years ago.

Elementary schools, middle school and senior high school in the community
Three shopping centers
Public transportation to military and civilian work centers
Churches of many denominations
Fire and rescue service in the community
US Post Office annex
Restaurants to please every taste, every age group and every pocketbook
More miles of shoreline than any other Prince William County community
Public golf course
Public boat launch facilities
Five pools, community centers, gigantic playground, tot lots and tennis courts
Commercial office space
Medical and dental offices
Local parades
Public storage facilities
Service stations
Senior citizen residences
Rental apartments
Town homes
Detached homes
Condominiums
Large lots where you can garden, play games, fence it in for your dog, etc
Common areas loaded with trees behind the homes and throughout the community.
Tree lined, wide streets
Boy and Girl Scout troops
Rotary and Lions clubs
Garden club, Toastmasters, Runners club, etc, etc.
Private schools
Day Care centers

I'm certain there are some I have missed, but I think you get the picture - Lake Ridge is the "home town" many of us remember as kids and is what we want for our kids.

I can only think of 3 reasons to leave Lake Ridge

Go to work (unless your office is in Lake Ridge)
Visit people who aren't fortunate enough to live here
Move to another small town with an Elm Street

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Masons Passage - The Gateway To Mason Neck In Lorton Virginia

2008-11-23T17:07:27Z

Masons Passage is a group of 180 homes at the corner of US 1 and Gunston Road.

They are within 15 minutes of Fort Belvoir.
It is a small community of 90 detached homes and 90 townhomes.
They were built in the period 1999 to 2000 making them relatively new.
It's about 10 minutes to the Virginia Railway Express Station in Lorton
Gunston Plaza Shopping Center is approximately 5 minutes as is Lorton Station Marketplace
Lorton Community Library is approximately 5 minutes from Masons Passage
The Lorton I-95 interchange is within 10 minutes as is southbound I-95 at Woodbridge

Masons Passage is an appropriate name for the subdivision - it is at the head of the Mason Neck Penninsula.

A bicycle path runs for 7 miles to the MASON NECK STATE PARK WILDLIFE REFUGE
POHICK BAY PUBLIC GOLF COURSE is approximately 5 minutes away
POHICK BAY PARK is also within 5 minutes offering boat launch, small boat rental, picnic facilities, campground, rental cabins and swimming pool
George Mason IV, one of Virginia's favorite patriot sons plantation home, GUNSTON HALL is open to the public on Mason Neck Peninsula

Other Lorton Subdivisions to consider are

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Lake Ridge Two Level Town Home Market Report

2008-11-22T15:09:26Z

There are so many reasons why we selected Lake Ridge as our home 26 years ago.

Elementary schools, middle school and senior high school in the community
Three shopping centers
Public transportation to military and civilian work centers
Churches of many denominations
Fire and rescue service in the community
US Post Office annex
Restaurants to please every taste, every age group and every pocketbook
More miles of shoreline than any other Prince William County community
Public golf course
Public boat launch facilities
Five pools, community centers, gigantic playground, tot lots and tennis courts
Commercial office space
Medical and dental offices
Local parades
Public storage facilities
Service stations
Senior citizen residences
Rental apartments
Town homes
Detached homes
Condominiums
Large lots where you can garden, play games, fence it in for your dog, etc
Common areas loaded with trees behind the homes and throughout the community.
Tree lined, wide streets
Boy and Girl Scout troops
Rotary and Lions clubs
Garden club, Toastmasters, Runners club, etc, etc.
Private schools
Day Care centers

I'm certain there are some I have missed, but I think you get the picture - Lake Ridge is the "home town" many of us remember as kids and is what we want for our kids.

I can only think of 3 reasons to leave Lake Ridge

Go to work (unless your office is in Lake Ridge)
Visit people who aren't fortunate enough to live here
Move to another small town with an Elm Street

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Operation Turkey Doesn't Want Your Turkey- I Guarantee It

2008-11-22T12:43:17Z

Operation Turkey in Prince William County is a joint community program of ACTS,Inc and SERVE.

They do not deliver turkeys to the 2,100 needy families they will assist this year
Gift certificates towards the purchase of a turkey are given to the needy families

Food banks are reluctant to accept donations of perishable food items such as a turkey from individuals. I am certain you can understand the potential risk this would impose in case there was tampering and spoiled food. Operation Turkey will accept specific non-perishable food items from individuals and they most certainly welcome cash contributions.

We have been involved in collecting and delivering food items for ACTS for many years through our church, BSA and Rotary International. As a matter of fact, I'll be distributing Operation Turkey packages on Monday 11/24. My husband and I know whereof we speak.

If you buy a turkey for Operation Turkey you would be smart to have plans for it beside delivering it to Operation Turkey in Prince William County. I have included a link to Prince William County Operation Turkey that clearly spells out what they will accept - turkeys are not on the list!!!! In the lower left hand corner of the flyer it tells the public gift certificates are given.

Before you decide to do a good deed for Thanksgiving take a few minutes, pick up the telephone and call your local organization that feeds the needy to be sure you don't wind up owning an extra turkey.

Cavanaugh Crossing - In The Shadow Of A Former Prison, Lorton Virginia

2008-11-21T20:36:49Z

Cavanaugh Crossing is adjacent to the site of the now "former" Lorton Prison site. The subdivision is accessed from Hooes Road - just a few seconds north of Route 123 in Lorton. They are Brookfield built and feature Soutthern Mansion styles as well as traditional colonial style.

The Lorton VRE railway station is approximately 10 minutes away with service to both L'Enfant Plaza and Union Station in Washington, D.C. Once aboard you the train
You can transfer to Metrorail at the Franconia-Springfield metro station.
Another option is to pull out onto Route 123, cross the Occoquan River and be at the VDOT Commuter Parking Lot at Old Bridge Road in Woodbridge in approximately 10 minutes for Commuter Bus service to The Pentagon and Washington, DC
Or join a Carpool.
Approximately 5 mimutes from the Shoppes at Lorton Valley
Also 5 minutes fro the new Laurel Hills Public Golf Club
Also see the homes at Lorton Station

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Harbor View For Boats, Convenience And Land

2008-11-21T16:44:45Z

Harbor View is an established Lorton VA Community of 170 detached homes on ½ acre plus lots. The majority of the homes are custom built - no one builder dominated the area.

The boat storage facility and boat launch ramp on Massey Creek has direct access to the Occoquan River. Many of the homeowners store their boats on their lot since there are no restrictions about boat storage. I know because the boat pictured in the driveway belongs to one of my Harbor View clients

Harbor View is

Within 15 minutes of Fort Belvoir,
The I-95 entrance at Lorton and
The Lorton VRE Station.

Its' proximity to the railroad station and I-95 make it a desirable location for commuting to Washington, D.C. and the Pentagon.

Since it is on the Mason Neck Peninsula the parks below can be reached in 15 minutes or less

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Condominium Market Report, Belmont Bay Woodbridge Virginia 22191

2008-11-20T18:30:39Z

Belmont Bay is one of 3 communities in eastern Prince William County that are a product of the new mixed-use concept that maximizes land use where land availability is limited. It is an attractive location along the Occoquan River as you cross over from Fairfax County east of US1. There are both town homes, detached homes and condominiums. The only new construction available for purchase is several condominiums, but there are resale town homes and detached homes.

Accessibility

From US1 South, cross over the Occoquan River into Prince William County, turn left at Dawson Beach Road, cross over the railroad tracks and make an immediate left on Express Dr
From I-95 cross over the Occoquan River, exit at Lake Ridge/Woodbridge, east towards Woodbridge on Route 123, turn right on US1, turn left on Dawson Beach Road, cross over the railroad tracks and make an immediate left on Express Dr

Primary Features

Private marina
Private golf course
Community pool and the
Site of a proposed science museum

Commuting

Approximately 5 minutes from the Virginia Railway Express Woodbridge Station
No more than 10 minutes from the PRTC bus terminal at Gordon Blvd and I-95. Each of these commuting options facilitate travel to the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Alexandria and Arlington.

Shopping

Tacketts Mill Shopping Center in Lake Ridge is the largest neighborhood shopping center within a 10 or 15 minute trip from Belmont Bay.

Schools

Belmont Elementary is in the subdivision
Lynn Middle School is in the Marumsco area on the Prince William Parkway (10 to 15 minutes)
Freedom High is on Neabsco Road across from NOVA Community College (15 to 20 minutes)

BELMONT BAY CONDOMINIUM MARKET REPORT

*HOMES FOR SALE*

*Currently there are 18 homes for sale at an average list price of $388,931*

*HOMES SOLD AND SETTLED*

YEAR-TO-DATE 2008 AS OF 11/20/2008 VERSUS TOTAL 2007

	2007	2008	+/- %

Number of Homes	18	18	NA

Average List Price	445,695	321,183	- 28%

Average Sales Price	425,894	289,627	- 32%

Seller Contribution	- 4,192	- 2,343	-56%

Net Sales Price	421,702	287,284	- 32%

Prepared By Karen Kruschka using data from the Regional Multiple Listing Service

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October 2007 to 2008 Price Change Comparison Prince William and Fairfax Counties

2008-11-20T16:28:13Z

The chart below demonstrates clearly that October 2008 versus October 2007 price reduction percentages were greater in Prince William County than they were in Fairfax County.

Are there speculations as to why this occurred? Yes, and that is exactly what they are - speculations. However, I believe there is one indisputable reason.

Home prices are normally lower in Prince William County than in Fairfax County
So a huge number of sub-prime loans were made in Prince William County
Home foreclosures, therefore, are higher in Prince William County
Lenders have a greater number of homes to sell in Prince William County causing asking prices to be lower than areas with fewer foreclosures such as Fairfax County

As a result, many people in Prince William County who do not have to sell their home are not putting them on the market - the market of homes for sale is weighted towards foreclosed homes.

There are price reductions in both counties, but the opportunity to make a "good deal" may be greater in Prince William County at this point in time

Additionally, the availability of VA and FHA financing makes Prince William an even greater opportunity for the military or civilian purchaser.

If you are planning a home purchase and are concerned about the current market contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-562-1532. 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.


FAIRFAX COUNTY AND PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY

OCTOBER 2007 and OCTOBER 2008 PRICE CHANGE COMPARISON


PROPERTY TYPE	PRINCE WILLIAM	FAIRFAX

CONDOMIMIUM	Minus 37%	Minus 24%

DETACHED HOME	Minus 34%	Minus 23%

TOWN HOME	Minus 45%	Minus 23%

By Karen Kruschka

Reasons To Consider Lake Ridge Virginia As Your Home #5

2008-11-18T17:48:17Z

TREES, TREES, TREES and SPACE BETWEEN MY HOME AND MY NEIGHBOR'S HOME

Newer urbanized communities have homes built much closer together than subdivisions such as Lake Ridge. In the case of Prince William County the newer subdivisions must set aside "open space", but it is normally adjacent to the subdivision and not where the people live - it is that part of the site where the land was unable to be developed for residential or commercial use. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that concept if that is what you prefer. However, for people who would rather have the feel of "Smalltown USA" then Lake Ridge is your "cup of tea". Of course if you prefer your "cup of coffee" we have our very own Starbucks.

Lake Ridge has 1,200 acres of undeveloped land amidst the developed land which provides a substantial amount of common ground. In the Lake Ridge plan the developer preserved as many trees as possible and also provided a substantial amount of separation between homes - in town homes the separation is to the rear of the home as opposed to the left or right side as is the case with detached homes

But wait, there are other reasons the might make Lake Ridge attractive to you

SCHOOLS - they're important for families with children and also add value for anyone at the time you decide to sell
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES - a socially active homeowner's association
SHOPPING - three shopping centers in Lake Ridge
COMMUTING - commuter buses operate within the community with service to the Pentagon and Washington, DC. Approximately a 20 minute drive to MCB Quantico

My husband and I have been Lake Ridge residents since 1982 - we have never considered moving "out of town" - it's the typical American town with pride in

Our high school football team
Our Santa parade
Our pool parties
Our runners club
Our boat launches to our 2,100 acre "fishin' hole"

Give us a call at 703-690-6569 - we'll give you a huge list of reasons. In the meantime please use our

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Hallowing Point, Lorton, Virginia Market Report

2008-11-18T15:25:11Z

Hallowing Point is the epitome of living on the Potomac River in Northern Virginia. The custom homes are on large lots with fantastic vistas of the Potomac River and Maryland. The community has its' own park and boat launching facility right on the river.

The interesting point is that you pass through several very prominent historical sites, parks and open pasture land to get there.

Pohick Church - It was located in a frame building at Old Colchester Road and Gunston Road. No less than 3 prominent 18th century "personages", George Washington, George Fairfax and George Mason IV disagreed on relocating the church to its' present location at US1 and Old Colchester Road - GW won the day.
Cranford United Methodist Church It was moved to the old Pohick Church site, has been rebuilt and remodeled to its' present condition.
Pohick Bay Public Golf Course is an extremely popular course operated by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority
Pohick Bay Regional Park has boat launch facilities, small boat rental, camping, cabins, shelter rentals and a public pool
Gunston Hall This is the home of 18th Century patriot, George Mason, and is open to the public

It is about a 15 minute drive to both the Lorton VRE rail station and the Lorton intercgange to I-95, facilitating the trip to the Pentagon and Washington, DC

HALLOWING POINT MARKET REPORT

*HOMES FOR SALE*

*Currently there are 6 homes for sale at an average list price of $1,028,806*

*HOMES SOLD AND SETTLED*

YEAR-TO-DATE 2008 AS OF 11/18/2008 VERSUS TOTAL 2007

	2007	2008	+/- %

Number of Homes	3	2	NA

Average List Price	1,676,000	900,000	- 46%

Average Sales Price	1,646,667	838,248	- 49%

Seller Contribution	- 5,833	0	NA

Net Sales Price	1,640,834	838,248	- 49%

Prepared By Karen Kruschka

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Hallowing Point - Every Day Is Like A Sunday Afternoon Drive

2008-11-17T20:57:54Z

Remember the Sunday afternoon drive? That was a standard family activity until the mid 50's. Well, the seven mile drive from US 1 in Lorton east on Gunston Road to and from Hallowing Point would qualify as a Sunday afternoon drive. It is a relaxing, scenic drive

The interesting point is that you pass through several very prominent historical sites, parks and open pasture land to get there.

Pohick Church - It was located in a frame building at Old Colchester Road and Gunston Road. No less than 3 prominent 18th century "personages", George Washington, George Fairfax and George Mason IV disagreed on relocating the church to its' present location at US1 and Old Colchester Road - GW won the day.
Cranford United Methodist Church It was moved to the old Pohick Church site, has been rebuilt and remodeled to its' present condition.
Pohick Bay Public Golf Course is an extremely popular course operated by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority
Pohick Bay Regional Park has boat launch facilities, small boat rental, camping, cabins, shelter rentals and a public pool
Gunston Hall This is the home of 18th Century patriot, George Mason, and is open to the public

It is about a 15 minute drive to both the Lorton VRE rail station and the Lorton intercgange to I-95, facilitating the trip to the Pentagon and Washington, DC

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Lorton Station for Fort Belvoir And Points North

2008-11-16T20:10:19Z

Lorton Station is a 300 acre subdivision of 950 newer homes just South of Fort Belvoir. Detached homes and town homes are available and, yes,

It is within 15 minutes of the entrance to Fort Belvoir.
Additionally, it is only 15 miles south of Washington, D.C.
The Lorton entrance to and exit from I-95 is just outside the community on Lorton Road.
On those occasions when you need to go to the Pentagon the VRE Lorton Station is in the community. Take a Northbound train, change to the Metro Blue Line at King Street and go to the Pentagon Station.
Commuters to DC will also want to use the VRE at Lorton

Kids attend Lorton Station Elementary and, depending on where you live, they will attend either South County Secondary or Hayfield Secondary.

Three shopping centers, Lorton Station Marketplace,Lorton Station Town Center and Gunston Plaza provide a full range of retail services and numerous excellent restaurants.

Swimming? There are 2 community pools.
The 100 acre Joseph Plaskett Park with both hiking and biking trails runs through Lorton Station.
Lorton is also home to the Pohick Bay Regional Park with both boat launches, boat storage, camping, cabins and picnic grounds.
Pohick Bay Public Course is within 15 minutes if you are not eligible to play Fort Belvoir
Mason Neck State Park and Mason Neck National Wildlife Park are part of a 6,000 acre wetlands management area and is a major bird and wildlife sanctuary - hiking and biking areas are easily accessed.

Also see WAYNEWOOD, a large subdivision, 15 minutes to the north of Fort Belvoir with excellent amenities. Or go 15 minutes west to SARATOGA,

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Where Do You Get Local News?

2008-11-15T11:44:17Z

Today was the day of the big annual LAKE RIDGE SANTA PARADE. However, the forecast was for rain and we weren't certain the parade would be held. After all, the CubScouts and Brownies would get soaked.

Larry Housden, owner of LARRY'S HAIR DESIGNERS is an active participant in the parade's organization as well as other COMMUNITY EVENTS. I've used their shop for many years, so I called and was told the parade was cancelled.

As I was having my morning coffee reading the local paper there was a box insert on the front page reminding everyone of the big Lake Ridge Parade starting at 10:00 AM. When I saw it was 9:45 AM I grabbed my camera and was "away like a flash". Since the starting point is about 5 minutes from my home I arrived in plenty of time only to learn that

Larry was right
The News and Messenger was wrong

So, if you live in Lake Ridge and want the "straight skinny" and outstanding service go to

Larry's Hair Designers
Festival at Old Bridge
12460 Dillingham Square
Woodbridge, VA 22192
703-491-4247

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