alexandria: CONVENIENCE, CONDITION AND WELL PRICED - 03/28/08 07:23 PM
Two Level Rambler for only $400,000. Its' "Special Features" are
4 bedrooms and 2 baths Refinished white oak hardwood floors on the main level (August '07) All new wall to wall on lower level (August '07) Updated kitchen Double pane vinyl tilt-out windows Level lot fully fenced in the rear plus custom … (1 comments)
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alexandria: SPRINGFIELD VA REAL ESTATE TOUR OF HOMES AND SUBDIVISIONS - 03/01/08 05:58 PM
16 Springfield subdivisions were selected to demonstrate the wide variety of homes that are available to meet the needs of a broad section of the population. One of the main attractions of Springfield is that it projects a genuine sense of a well established, mature community that is not apparent in more recently developed areas. Since Springfield is … (4 comments)
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alexandria: GEORGE WASHINGTON AIR JUNCTION - A GIGANTIC FLOP - 02/23/08 04:25 PM
Henry Woodhouse purchased 1,500 acres of dairyland in Hybla Valley during the 1920's.
It was his objective to build the largest transatlantic commercial airport in the National Capital Area. There were three runways with the largest being 7.200 feet long as well as moorings for Zeppelins.
Howver, the airport … (8 comments)
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alexandria: BEACON FIELD AIRPORT IS NOW BEACON MALL SHOPPING CENTER - 02/19/08 05:55 PM
In all the years we lived in Mount Vernon and shopped at Beacon Mall I wondered where the name originated.
The original 74 acre tract was purchased by an Alexandria businessman in the 18th century. It changed hands over time and became the site of City View, an impressive 19th century estate.
The … (2 comments)
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alexandria: FORT HUNT PARK ALIVE AND WELL IN MOUNT VERNON VA - 02/19/08 04:27 PM
Fort Hunt (Sheridan's Point in Washington's Day) served as a fort to defend the settlers against Indians in the 17th century.
In the latter part of the 19th century gun batteries were installed to defend Washington, D.C. during the Spanish American War along with Fort Washington in Maryland.
It served for a brief time … (0 comments)
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alexandria: FULL SERVICE GAS STATION THRIVES IN MOUNT VERNON VA - 02/11/08 07:19 PM
There is only one gas station in the Fort Hunt section of Mount Vernon. It is located in the Hollin Hall Shopping Center .
Yes, they pump your gas, wash the windows and check the oil and fluid levels. Even though they are the only gas station in the Fort … (6 comments)
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alexandria: Back To The Future at the Hollin Hall Shopping Center in Mount Vernon VA - 02/11/08 05:30 PM
The Hollin Hall Shopping Center located on Fort Hunt Road has survived handsomely since it was built in conjunction with Hollin Hall Village in the late 1940's and early 1950's.
The facade of the Safeway at the north end of the complex is typical of the architectural design of that … (0 comments)
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alexandria: YACHT HAVEN ESTATES Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/23/08 07:56 PM
Yacht Haven Estates is a waterfront community of 175 homes. They were built in the 1970's and are sited on 1/2 to 3/4 acre lots.
The subdivision is home to Mount Vernon Yacht Club on the Potomac River.
Many of the original homes on the waterfront have been expanded or replaced with custom homes.
The remaining … (2 comments)
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alexandria: HOLLIN HALL VILLAGE Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/16/08 09:58 AM
Hollin Hall Village is just that - a village of 580 homes off Fort Hunt Road. Although the homes are 50+ years old they are solidly built one level ramblers and continue to be extremely popular. The picture below is representative of how the original homes looked, but many of them … (0 comments)
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alexandria: AN HISTORIC ALEXANDRIA CHURCH ROOF - 12/21/07 03:23 PM
The Christmas ornament at the right is a slate roof section from one of the most historic churches in Northern Virginia.
Old Presbyterian Meeting House on South Fairfax Street in the City of Alexandria was chartered as a Presbyteian congregation in 1772 . The sanctuary you see pictured was built in 1775. … (0 comments)
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alexandria: KINGSTOWNE NOVEMBER 2007 TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 01:40 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for KINGSTOWNE 22315. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Fairfax County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much … (0 comments)
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alexandria: KINGSTOWNE NOVEMBER 2007 TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 01:39 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for KINGSTOWNE 22315. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Fairfax County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much … (0 comments)
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alexandria: KINGSTOWNE NOVEMBER 2007 DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 01:38 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for KINGSTOWNE 22315. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Fairfax County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much … (0 comments)
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alexandria: KINGSTOWNE NOVEMBER 2007 DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 01:38 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for KINGSTOWNE 22315. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Fairfax County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much … (0 comments)
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alexandria: KINGSTOWNE NOVEMBER 2007 PATIO HOME MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 01:36 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for KINGSTOWNE 22315. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Fairfax County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much … (0 comments)
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alexandria: KINGSTOWNE NOVEMBER 2007 PATIO HOME MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 01:35 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for KINGSTOWNE 22315. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Fairfax County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria - Home of History - 10/26/07 12:30 PM
Alexandria, Virginia is a great place to visit, live and work. With more than 250 years of history, this hometown of George Washington still retains much of the character and charm from its' earlier days as a major port city.
Alexandria boasts citizens who are noted for their strong sense of … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria 22310 Real Estate Market Report - 09/24/07 03:20 PM
This is the first in a series of monthly market reports for that section of Fairfax County with postal addresses named Alexandria This real estate market encompasses six postal ZIP Codes, namely 22306, 22307, 22308, 22309, 22310, 22315. Many REALTORS prepare a report for all six ZIP Codes. In my opinion, … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Kingstowne Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate Information - 09/24/07 06:04 AM
Yes, Virginia, there is a unique planned community in Fairfax County that has grown rapidly, wisely and enjoys broad public acceptance.
Kingstowne is just about 20 years old. As a result, it has all the features that make a new community attractive to many people.
In addition to its' own newspaper Kingstowne has wide streets, … (3 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia 22315 Real Estate Market Report - 09/24/07 06:02 AM
This is the first in a series of monthly market reports for that section of Fairfax County with postal addresses named Alexandria This real estate market encompasses six postal ZIP Codes, namely 22306, 22307, 22308, 22309, 22310, 22315. Many REALTORS prepare a report for all six ZIP Codes. In my opinion, … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia 22308 Real Estate Market Report - 09/18/07 10:14 AM
This is the first in a series of monthly market reports for that section of Fairfax County with postal addresses named Alexandria This real estate market encompasses six postal ZIP Codes, namely 22306, 22307, 22308, 22309, 22310, 22315. Many REALTORS prepare a report for all six ZIP Codes. In my opinion, … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia 22309 Real Estate Market Report - 09/17/07 09:33 AM
This is the first in a series of monthly market reports for that section of Fairfax County with postal addresses named Alexandria This real estate market encompasses six postal ZIP Codes, namely 22306, 22307, 22308, 22309, 22310, 22315. Many REALTORS prepare a report for all six ZIP Codes. In my opinion, … (1 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia 22307 Real Estate Market Report - 09/17/07 09:20 AM
This is the first in a series of monthly market reports for that section of Fairfax County with postal addresses named Alexandria This real estate market encompasses six postal ZIP Codes, namely 22306, 22307, 22308, 22309, 22310, 22315. Many REALTORS prepare a report for all six ZIP Codes. In my opinion, … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia 22306 Real Estate Market Report - 09/17/07 09:19 AM
This is the first in a series of monthly market reports for that section of Fairfax County with postal addresses named Alexandria This real estate market encompasses six postal ZIP Codes, namely 22306, 22307, 22308, 22309, 22310, 22315. Many REALTORS prepare a report for all six ZIP Codes. In my opinion, … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Guide to Northern Virginia Information - 09/11/07 01:49 PM
The following links are the official sites for the major jurisdictions in Northern Virginia. They include everything you need to know about the government of these counties or cities.
Fairfax County
City of Alexandria
Arlington County
City of Falls Church
Prince William County
Stafford County
Plus Smaller Towns and Cities,County Records,Schools,Transportation,Recreation
Plus Search for Homes Throughout … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Close-in, Outstanding Condition and Price in Northern Virginia - 09/11/07 12:18 PM
Two Level Rambler for only $400,000. Its' "Special Features" are
4 bedrooms and 2 bathsRefinished white oak hardwood floors on the main level (August '07)All new wall to wall on lower level (August '07)Updated kitchenDouble pane vinyl tilt-out windowsLevel lot fully fenced in the rear plus custom shedWalkout basement ( 4th bedroom, … (0 comments)
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alexandria: Wild Turkey or Virginia Gentleman? - 09/10/07 03:03 PM
Many people think bourbon must be made in Kentucky just as Vidalia onions must be grown in Vidalia, GA. Wrong, wrong, wrong !!! The folks in Lynchburg, TN know that, but they are not the only ones who make bourbon outside the state of Kentucky, because bourbon is also made in … (0 comments)
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alexandria: "BIG YELLOW" is Coming!!!! - 08/30/07 12:57 PM
For some of you it has already happened. However, for most of us on Tuesday September 4th BIG YELLOW will start delivering people's "heirs and assigns" to and from school. Being careful with our driving anytime is just another opportunity for us to serve our community responsibly. Of course, BIG YELLOW … (2 comments)
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alexandria: Home Buyer's Guide - 08/29/07 10:34 AM
Over the years I have developed a Buyer's Guide Booklet and have found it to be a very useful tool.
I offer it in
Bound version
Email pdf attachment
PowerPoint presentation
It has been very effective for me, especially at Open Houses and as the first email contact with new … (17 comments)
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alexandria: Twofold Virtual Tour Approach - 08/27/07 04:22 PM
Most REALTORS provide a Virtual Tour for their listings. It has been my experience the vast majority of them are a collection of still photos uploaded to their Multiple Listing System software. I create panoramic action shots both inside and outside the home. The software I use allows me to have … (1 comments)
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