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Stratford Landing is an extremely popular subdivision in the Mount Vernon section of Fairfax County. As you travel south on the George Washington Parkway to Mount Vernon, the entrance to Stratford Landing is the last exit on the Parkway at Little Hunting Creek. One of the attractions is that many different builders are represented in both the style, size and type of home. There isa community membership pool that has good community support for their swim team. Fort Hunt Park is just a few minutes away. Also, the bike/jogging trail along the Potomac River and the George Washington Memorial Parkway is … (1 comments)
Lake Forest (aka Lakewood Hills) is an extremely convenient Springfield location just off the Fairfax County Parkway between Hooes Road and Huntsman Boulevard. 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. The subdivision is in the West Springfield High School Pyramid and the Pohick Regional Library is no more than 15 minutes from the subdivision. Huntsman Square Shopping Center is only minutes away at Huntsman Boulevard on the Fairfax County Parkway South Run … (2 comments)
fairfax homes: West Springfield Village Springfield Fairfax County VA Real Estate and Homes Tour - 02/02/08 12:55 PM
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.
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 Metrobus Route 18S to the Franconia-Springfield Metro is available on Rolling Road The Cardinal Plaza Slug Line (on Old … (2 comments)
fairfax homes: CARDINAL FOREST - Springfield Fairfax County VA Real Estate and Homes Tour - 01/30/08 06:49 PM
Cardinal Forest is one of the most popular communities in Springfield. It was developed in the days when builders didn't bulldoze down all of the trees and those that homeowners have planted are mature. There are more than 725 homes throughout the area. West Springfield High School is just outside the community on Rolling Road and Pohick Regional Library is approximately 15 minutes away. Metrobus 18G Pentagon Express passes through the subdivision on Forrester Boulevard and Carrleigh Parkway on its' short trip to the HOV lanes on I-395. There are two excellent neighborhood shopping centers at Rolling and Old Keene Mill Roads - they are Cardinal Forest Plaza … (10 comments)
fairfax homes: WESTWATER POINT - Springfield Fairfax County VA Real Estate and Homes Tour - 01/28/08 09:10 PM
Built in the late 80's by the VanMetre Companies Westwater Point is a small enclave of 100 town homes. It is set among hills about 1/2 mile west of Rolling Road with an entrance on the Fairfax County Parkway. It has quick access to all major commuting routes, I-95, I-395 and I-495 (the Capital Beltway) From that location it is about a 15 minute drive to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station. It is in the West Springfield High School Pyramid and approximately 15 minutes from the Pohick Regional Library Two neighborhood shopping centers, HUNTSMAN SQUARE CENTER and SARATOGA are approximately 10 minutes away. The homes have been selling … (1 comments)
Daventry (Hunter Village) is located between Old Keene Mill Road and Rolling Road where it intersects with the Fairfax County Parkway. It is one of the most easily accessible subdivisions in Springfield and, for that reason, it is very attractive to people working at the PENTAGON or WASHINGTON, DC. There are detached homes and town homes with no garage or with one and two car garages - the community was developed in the 1980's. FAIRFAX CONNECTOR ROUTE 310 takes approximately 20 minutes to the FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRO STATION METROBUS ROUTES 18G and !8H offer express bus service to the … (3 comments)
With more than 1800 homes NEWINGTON FOREST is the largest subdivision in SPRINGFIELD. It is a community of both town homes and detached homes. Since it was built over most of the late 70's and early 80's there is a lot of treed community property giving it a "country feeling." It is an excellent location for driving to FORT BELVOIR (approximately 15 minutes). FAIRFAX COUNTY COMMUTER BUS ROUTE #305 service to FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRO (approximately 30 minutes). LORTON REGIONAL LIBRARY is within 15 miutes Town Homes are currently selling in the $300,000 to $325,000 price range SOUTH RUN REC CENTER is within 15 minutes … (2 comments)
fairfax homes: GREENTREE VILLAGE Springfield Fairfax County VA Real Estate and Homes Tour - 01/25/08 02:23 PM
Greentree Village is a community of 124 town homes just past Orange Hunt Estates at Fieldmaster Road. Two of the principal features are their all brick construction and three finished levels. As the pictures show the community is well landscaped and well maintained. FAIRFAX COUNTY COMMUTER BUS #310 to the FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRO is available 7 DAYS A WEEK on OLD KEENE MILL ROAD. The homes are in the WEST SPRINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL PYRAMID and are within 5 minutes of POHICK REGIONAL LIBRARY. Additionally, SOUTH RUN REC CENTER is within 15 mimutes RELATED HOMES CHARLESTOWN, RHYGATE Greentree Village homes are currently selling in the $425,000 price range. ABOUT FAIRFAX COUNTY
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fairfax homes: MIDDLE VALLEY - Springfield Fairfax County VA Real Estate and Homes Tour - 01/24/08 08:51 PM
There were two builders in Middle Valley - the first was Ryland and the second was NV HOMES. The first two photos depict Ryland Homes while the last two photos are of NV Homes. The main entrance is on Gambrill Road just about one mile from the Gambrill Park and Ride Lot at the Fairfax County Parkway. FAIRFAX COUNTY COMMUTER BUS ROUTE 305 stops at this location en route to the FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRO STATION. There are two neighborhood shopping centers within 10 minutes - Huntsman Square Center and Saratoga Shopping Center. SOUTH RUN REC CENTER - a Fairfax County Park facility with year round pool, exercise facilities … (3 comments)
fairfax homes: RHYGATE - Springfield Fairfax County VA Real Estate and Homes Tour - 01/24/08 02:18 PM
Rhygate ia a community of 100 townhomes located on Rolling Road just south of Old Keene Mill Road - it adjoins Springfield Golf and Country Club. The homes were built in the mid 1970's. They are all brick and some of them have a garage. The community is immaculate and very well groomed. Homes have been selling in the $500,000 price range. Shopping is a snap since there are two very large neighborhood shopping centers at Rolling and Old Keene Mill Roads. Fairfax County Connector Bus to Metro is available on Rolling Road. There are two Fairfax County Park facilities within easy reach of Rhygate … (3 comments)
fairfax homes: 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 homes (approximately 150) will sell between $530,000 and $750,000 depending on the level of updating and expansion. The entrances to Yacht Haven Estates are on Ferry Landing Road approximately one mile to the Fort Belvoir entrance. They are close to FAIRFAX COUNTY CONNECTOR BUS with service to HUNTINGTON METRO Mount Vernon area … (3 comments)
fairfax homes: KINGS PARK Springfield Fairfax County VA Real Estate and Homes Tour - 01/21/08 02:18 PM
Kings Park, with models named King, Queen, Duke, Prince, etc, is located just west of the Capital Beltway (I-495) off Braddock Road. It is a popular community of 1,100 homes that were built in the 60s. There are five basic models - two colonials, one split foyer, one cape cod and one rambler. They are Richmarr homes who was the one of the premier Springfield developer/builders during the period. Of course, over time, many of the homes have been refurbished and had additions added. This gives the community a uniqueness and character that can only be developed over a rather lengthy … (2 comments)
fairfax homes: VILLAMAY Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/21/08 02:14 PM
Villamay is a community of 240 homes between the George Washington Parkway and Fort Hunt Road in the Mount Vernon section of Fairfax County. They were built by Gene May in the 1960's. Gene will be remembered for numerous real estate projects in the Washington area, but most notably Villamay in Mount Vernon and Evermay in McLean. The homes are highly customized and are all brick. Villamay homes are currently priced in the $900,000 range. The Fairfax County Connector operates on Fort Hunt Road with service to the Huntington Metro It is approximately 15 minutes to the Capital Beltway at the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. The Mount Vernon Rec Center with YEAR … (0 comments)
fairfax homes: 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 have had additions. They are within walking distance of the Hollin Hall Shopping Center which is the only shopping center in the Fort Hunt Area. Fairfax County Connector Bus to the Huntington Metro operates on Fort Hunt Road. Homes most recently have sold for $450,000. CONTACT ME for assistance with FAIRFAX COUNTY and NORTHERN VIRGINIA … (0 comments)
fairfax homes: MOUNT VERNON FOREST Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/13/08 07:07 PM
As soon as you pass the Mount Vernon Mansion you are less than 5 minutes from Mount Vernon Forest. If you like a treed subdivision this is the spot for you. Most of the homes are on 1/2 acre lots and the elementary school is in the subdivision. Due to its' proximity to the George Washington Parkway it provides an excellent commuting route to Alexandria, Crystal City, Pentagon and DC. There is Fairfax County Connector Bus service to the Huntington Metro. Fort Belvoir is approximately seven minutes away. Homes are currently selling in the $550,000 to $600,000 range. Mount Vernon Forest is a very popular community … (2 comments)
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 Commuting Metrobus Route 18G Express Service to the Pentagon Metro Station operates on Forrester Boulevard close to Charlestown property. The scheduled time to the Pentagon is 30 minutes This … (2 comments)
fairfax homes: SOUTHWOOD Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Fairfax County, Virginia (VA) - Homes - 01/13/08 04:27 PM
Southwood is just about halfway between Fort Belvoir and the Mount Vernon Estate. It is a beautifully maintained subdivision with a very active garden club that decorates the common grounds seasonally. Inbound commuting is facilitated by its proximity to the George Washington Parkway and the Fairfax County Connector Bus to Metro Access to Fort Belvoir would be the quickest at the Tulley Gate on Mount Vernon Memorial Highway. Home sales most recently were in the $650,000 price range. CONTACT ME for assistance with ALEXANDRIA, FAIRFAX COUNTY or NORTHERN VIRGINIA REAL ESTATE RELATED HOME SITES, MOUNT VERNON FOREST, VILLAMAY
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fairfax homes: BELLE VIEW Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/11/08 02:19 PM
Originally developed during World War II as housing for federal employees, the complex was converted to condominiums in 1981 by the IDI Group (Watergate and dozens of other complexes). It is ideally situated on the George Washington Parkway along the Potomac River. You can ride your bike on the bike/jogging path to Olde Towne in 15 minutes.
The Fairfax County Park Authority's Mount Vernon Rec Center with year round ice rink, swimming pool and exercise facilities is at the entrance to Belle View on Fort Hunt Road.
The Martha Washington Library is at the same location. Additionally, The Belle View Shopping Center is in the complex featuring Safeway, CVS Pharmacy, … (0 comments)
fairfax homes: RIVERSIDE ESTATES Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Real Estate - 01/09/08 07:34 AM
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. The homes are about one mile from the George Washington Parkway at Mount Vernon where there is Fairfax County Connector bus service to the Huntington Metro. There is similar service along the Richmond Highway. 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 … (2 comments)
fairfax homes: WHY WE LIVED IN MOUNT VERNON Alexandria Fairfax County VA - 01/04/08 08:05 PM
In 1974 we relocated to Virginia from Massachusettes. After a very thorough tour of Fairfax County we decided Mount Vernon was the place that suited our needs. My husband's office was in Crystal City and the trip in on the George Washington Parkway was a pleasure. Additionally, it was convenient to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport when he had to travel. We were within walking distance of the Mount Vernon Estate. As we walked along Old Mount Vernon Road we passed a gate that provided an unobstructed view of the mansion identical to the one in this article. It was also a short … (7 comments)
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