fairfax county real estate: Building a New Community on an Old Prison Ground - 12/10/07 01:57 PM
For over 100 years Lorton was an area that most residents of Northern Virginia went out of their way to avoid. As a prison complex the 3,200 acre site was huge and when the facility was ordered closed in 1998, Fairfax County began planning in earnest with what to do … (3 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Fairfax County Real Estate Market Conditions - November 2007 - 12/07/07 01:03 PM
Fairfax County Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of November 2007.
For the month of November, the current number of active listings is 6679. Of those active listings, the minimum … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: *GET RICH QUICK*PURCHASE FORECLOSURE PROPERTIES TODAY* - 12/02/07 10:56 AM
FIND IT*FUND IT* FLIP IT*
I’s that easy. At least that is what the speaker said at the “How to Make Money in Foreclosures” seminar offered in Northern Virginia this weekend. Whipping out a twenty dollar bill and asking for a ten in exchange he began to explain if you are … (31 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Newlyweds & New House Equal Big Smiles - 12/01/07 07:40 AM
After an unusually large pile of paperwork Eric and Jessica have settled on their new home in the Virginia Run Community in Fairfax County. I was fortunate enough to meet this nice couple a little over a year ago during an open house at a condo in Alexandria. We looked at … (6 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Update on Foreclosures-Fairfax County VA - 11/19/07 08:43 PM
I have been tracking a small group of foreclosure and short sale properties located in the West Springfield area (zip code 22152) for the last few months to see how low prices might go. This area has mature neighborhoods with loads of trees, is in the popular West Springfield HS pyramid and … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: The Unintended Consequences from an AR Blog - 11/15/07 07:23 PM
When I joined the AR community last spring it wasn’t my first blog but it was the beginning of taking the idea of blogging seriously. As a result setting aside time to scribble and scratch ideas has become part of my daily routine. My digital camera is always with me to … (12 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Kingstowne-A Masterfully Planned Fairfax County Community - 11/14/07 02:13 PM
Twenty years ago on a large expansive of dirt tucked behind Edison High School ground was broken for the first homes that started the 5200 residences that comprise the Kingstowne neighborhood. Designed with both commercial and residential areas the three villages that make up Kingstowne have continued to be popular … (4 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Welcome to Barrington-A great Fairfax County Neighborhood to Call Home - 11/12/07 02:10 PM
Bordered by parkland and Lake Mercer the community of Barrington includes 475 homes brick and stucco executive homes on large treed lots. Located in Fairfax County the neighborhood is close to Route 123 or Ox Road to natives of the area and Silverbrook Road. Barrington is only minutes from the … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: 2710 Floris Lane, Oak Hill, VA 20171 - 11/10/07 10:46 AM
YOU WON'T FIND MANY PROPERTIES LIKE THIS IN FAIRFAX COUNTY!
This 4 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Bath, Brick-Front Colonial Home is situated on nearly 1/2 acre, and the lot is level and backs to mature trees for privacy.
Inside you'll find an open, flowing floorplan. There's a separate Formal Living Room and Formal Dining Room with wood … (3 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Fairfax County Real Estate Market Conditions - 11/06/07 08:48 AM
Fairfax County Real Estate
Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of October 2007.
For the month of October, the total number of active listings on the market in Fairfax County was 5000. Of those active listings, the … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Fairfax County-Lorton Townhouse for Sale - 11/06/07 06:39 AM
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fairfax county real estate: Recordation fees in Virginia with regard to Assessed Value + Grantors Tax increase - 11/05/07 08:40 PM
When you buy or sell a home there are typically recording fees that county, city, and state governments charge.
In Virginia, the recording fees have to be collected on the assessed value of properties if the assessed valued is higher than the sales price. What this means for the sellers is … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: A Fairfax County Neighborhood Built Into the Surroundings Not on Top of Them - 10/31/07 09:28 AM
Just minutes from the buzz of the interstate sits the mid-century Fairfax County neighborhood of Holmes Run Acres. Built on a 122 acre tract of land originally owned by a Washington investor by the name of Herman Schmidt the property was named Holmes Run Acres in 1945 and a set of … (11 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Has Neighborhood Farming Gone The Way of the Plow? - 10/30/07 04:17 PM
Most agents when they think of real estate marketing leap to neighborhood farming. It seems basic enough. You pick an area that you know or want to know and you bombard the homes with newsletters, door hangers and postcards. You do it once, twice maybe three times and if the phone … (7 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA MARKET REPORT - September 2005, 2006, 2007 - 10/22/07 05:05 PM
DON'T TAKE MY WORD FOR IT. NUMBERS DON'T LIE.
Below are the stats reported by the MLS for a county in my market area, Fairfax County, Virginia. I selected the Fairfax County real estate market because it is one of the areas local agents use to show that the market in Fairfax … (6 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Ambling Through Virginia Run in Centreville Virginia - 10/21/07 08:40 PM
Located on over 1200 acres in Centreville, Virginia Run is another of Northern Virginia's classic neighborhoods. When you enter the community the first thing you notice is the long white rail fence that runs down the main road in the community.
Reminisent of the fences lining properties in Virginia's horse … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Things To Do In Loudoun County: Fall Family Fun - 10/08/07 11:54 AM
Are you looking for some Fall Family Fun?
Then look no further than....Cox Farms!
Cox Farms in Centreville is holding their Annual Fall Festival. There's loads to do: Hayrides, Pumpkins, Giant Slides, Rope Swings, Farm Animals and more...
Bring your family and enjoy everything this fall season has to offer.
Cox Farms in Centreville is located at the … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Following Foreclosures in Springfield VA - 09/29/07 03:37 PM
I have been tracking a small group of foreclosure and short sale properties located in the West Springfield area (zip code 22152) for the last few months to see where prices head. This area has mature neighborhoods with loads of trees, is in the popular West Springfield HS pyramid and has easy … (2 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: FORECLOSURES IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA LISTED FOR SALE, FAIRFAX COUNTY REAL ESTATE - 09/21/07 10:16 AM
FORECLOSED HOMES IN FAIRFAX COUNTY LISTED FOR SALE ABOUT 146 DETACHED SINGLE FAMILY HOMES THAT HAVE BEEN FORECLOSED, ARE BANK OWNED AND ARE LISTED FOR SALE.Market report for properties that have been through the foreclosure process and are bank owned.Foreclosed properties are located throughout Fairfax County real estate.FORECLOSURES Fairfax County Properties are located … (3 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Space, Convenience and Location All in One Great Townhouse - 09/11/07 09:35 PM
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fairfax county real estate: 9/11-The Second Day that Changed My Life - 09/10/07 07:13 PM
I've had two major events in my life that changed the path my life was taking. Tomorrow is September 11th and that fateful day was the second event that changed where I thought I was going with my life. The first was the loss of my husband, an Air Force pilot on a … (2 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Fairfax County Tops the Charts - 09/07/07 05:51 AM
The U.S. Census Bureau has released estimates indicating that Fairfax County now has the highest median income in the country, for counties with a population of over 250,000, reaching over $100,000 in 2006. Fairfax County edged out Loudoun County (VA) and Howard County (MD). Montgomery County (MD) which has always been the … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Are you an "Innie" or an "Outie"? - 08/30/07 03:18 PM
No, this isn't a personal question about your belly button. I have some new buyers moving to the Northern Virginia area and they have been reading some of the literature that I sent them to look over before they arrive in the area. Many cities have unique terms to describe different neighborhoods and … (2 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Saying NO to Generic Market Reports! - 08/22/07 07:59 AM
Every month hundreds if not thousands of agents jump on the band wagon and print the latest local market reports. Most of the data that is presented comes from the same sources and the only noticeable difference is the way some agents format the data and the delivery method (print, blog, … (8 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Unlocking Northern Virginia Marketing Reports - 08/11/07 10:06 AM
Every month in Northern Virginia a variety of reports are published by the MRIS, NVAR, Washington Post and others to provide the public with information on recent market trends. The reports focus on comparing housing prices in a user selected zip code from the previous month and the previous year.
When … (2 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: How Wired is your County? - 08/02/07 07:38 AM
Fairfax County has been recognized by the Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties as one of the top digital counties in the US. Counties based on their population were judged on 100 different measurements including services delivery, county governance and technology infrastructure. For counties with a population … (3 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: No Doubt About It- It is a buyer’s market in Northern Virginia - 07/21/07 08:36 AM
Is real estate market suffering from a self fulfilling prophecy? Have all the "experts" who control the press driven real estate into its current tail spin? Are there any significant reasons why consumer confidence in the housing industry is so low?Let's take a look at a few facts about the Northern … (5 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: The Charm of a Small Town-Clifton VA - 07/20/07 09:13 PM
When you think of Northern Virginia you most often think of traffic and suburban shopping malls not older neighborhoods that retain a small town charm. I happen to be a fan of our local "small" towns and explore them whenever I can. Located down a winding two lane road past horse … (1 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: FAIRFAX COUNTY HOMES FOR SALE, AVERAGE PRICES IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA - 07/20/07 08:54 AM
HOMES IN FAIRFAX COUNTY ARE PRICED USING THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
1. DISTANCE TO WASHINGTON, D.C.2. PUBLIC SCHOOL RANK3. PROXIMITY TO DULLES AIRPORT4. PRICE OF HOMES IN DIFFERENT AREAS OF FAIRFAX COUNTY5. PROXIMITY TO HIGH TECH EMPLOYERS6. PROXIMITY TO METRO TRAIN STATIONS
Driving distances from Fairfax City TO Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C.
Burke - 18 … (2 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Are McMansions Going Out of Style? - 06/29/07 07:16 PM
First of all what is a McMansion? Personally I think of it as a house that is built in an older established neighborhood of smaller "traditional" homes. In many cases the home is not built to any particular style with cheaper building materials than were used on the original homes. They … (1 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: FAIRFAX COUNTY VIRGINIA REAL ESTATE MARKET IN JUNE 2007 - 06/21/07 04:14 PM
A PROFILE OF ACTIVE LISTINGS AND HOMES SOLD IN FAIRFAX COUNTY - MAY-JUNE 2007
ACTIVE LISTINGS DETACHED SINGLE FAMILY HOMES IN FAIRFAX COUNTY - JUNE 2007CITY # Homes On Market Average Price
Fairfax County 3941 $910,523Alexandria 644 $721,648Annandale 201 $732,379Centreville 163 $652,335Fairfax City 404 $785,718Herndon 297 $604,505McLean 283 $2,089,850Oakton 76 $1,171,660Reston 100 $707,486Springfleld 461 $571,941Vienna 277 $1,001,409SINGLE FAMILY Homes SOLD in Fairfax County - May, … (4 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Do You Have Questions About Or Have A Relocating Buyer Interested In Loudoun Or Fairfax County, Virginia? - 06/19/07 04:12 PM
If you have questions about Loudoun County, Virginia, whether real estate related or not, feel free to check out the following resources or contact me directly:
www.LoudounStats.com - Personal site/blog dedicated to Loudoun County real estate market stats, data, information and resources for buyers, sellers, investors and those just interested in the local real estate … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Charming All Brick Home in Fairfax County Virginia - 06/16/07 02:48 PM
All Brick BeautyLocation: Yate VillageBeautiful all brick split level home located on quiet cul-de-sac. Welcoming front entry leads you to large living room with hardwood floors and wood burning fireplace. Arched door way leads you to a separate dining room with chair rail molding. Kitchen with granite counters and large window … (1 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: April Sales for Fairfax Station Homes - 05/14/07 09:06 AM
The following is a list of sales in the Fairfax Station area of Fairfax County for April 2007. There are currently 95 homes on the market with one home in Devereux Station listed at $3,000,000.
For more information on Fairfax Station, Fairfax Station Neighborhoods, Fairfax County Real Estate for Sale, or … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: South Run-A Classic Fairfax Station Neighborhood - 05/07/07 08:21 PM
Nestled on tree lined 1/3 acre or larger lots the 530 homes that make up the South Run neighborhood in Fairfax Station are a great find in the Northern Virginia area. Conveniently located off the Fairfax County Parkway and Lee Chapel Road the homes have easy access to major commuting routes … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: House Beautiful in South Run-Fairfax Station - 05/04/07 06:00 PM
If you have been waiting for an opportunity to buy a South Run-Fairfax Station home for under $1,000,000 then your chance has arrived!
With over 4300 finished square feet on three levels and close to 3/4 of an acre lot this home is big and private. All the upgrades that you would … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Fairfax Station a place you want to call home - 05/04/07 05:47 PM
Fairfax Station is an area in Fairfax County, Virginia made up of a number of neighborhoods including South Run, Barrington and Crosspointe to name a few. It is an area of tree lined streets, expensive homes on large lots, rolling hills, parks, and dense forests. Cachet Magazine has ranked Fairfax Station in the top … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: MARKET REPORT FOR HOMES SOLD IN COUNTIES IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA JAN-FEB, 2007 - 03/27/07 06:06 PM
COUNTY SALES REPORTS FOR PROPERTIES IN VIRGINIA
MARKET STATISTICS FOR January and February 2007
SALES FOR HOMES IN THE NORTHERN VIRGINIA REAL ESTATE MARKETFEBRUARY 2007 COMPARED WITH JANUARY 2007 and the Days On The Market (DOM).
The average price for homes sold in Fairfax County VA in January 2007 was $531,143, DOM 106.The price for homes in … (0 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: Fairfax County Real Estate, Virginia homes for sale. - 03/18/07 06:18 PM
Fairfax County homes for sale.
With 395 Square Miles, the FAIRFAX County real estate market offers a wide variety of prices and styles for home buyers. Popular and highly ranked public schools and convenience to D.C. and Northern Virginia high tech employment market are some of the attractions to this important real … (3 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: The Real Estate Buyer's Guide To The Home Buying Process - Part One - 02/07/07 10:43 PM
The process of buying a home is overwhelming to many, especially first time home buyers. Even veteran home buyers may not be aware of new laws, customs, loan options, technologies and market trends that have changed the home buying process since their last purchase. Being the biggest single investment most people … (14 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: ABOUT THE CHANGING REAL ESTATE MARKET IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA - 02/03/07 08:19 PM
IT WAS A PERFECT STORM, JOBS - TRANSPORTATION - HOUSINGA funny thing happened to the demographics of Northern Virginia real estate beginning about 1993 to 2000 and continuing on today. * High tech industry came to Northern Virginia with the expansion of the Internet. * Smart government investment in highway … (1 comments)
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fairfax county real estate: REAL ESTATE IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA - A GUIDE FOR CONSUMERS - 12/26/06 12:45 PM
MARKET REPORT FOR REAL ESTATE IN FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIAHISTORY of FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIAThe history of Fairfax County cannot be separated from the history of our republic and the history of George Washington and George Mason. It was these men who led the American Patriots to freedom andset the United States of … (12 comments)
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