quantico: Living in the Middle of Prince William County - 09/17/08 08:09 AM
You often hear the news talk about eastern or western Prince William County but in reality it is one huge county that covers 338 square miles with no official dividing line. Growth in county has spurred new development throughout the county and one such community is the Prince William County … (4 comments)
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quantico: Prince William VA Homes Sold Report - Homes Sold in Prince William Virginia August - Prince William Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 09/11/08 07:53 PM
Prince William Real Estate Report for August 2008 Home Sales in Prince William Virginia Still Saw Homes Sold Drop of 28% Compared to Same Sale Period August 2005, but 100% Increase Over Last Year! Prince William Virginia Homes Price Average of Homes Sold is Still Trending to Move Lower - Prince William Real Estate Market Report.
This real estate report shows - that a 4 … (0 comments)
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quantico: All Aboard-Virginia Rail Express In Eastern Prince William County - 09/09/08 03:34 PM
When the VRE first began operations along the I-95 corridor in 1992 there were questions as to whether the lack of housing near the train stations would derail the long term plans for the commuter rail. Now with new communities growing up along the commuter rail line and the rising price … (1 comments)
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quantico: Fort Belvoir and Quantico-BRAC Changes Are on the Way - 09/02/08 11:03 PM
With over 21,000 jobs scheduled for a move to Fort Belvoir and another 2600 scheduled for Quantico all of the counties and areas close to the bases are preparing for change. Even though the influx of personnel won't be complete until Fall 2011 signs of the influx are popping up.You can … (2 comments)
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quantico: The Three Flags Over Quantico - One Flies Proudly At Half Mast - 08/22/08 07:40 PM
When most people in Northern Virginia think of Quantico they think of MCB Quantico. That is only natural since it is one of the largest USMC bases in the world and one of the larger employers in Northern Virginia. However, the American flag flies over 3 places named Quantico.
1. The … (2 comments)
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quantico: Memories Of A Former Combat Marine About Service To My Comrades - 08/22/08 06:26 PM
If you've ever served in The Corps (as I have) and have ever been stationed at MCB Quantico you most certainly have been to "Q'Town". There is no other town like it in the US. It is completely surrounded by the base. I revisited "Q'Town" recently and realized not much has changed with … (0 comments)
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quantico: The Washington Business Journal Likes Us and So Will You - 08/16/08 06:43 AM
The latest edition of the Washington Business Journal (WBJ) has named Town of Occoquan and the Occoquan River Communities in the top 13 communities to watch in the DC Metro area in the future.
Having recently posted about New Urbanism in Northern Virginia it was interesting to see the WBJ cover some of … (4 comments)
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quantico: Belmont Bay Rental Perched Between Three Military Bases - 08/11/08 03:21 PM
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If you have orders to head to Fort Belvoir, Quantico or the Pentagon then this 2500 SQ FT (apx) end unit townhouse in Belmont Bay at749 Vestal Street may be just what you are looking for.Enjoy panoramic views … (0 comments)
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quantico: A New Community Blossoms Where Prisoners Once Lived - 07/31/08 02:36 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 at night driving by the area the signs warning you not to pick up anyone on the road were … (10 comments)
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quantico: "Buyers Market" Seminar from Northern VA Military Relocation Specialist - 07/22/08 02:41 PM
GET THE BEST IN A BUYERS MARKETJULY 24 - 26
Individual Appointments "Buyers Market" Seminar Friday, 9:00pm - 5:00pm Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00pm Saturday, 9:00pm - 4:00pm Friday, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Embassy Suites, 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA 93955
RELOCATING TO:Quantico - Fort BelvoirPentagon - NRO
Meet with an … (0 comments)
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quantico: Minutes From Quantico-Peace and Quiet on 3.3 Acres - 07/19/08 11:39 AM
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quantico: Enjoy an Afternoon with a Glass of Wine at the Potomac Point Winery - 07/06/08 06:46 PM
When most people think of Virginia Wineries they immediately gravitate to the west of the DC area towards the Shenandoah Valley and southwest to the Charlottesville area. However tucked just south of Quantico Marine Base in north Stafford County is the one year old Potomac Point Winery.
Down a country … (10 comments)
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quantico: Headed to Quantico? Then Check out This Great Home in Stafford County - 07/06/08 11:11 AM
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quantico: Ooh-Rah: Visiting the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Quantico VA - 07/05/08 03:25 PM
Ooh-Rah!
What better way to celebrate freedom, independence, honor our troops, veterans, and learn about our nation's military history (and celebrate my birthday on July 2nd) than visiting the National Museum of the Marine Corps in across the street from Quantico Marines Corps Base in Prince William County, Virginia?
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quantico: N.Stafford, VA 5Br/3.5bath 4183 sq ft. THIS WON"T LAST at $365,000 JUST LISTED! - 06/28/08 09:54 PM
This is one that you should take a look at. It will not last long at $365,000 in N.Stafford, VA. It is approx. 100K under the assessed value.
3 Piedmont Drive, in the Somerset Landing subdivision in STAFFORD,VA
5 bedrooms/3.5 bath
4183 sq ft total
Just built in 2006
OPEN floor … (0 comments)
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quantico: Good Things Come to Those That Open the Front Door - 06/28/08 05:22 PM
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quantico: Furnished Rental with Easy Access to Multiple Military Bases or Government Academies - 06/25/08 09:32 PM
If you are headed to the FBI Academy, DEA Academy, Defense Department Schools or Local Military Bases and need a furnished rental then this is the place for you
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quantico: The PCS Orders Have Arrived and Your Headed to Northern Virginia - 06/23/08 09:41 PM
The PCS orders have arrived! The phone has been ringing as military families around the world have gotten the word that their next duty station is in the Northern Virginia area. The first few days after the PCS orders arrive all the questions about housing, schools and transportation can lead to sleepless … (7 comments)
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quantico: Prince William Virginia Map - Prince William VA Map for Real Estate | Search Prince William Homes in Bristow, Dale City, Dumfries, Gainesville, Haymarket, Lake Ridge, Manassas, Nokesville, Occoquan, Quantico, Triangle, and Woodbridge Virginia! - 06/18/08 11:47 PM
Looking for homes for sale in Prince William Virginia? Prince William County may be one of the best places to buy a home in the suburban DC area. Reasonable prices, newer homes make Prince william a great place to call home! Recent Prince William homes sale prices have dropped substantially over last year, and … (0 comments)
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quantico: Pay It Forward.....Giving Back to the HOPE HOUSE in Fredericksburg, VA - 06/17/08 02:37 PM
Welcome to everyone! I just wanted to throw this out there....I know that in this market homes are not moving at the fast pace that they once were but that just means that we can get focused on not just helping our clients buy or sell their homes but we have a chance … (3 comments)
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quantico: A Favorite with Military Families-Westridge in Prince William County - 06/16/08 08:17 PM
Tucked in the trees just off of Old Bridge Road in Prince William County is the quiet community of Westridge. Coming down the main tree lined drive you come upon the large community center, pond and fountain and you know you are in a neighborhood that makes you feel welcome.Within … (5 comments)
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quantico: Privacy, Tranquility and A Gem of a Home in Stafford County - 06/05/08 07:16 PM
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quantico: Can You Use a VA Loan to Buy a Home in Foreclosure? - 05/30/08 08:56 PM
There seems to be a rumor flying around that you can't use a VA loan to buy a foreclosure property. THIS IS NOT TRUE! Buyers all over Northern Virginia are successfully closing on a foreclosure property using their VA loans. It is funny how rumor becomes fact by just one person … (3 comments)
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quantico: Don't Settle For Ordinary When You Can Have Extrodinary - 05/29/08 07:33 PM
Coming Friday May 30, 2008! Minutes to Quantico and I-95 Yet a World Away
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quantico: The News Came Knocking and the Assumptions Were Wrong - 05/27/08 07:45 PM
Today our local Washington ABC News Channel came knocking on our office door with a camera crew to put together a story on the high rate of foreclosures close to local military bases. They came with the assumption that due to the high number of military personnel in our area that … (12 comments)
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quantico: Armed Forces Vacation Club.....A well kept secret..till now! - 05/22/08 08:29 AM
I was introduced to the Armed Forces Vacation Club by a friend who could not believe that I was unaware of it. Well, that was a couple of years ago and I have enjoyed it ever since. I am now passing the torch on to all of you to enjoy!
The … (4 comments)
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quantico: VA Loans-One of the Great Benefits for Military Families - 05/21/08 08:25 AM
If it hadn't been for the VA home loan program I never would have been able to buy my first two homes! Now years later I'm helping military families transitioning to Fort Belvoir, Quantico or anywhere in the Military District of Washington use the VA Home Loan Program to buy homes.
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quantico: Days like this come once in a lifetime... Breakfast on the SouthLawn of the White House! - 05/12/08 03:14 PM
Days like this come once in a life time!
I received an invitation to the White House for a celebration event honoring Military Spouses. My first instinct was that it had to be a hoax. I mentioned it to my husband that night he seemed intrigued. He was the … (9 comments)
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quantico: Come Out To Play In Belmont Bay-Prince William Counties Premier Waterfront Community - 04/26/08 07:36 PM
Hidden just across the Prince William County line is the waterfront community of Belmont Bay. As you cross the Occoquan River take a glance to your left and you will be surprised at what you will see. A community Washingtonian Magazine has twice picked as one of the "best communities" to … (4 comments)
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quantico: Anheuser-Busch Salute to the Heroes 2008 - 03/12/08 09:39 PM
Anheuser Busch for the last several years has had a campaign called Salute to the Heroes. Anheuser-Busch will again this year 2008 continue their Salute to the Heroes program. As a member of a military family I have taken advantage of this offer the last several years. My family and I have visited several of … (2 comments)
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quantico: Spotsylvania County Kindergarten Registration opens March 31 for 2008-2009! - 03/06/08 09:31 AM
Kindergarten registration for the 2008-2009 Spotsylvania County school year begins on March31.
Spotsylvania County has 16 elementary schools. To found out which one you are zoned for, click here. Spotsylvania County Schools home page.
Elementary Schools
Battlefield
Berkely Home of the Berkeley Beavers
Brock Road Home of the Bobcats
Chancellor Home of the Knights
Court House Rd Home of the Cardinals
Courtland Home … (0 comments)
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quantico: Belmont Bay-Harborside Condos-Great New Pricing - 03/04/08 09:03 PM
Do you want to leave the worries of taking care of a yard and all the maintenance of detached home behind? If you would are then you are ready to check out the latest luxury waterfront condo project in Prince William County. Overlooking the marina and Occoquan River in Belmont Bay, … (2 comments)
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quantico: Miltary Relocating to Quantico Time to Think Summer Camps! - 03/04/08 05:10 PM
Summer Camps are coming, ready or not!
Just received your orders to Quantico? Time to start planning, time to think Summer Camp registration.
The fast paced world we live in requires us to plan a couple months in advance for everything that we do, Summer Camps are no exception. Summer Camps are a great … (4 comments)
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quantico: Moving to Stafford County! Here is another great reason why! - 03/04/08 02:48 PM
Stafford made the list! What list? Glad you asked. In a recent article by Forbes.com, Stafford County Virginia was found to be one of the Best Places to Get Ahead. Forbes.com reported that Stafford County is one of the places that income growth and job growth are the highest. Just another … (0 comments)
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quantico: Long wait for base housing! - 02/13/08 03:58 PM
Growing up in the military, I was never fond of living in base housing. Bouncing from coast to coast and island too, my family stayed in base housing only once, while my dad was at a school based in Quantico, so, maybe for only a year. Everyone's parents worked together all … (0 comments)
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quantico: Military Relocation-Getting To Know Quantico - 01/24/08 04:16 PM
Since Quantico Marine Corps Base first opened its doors in 1917 it has taken on the role of not only being the “Crossroads of the Marine Corps” but also the “Frontline of Innovation” for the Marines. As you drive through the gates of Quantico you can’t help but realize how … (5 comments)
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quantico: Military Relocation-Aquia Harbour in Stafford County VA - 01/22/08 05:56 PM
Military Relocation, Military Relocation Virginia, Quantico Within minutes to the gates of Quantico in Stafford County VA is the gated community of Aquia Harbour. Built in the early 1970’s the neighborhood original attracted weekend boaters and those wanting a retreat from the city. Then with the widening of the major highways, … (0 comments)
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quantico: Quantico Marine Base-Housing with a History - 01/06/08 06:43 AM
As with so many military bases in Northern Virginia the need to improve older base housing often means tearing down outdated housing to make way for homes that meet the needs of today’s families. At Quantico that meant getting rid of the largest collection of pre-fab Lustron homes found in … (15 comments)
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quantico: Military Relocation to Northern Virginia-Bag Your Bags - 01/02/08 07:00 AM
You know how it is with the military. Rumors always precede your actually orders. When my husband finished pilot training and made his request for the type of aircraft he wanted to fly we had no idea what might happen next. On the day that the first step of orders arrived … (6 comments)
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quantico: ARE YOU BEING ASSIGNED TO QUANTICO? - 01/01/08 03:49 PM
If you are married, your first concern is, "Where are we going to live?" Fortunately, there are numerous, viable options available to you. Additionally, if you purchase a home in Prince William County you will be within 15 to 30 minutes of Quantico without sitting in traffic.
The following links to communities close … (2 comments)
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quantico: THE MARINES HAVE LANDED - IN MOUNT VERNON FAIRFAX COUNTY VA - 12/31/07 02:46 PM
Recently, a RE/MAX agent in Colorado contacted me for assistance with a referral. Her sister and brother-in-law were both Marines renting a home in Prince William County. They had decided to purchase, but were uncertain as to the best location - one was stationed at Fort Belvoir - the other was stationed at Marine Corps … (2 comments)
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quantico: Stafford County Maryland Market Conditions as of December 21, 2007 - 12/22/07 12:44 PM
Real Estate with Personality
Stafford County Virginia Real Estate Market Conditionfor Week Ending December 21, 2007
Stafford County is a developing community just south of Washington DC; and Prince Williams County; east of Culpeper and north of Spotsylvania County.
My name is Vangie Williams of Exit Signature Realty and I continuously monitor Stafford County and other local real … (0 comments)
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quantico: MONTCLAIR - Dumfries Prince William County VA Real Estate - 12/09/07 05:59 PM
Montclair is one of the most popular residential subdivisions in easter Prince William County.
It is, as the community's website says, "When you recall your hometown, you are bound to think of tree-lined streets, blooming flowers, ample yards, parks for playing and friendly neighbors. For the nostalgic feeling that brings you home, … (8 comments)
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quantico: PORT POTOMAC - Woodbridge, Prince William County, Virginia, (VA) - Homes - 12/09/07 03:21 PM
Port Potomac is one of the newest communities in eastern Prince William County. As can be clearly seen on the map it is ideally situated to facilitate commuting.
The VRE station at Rippon Landing is approxinately 15 minutes away. Click on the cartoon for schedules
There is Omniride bus service at Rt 234 and … (6 comments)
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quantico: Potomac Club in Prince William County Named Top Selling Community - 12/05/07 03:54 PM
The Potomac Club community located on 200 acres in Prince William County was recently named the best selling planned community in the Northern Virginia area by the Hanley Woods Market Intelligence report which tracks new home developments across the area.
Three recognized builders; Pulte, Ryan and M/I homes are … (0 comments)
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quantico: DALE CITY - Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 11/26/07 01:11 PM
Dale City was the inspiration of Cecil Dale Hylton and his wife Irene. His firm, Hylton Homes began developing homes in Dale City west of I-95 at the conclusion of World War II. The construction stretched from I-95 west to Hoadly Road.
The pictures at the right and immediately below … (0 comments)
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quantico: TWIN OAKS - 2500 to3000 SQUARE FEET IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY - 11/22/07 05:24 PM
The square footage above is for the main and upper levels only - it does not include basement square footage. There are 200 detached homes in Twin Oaks - the first homes were delivered in 1986.
One of the features of this subdivision is that the homes are on 1/4 acre lots. New … (2 comments)
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quantico: AID TO RECOVERING VETERANS - 11/21/07 06:46 PM
Recovering veterans are now sent to the Veteran's Administration Hospital best qualified to provide care for their specific injuries. This is a departure from the old policy in which an injured vet was sent to the Veteran's Administration Hospital closest to their home.
It is not difficult to understand that this creates an … (4 comments)
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quantico: TOYS FOR TOTS - 11/16/07 10:01 AM
It's that time of the year again when Marine Corps Reserve Units or Marine Corps League Detachments go all out in their mission of providing a NEW TOY for needy children throughout the country. In those parts of the country where there are no Reserve or League units men and women, usually retired … (11 comments)
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quantico: "HOT" LANES ARE COMING TO I-95/395 - 11/15/07 03:34 PM
WHAT ARE HOT LANES AND WHY DO WE NEED THEM?
HOT = HIGH OCCUPANCY TARIFF. WHY IS THERE A NEED?
We are the nation's 3rd most congested area.We have the nation's 2nd longest commuteFour - in ten outer suburbs have average commutes of more than 45 minutes.Virginia's residents spend $1.7 billion annually in delays … (7 comments)
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quantico: Whistle Stop Tour of Northern Virginia - 11/05/07 04:53 PM
Though you won't find fried green tomatoes on this tour you will find the Whistle Stop Café at the Quantico VRE Station. When the VRE first began operations along the I-95 corridor in 1992 there were questions as to whether the lack of housing near the train stations would derail the … (4 comments)
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quantico: Westridge - Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 10/28/07 07:21 AM
When the developers exhausted the land supply in Lake Ridge they bought a major tract just at the west end of Lake Ridge and voila - Westridge was born. The Springwoods section of Lake Ridge connects with Westridge without having to access Old Bridge Road.
One of the attractive features to families with … (0 comments)
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quantico: Homes For Sale in Stafford VA - 08/21/07 06:48 AM
Homes for sale in Stafford VA continue to be popular for those who want to be close to Washington DC and still be able to afford the home they live in. Home prices in Stafford County VA are lower than those further north; however, the commute time is often about equal … (2 comments)
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quantico: Stone River Community in Stafford County VA - 05/18/07 06:11 AM
Stone River is a Planned Unit Development (PUD) in Stafford County VA.
Stone River is conveniently located along US Route 1 between Garrisonville and Stafford Courthouse. And most importantly, it is located just a few miles south of the US Marine Corps Base at Quantico. Many Marines stationed at Quantico live here … (2 comments)
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quantico: Fredericksburg Virgina Landmark For Locals and Military Families - 02/20/07 10:44 AM
Two days ago, one of historic Fredericksburg Virginia's landmarks opened for business again. No, it's not a museum. It's not an historic shrine either. It isn't a new store in a new mall. It's Carl's.
Never heard of it? Well our friends, Jim and Ellen Crawford down in HotLanta are big fans … (5 comments)
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quantico: Marines begin process to move new jobs to Quantico - 08/24/06 08:36 AM
A ring of poster boards sat on easels last night at the Ramada Inn in Triangle, each describing how the Marine Corps will study the impact of 3,000 new jobs moving to Quantico by 2011. But John Elkin, a retired engineer from Prince William, didn't need colorful charts and graphics to … (0 comments)
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