Arlington, Va and Northern Virginia Real Real Estate

Century 21 Superbowl Ad. The Tension Mounts!

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:03:51 -0500

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Hot off the presses! Fed to keep interest rates low through 2014

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:15:46 -0500

More good news to aid in our continuing housing recovery.

Press Release

Release Date: January 25, 2012

For immediate release

Information received since the Federal Open Market Committee met in December suggests that the economy has been expanding moderately, notwithstanding some slowing in global growth. While indicators point to some further improvement in overall labor market conditions, the unemployment rate remains elevated. Household spending has continued to advance, but growth in business fixed investment has slowed, and the housing sector remains depressed. Inflation has been subdued in recent months, and longer-term inflation expectations have remained stable.

Consistent with its statutory mandate, the Committee seeks to foster maximum employment and price stability. The Committee expects economic growth over coming quarters to be modest and consequently anticipates that the unemployment rate will decline only gradually toward levels that the Committee judges to be consistent with its dual mandate. Strains in global financial markets continue to pose significant downside risks to the economic outlook. The Committee also anticipates that over coming quarters, inflation will run at levels at or below those consistent with the Committee's dual mandate.

To support a stronger economic recovery and to help ensure that inflation, over time, is at levels consistent with the dual mandate, the Committee expects to maintain a highly accommodative stance for monetary policy. In particular, the Committee decided today to keep the target range for the federal funds rate at 0 to 1/4 percent and currently anticipates that economic conditions--including low rates of resource utilization and a subdued outlook for inflation over the medium run--are likely to warrant exceptionally low levels for the federal funds rate at least through late 2014.

The Committee also decided to continue its program to extend the average maturity of its holdings of securities as announced in September. The Committee is maintaining its existing policies of reinvesting principal payments from its holdings of agency debt and agency mortgage-backed securities in agency mortgage-backed securities and of rolling over maturing Treasury securities at auction. The Committee will regularly review the size and composition of its securities holdings and is prepared to adjust those holdings as appropriate to promote a stronger economic recovery in a context of price stability.

Voting for the FOMC monetary policy action were: Ben S. Bernanke, Chairman; William C. Dudley, Vice Chairman; Elizabeth A. Duke; Dennis P. Lockhart; Sandra Pianalto; Sarah Bloom Raskin; Daniel K. Tarullo; John C. Williams; and Janet L. Yellen. Voting against the action was Jeffrey M. Lacker, who preferred to omit the description of the time period over which economic conditions are likely to warrant exceptionally low levels of the federal funds rate.

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Open House 1-4 Reduced, $2500 seller credit, 1 mile to Clarendon, 5 minutes to DC $257,900. Awesome!

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 09:49:03 -0500

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$2500.00 Closing cost credit for the lucky buyer of this great home. Lowest price unit in complex. Check out the new granite, appliances, wood floors, paint and great community. Beautifully updated bath. About 1 mile to Clarendon metro. Set way back from Arlington Blvd in lovely courtyard. Washer/Dryer in unit, extra storage too. Close to 395 and Washington Blvd. Common area for dog walking. On the bike path. Great commuting location. Call me to see this great home. 571-228-5656

Features

Bedrooms:	1
Bathrooms:	1
Year Built:	1943
Square Footage:	642
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR9000644

Location

vFlyer Id: 85869008

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New Westover Farmer's Market is coming to Arlington, Va.

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:40:27 -0500

The New Westover farmers market is scheduled to be up and running this summer. Since I live in the neighborhood I'm very excited about this. Some folks are worried about traffic/parking and congestion. Is it worth it? What do you think? Article is courtesy of ARLnow.

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Meet the candidates night in Arlington. January 10th at 7:30

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 07:48:30 -0500

This message was sent out by the Overlee Knolls representative:

With Barbara Favola’s election to the Virginia Senate, an open seat is now available on the Arlington County Board. At least six candidates have filed to run for the seat. Candidates have agreed to participate in a local candidates night cosponsored by Leeway Overlee. The event takes place the evening of Tuesday, January 10th. Below is the information provided by the Madison Manor Civic Association for this event. This is likely your best opportunity to meet those running, many of whom may not be well known in the community.

Candidates Night
Tuesday, January 10 at 7:30 p.m.
McKinley Elementary School
1050 N. McKinley Road (22205)

Who will be the next Arlington County Board member? Come participate in the process!

Candidates will arrive at 7:00 to meet with the community and enjoy light refreshments. The debate will begin promptly at 7:30. Questions must be submitted in advance and will be drawn in random order as time permits. Questions will be randomly assigned to candidates. Each candidate will make a brief opening statement and closing statement. You may submit questions to dhramp@yahoo.com or bring them in advance on an index card (please include your full name).

Sponsored by:
Madison Manor Civic Association, Leeway Overlee Civic Association, Tara-Leeway Heights Civic Association, Foxcroft Heights Civic Association, Barcroft School and Civic League, Glencarlyn Civic Association, Clarendon Courthouse Civic Association, Williamsburg Civic Association, Yorktown Civic Association, and Arlington Gay and Lesbian Alliance

Attendees (representing Democratic party):
Melissa Bondi
Peter Fallon
Libby Garvey
Kim Klingler
Elmer Lowe
Terron Sims
Audrey Clement (representing Green Party)

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Investor Alert!! First time home buyer? This is a great opportunity for either. Open 1-4 today January 8

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 09:32:37 -0500

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$1000.00 Closing cost credit for the lucky buyer of this great home. Lowest price unit in complex. Check out the new granite, appliances, wood floors, paint and great community. Beautifully updated bath. About 1 mile to Clarendon metro. Set way back from Arlington Blvd in lovely courtyard. Washer/Dryer in unit, extra storage too. Close to 395 and Washington Blvd. Common area for dog walking. On the bike path. Great commuting location. Call me to see this great home. 571-228-5656

Features

Bedrooms:	1
Bathrooms:	1
Year Built:	1943
Square Footage:	642
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR9000644

Location

vFlyer Id: 85869008

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Got a pet? Need a rental in Arlington, Va? Near the metro? Great neighborhood? Awesome schools? Here it is!.

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:15:44 -0500

$3,450.00 per month - Give your dog (and yourself) a home in this beautiful renovated Bungalow near the EFC metro. Just listed as a rental for $3450.00.

Location: Overlee

Renovated and ready. Get ready for enjoying some time swinging on your front porch. This is a classic bungalow with full size front porch (recently installed Brazillian hardwood), spacious rooms, updated kitchen (with breakfast room), four bedrooms and two and a half baths, fireplace and wood floors. Basement is unfinished but full size. Huge lot too with plenty of expansion possibilites. Plenty of room to expand if you want. Lawn Service included. Owner will accept pet with pet deposit. 18 mos lease preferred.

Contact Information

Jane Jensen

janejensen@comcast.net

571-228-5656

Pricing

Rent: $3,450.00 per month

Available Date: Sun Jan 01, 2012

Deposit: 3450.00

Minimum Lease: 12 Mos.

Included Utilities: none

Property Location

6220 Lee Hwy

Arlington, VA 22205

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Features

Bedrooms: 4	Bathrooms: 2.5
Parking Spaces: Driveway	Year Built: 1935
Subdivision: OverLee	School District: Yorktown
Agent Name: Jane Jensen	Broker: Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #: AR7738626

Attributes

Appliances

Range/Oven
Full Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Dishwasher

Interior Amenities

Fireplace
Hardwood Floors

Equal Housing Opportunity

VFLYER ID: 117416007

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Equal Housing Opportunity

VFLYER ID: 117416007

All information in this site is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and is subject to change

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Columbia Pike Street Car project-Are you a fan?

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 07:44:37 -0500

Most people to seem to have an opinion on the Columbia Pike Street Car. You love it or hate it. Costs have clearly spiraled upward. However, as Arlington has put more support behind Coumbia Pike development we are beginning to see the results of those efforts in restaurants, stores, and new construction. Being a fan of mass transit I have continued to support the trolley project but I do wonder how other folks feel as the costs have risen. Here is some information on the project. I'm curious as to what others think.

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Arlington, Va leaf collection update 2011

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 07:41:28 -0500

Arlington is starting it's second pass at leaf collection. If you are an Arlington county homeowner and plan on putting your leaves out at the curb here's the upcoming schedule for the second pass.

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Arlington, Va. Open 1-3 Sunday December 4, 2011

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 06:04:32 -0500

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Lowest price unit in complex. Check out the new granite, appliances, wood floors, paint and great community. Beautifully updated bath. About 1 mile to Clarendon metro. Set way back from Arlington Blvd in lovely courtyard. Washer/Dryer in unit, extra storage too. Close to 395 and Washington Blvd. Common area for dog walking. On the bike path. Great commuting location. Call me to see this great home. 571-228-5656

Features

Bedrooms:	1
Bathrooms:	1
Year Built:	1943
Square Footage:	642
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR9000644

Location

vFlyer Id: 85869008

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Congratulations Sam and Sarah

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:05:34 -0500

Congratulations to Sam, Sarah and the ridiculously cute Darwin on the purchase of their first home in The Continental in Arlington, Va.

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Arlington, Va announces the best of Arlington ABBIE Awards

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:01:09 -0500

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Open house in Arlington, Va. November 27, 2011. Truly awesome bungalow in great neighborhood near EFC metro. $699,000!

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 08:16:42 -0500

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Classic Bungalow Style	Brazillian Hardwood	Living room with those huge windows
Updated kitchen with granite!	Great breakfast nook	Spacious dining room (classic bungalow style)
Bedroom	Bedroom	Bedroom

Description

This is a very good value. Renovated and ready. Get ready for enjoying some time swinging on your front porch. This is a classic bungalow with full size front porch (recently installed Brazillian hardwood), spacious rooms, updated kitchen (with breakfast room), four bedrooms and two and a half baths, fireplace and wood floors. Basement is unfinished but full size. Huge lot too with plenty of expansion possibilites. Plenty of room to expand if you want. Ask about Overlee Pool membership.

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1935
Subdivision:	Overlee Knolls.
Lot Size:	.36
Square Footage:	3648
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR7674454

Location

vFlyer Id: 82614002

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Open Sunday November 20. 1-4. You'll love this home.

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 07:55:20 -0500

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Classic Bungalow Style	Brazillian Hardwood	Living room with those huge windows
Updated kitchen with granite!	Great breakfast nook	Spacious dining room (classic bungalow style)
Bedroom	Bedroom	Bedroom

Description

Get ready for enjoying some time swinging on your front porch. This is a classic bungalow with full size front porch (recently installed Brazillian hardwood), spacious rooms, updated kitchen (with breakfast room), four bedrooms and two and a half baths. Basement is unfinished but full size. Huge lot too. Plenty of room to expand if you want. Ask about Overlee Pool membership.

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1935
Subdivision:	Overlee Knolls.
Lot Size:	.36
Square Footage:	3648
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR7674454

Location

vFlyer Id: 82614002

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October Real Estate Sold Statistics for Arlington, Va.

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:20:47 -0500

Here are the real estate statistics for Arlington, Va. October 2011. These are the statistics reported through the Multiple Listing so they will not include For Sale by Owner properties or others that were not reported through the MLS. In general, once again, total sales are down while sales prices are up. What we are seeing is sellers staying firm on prices and waiting for the buyer willing to pay or in many cases, simply not selling their home and turning to the rental market which is quite strong at the moment. Many of these folks feel that the market will be stronger for sellers next year. That remains to be seen. As home prices stabilize and more folks do decide to put their home on the market supply and demand may keep prices from rising. In general, we are in uncharted real estate territory. The low, low interest rates seemed to spur buyers during the spring and summer months but with the arrival of the dog days of August things slowed and did not significantly pick up during the fall. The realization that interest rates are going to stay low and concerns over jobs has dampened the enthusiasm of buyers to make a quick decision. On the good news side for sellers, because of the relatively stable employment and new job creation in our area we do have buyers. They are looking for value and when they see it they buy it.

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Open house 1-3 today November 13, 2011. Awesome value. $257,900 in N. Arlington, 1 mile to Clarendon

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 09:17:41 -0500

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Bedrooms:	1
Bathrooms:	1
Year Built:	1943
Square Footage:	642
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR9000644

Location

vFlyer Id: 85869008

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Wondering what you can recycle in Arlington, Va? Here's your list.

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:30:47 -0500

Arlington is going more and more green. We can recycle more material then several years ago. Here's a current list.

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A beautiful Fall day in Arlington, Va.

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:06:11 -0500

It's a beautiful fall day here. Can't wait to get out and show some homes. Look what I saw on my walk this morning. Gorgeous!

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Open house in Arlington, Va November 6, 2011. 4 beds/2.5 baths, walk to metro, priced to sell. Come see it!

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 08:14:46 -0500

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Classic Bungalow Style	Brazillian Hardwood	Living room with those huge windows
Updated kitchen with granite!	Great breakfast nook	Spacious dining room (classic bungalow style)
Bedroom	Bedroom	Bedroom

Description

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1935
Subdivision:	Overlee Knolls.
Lot Size:	.36
Square Footage:	3648
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR7674454

Location

vFlyer Id: 82614002

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Arlington, Va. September Real Estate Statisics

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 06:48:34 -0500

Here are statistics from the September home sales in Arlington, Va as reported through the multiple listing systems (for sale by owner and other transactions not noted in the MLS will not show up in these reports).

I don't think there were any real suprises here. As home prices have crept up (both median and Average) we have seen a corresponding downturn in total closed sales and an increase in the days on market. If you were going to try to understand what is happening here you could speculate that as the market improves ever so slowly sellers are getting more feisty about holding the line on prices and buyers are staying stubborn about not buying homes priced over last years comps. I don't have statistics yet but I've had a sense in October that more buyers and sellers are reaching concensus. Sellers want to sell and buyers are deciding if they really want "that" house they will need to pay a little more then they would have a year or two ago. And, with the lower interest rates, their monthly costs may even be less.

If you would like to discuss more specific statistics for your neighborhood or zipcode give me a call or send an email.

571-228-5656. janejensen@comcast.net

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Happy Halloween from me and my Friends!

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:57:44 -0400

We had a little pumpkin carving contest at my house. Amazing how competitive a group of "adults" can get when there is a prize ribbon on the line. Which one is your favorite. Tell me, then I'll tell you which one one first price.

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Best Value in N. Arlington. Open 1-4 Oct 30. 1 bedroom in Cambridge courts. Minutes to DC. One mile to Clarendon metro. $257,900 (really!...and Renovated)

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 09:07:13 -0400

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Open 1-4 October 30, 2011. Lowest price unit in complex. Check out the new granite, appliances, wood floors, paint and great community. Beautifully updated bath. About 1 mile to Clarendon metro. Set way back from Arlington Blvd in lovely courtyard. Washer/Dryer in unit, extra storage too. Close to 395 and Washington Blvd. Common area for dog walking. On the bike path. Great commuting location. Call me to see this great home. 571-228-5656

Features

Bedrooms:	1
Bathrooms:	1
Year Built:	1943
Square Footage:	642
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR9000644

Location

vFlyer Id: 85869008

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Open House today. 1-4. Such a good deal it's spooky. Reduced and renovated. Just a treat, no trick, and I'll have goodies.

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:54:44 -0400

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Classic Bungalow Style	Brazillian Hardwood	Living room with those huge windows
Updated kitchen with granite!	Great breakfast nook	Spacious dining room (classic bungalow style)
Bedroom	Bedroom	Bedroom

Description

Features

Bedrooms:	4
Bathrooms:	2.5
Year Built:	1935
Subdivision:	Overlee Knolls.
Lot Size:	.36
Square Footage:	3648
Agent Name:	Jane Jensen
Broker:	Century 21 New Millennium
MLS #:	AR7674454

Location

vFlyer Id: 82614002

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Who makes the home buying decision?

Jane Jensen (Century 21 New Millennium) — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:34:30 -0400

It's no secret, because I've said it a few times, that no man has ever bought a house his wife didn't want. Really. Even if he thinks he did. Don't send me hate mail on this. It's really a bit tongue in cheek. Here's a guy that I think would agree.

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