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Gunston Corner Homes Market Report - Gunston Corner Townhouses Condos

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Gunston Corner Homes Market Report -  Gunston Corner Townhouses Condos

 

Gunston Corner is a planned community of 99 townhouses located in Lorton VA.  The community also offers a nice selection of single and multi-level condos from which to choose.  Gunston Corner is  located just minutes away from Interstate 95 and is less than a 30-minute drive to Washington, DC.  For added convenience, Gunston Corner is located within minutes from preferred schools, restaurants, shops, recreational facilities, and other amenities located in and around the Lorton area.

 

For ease of commuting, Gunston Corner is located within a 15-minute drive to the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station and also provides easy access to the Virginia Railway Express commuter train and the Fairfax County Connector.  For ease of parking, a Park and Ride Lot is less than one mile away from the community of Gunston Corner.

 

 

Gunston Corner Market Update

 

Currently, there are 4 active condo and townhouse listings in Gunston Corner and 1 listing under contract.   Average statistics for these listings are as follows:

 

 

ACTIVE (4)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

List Price

BR

BA

FB

HB

DOMM

Lot Sqft

Yr Built

 

Min

$159,000

2

2

1

0

1

-

1993

 

Max

$215,000

2

2

2

1

136

-

1995

 

Avg

$184,464

2

2

2

1

78

-

1994

CNTG/NO KO (1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

List Price

BR

BA

FB

HB

DOMM

Lot Sqft

Yr Built

 

Min

$269,900

4

3

3

0

18

2,077

2000

 

Max

$269,900

4

3

3

0

18

2,077

2000

 

Avg

$269,900

4

3

3

0

18

2,077

2000

 

 

Since January 1, 2011, a total of 17 homes have sold in Gunston Corner including 5 townhouses and 12 condos.  Homes sold include 4 short sales and 2 foreclosures.  The average "sold price" of these homes is $229,676.

 

 

SOLD 2011 (17)

 

 

 

 

 

 

List Price

Orig Price

Close Price

 

Min

$155,000

$155,000

$155,000

 

Max

$349,900

$349,900

$340,000

 

Avg

$234,218

$239,329

$229,676

 

Sum

$3,981,700.00

$4,068,600.00

$3,904,500.00

 

 

During the same time period in 2010, a total of 13 homes were sold in Gunston Corner including 4 townhouses and 9 condos.  Homes sold included 3 short sales and 1 foreclosure.  The average "sold price" for these homes was $244,146.

 

SOLD 2010 (13)

 

 

 

 

 

 

List Price

Orig Price

Close Price

 

Min

$179,900

$179,900

$177,900

 

Max

$359,000

$359,000

$350,000

 

Avg

$246,954

$253,200

$244,146

 

Sum

$3,210,400.00

$3,291,600.00

$3,173,900.00

 

 

Gunston Corner Real Estate Analysis

 

Looking at the statistics for homes sold in 2011 and 2010, we see that the number of homes sold differ by a total of 4 units, with the majority of homes sold in 2011.  This tells us that home sales in Gunston Corner increased by 25% from 2010 to 2011. 

 

Comparing price statistics for homes sold in 2011 vs. 2010, we see that the minimum and maximum price points for closed sales were slightly higher in 2010.  However it would be incorrect to conclude that home prices have declined based on these numbers alone!  Rather, we must consider the layout, amenities, and condition of the homes sold as demonstrated below.

 

The minimum price point for homes sold in 2011 is $155,000 compared to $177,900 in 2010.  The condo that sold for $155,000 in 2011 was smaller (less square footage) than the condo that sold for $177,900 in 2010.  In addition, the 2011 condo had fewer amenities than the 2010 condo.  Further, both condos were sold as short sales.  All of these things can be used to justify a higher price for the condo sold in 2010. 

 

In comparing the maximum price points for 2011 vs. 2010, the 2011 townhouse sold for $340,000 compared to $350,000 in 2010.  Here, the difference in price can be easily justified as the 2011 townhouse has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and the 2010 townhouse has 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths.

 

Overall, home prices in Gunston Corner appear to be relatively consistent for 2010 and 2011.  While there has not been a major increase in equity for existing homeowners, home prices are beginning to stabilize, which is definitely good news considering the major drop in home values in recent years.

 

If you would like to find out how much your condo or townhouse is worth in Gunston Corner, please contact me for a Free Home Evaluation.  For additional information on home buying and selling in Gunston Corner, please follow the link to contact me now.

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Lisa Dunham, MBA
Associate Broker
Keller Williams Realty Alexandria-Kingstowne
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Hi Lisa,
Gunston Corner seems to be doing well. A 25% percent increase over last year is very impressive.
I hope the sales in Gunston Corner continue to climb in 2012.
Have a wonderful weekend!

Dec 10, 2011 02:37 PM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Thanks Wandanna! Wishing you a fantastic weekend as well. :-)

Dec 10, 2011 03:00 PM
Cathy Criado
Criado Realty - San Antonio, TX
Making Real Estate Profitable

Lisa, this is a high quality report, jam packed with great information about the community and housing prices. Having been to Alexandria I can say the public transportation is excellent, clean, and efficient. This report shows that you are the export for Alexandria, VA. Nice job.

Dec 10, 2011 03:03 PM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Thanks Cathy! I really appreciate the vote of confidence.  I have lived in area for nearly 20 years now.  I can just about drive it with my eyes closed, except during rush hour of course. :-)

Dec 10, 2011 03:13 PM
Jerry Newman
Brown Realty, 210-789-4216, - San Antonio, TX
Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation

Hi Lisa. Cathy is absolutely right about the quality of this market report. This is the kind of information that is very useful to all the residents in Guston Corner.

Dec 10, 2011 04:47 PM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Thanks Jerry!  I hope that many who are looking to buy and sell in Gunston Corner will find the information useful.

Dec 11, 2011 01:38 AM
Steve and Jan Bachman
RE/MAX Gateway, Reston, Herndon, Ashburn, Sterling, Fairfax - Herndon, VA
Realtors - Northern Virginia

This is an awesome location folks. Belvoir is practically just around the corner. Great neighborhood report form Lisa. Give her a call to visit these beauties.

Dec 12, 2011 05:29 AM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Steve and Jan, thanks for the added information on Fort Belvoir.  Gunston Corner is a great location for home buyers who are commuting back and forth to Belvoir.

Dec 12, 2011 01:53 PM
John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Contact Lisa Dunham the best Realtor® in the  Gunston Corner Townhouses Condos market!  Put Lisa's knowledge to work for you today!

Dec 14, 2011 01:39 PM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Thanks John!  I appreciate the vote of confidence! :-)

Dec 14, 2011 02:15 PM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

It is a great time for home buyers to take advantage of the big selection, attractive prices and very low mortgage interest rates.

Happy Holidays!

 

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Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.

Roy and Dolores Kelley Photographs

Dec 21, 2011 01:14 AM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Roy, you are absolutely right!  Thanks for stopping by.

Dec 21, 2011 01:50 AM
Maria Gilda Racelis
Home Buyers Realty, LLC-Manchester, Bolton. Vernon,Ellington - Manchester, CT
Home Ownership is w/in Reach. We Make it Happen!

Hi Lisa: Your data is so useful and informative without being overwhelming. Looks like your market shows signs of hope for home sellers. Great job putting this together. Happy Holidays Lisa. All my best. Maria

Dec 23, 2011 10:41 PM
Lisa Dunham
Alexandria, VA
Associate Broker, Alexandria Virginia Real Estate

Thanks Maria!  I really appreciate your comments.  All the best to you as well and Happy Holidays! :-)

Dec 24, 2011 02:45 AM