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west springfield neighborhoods: Wonder What Happened In The Springfield VA 22152 In 2013? - 01/22/14 10:30 AM

It was another busy year for buyers and sellers in the West Springfield area of 22152.

The volume of total sales over 2012 was up 13.9% and the average list price was up 9.61%.
Even in December 2013, normally a slower time in the Springfield VA market there were 39 sales. As you can see properties are selling very close to their orginal list price.
West Springfield is a popular area due to the wide variety of neighborhoods including Charlestown, Cardinal Forest and Orange Hunt Estates.
If you are thinking of selling your home in West Springfield in 2014 give Cindy … (8 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: You Won't Find Any Oranges But You Will Find a Great West Springfield Neighborhood - 07/01/12 08:15 AM

Orange Hunt a West Springfield VA Neighborhood
If you are looking for a well-established neighborhood in Fairfax County VA then the Orange Hunt neighborhood in West Springfield may be right for you. About the Orange Hunt Neighborhood

Orange Hunt Estates was first established in 1967 and has approximately 700 detached homes on ¼ to 1/3 acre wooded lots. The community has an active Civic Association and Welcoming Committee to help new residents learn about the amenities in the neighborhood. There are a variety of home styles in the neighborhood including 3 level colonials, split levels, raised ramblers and bi-levels. … (2 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: West Springfield Kicking Of the 1960's With Award Winning Homes - 04/29/12 08:44 AM

West Springfield homes are as popular today as they were when Edward Carr introduced the neighborhood in the 1960's. Springfield Golf and Country Club has grown and expanded into a private country club but the three lakes are still there and members have a chance to play 18 holes of golf, play tennis, swim and enjoy special events at the clubhouse.When the West Springfield homes were first introduced they ranged in price from the $24,000 to $35,000. Today homes in West Springfield surrounding the country club run in the mid-$400,000's and up depending on the updates and additions.
If you … (7 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: What's Moving In Orange Hunt Estates In West Springfield VA? - 04/27/12 03:02 AM

Orange Hunt Estates is one of the well established West Springfield neighborhoods that continues to attract new buyers every year. The neighborhood was first established in 1967 and is located off of Old Keene Mill Rd. With mature trees and a strong civic association the neighborhood has retained the original exterior architecture and welcoming community atmosphere.The community offers membership in the pool and tennis courts in the neighborhood. There is a community park as well. With multiple metro bus stops on the two main streets, as well as two close by commuter lots, it is easy for homeowners to get into … (3 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Rolling Valley in West Springfield VA-A Real Estate Hot Spot in Spring 2012 - 04/22/12 03:01 AM

Rolling Valley in West Springfield is currently one of the most active neighborhood in terms of listings, contracts and sales in the West Springfield (VA) area.
Why do I call it a hot spot? As of today (April 22, 2012) there have been 27 listings in Rolling Valley for the year. There have been 7 sold and settled transactions, there are 11 under contract and currently 9 active listings.
What makes Rolling Valley popular with buyers? Location is certainly one of the factors. Right off the Fairfax County Parkway it is easy to access the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station, as well as … (0 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Charlestown Townhouses in West Springfield-There's a Surpise Inside - 10/22/11 12:34 PM

They say that fine wine ages well. The same thing can be said for the townhouse neighborhood of Charlestown in West Springfield. Maybe it is the all brick construction or the tree lined streets that make it standout from other area neighborhoods. It might even be the residents of the neighborhood who have a strong home owners association which even maintains the exterior of the townhouses. But whatever the combination it has worked well for 40 years.Anytime you read an MLS description for a Charlestown townhouse you will find out about the surprise inside. The first is the "dramatic curved staircase." … (8 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Out Of The Mouths Of The Little Ones-"Look Mommy Popcorn Trees" - 03/24/11 09:51 AM

Buyers and owners like the Charlestown neighborhood in West Springfield for it's all brick townhouses, proximity to transportation and nearby shopping. However my client's daughter liked it because it was the first place she had ever seen where popcorn grew on trees.Everyone has their reasons for liking a neighborhood to call home. As Realtors® we have to listen to what our clients like and work to help them find the place that feels right. If my client's daughter has her way the neighborhood with the popcorn trees will be the one that her parents call home. If your family has a … (26 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Springfield VA-Sometimes You Can't See the Forest For the Trees - 08/21/10 11:21 AM

If you are looking for a "forest" to live in and you still want to be able to commute to work at Fort Belvoir, NGA, the Pentagon, the Dulles Technology Corridor or anywhere in Washington DC then you might want to check out the "forests" in Springfield Virginia.Okay that might have been a bit cheesy but the developers who built the numerous neighborhoods with "Forest" in their name did leave plenty of trees. Over the years they have continued to grow and provide each neighborhood a leafy canopy and beautiful displays of colors in our changing seasons.

Is it … (14 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Enjoy Classic Colonial Style in West Springfield's Charlestown Community - 07/26/10 02:25 AM

Tucked just off the intersection of two major roads in West Springfield is the neighborhood of Charlestown. With tree lined streets, community parks and easy access to shopping and commuter routes, this neighborhood is well worth checking out.
Most descriptions of the townhomes in Charlestown talk about the "dramatic curved staircases" which greet you when you open the front door. What they don't tell you is how much space the townhomes have to offer. There are a variety of models to choose from and the largest models the Concord and the Hermitage offer close to 2600 SF with a first … (6 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Springfield Oaks-Just a Hop, Skip and A Jump to Fort Belvoir and NGA - 11/07/09 07:32 AM

If you are headed to Fort Belvoir and are looking for a reasonably priced townhouse community where the developer left green space and clustered courtyards then check out Springfield Oaks in Fairfax County.

Situated on 18 acres of wooded and gently rolling terrain the 382 townhouses in Springfield Oaks are only 5 miles from Fort Belvoir. The community is also within 5 minutes of the Lorton Station VRE, about 15 minutes to the Springfield Metro or you can catch a Fairfax Connector or Metro bus at either entrance to the community

Having owned a townhouse myself … (0 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Springfield (VA) Greentree Village is More Than Just Bricks and Mortar - 11/01/09 12:04 AM

Greentree Village is what you might expect to see in a community in Fairfax County, Virginia. Located in West Springfield, the neighborhood seems typical of many in the area. Brick front townhouses backing to trees and grassy islands slow traffic down for the kids to be able to play safely. Across the street from the neighborhood is one of the 380 parks maintained by the Fairfax County Park Authority. A Fairfax County Connector bus stop is at the entrance to the neighborhood, within 15 minutes is the Springfield Metro, the Rolling Valley and Sydenstricker Slug Lines are all close by as … (10 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Orange Hunt Estates-Marketing Report and Community Profile - 06/09/09 04:08 AM

One of the great things about having lived in Northern Virginia a good part of my life is getting to know communities from a variety of perspectives. Growing up it was watching homes being built and having friends who moved into the neighborhood. Then as a homeowner my children attend Orange Hunt Elementary school and now as a Realtor® showing and selling houses in the same neighborhood.
Orange Hunt Estates is a neighborhood that has always attracted military families due to its great commuting location to Fort Belvoir, the Pentagon and the other Military District of Washington installations. View a complete Orange Hunt Estates Community … (0 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Springfield (VA) Neighborhoods Welcoming the new BRAC East Campus - 05/14/09 12:27 PM

Chances are you will encounter a deer or two in your yard in the Saratoga neighborhood in West Springfield (VA.) With the pockets of woods scattered throughout the neighborhood you will also see rabbits and foxes too. The wildlife is just one reason that make Saratoga a neighborhood that stays on the list of sought after West Springfield neighborhoods.
Now with the new National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency being built on the Fort Belvoir Engineering Proving Grounds, buyers will have another reason to consider the Saratoga neighborhood. The Engineering Proving grounds are considered the "New Campus East" as part of BRAC and when … (2 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Insiders Guide-Five Year Sales History in Saratoga (West Springfield VA) - 04/03/09 10:10 PM

Tracking the sales history of various West Springfield (VA) neighborhoods closely is important for me to be able to provide advice to buyers and sellers. Since we have just completed the first quarter of real estate sales for 2009, trying to predict whether this year will see an increase or decrease in sales volume for the entire year seems premature. It is also important to consider that not all neighborhoods or zip codes trend up or down at the same time. This week after previewing a number of properties for a family with an upcoming tour to Fort Belvoir I compiled the last five years of sales … (6 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Look Mommy "Popcorn Trees" - 04/03/09 06:20 AM

The parents liked the Charlestown neighborhood in West Springfield for its all brick townhouses, proximity to transportation and shopping. However four year old Annabelle liked it because it was the first place she had ever seen where popcorn grew on trees.Everyone has their reasons for liking a neighborhood to call home. As Realtors® we have to listen to what our clients like and work to help them find the place that feels right. If Annabelle has her way the neighborhood with the popcorn trees will be the one that her parents call home. If your family has a need for a … (12 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Charlestown Townhouses-Williamsburg Comes to Northern Virginia - 03/24/09 11:46 AM

Are you looking for a way to spend the $8000 first time home buyer's incentive? Then you might want to consider the all brick townhouses in the Charlestown neighborhood in West Springfield to use your piece of the incentive.You don't find many neighborhoods that have been as well maintained as this one. With an HOA that does all of the outside maintenance including a three year paint schedule, roofing, sidewalks, brick courtyard walls and front landscaping it means that you can have your weekends free to enjoy all of the nearby activities.
While the neighborhood is primarily made up of three … (2 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Insiders Guide-Pick a Home in Your Favorite Springfield "Forest" Today - 03/21/09 12:35 AM

If you are looking for a "forest" to live in and you still want to be able to commute to work at Fort Belvoir, the Pentagon or any installation in the Military District of Washington then you might want to check out the "forests" in Springfield.Okay that might have been a bit cheesy but the developers who built the numerous neighborhoods with "Forest" in their name did leave plenty of trees. Over the years they have continued to grow and provide each neighborhood a leafy canopy and beautiful displays of colors in our changing seasons.

Is it Cardinal Forest, … (2 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Springfield VA-What's Happened in the Last Five Years in Greentree Village - 02/26/09 05:35 AM

Greentree Village is what you might expect to see in a community in Fairfax County, Virginia. Located in West Springfield, the neighborhood seems typical of many in the area. With only 124 brick front townhouses backing to trees it is a one of the smaller townhouse neighborhoods in the area but it is well maintained by the HOA. With no through streets and grassy islands in the courtyards to slow traffic down you don't have to worry about about young children going out to play.
Across the street from the neighborhood is one of the 380 parks maintained by the Fairfax … (4 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Pick Up a Great Deal in the Charlestown Community-Springfield VA - 02/24/09 10:59 AM

If you are looking for a classic townhouse community with all brick homes, plenty of space and close to everything you need then the Charlestown nieghborhood in West Springfield is one to check out. Having owned and lived in the community for seven years and sold two homes in Charlestown in 2008 I've got more than just a passing connection to the neighborhood. This week I previewed some of the current listings for a military family coming to town on a house hunting trip.In a market where it often seems that we find more foreclosures than regular sales the Charlestown neighborhood is an exception to the rule. … (4 comments)

west springfield neighborhoods: Thinking of Buying a New Home in Springfield-Give me A Call - 02/07/09 10:18 AM

If you are thinking about a new home in Fairfax County and Springfield is on your tour list then here are a few things for you to consider.If you are like most buyers you are starting your search for a new Springfield home on the internet. The internet can offer you a great place to start. However the internet also hides some critical information from you as well. This is where a buyer's agent, dedicated to protecting your interests comes in.A buyer's agent not only can find the hidden comments but they also can help you understand the critical differences between a … (0 comments)

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