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woodbridge va real estate: Lend A Helping Hand During The Holiday Season - 12/17/12 06:21 AM

Holidays are one of the hardest times for military families separated by deployment. It is also one of the best times for friends and neighbors to lend a helping hand. It isn't about money it's about a few minutes or a few hours to help with the little things that need to be done.
Simple things such as helping put up their outside holiday lights or getting the Christmas tree in that pesky stand. How about volunteering to stand in line at the post office or UPS store for them. Does mom or dad need a few hours to get … (12 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Dawsons Landing-Community Information And Homes For Sale - 12/12/12 08:55 AM

Homeowners who discover the development of Dawson Landing in Prince William County are in for a treat.No only do they live within walking distance to a Virginia Rail Express station but they also live on part of the land once belonging to Admiral Blackburn who designed George Washington’s Mount Vernon home.With the 270 plus homes spread out on 1/3 to ½ acre lots divided by Rippon Blvd the neighborhood doesn’t feel cramped as some of the other nearby new developments.Some homes offer views of the Neabsco Creek that runs along the edge of the development and leads out to the … (2 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Woodbridge Homes Selling Faster Than A Formula One Race Car - 10/19/12 03:10 AM

A formula one race car can flat out exceed 200 MPH. If you watch a Formula One race your head will spin and if you are looking to buy a home in Woodbridge VA you might have the same experience.
In September 2012 there were 63 homes in Woodbridge VA which on the market for seven (7) days or less. The average days on the market for the Woodbridge zip codes of 22191,22192 and 22913 are reflected in the MRIS chart below.

Overall there were 132 homes in Prince William County with a week or less on the market. … (12 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Powells Landing Woodbridge VA Homes For Sale - 10/16/12 11:32 AM

Powells Landing in Woodbridge VA is located just minutes from shopping, dining and recreation opportunites. The homes in Powells Landing were built by three builders Stanley Martin, GP Homes and NV Homes. The neighborhood is primarily detached homes however there are a few large garage townhouses that back to Powells Creek.
Neighborhood amenities in Powells Landing including a community swim center, tennis court, volleyball court, picnic area and tot lots. The community also has pocket parks providing a quiet place to meet your neighbors.
The far edge of the Powells Landing community is abutted byLeesylvania State Park and Marina, a 500-acre … (5 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Do Buyers See Your Basement As A Dungeon Or A Place To Have Fun - 10/07/12 10:56 AM

Some say kitchens and bathrooms are the biggest deal breaker for home sellers in the Northern Virginia market. However you might want to take a look at your basement. Could the dark dungeon at the bottom of the stairs be the real culprit?If the first thing my buyer's see as they head down the stairs is dark wood paneling chances are the dollar signs have started dancing in front of their eyes. Dropped ceiling with stained tiles? CHA CHING more $$$$ signs. Vinyl tile flooring from the 50's? The buyers instantly headed back up the stairs shaking their heads saying NO … (22 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: SOLD Mason's Landing In Woodbridge VA - 10/01/12 07:50 AM

SOLD to first time homebuyers with a VA loan, a brand new home in the Mason's Landing development in Woodbridge. My clients purhased a Lexington Model which is the largest in the neighborhood with a base square footage of 3,300 square feet. When they wrote their contract the builder offered a free finished recreation room, bedroom and full bath on the lower level increasing the finished square feet in this model to almost 4,500 square feet.
With a total of 52 lots and no through streets Mason's Landing is smaller than many of the close by neighborhoods. The location is ideal … (10 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: The List To Sold Prices Are Still Holding Strong in Woodbridge VA - 09/30/12 09:00 AM

It's always a surprise to get an offer on a Woodbridge VA listing and see a significant difference from the list price. In Woodbridge VA the statistics show in the three zip codes for the area (22191 22192, 22193), over the last year the lit to sales price ratio remains close.

Yesterday I had a long conversation with a newer agent who wanted to make an offer on a property significantly lower than the list price. Despite telling them how to locate the most recent comps they were determined to go back to last winter as their comparison. At least … (2 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: A Northern Virginia Market Report May Not Be The Value Of Your Home - 08/12/12 11:16 AM

Did you just read a marketing report about your neighborhood in Northern Virgina and think YEA the value of my home is UP UP UP? I don't want to put a damper on your enthusiasm but before you decide to list your home for the great price you see in the lastest neighborhood market report let's talk.A market report may be about your neighborhood but it isn't about your home. Most market reports are "average" numbers gathered from the local multiple listing service. In some cases the report doesn't contain information on all of the sales in the neighborhood. It doesn't … (31 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Who Let The Dogs Out-Strange Showings in Northern Virginia - 08/09/12 10:06 PM

It seemed as if it would be an easy showing. The instructions said to call the owner first so they could crate the dog. We had a pleasant conversation, gave them a time-frame and they said they would vacate the house so we could have it to ourselves. You have to love sellers who understand the process.
We arrive at our appointed time and just to make sure the owners are gone I knock on the door. From deep inside the house I hear the dog bark followed by a "shut up". Figuring that the owners hadn't left yet I … (26 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Belmont Bay Condominiums-Luxury Living On The Occoquan River - 07/06/12 10:17 AM

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 live in the DC area sits right on the Occoquan River. What makes it even more unusual is the VRE station at the entrance to the community making the commute in to DC a breeze. The main gate of Fort Belvoir is less than 10 miles away, Quantico is the … (36 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Old Bridge Estates-Welcoming You To Your New Home - 07/05/12 09:30 AM

Old Bridge Estates Woodbridge VA
Old Bridge Estates is a tree-lined community of 862 single-family and town homes in the Woodbridge 22192 zip code in Prince William County VA.

Old Bridge Estates Quick Tour

Old Bridge Estates Location

Old Bridge Estates is located about 10 miles off of I-95 in Prince William County VA. The neighborhood sign is prominent at the intersection of Old Bridge and Smoketown Road. The main road into the community, where the clubhouse and pool are located is Beaver Pond Road. There is a small section of homes also accessible from Catawba Drive.

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woodbridge va real estate: Crest Ridge Estates-Luxury Living In A Small Enclave Of Homes - 07/05/12 05:20 AM

If you are looking for luxury neighborhood in Woodbridge VA then the small enclave of homes in Crest Ridge Estates should be on your must see list. About the Crest Ridge Estates Neighborhood
Crest Ridge Estates was built between 1997-1999 by Sorenson and NV Builders. The neighborhood is small with just 100 homes on ½ to ¾ acre lots. There are no thru streets in the neighborhood keeping traffic to a minimum. Homes range in size from approximately 2700 SF to up to 6000 SF.

Crest Ridge Estates Location
The main entrance to the community is off of … (4 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Did Someone Mention Collard Greens, Corn Bread and BBQ? - 06/30/12 02:05 AM

Then if they are in Woodbridge VA they must be talking about Dixie Bones BBQ.
Opened in Woodbridge in 1996 (previously they were in DC) Dixie Bones is not a fast food restaurant. Instead they focus on taking the time to make great home made food from SCRATCH even including the buns for your BBQ sandwich. As soon as you walk in the door you know why the restaurant is a popular destination for the locals. Looking around the orange dining room you find the walls are covered with patches from law enforcement, fire fighters and military squadrons around the country. … (12 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Milwaukee Frozen Custard-A Cool Treat On A Hot Woodbridge VA Day - 06/24/12 09:47 AM

Milwaukee Frozen Custard has been a favorite of Northern Virginia residents for a long time and the lines outside of the store on a Friday nights are any indication.
Instead of 31 flavors you will find daily specials of soft serve custard that stands up well in a cone and isn't to sweet. The first store opened in Chantilly VA after the owner Al Casey couldn't find custard similar to what he was used to in his home town. Since then the number of locations has grown to include Woodbridge, Herndon and Ashburn.
The traditional flavors of vanilla and chocolate are … (0 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Papa Petrone's-Fresh Pasta And Pizza Waiting For You In Woodbridge VA - 06/12/12 11:23 AM

Our family first learned about Papa Petrone's when we lived in Springfield VA. Fortunately when they left Springfield they opened in the Glen Shopping Center in Woodbridge.If you are looking for fresh made in the store pasta then this is the place to go. The ravoli is amazing and though you can get cheese and meat ravioli, think outside the box and try one of the more exotic ravioli's. How about goat cheese and fresh basil or artichoke, baby spinach with pine nuts? I can tell you from experience you can't go wrong with any of them. Right now our fridge … (31 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Does Flapping My Wings On Take Off Count? - 05/20/12 12:53 AM

The boaters know to pay attention to the no wake signs as the come in and out of Belmont Bay in Woodbridge VA. I wonder if the Osrpey know to slow their speed as well? For anyone who likes to watch Osprey fish and listen to their calls the Belmont Bay area and the Occoquan Bay Wildlife Refuge will give you lots of opportunities.

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woodbridge va real estate: Spring 2012 Inventory Numbers in Woodbridge VA Climb Slightly - 05/19/12 11:16 PM

With spring come flowers, baby birds and a slight increase in the number of properties for sale in Woodbridge VA. In two of the local zip codes 22192 and 22193, which includes the large neighborhoods of Dale City and Lake Ridge the inventory has continually increased since February 2012. As of today there are 69 active listings in Dale City and Lake Ridge has 54.It is interesting to see that the inventory in the 22191 zip code has not increased this sping but has continued to decline. There are fewer resale properties available but a good deal of new construction options … (1 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Peace and Quiet On A Sunday Morning In Northern Virginia - 04/29/12 03:18 AM

It's nice to remember that despite the busy roads that criss cross Northern Virginia that you can still find scenes like this. Moments like this make me remember how much I enjoyed spending time on my Grandfather's farm as a child. Hope you have a wonderful Sunday and a great week ahead.

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woodbridge va real estate: Snapshot Of The Woodbridge VA Detached Home Market In March 2012 - 04/14/12 11:19 AM

March 2012 Detached Home Market Report for Woodbridge VA Zip Code 22191 The 22191 Zip code in Woodbridge VA covers a wide variety of neighborhoods including Belmont Bay, Port Potomac, Hope Hill Crosing, Newport and Eagles Pointe to name a few. There are older established neighborhoods and a good deal of new construction currently for sale.

For more information on the Woodbridge VA real estate market or to discuss your home buying needs contact Cindy Jones and CJ Realty Group at 703-346-2213. Let our experience in helping Woodbridge VA buyers find the right place to call home work for you. … (8 comments)

woodbridge va real estate: Do You Know What A "Red Flag" Warning Means In Woodbridge VA? - 04/10/12 10:32 AM

It means with high winds and dry conditions there is a high chance of brush fires starting. Warnings have been given not to throw cigarettes into brush, out car windows and to be careful that you keep your charcoal grill in check. This is what happens when you don't. This fire spread from one end of the wetland area in Belmont Bay within 5 minutes. Fortunately two fire trucks were able to arrive on the scene and keep it from going any further. One truck is still standing watch since the winds are gusting up to 30 MPH. Pay attention to … (14 comments)

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