local expert: Wessynton, Alexandria, Virginia Market Report - 11/28/08 03:54 AM
Northern Virginia is thought of as "colonial country" with very few contemporary styled homes.  That is why Wessynton, a collection of contemporary homes abutting George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, is extremely unusual.
The Homes
157 homes Built between 1968 to 1970 1/3 acre lots 1,700 to 3,000 square feet of living space Although the exteriors are contemporary the interior floor plans are fairly traditional As you can see by the video below there are more trees than people in Wessynton  The Area
Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway at the … (2 comments)

local expert: Riverside Estates Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate Market REport - 11/27/08 07:06 AM
Riverside Estates has remained popular ever since the first homes were delivered in the mid-60's. Convenience and the proximity of schools, shopping and recreational facilities are the key to their continued public acceptance.
Fairfax County Connector Bus Roue 151 to the Huntington Metro operates seven days a week along the Mount Vernon Memorial Highway at the entrances to Riverside Estates - the easiest way to commute to The Pentagon and Washington, DC Mount Vernon High School is at the entrance to Riverside Estates  Riverside Elementary is just across from the high school. The George Washington Rec Center with year round  pool (part of … (4 comments)

local expert: Harbor View For Boats, Convenience And Land Market Report - 11/25/08 01:34 PM
 
 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
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local expert: Cavanaugh Crossing - In The Shadow Of A Former Prison, Lorton Virginia Market Report - 11/25/08 12:04 PM
Cavanaugh Crossing is adjacent to the site of the now "former" Lorton Prison site.  The subdivision is accessed from Hooes Road - just a few seconds north of Route 123 in Lorton.  They are Brookfield built and feature Soutthern Mansion styles as well as traditional colonial style. 
The Lorton VRE railway station is approximately 10 minutes away with service to both L'Enfant Plaza and Union Station in Washington, D.C. Once aboard you the train You can transfer to Metrorail at the Franconia-Springfield metro station. Another option is to pull out onto Route 123, cross the Occoquan River and be at the VDOT Commuter Parking Lot at Old … (2 comments)

local expert: Why Insurance Companies Love Lake Ridge - 11/25/08 04:53 AM
If you've ever bought a home you know one of the requirements laid down by the lender is that you maintain a fire and hazard policy  to insure the amount of your indebtedness. 
The rate an insurance company charges is based on many factors, but two of the most important factors relate to the location of
Nearest fire station Maximum distance from a home to a fire hydrant If you live in Lake Ridge the answers are simple
Prince William County Fire Station 14 is located in Lake Ridge The maximum distance from any home to a fire hydrant is 500' Planned … (0 comments)

local expert: Lake Ridge 2 Car Garage Detached Home Market Report - 11/24/08 06:53 AM
There are so many reasons why we selected Lake Ridge as our home 26 years ago. 
Elementary schools, middle school and senior high school in the community Three shopping centers Public transportation to military and civilian work centers Churches of many denominations Fire and rescue service in the community US Post Office annex Restaurants to please every taste, every age group and every pocketbook More miles of shoreline than any other Prince William County community Public golf course Public boat launch facilities Five pools, community centers, gigantic playground, tot lots and tennis courts Commercial office space Medical and dental offices Local parades … (0 comments)

local expert: Lake Ridge 1 Car Garage Detached Home Market Report - 11/24/08 06:43 AM
There are so many reasons why we selected Lake Ridge as our home 26 years ago. 
Elementary schools, middle school and senior high school in the community Three shopping centers Public transportation to military and civilian work centers Churches of many denominations Fire and rescue service in the community US Post Office annex Restaurants to please every taste, every age group and every pocketbook More miles of shoreline than any other Prince William County community Public golf course Public boat launch facilities Five pools, community centers, gigantic playground, tot lots and tennis courts Commercial office space Medical and dental offices Local parades … (0 comments)

local expert: Serving Our Community - Lake Ridge, Woodbridge, Virginia - 11/20/08 07:02 AM
My wife Karen and I have been proud residents of Lake Ridge for 26 years.  Many of our Active Rain posts make reference to our involvement in our community. 
In my case I have served the community in two important ways 


YOUTH  For 11 years I was involved with the Boy Scouts of America in Lake Ridge as our son worked his way from Cub Scout to Eagle Scout in 1992. 
He and I were with Troop 857 that meets on Monday evenings (7:15) at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church on Valleywood Drive. I served that troop as both Committee … (0 comments)

local expert: Lorton Station Detached Home Market Report - 11/18/08 04:31 AM
Lorton Station is a 300 acre subdivision of 950 newer homes just South of Fort Belvoir.  Detached homes and town homes are available and, yes,
It is within 15 minutes of the entrance to Fort Belvoir.  Additionally, it is only 15 miles south of Washington, D.C. The Lorton entrance to and exit from I-95 is just outside the community on Lorton Road.  On those occasions when you need to go to the Pentagon the VRE Lorton Station is in the community.  Take a Northbound train, change to the Metro Blue Line at King Street and go to the Pentagon Station. Commuters to DC will also … (0 comments)

local expert: Brooke Farm At Tacketts Mill, Woodbridge, Virginia Market Report - 11/13/08 11:51 AM
Brooke Farm is a community of 100 six year old homes in one of the most convenient locations in Prince William County.  As soon as you exit the subdivision and turn right on Minnieville Road you are at the Tackett's Mill Commuter Parking Lot  at Minnieville and Old Bridge Roads.
Community Features
Tacketts Mill Shopping Center less than 5 minutes Underground Utilities Prince William County Schools Large lots Beautifully maintained community Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center less than 10 minutes Chinn Regional Library less than 10 minutes Commuting Options (This is where Brooke Farm really shines)
Tacketts Mill Commuter Parking Lot … (0 comments)

local expert: Raceway Farms, Lorton, Fairfax County, Virginia Market Report - 11/13/08 09:25 AM
Just off the Fairfax County Parkway on Telegraph Road Raceway Farms provides a unique setting for ease of commuting and overall convenience.   For example, all 3 school grade levels are within 10 minutes.  It is a beautifully maintained subdivision with detached homes having living space of 2,200 to 3,000 square feet
5 minutes to the Fort Belvoir Gate at Beulah Street 7 minutes to I-95 10 minutes to the LORTON VRE TRAIN STATION with service to WASHINGTON, DC 15 minutes to the FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRORAIL STATION Kingstowne Library is about 5 minutes away to the north on Telegraph Road Springfield Mall is within 15 minutes POHICK … (0 comments)

local expert: Winding Creek, Woodbridge, Prince William County, Virginia Market Report - 11/10/08 07:30 AM
Winding Creek is a community of 400 homes with two entrances on Minnieville Road approximately 5 miles west of I-95.  Its' central location in eastern Prince William County makes it an ideal location for ease of commuting throughout Northern Virginia.
Community Advantages
Pool and tennis club Large usable lots Underground utilities Sidewalks Wide streets Fortuna Village Shopping Center is within 10 minutes.  Lake Montclair Center and Staples Mill Center are within 5 minutes Well maintained homes Numerous home styles to prevent the "cookie cutter" look Planned community activities Commuting Options
Commuter buses to the PENTAGON, WASHINGTON, DC and the WASHINGTON NAVY YARD/BOLLING AFB are located at Dale Boulevard and … (0 comments)

local expert: Ashland, Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia Detached Home Market Report - 11/10/08 07:07 AM
Ashland is a community of 880 homes (detached homes and town homes) just east of Minnieville Road with two entrances on Dumfries Road (Route 234).  It's approximately three miles to I-95.
Ashland Community Advantages
Ashland Elementary School is in the subdivision Clubhouse with pool and tennis Shopping at two nearby locations, Lake Montclair Center and Fortuna Village Center Immaculately maintained community Well planned with many different home elevations to avoid the "cookie cutter" look Underground utilities Sidewalks Planned activities Commuting
Short trip to the commuter parking lot at Route 234 and US 1 to board the express commuter bus to the PENTAGON … (0 comments)

local expert: Ashland, Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia Town Home Market Report - 11/10/08 06:46 AM
Ashland is a community of 880 homes (detached homes and town homes) just east of Minnieville Road with two entrances on Dumfries Road (Route 234).  It's approximately three miles to I-95.
Ashland Community Advantages
Ashland Elementary School is in the subdivision Clubhouse with pool and tennis Shopping at two nearby locations, Lake Montclair Center and Fortuna Village Center Immaculately maintained community Well planned with many different home elevations to avoid the "cookie cutter" look Underground utilities Sidewalks Planned activities Commuting
Short trip to the commuter parking lot at Route 234 and US 1 to board the express commuter bus to the PENTAGON … (0 comments)

local expert: The Oaklands, Manassas, Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 11/10/08 06:23 AM
The Oaklands homes are approximately 6 years old.  The entrance is on Hoadly Road about halfway between The Prince William County Parkway and Dale Boulevard.
Community Features
One and two car models on 7,000 square foot lots. Three or four bedrooms homes with anywhere from 2 to 3.5 baths.  Sidewalks on both sides of the street Concrete driveways. Between two neighborhood shopping centers, Hoadly Road Marketplace and The Shops at County Center Ten minutes or less to Mapledale Plaza on Dale Boulevard Commuting Options
Commuter buses to the PENTAGON, WASHINGTON, DC and the WASHINGTON NAVY YARD/BOLLING AFB are located at the Lindendale Road Commuter Lot (Approximately … (0 comments)

local expert: Hunters Ridge On The Prince William Parkway, Manassas Virginia Market Report - 11/08/08 04:23 AM
Hunters Ridge is a community of large homes on 1+ acre lots located west of Hoadly Road along the Prince William County Parkway.  Hunters Ridge homes are approximately 11 years old and are on both sides of the Parkway.  Due to the lot sizes the homes are sited to maximize the landscaping potential and it really shows.
Reasons to consider a home in Hunters Ridge
The Shops at County Center are within 5 minutes on Hoadly Road close to the Prince William County Parkway.  This shopping center features an upscale Harris Teeter supermarket and a Starbucks along with the usual neighborhood stores. The … (0 comments)

local expert: Waynewood at Mount Vernon, Alexandria, Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 11/05/08 12:13 PM
The first of 700 homes in Waynewood were delivered in the early 60's and were extremely well crafted by Gosnell Builders.   A very attractive feature is that many of the split level homes have a fourth upper level which is a walk-in standup attic.  Of course, many of them have now been finished into additional living space. 
Community Features 
Waynewood Elementary is located within the subdivision and is part of the West Potomac High School Pyramid  Waynewood Swim Club is also an integral part of the social fabric of the community. Waynewood is about five minutes from George Washington's Mount Vernon … (0 comments)

local expert: Belmont Bay Condominiums, Woodbridge, Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 11/05/08 06:49 AM
Belmont Bay is one of 3 communities in eastern Prince William County that are a product of the new mixed-use concept that maximizes land use where land availability is limited.  It is in an extremely attractive location along the Occoquan River as you cross over from Fairfax County.  There are both town homes, detached homes and condominiums.  The only new construction available for purchase is several condominiums, but there are resale town homes and detached homes. 
Primary Features
Private marina Private golf course Community pool and the Site of a new science museum Commuting
Approximately 5 minutes from the Virginia Railway … (0 comments)

local expert: Dale City, Woodbridge, Virginia Detached Home Market Report - 11/03/08 02:05 AM
Dale City was the inspiration of Cecil Don 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.
Each section (community) along Dale Boulevard was given a name ending in Dale - they proceeded alphabetically from east to west..  Only "I" and "J" were omitted - they are Ashdale, Birchdale, Cloverdale, Darbydale, Evansdale, Forestdale, Glendale, Hillendale, Kerrydale, Lindendale, Mapledale, Nottingdale, Oakdale, Princedale, Ridgedale, Silverdale and Trentdale.  All streets in each community had the first letter of that community's … (0 comments)

local expert: Dale City, Woodbridge, Virginia Town Home Market Report - 11/03/08 01:55 AM
Dale City was the inspiration of Cecil Don 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.
Each section (community) along Dale Boulevard was given a name ending in Dale - they proceeded alphabetically from east to west..  Only "I" and "J" were omitted - they are Ashdale, Birchdale, Cloverdale, Darbydale, Evansdale, Forestdale, Glendale, Hillendale, Kerrydale, Lindendale, Mapledale, Nottingdale, Oakdale, Princedale, Ridgedale, Silverdale and Trentdale.  All streets in each community had the first letter of that community's … (0 comments)