local expert: Montclair, Dumfries Virginia Town Home Market Report - 11/02/08 12:08 PM
Montclair is one of the most popular residential subdivisions in eastern Prince William County.
It is, as the community's website says, "When you recall your hometown, you are bound to think of tree-lined streets, blooming flowers, ample yards, parks for playing and friendly neighbors. For the nostalgic feeling that brings you home, there is no place like the Prince William County neighborhood of Montclair."
The Community of Montclair was established in 1968. There are approximately 5,204 homes surrounding a 107 acre lake, with a broad central boulevard separated by exquisite flowering trees, attractive landscaping and bordered by wide sidewalks perfect for … (0 comments)

local expert: Montclair, Dumfries Virginia Detached Home Market Report - 11/02/08 11:58 AM
Montclair is one of the most popular residential subdivisions in eastern Prince William County.
It is, as the community's website says, "When you recall your hometown, you are bound to think of tree-lined streets, blooming flowers, ample yards, parks for playing and friendly neighbors. For the nostalgic feeling that brings you home, there is no place like the Prince William County neighborhood of Montclair."
The Community of Montclair was established in 1968. There are approximately 5,204 homes surrounding a 107 acre lake, with a broad central boulevard separated by exquisite flowering trees, attractive landscaping and bordered by wide sidewalks perfect for … (0 comments)

local expert: Westridge,Woodbridge, VA Detached Home Real astate Market - 10/29/08 02:33 PM
When the developers exhausted the land supply in Lake Ridge they bought a major tract just at the west end of Lake Ridge and voila - Westridge was born.  The Springwoods section of Lake Ridge connects with Westridge without having to access Old Bridge Road.  It is difficult to tell where one begins and the other ends.
Community Features
Parents of young children love having the elementary school in the subdivision The club complex with pool, clubhouse, tennis courts and pond is an extremely attractive and much used facility Detached homes are avaiable with either 1/2 or 1/4 acre lots Homes were built … (0 comments)

local expert: Westridge, Woodbridge VA Town Home Market Report - 10/29/08 02:05 PM
When the developers exhausted the land supply in Lake Ridge they bought a major tract just at the west end of Lake Ridge and voila - Westridge was born.  The Springwoods section of Lake Ridge connects with Westridge without having to access Old Bridge Road.  It is difficult to tell where one begins and the other ends.
Community Features
Parents of young children love having the elementary school in the subdivision The club complex with pool, clubhouse, tennis courts and pond is an extremely attractive and much used facility Detached homes are avaiable with either 1/2 or 1/4 acre lots Homes were built … (0 comments)

local expert: Mount Vernon Forest, Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Fairfax County VA Real Estate Market Report - 10/29/08 01:37 PM
As soon as you pass the Mount Vernon Mansion you are less than 5 minutes from Mount Vernon Forest.  If you like a treed subdivision this is the spot for you.  Most of the  homes are on 1/2 acre lots and the elementary school is in the subdivision.
Community Benefits
Well maintained home sites resulting in an exceptionally attractive subdivision Five minutes to the George Washington Rec Center with year round pool Ten Minutes to the Mount Vernon Rec Center with year round pool and indoor ice rink Five minutes to the George Washington Memorial Parkway for a fast commute to Alexandria Five … (0 comments)

local expert: West Springfield Village Springfield Fairfax County VA Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 10/27/08 05:58 AM
West Springfield Village is located on Rolling Road approximately halfway between Old Keene Mill Road and the Fairfax County Parkway. The 426 homes in the subdivision are one of the original Springfield communities built by Richmarr in the period between 1960 and 1980.
Community Benefits
The Franconia-Springfield Metro Station is approximately 15 minutes away via the Fairfax County Parkway. The homes are in the West Springfield High School Pyramid - about 2 miles north on Rolling Road. Pohick Regional Library is approximately 15 minutes away at Old Keene Mill and Sydenstricker Roads. Two neighborhood shopping centers, Old Keene Mill Center and Cardinal Forest … (2 comments)

local expert: Southwood Alexandria Mount Vernon Fairfax County VA Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 10/27/08 05:20 AM
Southwood is about halfway between Fort Belvoir and the Mount Vernon Estate with entrances on Mount Vernon Memorial Highway and Old Mill Road.  It is a beautifully maintained subdivision with a very active garden club that decorates the common grounds seasonally - it really shows
Community Benefits
Well maintained home sites resulting in an exceptionally attractive subdivision Five minutes to the George Washington Rec Center with year round pool Ten Minutes to the Mount Vernon Rec Center with year round pool and indoor ice rink Five minutes to the George Washington Memorial Parkway for a fast commute to Alexandria Five minutes to … (0 comments)

local expert: Cardinal Forest Springfield Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 10/26/08 09:14 AM
Cardinal Forest is one of the most popular communities in Springfield.  It was developed in the days when builders didn't bulldoze down all of the trees and those that homeowners have planted are mature.  There are more than 725 homes throughout the area.
West Springfield High School is just outside the community on Rolling Road Pohick Regional Library is approximately 15 minutes away. Metrobus 18G Pentagon Express passes through the subdivision on Forrester Boulevard and Carrleigh Parkway on its' short trip to the HOV lanes on I-395. There is a Slug Line on Old Keene Mill Road across from the Cardinal Forest Plaza Fort Belvoir is … (2 comments)

local expert: Belle View Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 10/23/08 09:02 AM
Originally developed during World War II as housing for federal employees, the complex was converted to condominiums in 1981 by the IDI Group (Watergate and dozens of other complexes).  Ideally situated on the George Washington Memorial Parkway along the Potomac River. You can ride your bike on the bike/jogging path to Olde Towne in 15 minutes for Sunday brunch
Young people as well as elderly people like it because of
Proximity to Olde Towne Alexandria Huge shopping center in the complex Fairfax County Rec Center and Indoor Ice Rink next to Belle View Library next to the homes Bus service to the Huntington Metro operates … (2 comments)

local expert: Riverside Estates Alexandria Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate Market REport - 10/23/08 08:36 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 Nemorial 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 … (0 comments)

local expert: Westwater Point Springfield Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate Market Report - 10/22/08 07:19 AM
Not everyone wants to live in a mega townhome subdivision.  For those who prefer the neighborly atmosphere of a smaller community then Westwater Point is a Springfield location you should consider.  Built in the late 80's by the VanMetre Companies Westwater Point is a small enclave of 100 town homes.  It is set among hills about 1/2 mile west of Rolling Road with an entrance on the Fairfax County Parkway.  It has quick access to all major commuting routes, I-95, I-395 and I-495 (the Capital Beltway)
If your home is in Westwater Point
It is about a 15 minute drive to the Franconia-Springfield Metro … (0 comments)

local expert: Newington Forest Springfield Fairfax County Virginia Detached Home Market Report - 10/22/08 07:16 AM
Newington Forest (over 1800 homes) is the largest subdivision in Springfield.  Since construction began in the 70's and was completed in the 80's there are numerous features not to be found in many newer subdivisions
Detached homes with large lots Town homes with around grassy central areas for separation Extensive amount of treed common area Close-in convenience Transportation is a key component of the popularity of Newington Forest
FAIRFAX COUNTY COMMUTER BUS ROUTE #305 service to FRANCONIA-SPRINGFIELD METRO operates within Newington Forest.  It is approximately a 30 minute trip. There is a SLUG LINE at the Sydenstricker Commuter lot.  The LORTON VRE sataion is … (0 comments)

local expert: Daventry Springfield Fairfax County Virginia Detached Home Market Report - 10/19/08 04:11 AM
Daventry (Hunter Village) is located between Old Keene Mill Road and Rolling Road where it intersects with the Fairfax County Parkway.  It is one of the most easily accessible subdivisions in Springfield since it is only about ten minutes from I-95 and less than five minutes from the Fairfax County Parkway
There are detached homes and town homes with no garage or with one and two car garages - the community was developed in the 1980's.  The common grounds are impeccably maintained.
Commuters especially enjoy the numerous options available to them
FAIRFAX CONNECTOR ROUTE 310 takes approximately 20 minutes to the … (0 comments)