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If you are a Washingtonian that listens to the local news feeds about industry shakers, then you know about the second headquarters (also known as HQ2 by Amazon.com Inc) that will be in National Landing (previously named Crystal City). The two HQ2 towers will be located at Pentagon City Metropolitan Park between South Elm Street, South Fair Street, 13th Street South and South Eads Street. They will cover 2 million square feet of office space. Just how does one visualize that much commercial office space ? Imagine six IKEA stores or seven Supercenter Wal-Mart's.
Predictions are that Amazon will employ more than 25,000 people with the company during its initial opening. They are very interested in tapping into Washington Metro area’s local talent. They’ve already held a career fair this September (2019) to showcase various job opportunities for those seeking employment If you are looking for job opportunities, click the links at the end of this article.
The expansion of this Amazon headquarters will provide more than online orders. It's more movement of those blue tractor trailer containers in the area too. Think about it, when can you think of a time when you didn't see that 53' blue truck with a smile and dimple on local interstate 95 and the 495 beltway.
This grand opening may give homeowners a boost in equity. Since the announcement of the location, home prices have risen on average 7.5% across the region. If you are looking for information on values in your area or need assistance with finding temporary or permanent housing during your transition please don’t hesitate to give me a call (ReShawna Leaven with Keller Williams Realty Kingstowne, Alexandria, VA call or text 240-284-4114.
The immediate proximity to the Amazon HQ2 is out of reach for 90% of its employees. So, where can employees purchase more affordable residences in the region. Let’s breakdown the options for purchases based directions away from the immediate area Amazon HQ2.
Options for home purchases are:
To the North - Washington DC, Montgomery County, Howard County, Anne Arundel County
To the South - Prince William County, Stafford County, Fredericksburg
To the East - Prince George’s County, Charles County
To the West - Fairfax County, Loudoun County
Amazon Locations (Offices and Fulfillment Centers)
Arlington, Virginia - see homes for sale
Herndon, Virginia - see homes for sale
Sterling, Virginia - see homes for sale
Manassas, Virginia - see homes for sale
Baltimore, Maryland - see homes for sale
Washington, DC - see homes for sale
Jobs at Amazon - https://www.amazon.jobs/en
Amazon Offices
Student Programs
Fulfillment Centers
Amazon Virtual
Did you know that you can tour an Amazon fulfillment center - LEARN MORE
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