Question: How did the real estate market finish the summer?

Answer: Every month on our website we profile the most important market indicators for Northern Virginia — contract activity, interest rates, inventory, affordability, and the direction of the market — in an easy to read and digest summary followed by supporting charts and data. In October, we will breakout data in more detail for the third quarter for the City of Alexandria and South Alexandria. In the meantime, we are presenting our latest Market-in-a-Minute summary for Northern Virginia. Read the full StatPak report here.


Noteworthy: Magnificent Victorian built in 1870

Nestled in the heart of Old Town, this magnificent Victorian residence exudes elegance and offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. Built in 1870, this freestanding brick home sits on a beautiful tree-lined block and its picturesque façade with decorative window pediments and cornice add to the inviting curb appeal.


End the summer strong with our Fitness Series at Carlyle Crossing on Saturday, September 9.

Get your blood pumping with a bootcamp-style BASH Boxing workout or wind down with an invigorating yoga sesh by YogaSix. Your instructor-led class is complete with snacks + drinks to keep your energy up + muscles hydrated.


Explore Alexandria living in this bi-weekly column sponsored and written by Sandy McMaster of McEnearney Associates. Got a question or comment? Contact Sandy at [email protected].

Warm hospitality, urban beach food, and the ONLY place you can order the freak’n Catalina wine mixer!


This week’s Q&A column, sponsored and written by McEnearney Associates Realtors®, the leading real estate firm in Alexandria, is a bit of a departure from our usual format. To learn more about this article and relevant Alexandria market news, contact us at 703-549-9292. You may also submit your questions to McEnearney Associates via email for response in future columns.

Question: A reader recently asked us a question about the resale value for homes with solar panels. Did it help, hurt or have no impact at all?


Explore Alexandria living in this bi-weekly column sponsored and written by Sandy McMaster of McEnearney Associates. Got a question or comment? Contact Sandy at [email protected].

A big part of building a life you love in Alexandria is finding the right home, but it’s also about having favorite faces and places. Just as your home is a place to relax and refuel, your favorite places are too. They’re like a haven.


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