Question: How do I balance purchasing and selling a home at the same time?
Answer: To meet the needs of today’s seller-friendly market, agents must juggle more than ever before to bring all the pieces together. I am often asked which should come first: finding my dream home or selling my current home?
Circa 1852, this distinguished Old Town residence epitomizes the synergy of the historic charm of yesteryear with the modern conveniences of today. Wonderful high ceilings, generously proportioned rooms, tall light-filled windows, exquisite millwork and original heart of pine floors add special touches of character.
As you enter through the handsome vestibule and original front door, the beautiful entrance hall greets you, boasting airy ceilings, a wide window, and a notable staircase. Large-scale entertaining and family gatherings will be hosted in the spectacular living room with 11-foot-8-inch high ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, a Czechoslovakian crystal chandelier and built-in bookshelves. The main hallway guides you to the inviting side entrance foyer with statuary marble flooring, which leads to a cozy office and powder room. The regal dining room with a stately fireplace can fit a sizable table for sharing meals and celebrating special occasions. The bright kitchen is equipped with abundant cabinetry, ample preparation space, and a lovely adjoining breakfast nook plus a door to the patio for al fresco dining.
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It’s no secret the real estate market is boomin’ right now. This past week, 77 properties were sold in Alexandria, including a $4.5 million waterfront condo in Old Town.
As of March 7, Homesnap reports 347 homes are listed for sale, including 260 condos, 39 detached homes and 48 townhomes.
Just Listed highlights Alexandria City properties that came on the market within the past week. This feature is sponsored by the Jen Walker Team (Licensed in VA) of McEnearney Associates Realtors®.
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Question: How hard is it to sell a home in today’s market?
Answer: The short answer, it’s not too difficult to sell a home in today’s market. The longer answer is, to sell a home well in any market, it takes skill, expertise and experience. Selling a home well involves a lot more than just putting a sign in the yard or even getting it sold. Selling a home well means getting the home sold at the best price possible, with good terms for the seller and with the least amount of stress.
According to the 2021 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Online Programs rankings, Virginia Tech’s 100% online Master’s in Information Technology is the nation’s fourth best and is ranked No. 1 for veterans.
The VT-MIT program, a joint venture offered through the College of Engineering and the Pamplin College of Business, maintains a top five ranking for the eighth consecutive year. The top placement attests to the program’s enduring commitment to supplying professionals in the field of information technology with the interdisciplinary and emerging skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
Venue is located in the heart of Old Town North, a unique neighborhood that allows you to experience the best Old Town Alexandria has to offer. After just a few short months of sales, The Residences at Venue, 119 condominiums priced from the $550s to $2.8 million, and The Towns at Venue, three-level townhomes from $1.4 million to $2.7 million, are already over 50% sold.
This new community is close to famous local amenities like the shops, restaurants and galleries along King Street and the scenery of the Mount Vernon Trail. Harris Teeter, Trader Joe’s and ample green spaces are all within walking distance.
Just Listed highlights Alexandria City properties that came on the market within the past week. This feature is sponsored by the Jen Walker Team (Licensed in VA) of McEnearney Associates Realtors®.
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This Neighborhood Spotlight is brought to you by The Seward Group of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty.
Welcome to our first Neighborhood Spotlight. We are pleased to present this new monthly column that will highlight the vast array of Alexandria neighborhoods.
Question: How did the real estate market for the second half of 2020 compare to 2019 in the City of Alexandria?
Answer: The City of Alexandria rebounded from COVID-19’s impact on the market, but as is true for other close-in jurisdictions, that rebound has been a little uneven.
