Do you want to know where to begin for real estate hunting in the Arlington County real estate market?
Understand that you can't know the “right” time to buy.
If you find the perfect 1-bedroom garden-style condo now, don’t risk losing it because you’re trying to guess where the interest rates are going in Arlington! Outside factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t fluctuate quickly enough to make a significant difference in an individual garden-style condo’s price in Arlington. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual real estate involved. That's because all real estate is unique. By the same token, opportunities in real estate are unique. That special home you've found in Arlington County might never be on the market again in your lifetime.
Trust your gut.
Of course, everyone likes a little reassurance, but too many comments can make it hard to hear your own thoughts. Concentrate on your own desires, and not the needs and wants of people who won't be living in the home.
Start with the assumption that no garden-style condo is ever perfect.
There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. You were searching for brick Colonial homes and the price is less than $337,250 but you don't want 22206.The association provides all utilities but the association fee is high. Organize your needs and wants, and focus only on properties in Arlington that fit your specified criteria.
Be prepared to haggle, but don't expect someone to give away real estate in Arlington, Virginia.
Your home is more than a simple investment. It's your home. It's more important to get the right home than the right price. We have a very efficient real estate market in Arlington County and most homes will trade for about what they are worth. There are very few properties that sell for more or less than the appraised value.
When you're buying a garden-style condo like 3501 Stafford St S #A1 in Arlington, you're also buying a neighborhood like Fairlington Glen.
Don’t get so caught up in the physical aspects of the house itself that you forget about important issues such as:
- how close the neighborhood is to friends and family
- community activities
- commute and traffic
Organize yourself now.
Don't shop for homes before you:
- list your priorities
- to get approved for a mortgage
- figure your budget
- think about title companies
I can help with the purchase process. Even if you just need to talk to learn more about how to go forward, please don’t hesitate to call. Contact me if you’d like to learn more about 3501 Stafford St S #A1.
NEW WINDOWS BEING INSTALLED 12/21. Spacious 1490 SF 1 BR+Den/2BA 2-level condo in Fairlington Glen. Prime unit location backing to tennis courts. LL w/ rec rm + den (may be used as a potential 2nd BR). Large private fenced-in patio. Community … [Read more]
Price: $355,000 : 3501 Stafford St S #A1, Arlington, VA
22206
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Beds: 1 ||
Baths: 2 ||
Half-Baths: 0 ||
Living Area: 745 ||
Days On Market: 41 ||
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Fairlington Glen ||
Buyer’s Rebate From Nesbitt Realty: $1,395 || MLS: AR10101348
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