How To Ready Yourself For 2-BR House Hunting In Arlington County, Virginia

Are you ready to learn how to lay the groundwork for high-rise condo comparison in the merciless Arlington County real estate market? Photo of 2001 15th St N #509 Know that there’s no “right” time to real estate in Arlington County. If 2001 15th St N #509 is the right high-rise condo in Arlington County for you, don't take the chance of losing out because you’re trying to predict where the housing market in Arlington is going. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t change fast enough to make a significant difference in an individual high-rise condo’s price. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual high-rise condos you're looking at. Every single property in Arlington is unique. So, an opportunity lost today could be gone forever. Photo of 2001 15th St N #509 The most important opinion is your opinion. A bit of encouragement is helpful, but too much input can actually confuse you rather than enlighten you. Focus on the needs of the people who will actually be living in the home. Photo of 2001 15th St N #509 Accept that there is no perfect high-rise condo. There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. The association doesn't have enough amenities, but the association fee is low.The living room may be perfect, but the bathroom needs an update. We will prepare a list of priorites, and then fix our attention on those properties in Arlington that fit your specified criteria. Photo of 2001 15th St N #509 Sometimes you can negotiate the price, but not always. Arlington County has some of the savviest home sellers in the country. They are well-coached and well-informed. Arlington is filled with sellers who are well-educated, intelligent and they have access to loads of information. Photo of 2001 15th St N #509 When you're buying a home, you're buying a neighborhood. Don’t get completely enamored by the physical aspects of a home to the point that you forget about important issues such as:
  • walking/jogging paths
  • convenience
  • community activities
Photo of 2001 15th St N #509 Plan ahead. Don't put off these tasks. Before you shop you should:
  • select a Realtor
  • think about title companies
  • list your priorities
  • consider a moving schedule
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 2001 15th St N #509. Photo of 2001 15th St N #509
2001 15th St N #509, Arlington 22201
Stunning condo in amenity-rich Odyssey w/private balcony & monument views from every room! Spacious unit has been meticulously cared for & renovated w/ fresh paint, brand new floors & SS appliances that have never been used. Tons of storage … [Read more]
Price: $699,900 : 2001 15th St N #509, Arlington, VA 22201 || Beds: 2 || Baths: 2 || Half-Baths: 0 || Living Area: 999 || Days On Market: 72 || || The Odyssey || Buyer’s Rebate From Nesbitt Realty: $4,138 || MLS: AR10085601 Photo of 2001 15th St N #509

Will Nesbitt

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Will is the principal broker of Nesbitt Realty and Condo Alexandria. He is licensed in anywhere in the Commonwealth of Virginia, but focuses on those communities found in and around Alexandria, Arlington, Mount Vernon and Springfield/Franconia. Will has been involved in real estate management, sales and investment for more than twenty years. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army. While in the army, he studied Russian at Monterey's Defense Language Institute. He is also a "veteran of the dotcom wars" and built most of the sites associated with NesbittRealty.com Will currently resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Old Town, overlooking New Alexandria. He is a former president of the Mount Vernon Youth Athletic Association and founded the Alexandria Fun with Friends Group. Will is the author of BattlestorM, a tabletop fantasy game, which was published by Ral Partha Publishing in the late '90's, and Arthur's Realm, a boardgame available at the Gamecrafter.