Located in the heart of Northern Virginia, Nesbitt Realty is a family-owned and -operated real estate agency.
I’m not complaining but …
Sometimes it sucks to be a realtor. I'm not complaining though. Most days are like this: On days like this, I love my vocation. I get to meet new people, look at interesting real estate and gossip with folks on my blog. I like driving around Alexandria, Arlington and Fairfax County. I like seeing people...Continue reading→
A Tale of Two Short Sales
It was the best of times; it was the worst of times ... In many parts of the country the economy is stalled. One indication of this condition is the many short-sales and foreclosures on the market. But that means opportunity for savvy buyers. This is a tale of two buyers, Amy and Edwin. Both...Continue reading→
Coming Attractions from the Torpedo Factory condos
Are you looking for two bedrooms in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Northern Virginia? This is your "heads-up". We'll soon be offering a condominium for sale at the famed Torpedo Factory condos in Old Town Alexandria VA. There are a few details we're going to take care of before formally offering the place...Continue reading→
The customer is always right … but the client is not.
It doesn't happen often, but about once a year I anger a potential client. Usually it's a prospective renter. I throw this story out to my fellow realtors and real estate agents, because I don't like it when people get mad at me and I like to re-examine what I did so that the next...Continue reading→
Washer and Dryer in the Unit?
This week I was in a condo selling for over a million dollars. It was a beautiful condominium home with excellent views, a state of the art kitchen and all the upgrades one might expect ... except the unit didn't have a washer and dryer. Because my office is in River Towers, and we also...Continue reading→
The courtyard of the Olympus at Landmark
The building's unique curved shaped offers intriguing vistas and not just from the oversized curved balconies that each unit enjoys. The Olympus is located in the West End of Alexandria between I-495 and I-395 near Landmark Mall. The Sentinel of Landmark is across the street, but there are many condominiums in this area, including Alexandria...Continue reading→
Should I wait for prices to drop before purchasing?
National trends may be continuing to decline, but in Alexandria, Arlington, and nearby parts of Northern Virginia real estate is showing two signs of a comeback. According to an MRIS Press Release: "Selling prices remain flat metro wide in the Greater Washington DC region, but the central jurisdictions---DC, Alexandria, and Arlington and Montgomery counties---continue to...Continue reading→
Farmer’s Market in Old Town Alexandria VA
The Upper King Street Fresh Farmers' Market is held at 1806 King St. at the King Street Gardens Park. The King Street Gardens Park is a short walk east from the King St. Metro station. The market is open from 3 pm to 7 pm on Wednesdays. The market is open through-out the late spring and...Continue reading→
Farmer’s Market at Sherwood Hall Library
At the nearby Sherwood Hall Library every Tuesday the Farmer's Market gathers many River Towers locals. Get your flowers and veggies! A selection of homemade pies and pastries. Something for Everyone The farmer's market has locally grown organic fruits, vegetables and pies & pastries, all natural free-range meats, as well as crafts and other interesting...Continue reading→
Happy Independence day in the National Capital Region
Happy Independence Day! From all of us at Condo Alexandria, we hope you and your family had a safe and happy 4th of July.