Hillwood/Buffalo Park in Falls Church offers the piece and quiet of a detached home, while at the same time is just at short distance to shops, restaurants and commuter routes.
Hillwood/Buffalo Park was established around 1980 and properties cost around $676,000 each. Neighborhood is pedestrian friendly and served by Mount Daniel Elementary School, Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School and George Mason High School.
Arlington Village properties in Arlington VA offer the advantage of being close to DC, Pentagon, Airport, Bike trails and Capital Bikeshare. What is more, the community provides pool and tennis court. Grocery store, library, movies and what not are also handy from there.
Built in 1939, Arlington Village is served by Patrick Henry Elementary School, Jefferson Middle School and Wakefield High School. Properties cost between $300,000 and $400,000.
Townhouses at Holland Towne in Alexandria VA are located in a convenient area, which is only minutes to DC, at walking distance to public transportation, as well as close to shopping malls, restaurants etc.
Holland Towne neighborhood of townhouses was established in 1985 and it is served by James K. Polk Elementary School and Francis C. Hammond Middle School. Properties cost around $425,000.
Cardinal Estates is a community of single family homes in Fairfax County at Burke. Most homes in Cardinal Estates were built around 1971, but many have been renovated. Single family homes at Cardinal Estates will set you back from $410k to $490k.
Cardinal Estates is close to Burke Station Park, Royal Ridge Park. Cardinal Estates is near Burke Road and not far from Silchester Street. Cardinal Estates is close proximity to the Lake Braddock Secondary School District, shopping and all major highways. Cardinal Estates is minutes from Washington DC, less than one tenth of a mile to the Metro Bus Stop and a quarter of a mile to The VRE.
Cherry Run is a community of single family homes in Fairfax County at Burke. Cherry Run was built around 1978. Single family homes at Cherry Run generally cost from $410,000 to $490,000. Cherry Run is served by Cherry Run Elementary School, Lake Braddock Middle School, Lake Braddock High School.
Sought after Cherry Run offers convenient location for commuting, shopping, recreation and restaurants. Cherry Run is just off Fairfax County Pkwy and near Burke Lake. Cherry Run is close to Middle Run Park. Cherry Run is near Stipp Street and not far from Lee Chapel Road.
Homewood is a community of single family homes in Fairfax County at Burke. Homewood was built around 1984. Single family homes at Homewood generally cost from $510,000 to $590,000. Homewood is served by Kings Park Elementary School, Lake Braddock Middle School, Lake Braddock High School.
Homewood is close to Royal Ridge Park, Burke Station Park. Homewood is near Burke Road and Stewart Street.
Heritage Square North is a community of townhouses in Fairfax County at Burke. Heritage Square North was built around 1978. Townhouses at Heritage Square North generally cost from $310,000 to $390,000. Heritage Square North is served by Kings Glen Elementary School, Lake Braddock Middle School, Lake Braddock High School.
Heritage Square North is close to Colonial Silas Burke Park, Burke Station Park. Heritage Square North is near Burke Road and Kite Street. Heritage Square North is within a mile of VRE Rolling Road, Burke Lake, Burke Centre Pkwy. Nearby I-495 Hot Lanes & Braddock for easy Commuting to Pentagon City, DC.
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If you are looking or even just thinking about buying a condominium home in or around Northern Virginia, it's perfectly natural to feel a little nervous. Buying a condo and owning your own home is a large, life changing purchase. Indeed, any individual thinking about buying a condo needs to know what to expect and how to prepare for those expectations. Below is a short list of 5 essential tips that any condo buyer would do well to consider throughout the process of finding a new condominium home. Happy hunting!
1) Look at Everything in Person
First, remember to look in person at any condo unit you are interested in. It is very important that you make sure to actually see the amenities, parking space, and condo facilities personally. This simple but critical task will avoid any confusion and disappointment later on and will ensure that you are satisfied with your condo purchase. If you absolutely cannot look at the condo in person than ask the seller if you can send a friend you trust to look at the unit instead. In addition, if you are located in a different city than where you are condo shopping, be sure to ask the condo seller or Realtor to send you as many pictures as possible of the condo and the condo building before you make a decision.
2) Carefully review the Condo Association Fees FirstMarina Towers is in Alexandria 22314
Make sure that you know what exactly is included in your condo purchase. What amenities are included in the condo fees to make the condo right for the price? Or, on the other hand, are you going to end up paying for benefits you don't need? In addition, ask if there is any insurance included. Different condo associations may charge the same amount per month, but one may include some incidental insurance while others may require hefty fees for amenities you may not really need or want. Finally, check the condo association meetings and/or any printed bulletins that result from them. Look for any past or developing issues that you need to take into account.
3) Never Ignore the Documents that Accompany the Condo Purchase
Always review the condominium documents very carefully before you buy. In layman's terms, don't ignore the fine print. Here, you should check the total price and property documents to make sure that they are reasonable for the area. Be especially cautious if the price is very low because this could mean you will need a special assessment of the unit, which could cost you a lot of money, later in the future.
4) Always Review Comparable Units for Sale in the Same BuildingEton Square in Alexandria
While every condo building is unique and features different amenities, styles, policies, and location, it is important that you look into other condo units that are for sale or have sold in the same building. Here, do not simply rely on the recent sale price of another unit in the building. Consider what another units' floor plan was, what views it had, or if it had any special upgrades. Depending on the view and floor of the unit, the price of a one bedroom can vary within a condo building.
5) Work with a Specialist
The condominium marketplace is often a very specialized type of real estate and as such, you should always consider working with a qualified realtor, and particularly one who specializes in condos. With the help of a realtor, you will have access to a greater condominium market which will enable you to find the best condo unit to fit your needs at a price that you can live with.
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Burke Station Square is a community of single family homes in Fairfax County at Burke. Most homes in Burke Station Square were built around 1978, but many have been renovated. Single family homes at Burke Station Square generally cost from $510,000 to $590,000. Burke Station Square is served by Kings Park Elementary School, Lake Braddock Middle School, Lake Braddock High School.
Burke Station Square is close to Colonel Silas Burke Park, Burke Station Park. Burke Station Square is near Burke Road and Hillside Road. Burke Station Square is walk to Rolling Road VRE and close to metro bus routes, easy access to Braddock, 495, 395, Fairfax County Pkwy.