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A small survey of first-time home buyers found that more than half of the families were surprised at how expensive it was to own a home, even though 88 percent believed they had done a good estimate of the costs.
The study for BBVA Compass, a lender based in Alabama, concluded that most lenders don’t warn buyers that there will be costs beyond principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.
Among those costs are utilities. The U.S. Department of Energy reported that the typical family spends $1,900 a year – $158 per month – on things like heat, air conditioning and power.
The National Association of Home Builders calculated that the typical buyer of a new home spends about $8,640 within the first 12 months for furnishings, appliances, and home repairs and fix-ups, while the typical buyer of a resale home spends $6,540. Many real estate owners also have to pay home owners association fees or condo fees. Lawn care expenses will arise through the warmer months and in Virginia, leaf removal is also an expense to consider. Finally all homes will require maintenance.
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Established in 1974 with a mission to reduce homelessness, increase community support and promote self sufficiency, the Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is operated by a multi-denominational board of directors and staff managing over 70 housing units. Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services is located in the Mount Zephyr Business Center at 8305 Richmond…
King Street Garden Park
Near King St. Metro in Old Town Alexandria VA, King Street Gardens Park can be found at the foot of the George Washington National Masonic Memorial. The main feature of King Street Gardens is a large metal sculpture with hanging gardens.
The metal sculpture and sunken gardens are of historic aspects of the site. The abstract metal sculpture somewhat represents a plow, a ship’s prow or a colonial style 3 cornered hat, with the sunken gardens representing the wetlands. Trellised gardens were popular during the Victorian Era, and up to date the gardens relive that era. The street grid plan was originally laid out by George Washington.
As seen from King Street Metro
Hotels, office buildings, AMTRAK and a Metro Stop surround this enchanting historical park. Outdoor concerts are held here as well for the public’s enjoyment.
Old Town Farmer’s Market sets up at the park every Wednesdays during summer.
This aerial photo from 1980 depicts the intersection of Frye Road and Rt 1 (Richmond Highway). It's amazing how much this area has changed. Compare this to a Google satellite image from today.
Frye Rd & Richmond Highway
Kingstowne is a planned community in Fairfax County VA
There are a number of interesting townhome options for buyers who are interested in the Kingstowne / Franconia area of Southern Fairfax County. These are a few of our favorite communities:
Amberleigh. Northern Virginia is home to this community, studded with trees. With almost 500 town homes available, this community located in Southern Fairfax County has easy access to several Interstates and the Fairfax County Parkway. A testament to convenience when it comes to easy commutes to various employment centers, it is also only a few minutes’ walk to Washington’s Metrorail System and the Virginia Railway Express.
Franconia Commons. In Fairfax County, Virginia, close to the Springfield Mall, lies Franconia Commons, where a total of 323 town homes is located.
Governors Grove and Governors Hill. Near Franconia and Telegraph Road, these two communities sport a variety of townhouses and single family homes for people working at the executive level.
Island Creek. Close to Beulah and Fort Belvoir, multiple townhouses and condominiums are nestled in this community.
Landsdowne. From Telegraph Road corner Beulah Street is this family-friendly townhouse community in close proximity to a shopping center and a daycare facility, as well as a branch of the county’s public library. Landsdowne is very close to the location of the new Wegmans in Fairfax County VA.
Manchester Lakes. Showing more than a thousand condominium and townhome units, this community was built in the late 1980s. Spelling convenience with its many amenities, accessibility, and its variety of shopping areas and restaurants, this community also provides fun through a clubhouse, two outdoor pools, tennis courts, gyms, tot lots, multiple ponds, and a park. The peaceful surroundings and comfort provided by this community make it quite an ideal home for citizens of Kingstowne.
Runnymeade TownhouseRunnymeade, Van Dorn Village, and Wellington Commons. Commuters will surely appreciate the convenience provided by these communities (located right next to one another) as they are located right between Van Dorn Street and Franconia and is also nearby the Beltway and the Van Dorn Metro.
Windsor Park. Stemming out of Beulah Street, this townhouse community is worth checking out for those who are on a budget.
Aurora Hills Senior Center is a great place to come and enjoy several activities. The center has a meeting room, multi-purpose room, tennis courts, picnic shelter, playground, and much more.
Come and enjoy this center Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30a.m.-3:00p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
For more information please contact:
Aurora Hills Senior Center-Julie Albers
735 18th Street S.
Arlington, VA. 22202
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Nearby Aurora Hills Homes Recently Listed for Sale
Does the idea of a rentals in Old Town Alexandria for less than $25 sound too good to be true? We got a list of homes for rent ranging from $8 to $25 per month. As you might expect there is a small catch . . .
The homes were offered for rent by John D. Normoyle in 1910. Prices have gone up just a little since then.
Cost of rentals in Old Town in 1910.
The Watergate of Alexandria offers townhouse living in the North End of Alexandria's Old Town. Watergate residences are two and three-story luxury residences which fit well with the character of Old Town.
colonial elegance at the Watergate of Alexandria
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Ballston Farmer's Market is located at Welburn Square at 9th Street North and North Stuart Street. The Ballston Farmer's Market features produce, cheese, breads, gourmet sauces, maple syrup, and much more! Plus free lunchtime concerts and chefs’ demonstrations.
The market is open on Every Thursday, starting May 2010 3 – 7 p.m.
Love to settle down with a good book? The Mary Styles Public Library is the place for you. Along with hundreds of books the library also has Thursday Evening Book Discussions and Senior Book Discussions. There is also a Twilight Club for all of you Twilight fans.
The book discussions do not require registration, however the Twilight Club does require registration. If you would like to start your own book discussion ask for one of the New Book Discussion Kits. Mary Riley Styles Public Library is also listed as one of America's Star Libraries.
For more information please contact:
Mary Riley Styles Public Library
120 N. Virginia Ave.
Falls Church, VA. 22046
703-248-5031
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About the Author --- Aubrey Nesbitt is a native of Northern Virginia who attended Virginia Commonwealth University. He is a veteran of the US Army and helps his family business by providing informational articles like this one. In addition to photography and blogging, Aubrey provides administrative support for the office.
Aurora Hills Senior Center is a great place to come and enjoy several activities. The center has a meeting room, multi-purpose room, tennis courts, picnic shelter, playground, and much more.
Come and enjoy this center Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30a.m.-3:00p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
For more information please contact:
Aurora Hills Senior Center-Julie Albers
735 18th Street S.
Arlington, VA. 22202
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