Deciding on whether a single family home is much more suitable than a condominium or townhouse home requires much thought and consideration. But in the end it still comes down to what you want.
Here are a few facts to consider:
Single Family Homes
Close knit community with possible green spaces
No monthly homeowners/condo fees
Less strict community rules and regulations
Restrictions cannot be imposed by an association without your consent.
Less restriction and fees with parking
Condo and Townhomes
All expenses towards maintaining your home is covered by the condo fees such as common area repairs, roof repairs, other maintenance and repairs.
Controlled access for some
Amenities available for the community such as clubrooms, pools, gyms and more
Shuttle services are offered as well as public transit service
Situated on a rolling forest terrain in West Springfield, Cardinal Forest is a condominium development that was constructed in 1968 and converted into a condominium community in 1978.
Below are the available floorplans at Cardinal Forest:
Cardinal Forest highlights 130 acres of landscaping with trails and pools near Lake Accotink offering tranquil living near nature.
The community of Cardinal Forest comprises of 1050 units wherein 501 are townhouses and 549 are condominium units. The units have brick exteriors while some are stucco that results in reduced maintenance fees for condo owners. Cardinal Forest offers a variety of 26 floorplans which are 1 to 3 bedroom townhouse style floorplans and 1 to 3 bedroom apartment style floorplans.
Located off Telegraph Road near Kingstowne and Rose Hill in Franconia, the Lee District RECenter is situated on a 193 acre park with 84,000 square feet of recreational facilities.
For more information, contact the Lee District RECenter at 6601 Telegraph Road in Franconia, VA or call 703 922 9841.
Recreational Outdoor Amenities:
1 Soccer Field
2 Football Fields
4 Basketball Courts
Sand Volleyball Court
4 Tennis Courts
Horseshoe Pits
Playground
Tot Lot
4 Picnic Areas
Amphitheater
Walking Trails
Carrousel
RECenter
Amenities inside the RECenter:
Natatorium
Gym
Fitness Center
3 Multipurpose Rooms
Dance Rooms
Volleyball – Racquetball Courts
Mezzanine
Pre-School
Amenities of the Natatorium inside the RECenter:
50 Meter Heated Pool
Spectator Seating
Super Slide
3 Diving Boards
Spa
Locker Rooms
Family Chaging Rooms
Saunas
Showers
Sun Deck
Grass Sunbathing Area
Amenities of the Fitness Center inside the RECenter:
The Alexandria Little Theatre is located in Old Town Alexandria VA
Alexandria's Little Theatre is a wonderful addition to this community of Old Town Alexandria Virginia. In 1934 it was founded by Mary Lindsey and was first named Peacock Players. Located in the Old Town area at 60 Wolfe Street Alexandria, Virginia it not only produces intriguing shows, you can also volunteer, audition, or take a class. The theatre offers:
Adult Classes
Youth Classes
Summer Camps
Membership
One-Act Playwright Competition
Becoming a member, with an annual fee, you become part of the theatre family by volunteering, using your skills, receiving a newsletter and receiving discounted fees to the productions. If you have any questions or just want to see more you can visit The Little Theatre at www.thelittletheatre.com
Floral Grandeur at Bon Air Memorial Rose GardenBon Air Memorial Rose Garden
850 North Lexington St.
Arlington, VA 22205
Situated at the corner of North Lexington and Wilson Boulevard at North Lexington Street in Arlington, The Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden features 135 rose varieties and over 2500 plant species It is the scenic location for botanical aficionados, lovers or for those who would just like to enjoy the 23.65 acres of nature.
Amenities offered at Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden:
3 Water Fountains
Picnic Shelter
1 Open Leisure Space
Grills
Paved Trails
Stream
Restrooms
Playgrounds
2 Tennis Courts
1 Basketball Court
1 Volleyball Court
The highlights of the Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden, where “All American Roses” is held yearly, are the rose garden, azalea garden, shade garden, sun garden and ornamental tree garden showcasing miniature roses, Hybrid Tea Roses, Floribunda, Grandiflora and more. The rose garden is managed by the Arlington Rose Foundation. For more information about the rose garden, please contact the Arlington Rose Foundation at 703 358 4747.
The Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden is open from Sunrise till half an hour after Sunset throughout the year.
Last month, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors recommended names for the eight Metrorail stations that are part of the Dulles Metrorail Project. The names, which must be approved by the Washington Metro Transit Authority board of directors, are as follows:
Tysons-McLean
Tysons I & II
Tysons Central
Tysons-Spring Hill Rd
Reston-Wiehle Ave
Reston Town Center
Herndon-Reston West
Herndon-Dulles East
Each proposed station name connotes a community: Tysons, Reston, Herndon, or McLean. Some include street names while others include the name of shopping malls and a town center.
The 23-mile transit line will run from Tysons to Dulles International Airport to the rest of the region, and the project comprises a total of 11 Metrorail stations, eight of which are located in Fairfax County.
The stations from Tysons-McLean to Reston-Wiehle Ave are scheduled to be operational in mid-2013.
Located on the Waterfront of Historic Old Town Alexandria, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is a great place for art lovers and tourists alike. The center is stocked
A Penthouse unit from the Torpedo Factory
with pieces ranging from “The Nest Project” to at “Fiberworks” Gallery. The museum has over 500,000 visitors annually and has over 82 artist studios, six galleries, two workshops, and the Alexandria Archaeology Museum. The center also houses over 165 visual artists who produce artwork ranging from painting to stained glass. The Torpedo Factory is located at 105 N. Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. (703) 838-4565.
Across the street from the Torpedo Factory Art Center is the Torpedo Factory Condominiums, a collection of apartment and townhouse-style condos at the heart of Old Town's most desirable waterfront locations.
After the process of picking out your dream property, the offer is to be written along with proof of Earnest Money and lender approval, your real estate agent will present the offer to the selling said.
This is where we, real estate agents use our expertise in presenting the offer, because it just doesn’t end there. It’s not simply handing the documentation to the listing agent and then wait patiently for their response. It is essential that the offer be over and for the fact that bargains do not last forever, we call up the listing agent to inform that the offer had already been sent over.
It is during this conversation that details be shared with the listing agent such as background information about our clients as to what would reflect as to what you would be looking for. We can describe as to how qualified you are to buy the property and how many properties we have looked at and that there are certain aspects or features about that home you sincerely appreciate.
As real estate agents, we review and explain all details of the offer such as inspections, date of closing, contingent or non contingent, pricing and the like. We also discuss a timeline to outline the milsestyones from the offer to settlement.
Contact Nesbitt Realtyhttp://nesbittrealty.com
1451 Belle Haven Rd. #222
Alexandria VA 22307
LICENSED IN VIRGINIA
703 765 0300
888 783 6391 (fax)
When buying or selling a condo in Alexandria, VA, the role of a real estate agent plays an important part during the process and the closing of a sale.
As a seller, your real estate agent –
Help you in analyzing its fair market value
Help prepare the condo for selling quality
List your condo to get it out in the market efficiently
Negotiate in pricing with potential buyers
Complete your sales agreement and finally close the sale smoothly
As a buyer, your real estate agent can –
Help you decide what is better for you, renting or owning
Assist in preapproval in mortgage
Locating, viewing and selecting the right condo
Help you in analyzing its fair market value
Help prepare the condo for selling quality
List your condo to get it out in the market efficiently
Get your dream condo with a real estate agent’s help. Contact Nesbitt Realtyhttp://nesbittrealty.com
1451 Belle Haven Rd. #222
Alexandria VA 22307
LICENSED IN VIRGINIA
703 765 0300
888 783 6391 (fax)
Purchasing a home is a process that cannot go smoothly unless you take it step by step. This is where having a real estate agent is important.
It is essential that you are prepared and already have a loan secured. Securing it early will assist you in making decisions with your home purchase.
With a secured loan, you can either broaden or lessen your prospective homes as you would need the price to be within your budget while your offer will be good one as you are ready to buy. Getting the finances in order will make the process quicker without hindrances.
Let a real estate agent assist you with your home purchase decisions.
Julie Nesbitt
Julie Nesbitt knows the back trails and by-ways of Northern Virginia real estate.
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