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…
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
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
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The Washington, D.C. area has emerged from the recent recession with Northern Virginia leading the way, a George Mason University economist recently told local Realtors.
George Mason University economist Stephen Fuller said the economic recovery has been underway for about 17 months and is stronger than analysts expected.
He pointed to bright spots for the No. Virginia economy:
1) Employment: Fuller said the manufacturing segment has led the economy out of the downturn with increased hiring for 17 months in a row. Gross domestic product is higher now than when the recession started in November 2007.
2) Housing Shortage: He also predicted a future housing shortage for the region.
According to Fuller, the area likely will absorb about 700,000 more people in coming decades and needs to build about 35,000 housing units per year to keep up with demand.
While some apartment developers may err on the side of overbuilding, Fuller said more condominiums and smaller townhouses and single-family house are being built. The number of larger single-family developments is declining
But don’t uncork the champagne just yet. He also said consumer confidence remains low, despite the good economic news.
Located between Little River Turnpike and U.S Rt 50, Fairfax Plaza Townhomes offer two styles of living in one location. Located just, and we do mean ‘just’, outside of Fairfax City, off Pickett Rd. is Fairfax Plaza. By two styles of living we mean both apartment and townhouse-style condos. Two townhomes sit atop one apartment.
The condominiums feature 1600 sq. ft. of living space, 2 bedrooms, a den, a utility room and 2 full baths, they also offer eat in kitchen, dining room and step down living room.
The townhomes feature living/dining room, kitchen and ½ bath on walk in level and 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the upper level.
Fairfax Plaza offers through the door mail delivery. No more braving the elements to retrieve your mail. Other amenities include curbside pickup of trash and recycle, a pool, and a meeting room. Also included is snow removal of road and common sidewalk areas.
Within walking distance is Fair City mall, which offers restaurants. 6 screen theater as well as grocery shopping, electronics store and many others. It's a quiet community with an abundance of tees and a large crossection of people less than 5 miles to the Vienna Metro & Capitol Beltway.
Platform of the Vienna Metro Station
There can be a lot of things said about living in the Northern Virginia area, but one big thing would be the great access to jobs in the tri-city area. Deciding on which area to live can be based on the ability to get to and from your workplace. There is no denying that in an area like this that traffic can be a pain but it is great to know that there are options available if a car is not the most economical route for transportation.
Fairfax County, in particular, has developed a number of ways to meet the rising demand for public transportation and its great to know many city's have bus systems already in place. There are plenty of park and ride lots in the area that allow for commuters to drive to a particular location, park their car, and finish the rest of route to work on the metro. This helps the commuter avoid long waits in traffic and lower the cost of paying for gas in your car.
The metro is slated to extend out to Loudoun County and has already reached areas in Fairfax and Reston. There are several housing options next to these locations and they all have condos, townhomes, or single family's available for purchase. If you are a commuter looking for a great place to live that help your commuting costs, then you should check out Fairfax County. It's a commuter's dream.
Reston has been an up and coming city in Fairfax county over the last few years. The growth it has experienced has given buyers plenty of room to decided what kind of home best meets their need. Whether you want a neighborhood or city experience. Reston has definitely got whatever you need. It has tried to meet he needs of their community by adding several shopping centers and has quickly become one of the premier places to shop, dine, and socialize amongst Northern Virginians.
Reston Town Center is located in the hear of city and quite frankly you can drive for several blocks and find something to interest you or your family. Right around the block from Reston Town Center is another shopping center that offers access to stores like Best Buy, Lane Bryant, Barne's & Nobles, and Men's Warehouse. There are grocery stores integrated in these shopping centers as well like Harris Teeter. What's nice is that all of this action is surrounded by quiet neighborhoods of condos, townhomes, or single family homes.
Commuters will also be pleased by the ability to get to the metro quickly when trying to beat the morning rush. Reston straddles the Dulles Toll Road so you never have to worry about getting in and out of the city. In all honesty, I could go on and on about all that Reston has to offer. It is one of those places you have to see and experience to understand. Reston has a lot opportunity for a lot of buyers, it just depends on what your're looking for.
Harbor Terrace covered in snow.Harbor Terrace condos is located in Old Town Alexandria and provides the perfect escape for city living after a long day's work. It's easy to access and it offers plenty of access for commuters who need reliable ways for transportation. On the other hand, there are many companies that are based in Old Town so your commute may be as simple as a brisk walk.
Harbor Terrace is a nice condominium complex that has a lot to offer its residents who are looking for the perfect place to settle down. These condos feature lofts complete with a washer and dryer. The summer months can be filled with fun in the sun with outdoor barbecue grills available to residents. You can also take advantage of the community pavillion.
The community is in close proximity to Mount Vernon Bike Trail and welcomes residents with pets. You have access to parking on the street and you can feel safe knowing that the building has a secure entry system. No matter what your looking for in a condominium, Harbor Terrace has a lot of what need and more.
Their are many different types of condos available, and in a variety of different sizes. Types of condos can range from studios, to one-bedroom apartments, to townhouse condos, and sometimes you may be able to find three or four bedroom condos available as well. Different condominiums, as stated before come in different sizes, and with different floor plans of course. Some may have two bedrooms and two baths, while others will have three bedrooms and one and a half baths, and so on. It all depends on the specific condiminium your looking at.
Located in Southern Fairfax County near Engleside and Buckman Road, Pembrook Village offers residencies in a condominium community near many important roads and locations.
This condo community’s more than 100 units were built in the 1980s but many have been updated since then. They contain one, two or three bedrooms and often more than one bathroom. On the exterior, the quaint living space features pastel colors, white trim, porches and fences. Residents also have access to ample parking space and a tot lot.
Pembrook Village residents have easy access to Route 1 (Richmond Highway), which contains a recently built Walmart.
Being near Route 1 also makes for an easy commute to Alexandria and Fort Belvoir. Shoppers looking for more than Walmart will enjoy Pembrook Village’s proximity to Beacon Hill Mall, which contains everything from Giant Food and Drug to Lowes home improvement. It’s also located near Mt. Zephyr Park.
