Braddock Place Style

Braddock Place is a condominum complex located in Alexandria, VA.  It offers its residents lots of charm, style, and convenience.  It is located near the Braddock Metro station which allows for easy access to and from D.C.   With several
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different amenities, it can be easy to make this place your own. 

The building is equipped with a gym and each unit has a washer and dryer.  During the summer months you can enjoy the amazing outdoor pool that is available to all residents.  Another great feature to brave the cold nights during the Northern Virgini Winter are fireplaces.  Many of the condos have nice ones pre installed. 

Braddock Place offers affordable units that are a great buy for the prices they offer.  In today's economy it can be difficult to make your dollar stretch and enjoy all the luxuries you are looking for that this place has to offer.  Braddock Place offers the great mix of style and convenience and is a great option for singles or small families. 

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Powell’s Run at Rippon Landing

Powell's Run at Rippon Landing is located in Woodbridge, VA, right off of route 1, in Prince William County. They are townhome style garage condominiums. Most have 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 1 half bath, along with 3 floor levels. The community looks very new, and it seems to be a quiet area. You can easily tell they are pretty newly built, and the neighborhood is very well taken care of. The closest schools are Leesylvania Elementary school, Rippon middle school, and Freedom high school. I-95 is not very far at all from the community, making living here convenient for any commuters.

Charming Old Town Village

In the southwest quadrant of Alexandria, VA lies a beautiful section of real estate known as Old Town Village.  Many people who settle in Alexandria come here for a number of reasons and one of the being it the charming character of each neighborhood.  Consequently, Old Town Village is no exception and it has lots to offer.  When researching this area of the city, I found that residents had the ability to catch the metro, enjoy plentiful dining options, and great shopping. The neighborhood has a collection of condominiums, townhouses, and single family’s that all meet the needs of an eclectic buyer pool.  If you are a busy professional looking to get into the market but don’t want the hassle of taking care of a large home, then you should consider looking at Canal Place, Port Royal, and Potowmack Crossing.  However, for small and large families looking to settle into Old Town Village there are several communities that may be the right fit.  Currently there are a host of townhomes available like the one on 1220 Roundhouse Ln, Alexandria.

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Want to Live Victoriously? Victory Lakes!

Victory Lakes is a luxury neighborhood located in Bristow, Virginia with a golf course and full time activities center. Homes in Victory Lakes are townhouse style and is great for young children and blooming families. Buildings are brand new with beautiful rich orange facades and box style windows. Many homes feature outdoor external crown molding and is very beautiful and aesthetically pleasing. A brand new elementary school is located internally inside the neighborhood. Victory Lakes is located in Prince William County right next to Interstate 66 and Manassas. It is also geographically proximate to Route 28 and Route 29. The activities center includes a calendar of events such as yoga classes, pottery tutorials and events, local socials, clubs, teams, and more. There are also multiple pools, ball fields, fishing lakes, and a clubhouse for those living in the neighborhood. Homes For Sale in Bristow

Carlyle Living

United States Patent and Trademark Office
The USPTO's glass cuts a striking line in Alexandria's skyline.
Finding a new place to live in Alexandria might not be as hard as you think.  If you are looking for something new and fresh then the Carlyle district might be a great option.  This area is located next to Old Town Alexandria but doesn’t take away from the flavor and charm of city living.  It includes condos and high rises that are complete with office buildings, restaurants and metro access. Several local businesses are located off of John Carlyle which in include Grant Thornton & the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.  The options for transportation couldn’t better with easy access to bus stops and the metro.  This neighborhood gives access to all the things many commuters and business professionals find important.  The dining options are endless and you don’t have to go far.  Many of them are a few steps away.  I enjoyed walking the streets and often felt as if I was in the middle of rush hour on foot.  The streets were lined with business men and women walking from one destination to the other. The great thing about living here is that if you ever have company you can have comfort and knowing that there are hotels minutes away and includes a number of local sites to take them to.  If you are interested in finding a new hip, modern, and classy location, you should consider Carlyle.  A few locations to check out would be Carlyle Towers, Carlyle Square, and Royalton Condos.

Homes for sale in the Carlyle District of Alexandria VA

55 and Older Community in Lorton

A Vibrant Neighborhood for People 55 and Older

Spring Hill Condo’s is a community for active adults 55 and over in Lorton.  The luxurious condos include two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and many also include a sunroom or balcony.   Spring Hill is located only a couple minutes from I-95 which offers convenient access to Washington D.C.  VRE commuter train station is convenient to this neighborhood.  Taking VRE into Washington, D.C. is extremely convenient and saves time due to congestion of traffic. On the property there is an impressive collection of amenities for you to enjoy including a fitness center with state-of-the-art weight training equipment and workout machines and low-impact aerobics classes.  There is also a playground with fun places to swing, climb, and explore.  An indoor pool is available year round along with a whirlpool tub.  The clubhouse is the ideal place for neighborhood gatherings, special parties and community-wide events.  Other amenities include tennis and bocce ball courts, walking trails where you can take in the scenery.

Housing Starts Rise in September

Spending on construction rose 0.5 percent in September with home building and government projects leading the way, the U.S. Commerce Department reported Monday. Spending on home building rose 1.8 percent, but the increase was offset by spending on commercial construction, which dropped 1.6 percent. Overall, non-residential construction was at the lowest level since January 2005. Housing starts rose 0.3 percent in September, the Commerce Department said, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 610,000 units – still low, but improving. Source: Bloomberg, Courtney Schlisserman (11/01/2010)
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FDIC

Federal Insurance Deposit Corp

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is an independent agency created by the Congress to maintain stability and public confidence in the nation's financial system by: FDIC
  • insuring deposits,
  • examining and supervising financial institutions for safety and soundness and consumer protection, and
  • managing receiverships.
The FDIC is located near Virginia Square Metro and is located at 3501 Fairfax Dr, Arlington VA.

Homes and Condos at Ballston

What’s New in New Housing Design

Here are the products grabbing the attention of the home building and remodeling industries, according to Bill Millholland, executive vice president of sales and marketing at Case Design/Remodeling in Maryland, and Jamie Gibbs, a New York-based interior designer:
  • Appliance Drawers. Small warning drawers, modest-sized dishwasher drawers for small loads, refrigerator drawers and microwave drawers.
  • Counter-depth refrigerators. Some are only 24 inches deep.
  • Motion-detecting faucets. Like you'd find in the restrooms of businesses.
  • LED (light-emitting diode) lighting. These are used under cabinets and in ceiling fixtures as a longer-lasting, more efficient alternative to compact fluorescent lamps and incandescent bulbs.
  • Electric heated floors. A nice touch in bathrooms,
  • Showers with multiple heads and body sprays. Bathtubs are out.
Source: The Washington Post (09/25/2010)