Real Estate Information Archive

Old Town Alexandria VA Market Statistics for September 2011

Home sales in Old Town Alexandria VA take a sharp dip in September.  Take a look at the interactive chart below and use your mouse to scroll over the points.  Continuing a four month downward trend, the number of homes sold in September totaled 34 units.  The spring real estate market in Old Town Alexandria was up in May with 67 homes sold.  The number of homes sold in June stayed the same at 67, but in July sales were down three units to 64, and in August sales were 57, and declined sharply in September to 34.

The median sales prices for homes in Old Town Alexandria VA was also down.  In September 2011, the median sales price was $518,500.  In August 2011, the median sales prices was $562,000.

Better news for homeowners looking to sell their Old Town Alexandria VA home is that the average days on market went down in September 2011 to 72.  This is significantly lower than the number of days on the market in August 2011, which was 114.

Things To Do In Alexandria VA for October 2011 -
 Tamara's Monthly Event Calendar

All work and no play will make life really dull.  But here in Alexandria VA, there are way too many things to do so 'dull' has no room in the vocabulary. 

Here's a print-friendly version of my October events calendar.  I hope to see you here in Alexandria VA this month!

 Fall 2011 Events And Things To Do - Farms And Pumpkin Patches For All To Enjoy

Are you wondering where to take the kids this fall for some pumpkin pickings?  There are so many places to visit for fall fun in and around Alexandria VA.  Here are a few and I hope to see you there!

Cox Farms:
 15621 Braddock Road, Centreville, Virginia (703) 830-4121One of the largest fall festivals in Virginia! Activities include unlimited hayrides, Giant slides, rope swings, farm animal feeding, pumpkin patch, live entertainment and much more.

Pumpkinville at Leesburg Animal Park:
 19270 James Monroe Highway, Leesburg, Virginia (703) 433-0002. The farm play area includes an Indian teepee, giant slides, a hay maze, unlimited hayrides, straw mountains, tot maze, rope swings, tractors to climb on, a large inflated firetruck slide, moon bounces, and much more.

Mount Vernon Fall Harvest Family Days
 Visit George Washington's estate and enjoy autumn activities including horse-drawn wagon rides, wheat treading in the 16-sided barn, a straw bale maze, early-American games, music and demonstrations.

Pumpkin Playground at Burke Nursery and Garden Center
 9401 Burke Road, Burke, Virginia (703) 323-1188
 Highlights include pirate and western-themed activities, Native American storytellers, slides, tumbling tubes, rope swings, A Monster Truck, mechanical rides, farm animals, clowns, magicians, musicians, Wobble Wagon rides and much more.

Old Mine Ranch
 17507 Mine Rd. Dumfries, Virginia (703) 441-1382. Through the month of October, enjoy pumpkin picking, hayrides, slides, petting farm, moonbounce and more.

Hollins Farms Orchard
 1524 Snowden Road Delaplane, Virginia (540) 592-3574
 One of the largest pumpkin patches in Northern Virginia. Pick a pumpkin, see farm animals and baby calves, take a pony ride, enjoy live music, hiking, and more.

So, where will you be heading this fall?

VHDA Short Sale Process Aims To Help Distressed Owners

Even former first-time buyers face financial hardships and sometimes face the challenge of a short sale.  A short sale is when the homeowner owes more than what the home is worth, and must obtain the approval of the lender(s) to sell the home at market value.

One major benefit of working with VHDA is that you work directly with the VHDA representatives who are based out of Richmond, Virginia.  Each of the representatives has a direct phone number and email.  Unlike many large banks where you have to dial into a phone tree, and you may not speak to the same person each time, the VHDA representatives are responsive and appear to have the interest of the borrower in mind.

This listing in the Templeton at Alexandria located at 250 S. Reynolds Street, Unit #109 is a VHDA Short Sale and currently priced at $185,000.

Once an offer is submitted, the purchaser should allow 30-45 days for VHDA to approve the sale, and closing can take place with 30 days.

Any request for closing costs should be included in the purchase offer, and VHDA will consider the request.  For the homeowner, VHDA will not pursue a foreclosure as long as the homeowner is actively working with a qualified short sale agent to sell the home.

If you purchased a home with a VHDA loan and are having difficultly making the mortgage payments, contact me to see if you qualify for a short sale.

Another Happy Del Ray Homeseller! |
Just Sold In Auburn Village - 316 Ashby Street

Alexandria VA Real Estate - Active Del Ray homebuyers are forced to continue their search for a one bedroom condo for sale.  Del Ray listing agent Tamara Inzunza has just sold another home.

316 Ashby Street Unit C has just sold for $185,000.  This Del Ray condo was move-in ready and received multiple offers in the current buyers market.  The property was on the market for less than a week before receiving an offer.

If you currently own a condo in Auburn Village and are thinking about selling, contact me for free market analysis.  If you are considering buying a home in Del Ray, use the links right here to help you with your search. 

Helpful Links - Auburn Village Photo Tour

Auburn Village Condos For Sale

Del Ray Condos For Sale

Old Town Alexandria Condos For Sale

Short Sales In Lorton VA | Laurel Highlands Luxury Townhome At
9174 Furey Road

This is a move-in ready short sale in Fairfax County's popular subdivision of Laurel Highlands.

With three bedrooms, three full baths, one half bath, hardwood floors, a luxurious master bedroom with customized walk-in closet, upper level laundry, and a finished walkout basement, you'll find no signs of distress here!

It's rare to find a short sale that is in impeccable condition with upgraded features, close to public transportation such as the Lorton Station VRE and the I-95 HOV lanes.  Currently offered at $425,000 be sure that you don't miss out on this Lorton VA short sale opportunity.

Tamara Inzunza a listing agent who specializes in Lorton VA short sales. If you currently own a home in Lorton, Virginia and are facing a financial hardship, you may qualify to sell your home as a short sale.

Alexandria VA Short Sale Listing Agent Markets With Video Tour | 1030 Anderson Street Alexandria VA 22312