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$210,000
1 Beds 1 Baths VAFX2340622 MLS ACTIVE Status
Come home to your own private retreat with panoramic views of Dyke Marsh, which is one of the largest remaining freshwater tidal wetlands left in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area. Architect owner has made numerous tasteful upgrades to this special unit including; open kitchen design that adds extra cabinet & counter space w/ custom wood cabinets, decorative marble foyer, versatile window treatments that offer light controlling mini blinds and black out curtain option, a striking bathroom remodel with custom cabinetry, banjo countertop, and innovative glass & tile work offering unique shelf space in the shower area. Important note* New convectors in this unit which will provide you with effective heating and cooling all year long. This original owner picked unit #412 because of its close proximity to the elevators, the trash room, and most of all, The amazing Views! The bus stop out front of the building takes you to Huntington Metro (yellow line) for easy public transportation, and DCA airport is minutes away by car. River Towers is in a well-managed condominium on 26 park-like acres located just off the George Washington Parkway, which is adjacent to the Potomac River and the Mt. Vernon Bike Trail. River Towers is 2 miles south of Old Town Alexandria, so that you can bike to the Farmers Market or your favorite restaurant. River Towers is also a short stroll from the Martha Washington Public Library, the West Grove Dog Park, and the new Mt Vernon Recreation Center with all it has to offer. The condo fee at River Towers covers all your utilities, including water, electricity, gas, sewer, trash service. When you live here, you can enjoy all the wonderful amenities of River Towers, such as, rooftop terraces, renovated gym, on sight connivance store, large swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball court, tot lots, a picnic grove with grills, and community garden! The Belle View Shopping Center is a short distance away for groceries at Safeway, a pet clinic, bank, pharmacy, coffee shops, restaurants and more. The marina (across the George Washington Parkway, on the Potomac River) is owned by the National Park Service and offers canoe, kayak, and sailboat rentals. Come check out this peaceful retreat just outside Alexandria before it’s gone! River Towers offers you that winning combination of location, amenities, and value.

6631 Wakefield Dr Unit #412, Alexandria

$274,000
1 Beds 2 Baths VAFX2340488 MLS ACTIVE Status Skyline Plaza N Condo BLDG.
Your new home has been thoughtfully updated according to modern lifestyle preferences. Its' special features make it unique among its peers.....$5000 CREDIT: Buyer will receive a $5000 credit at settlement to use towards decorating, paying closing costs or condo. fees!..... STYLE: The open layout is highly customizable & perfect for entertaining. Visitors have remarked that its built-in wardrobe & large balcony make it feel very "Euro.".....SPACIOUS: 1000 s.f., 1 level, 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms.....UPGRADED DOUBLE PANE WINDOWS: Light streams through the large replaced windows.....GREAT ROOM: Wood floors are the foundation of the Great Room. How will you arrange your Great Room? Will it be set up as a combination living & dining room? Will you decide to make the entire room a comfortable lounge with multiple seating areas that encourage leisurely conversations? How about a seating area with an open play area behind it?...If you have regular visitors, why not equip one area with sleep sofas & make the other section a t.v. watching area? The options are limited only by your needs and wants.....DEN: A flexible den has been created off of the Great Room. Currently it serves as a home office but would be an equally good nursery, study, hobby room, gaming area or anything else that your creativity can imagine.....KITCHEN: Gas cooking..additional counter & cabinet space..stainless steel appliances & a breakfast bar are highlights of your kitchen.....BEDROOM W/ FULL BATH: The bedroom comfortably accommodates a king-sized bed. A wonderful built-in wardrobe provides additional closet space. Combine that with the professionally organized walk-in closet & a charming, built-in wall cabinet. Fashionistas will rejoice! The in-suite full bathroom has a sink vanity/dressing area outside of the water closet (that houses the tub/shower & toilet).....STORAGE: There is plenty of space for all of your "stuff!" There is a large hall closet along with the built-in wardrobe, wall cabinet, walk-in closet & extra kitchen cabinet space. You have an extra floor to ceiling storage cage in the building's storage room where many residents store suitcases, bins filled with off-season clothes & holiday decorations, etc. GUEST BATHROOM: Your new home has a "powder room" (half bathroom) in the entry foyer. Your guests will never have to enter your bedroom.....OUTDOOR SPACE: Your 20' balcony looks out to verdant tree tops. Think lounge chairs, colorful flower boxes & herb gardens. Enjoy a morning cup of coffee/tea. Relax with a good book on a lazy weekend. Dine al fresco on a cool evening.....PARKING: Your new home conveys with one garage parking space. Say goodbye to clearing snow off of your windshield or getting wet on rainy days. Visitor parking is plentiful in front of the building. A commercial garage across the street offers additional monthly parking for a reasonable cost.....BUILDING AMENITIES: Elevators, 24-hour front desk to receive packages, outdoor pool, fitness center, sauna, billiards room, party room, security, professional on-site management & commerical businesses (subject to change) including a convenience store & beauty salon.....ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED: Heat, air-conditioning & water are included in your monthly condo. fee.....CONVENIENT LOCATION: Absolutely everything you need for daily living is within two blocks of your home. A plethora of shops are across the street including Giant, Target, Banks,TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, World Market, Burlington, Dollar Tree, etc. Trader Joes and Aldi are close by. You can dine around the world within two blocks. What are you in the mood for tonight - Burritos, Peruvian chicken, Ethiopian wats, Italian pasta, Halal kabobs, Subs, Pizza, Vietnamese Pho, Cheeseteaks, Wings - it's all there.....PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION/COMMUTER ROUTES: Live with a car or car free. One mile to 395. Metro buses stop in front of the building & travel to two Metro stations.

3701 S George Mason Unit #504N, Falls Church

$299,900
2 Beds 1 Baths VAFX2340432 MLS ACTIVE Status
IMPROVED PRICE! Updated, top floor 2 BR condo with a covered balcony in desirable Cove Landing, a part of Burke Centre. This community is exceptionally well maintained and has always enjoyed a lower condo fee than others like it! The Brick buildings are spread out and offer beautiful landscaping and abundant trees and ample parking-which can be lacking in most condo communities!** IMPORTANT** You may have heard about new condo requirements from the major lending entities. Some similar condo communities are having to raise fees substantially to comply with new requirements. Burke Cove is FANNIE MAE/Freddie MAC approved through September 2027! This is one well managed complex and so the COMBINED hoa and condo fees are only 320/month! Compare to other communities. Call for a tour and tell us what you need to make this your home! The home has been substantially improved in 2026. A kitchen upgrade offers brand new appliances, new granite counters and faucet and renovated white cabinetry. Gorgeous hard flooring in the main areas and new carpet in the bedrooms. The entire unit is freshly painted in a soft neutral color. The balcony is larger than most and is covered. You will be pleased to know that the HVAC system is less than 4 years old. There is an assigned parking space near the building entrance and ample visitor parking. Priced just below assessed value! The presence of a second bedroom makes a big difference in this price range for everyday livability or home office purposes. call to see it soon and let us know what you need to make it yours... Amazing amenities!! Beautiful Burke Cove Condominium is within the Burke Centre Conservancy and looks modern and young because of the exceptional attention to upkeep and maintenance. It has four tot lots, a picnic area, community room, and an on-site management office and maintenance crew. Burke Centre offers plentiful activities, classes and events, basketball, tennis, volleyball and pickleball courts, over 30 miles of paths, 6 ponds and one lake, open space, pool memberships available, community newsletter and community centers. Convenient to major transportation: the F81 bus to the Pentagon and Pentagon metro station is .4 miles away and the Virginia Railway Express commuter train to Alexandria and Washington DC is about ½ mile on the path or 1.4 miles by car. Easy access to multiple commuter routes. Within 1 mile you have the popular Burke farmers market, Landings Community Center, shopping at Burke Town Center, Target, and Burke Centre Shopping Center. A little further away you will find George Mason University main campus, multiple lakes, and Hidden Pond Nature Center. Multiple major shopping centers such as Tysons Corner Center, National Harbor, and the popular Mosaic District are an easy drive, as are a tremendous range of restaurants and entertainment throughout the area!

5835 Cove Landing Rd Unit #304, Burke

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Top 5 Expert Tips for Finding Your (Affordable) Dream Home In NoVA

HomeWhen you first begin your home search in Northern Virginia, you will quickly notice that houses in the area come in all different shapes and sizes. From modern, economy condos to multi-million dollar mansions, there is truly a home for every budget in the DC suburbs. 

If you’re on a tight budget but love the Northern Virginia area - never fear! It is possible to find homes for sale in Northern Virginia for under $300,000. We compiled our top five tips to finding the best deals in NoVA. 

1. Seek Out The “Up & Coming” Neighborhoods

One trick of the trade for finding the hidden gems is to seek out where the best restaurants, breweries, and shops are popping up. The trendiest dining scenes often attract press - and people - to newer, up and coming, neighborhoods. In an added bonus, you will likely get great resale value out of your home in the future.

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Check out the following neighborhoods for affordable homes in Northern Virginia: 

Pimmit Hills - One of the most affordable areas in Fairfax County, this family- and pedestrian-friendly neighborhood offers both single-family homes and condos for reasonable prices. 

Penrose - This Arlington neighborhood has smaller single-family homes in a diverse range of styles, all walkable to plenty of community restaurants and shops. 

Mosaic District - With a farmer’s market and trendy shopping nearby, young homebuyers are flocking to this suburb filled with affordable new build row homes and condos.

Ballston - This artsy district has affordable luxury apartment and condos along with a trendy market and food scene.

Check out The Washington Business Journal’s suggestions for up and coming DC suburbs. 

2. Conduct Preliminary Searches Online - With Budget Parameters

To find cheap homes for sale in Northern Virginia, conduct your preliminary online search with realistic budget parameters. Many areas of NoVA can be quite expensive, so this will help you narrow your search. Even if you don’t find your dream home right away, you will likely notice the same neighborhoods popping up in your search time after time. These might be areas to focus on with your real estate agent! 

3. Know What You Want - And What You Are Willing To Sacrifice 

Think about your non-negotiables. If you have young children, being in a stellar school district or having access to a community pool might be among your highest priorities. If you have a significant morning commute into DC, you might want value proximity to Interstate 395. 

Finding affordable homes in Northern Virginia will become much easier with a list of priorities

4. Consider Looking At Houses That Need Work

There is no denying that some homes for sale in Northern Virginia under $300,000 may need cosmetic work or interior updates. Don’t let this discourage you. If the home has potential and a good foundation, it’s like a blank canvas for your future

Buying a fixer-upper doesn’t mean you have to break the bank on renovations in the first year of home ownership! You can spend time slowly doing renovations, as long as the house remains in a good living condition. 

5. Talk To Your Trusted Real Estate Agent 

Discussion with a real estate agentAgents are in the “know” in the world of real estate. Your agent may have suggestions for types of homes or areas that you have not thought of yet. Your agent can likely guide you through the process of homebuying in a way that meets your desires and your budget! 

Finding homes for sale in Northern Virginia for under your $300,000 budget is certainly doable - and smart. The keys to a successful purchase are knowing where to look and having a trusted real estate agent by your side.