November 5th, 2009:
West Village of Shirlington
The West Village of Shirlington features brand new one- and two-bedroom condominiums, two-bedroom cottages and three-bedroom townhomes. West Village of Shirlington is not just being restored, it is being reinvented. Enjoy sophisticated finishes and extra touches throughout, including:
In your kitchen:
- 42″ Bruce® cabinetry in a variety of colors and finishes
- Granite countertops
- GE® stainless steel appliances, featuring gas cooking
- Hansgrohe® kitchen faucet
- Extra deep stainless sink
In your home:
- Bruce® hardwood floors throughout
- Custom built-in oversized walk-in closets
- Recessed lighting
- Full-size washers and dryers
- Balconies or sunrooms with oversized windows and ceramic flooring
In your bathroom:
- Ceramic tile flooring
- Separate standing showers in some homes
West Village is nestled in a revitalized landscape of mature trees. Everything in these all-brick buildings is being redesigned, remodeled and reconstructed to be brand new, inside and out.
Showing properties
1 - 5 of 13.
See more West Village of Shirlington.
(all data current as of
5/17/2012)
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$284,900 : 4149 Four Mile Run Dr S #101, Arlington1 bed, 1 full bath
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$369,900 : 4067 Four Mile Run Dr S #203, Arlington2 beds, 2 full baths
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$305,000 : 4195 Four Mile Run Dr S #301, Arlington1 bed, 1 full bath
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$316,900 : 4071 Four Mile Run Dr S #201, Arlington1 bed, 1 full bath
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$364,888 : 4193 Four Mile Run Dr S #102, Arlington2 beds, 2 full baths
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Waterview Condos in Arlington VA
Located at 1111 North 19th Street in Arlington, Virginia, the Waterview Condominiums are among the area’s most desirable and luxurious residential condo communities. Last year, the Waterview Condominiums were rated one of Arlington County’s top 12 condominium facilities; and with the Hotel Palomar located directly below the condo units, Waterview residents can enjoy all of the perks that this particularly convenient locale has to offer. Residents have access to the Hotel Palomar’s conference rooms and business centers, as well as the Hotel bar and restaurant.
The Waterview condos feature a 24-hour concierge, a private residents-only lounge, a rooftop observation deck with some of the most breathtaking and panoramic views in the area, an outdoor terrace located 100 feet from the Potomac River, a spa and fitness facility, and a reserved parking garage. Individual condo units feature hardwood and parquet floors, floor to ceiling glass windows, and imported granite countertops.
Apart from the obvious luxury of the Hotel and the condominium building, the location of the Waterview is superbly positioned for the Washington Metro commuter. Located in the epicenter of Rosslyn and less than five minutes away from greater Washington D.C., the Waterview offers easy access to Reagan National and Dulles airport as well as downtown Arlington and Alexandria, Virginia.
A walk in Old Town Alexandria VA
Lee Street in Fall
Early Autumn is a great time to talk a walk around Old Town Alexandria VA. It’s very pleasant because of the typically mild weather and leaves blazing with color. The picture above was taking from the front door of 115 N. Lee St. at the Torpedo Factory condos. The leaves have accumulated behind Alexandria’s Carlyle House. Residents at the Torpedo Factory are particularly fortunate because of their proximity to King St. and the waterfront. (The Torpedo Factory scored a perfect 100 Walk Score.)
Old Town at the intersection of Lee and King
I like the mornings near the waterfront, before the tourists arrive.
Alleys of Old Town
One of the features of Old Town Alexandria are the cobblestone streets. There are only a few of them remaining. The fountains of Market Square are barely visible at the end of the alley.
Tips for picking the right neighborhood
Old growth neighborhood
When considering a potential new residence it’s important to think about the neighborhood and surrounding amenities that are close by. Make a list of all of the amenities or services that are nearby or close to the neighborhood and track how long it takes as well as what routes you might use to get to each. You can also check the Walk Score of a neighborhood for a short-hand look at convenience.
Next, decide what the best characteristics of the neighborhoods are and determine what you like about them. Making a list of each neighborhood you are considering can be particularly helpful later when comparing different localities. Some things to ask yourself include:
- Do the people in the surrounding neighborhood seem friendly?
- Are the neighboring residences clean or well-kept? (e.g. yards and streets nearby)
- Are there parks or other recreational facilities close by or within minimal driving distance?
- Is the area scenic and/or visually appealing?
- Are there trees and similar foliage lining the streets and in neighboring yards?
- Are the streets well lit and do the sidewalks provide easy access?
- Do you feel safe in the neighborhood and would you feel safe walking after dark?
- Are there other houses for sale nearby?
- What is the history about the community and how it developed?
- Do you see families and children in the surrounding residences?
- What is the proximity to schools and your place of work?
- Does the community and neighborhood seem active and/or engaged?
- What is the median age-range of those who live in the neighborhood?
Old Town's brick walkways
Finally, really spend some time walking around and observing the neighborhood you’re considering. When trying to determine the safety, cleanliness and personality of a specific neighborhood, simply spending some honest time getting to know the area and meeting or talking to some of its residents is your best bet!
I’m not complaining but …
Sometimes it sucks to be a realtor. I’m not complaining though. Most days are like this:
On days like this, I love my vocation. I get to meet new people, look at interesting real estate and gossip with folks on my blog. I like driving around Alexandria, Arlington and Fairfax County. I like seeing people realize their dreams. The pay is not bad, but the hours are long. Still, I like what I do …
Except …
A couple of days a year, when being a realtor feels like this:
Yesterday I was sick as a dog. But I had time sensitive documents that had to be taken care of. I dragged myself to the office and took care of business. I’m feeling better today … but yesterday was one of those days.
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About the Author — Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Condo Alexandria and Will Nesbitt Realty. Will specializes in condos, townhouses and single family residences in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Crystal City, and Kingstowne. Will resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Alexandria VA in Fairfax County. |
