original kitchen at MontebelloOne of the biggest questions every condo buyer and home buyer has to ask is, “How much work am I willing to take on?”
Some folks want a turnkey residence. Some folks want a residence that has brand new modern appliances and cabinets. Some people want appliances and cabinets that have never been used.
Some people don’t mind an older kitchen. Some people like the feel of a kitchen that was put in long ago.
Others like an older kitchen because they like the idea of ripping out the old and putting in the new. It can be very gratify—not to mention financially rewarding—to completely remake a residence. As a homeowner, or condo owner, you are the ultimate authority. It is your domain to decide what will stay and what must go. This can be a lot of fun.
Brand new kitchen at the EclipseBut, remodeling can be a lot of work. Living through the dust and the inconvenience can be a hassle. If you don’t know where to turn to, it can also be very expensive. But no matter how you personally resolve the issue, it’s important to consider before you actually start shopping.
galley kitchen
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Kitchen with a view of the dining room
Some kitchens need a little TLC.
kitchen at Carlyle Square
Kitchen at Huntington Club
Traditional touches add a colonial feel to this kitchen at River Towers
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Here are today’s fee simple opportunities in Alexandria VA
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All Brick Well maintained 3 bed rooms, 2 full bath rooms condo is ready to move in !! Great investor or the first home buyer.. Easy to access to DC, DC commuter's the best choice !! Close to shopping center, groceries, and convenience to all kind of business and entertainment !! Come and See yourself !! [Saxony Square - $199,900]
Sun-filled Franklin model end unit townhome with full bump outs! This home features spacious and open main level floor plan, three bedrooms, two full and two half baths, new granite countertops and appliances, maple kitchen cabinets, oversized walk in closet in master bedroom, custom window treatments, upgraded light fixtures, neutral paint, gas fireplace in family room,fenced back yard! [Cameron Station - $625,000]
Mid-century modern meets charming cottage in George Mason School district, just waiting for your personal touches! Generous room sizes plus an addition. Four bedrooms, three and a half baths, eat-in kitchen with adjoining family room. Main level bedroom and bath. Fresh neutral paint, new range and dishwasher. Large basement, off-street parking, fenced rear yard. Photos Thursday. FPs convey as is. [Monticello Park - $840,000]
Exquisite EYA end unit TH features 3 BR, 3.5 baths, office/den, open gourmet kitchen w/deck, loft/family room,rooftop terrace, floor to ceiling windows & 2-car garage. Meticulously maintained w/high end upgrades: SS appliances, granite counters, high end W/D, wood floors, luxurious baths& more. Walk to Braddock Metro,Trader Joes,Harris Teeter, shops, restaurants & Waterfront. Quick commute to DC. [Old Town Commons - $950,000]
Built in 1787 this exquisite restored & renovated historic property on a double lot offers 5/6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, original hardwood floors, 8 wood burning fireplaces, chef's kitchen and a deep, lush garden with pool. Classic Georgian style architecture melds with elegant modern upgrades with expanded living spaces. Preservation Easement. Owner kindly requests a 4-hour notice for showings. [Old Town - $4,300,000]
Will is the principal broker of Nesbitt Realty and Condo Alexandria. He is licensed in anywhere in the Commonwealth of Virginia, but focuses on those communities found in and around Alexandria, Arlington, Mount Vernon and Springfield/Franconia.
Will has been involved in real estate management, sales and investment for more than twenty years. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army. While in the army, he studied Russian at Monterey's Defense Language Institute. He is also a "veteran of the dotcom wars" and built most of the sites associated with NesbittRealty.com
Will currently resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Old Town, overlooking New Alexandria. He is a former president of the Mount Vernon Youth Athletic Association and founded the Alexandria Fun with Friends Group. Will is the author of BattlestorM, a tabletop fantasy game, which was published by Ral Partha Publishing in the late '90's, and Arthur's Realm, a boardgame available at the Gamecrafter.
