Insider Tips on Staging a Living Room In Arlington VA

Here are some simple lessons in staging your living room to give a great impression.
  1. Choose an on trend color palette that will appeal to buyers and showcase your home’s amenities.
  2. A simple, opened room arrangement explains the room’s purpose, and also sells square footage.
  3. Add lifestyle defining accessories to create a story of how one could use the room.
  4. Make sure to update, uncomplicate and unify interior decorating selections, such as window treatments and hardware.
  5. Abbreviated doesn’t have to be boring.
  6. These simple lessons in home staging should inspire a vision of the art of home staging. There is always the smart choice of hiring a home staging professional who can provide you with expert vision, those desired on trend ideas, and proper packaging of a home.

Properties in Arlington

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1111 19th St N #2007

Luxury and Location. Indulge in elevated living at The Waterview, where this exceptional corner unit awaits, offering an unrivaled blend of luxury and panoramic Potomac River and city vistas. Gaze upon the dynamic skylines of Rosslyn and Washington, D.C. through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the open living space in natural light, complemented by sleek hardwood flooring. Enter the heart of culinary refinement within the gourmet kitchen, adorned with top-of-the-line appliances including a Sub-Zero fridge, Viking stove, and Bosch dishwasher, all centered around an expansive island, ideal for both meal preparation, casual dining, and entertaining. The seamless flow extends into the dining and living areas, providing ample space for hosting gatherings or unwinding in tranquility. The two bedrooms with brand new carpet, boast en suite bathrooms, and thoughtfully designed closets equipped with high-end organizational systems. The primary bedroom offers a spa-like retreat with double vanity, indulgent soaking tub, and separate glass-enclosed shower. Convenience meets sophistication with added features including a discreetly placed half bath off the hallway, alongside brand new LG washer/dryer and HVAC system. Let's not forget that the Waterview welcomes up to two (2) domestic pets. Further enhancing this offering are two deeded parking spaces, ensuring effortless arrivals and departures. Additionally, EV charging stations are available in the parking garage. Experience a lifestyle of opulence with access to an array of full-service amenities at The Waterview, including a dedicated 24-hour concierge, state-of-the-art fitness center, and the option for room service from the adjacent Le Meridien hotel. Ascend to new heights atop the expansive rooftop deck, where breathtaking views of the nation’s capital, including iconic landmarks and National Airport, await alongside communal seating and gas grills for unparalleled outdoor entertaining. Seamlessly integrated with the renowned Le Meridien hotel via the 4th floor, residents enjoy direct access to its esteemed bar, lounge, and restaurant without ever leaving the premises, while valet parking adds an additional layer of convenience for guests. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Rosslyn, this prime location offers easy access to an array of amenities including bike trails, Metro station, upscale boutiques, dining destinations, and nearby attractions such as Georgetown, Old Town Alexandria, Courthouse, and Clarendon, ensuring a lifestyle of unparalleled convenience and excitement. Furniture can convey. [The Waterview - $975,000]

Welcome to beautiful Jefferson Row in Ballston.

4309 11th St N

This is a highly sought-after community, rarely available gem with all the modern conveniences and a highly desirable location all wrapped into one. This two-bedroom with the potential of being a three-bedroom home had newly refinished hardwood floors on the main level, brand new windows, and updated carpet throughout the top floor. The updated kitchen has white cabinets, two ovens, french door refrigerator and dishwasher and a pass-through that opens to the spacious dining room/ living room combo with a fireplace. Sliding glass doors from the living room open to a private, newly fenced patio, calling all your parties to the outdoors. Full sized washer and dryer are located on the lower level. This home has an assigned off-street parking at the rear of your residence for convenience and an A+ location less than 2 blocks to the Ballston metro and everything Arlington has to offer. [Ballston Area Townhouses - $899,000]

Stunning Townhouse- only a 10-minute walk from the East Falls Church Metro! Priced below the Zillow Zestimate! This beautiful sun-drenched home features soaring cathedral ceilings, hard wood flooring, and oversized windows letting in plenty of natural light.

2310 N van Buren Ct

As you enter the lower level you are greeted by a huge recreation room currently being used as an office. The room features a floor to ceiling cabinet and shelving unit from California Closets. Proceed to a large 21' x 15' paved patio and a private fenced low maintenance backyard. The spacious main level features a chefs gourmet kitchen filled with newer stainless-steel appliances featuring top quality brand names like Thermador, Kitchen Aid and Jenn Air. A large oven and microwave handle all your entertaining and holiday cooking needs. Soft close drawers and plenty of cabinetry including a pantry cabinet with sliding drawers and a multi-level pull out spice drawer which is handily located near the oven. A newer granite counter topped breakfast bar sits 3-4 people and is adorned with 3 stylish lighting pendants. Enjoy your morning coffee in the eat-in area highlighted by a bump out bay window. The expansive adjacent living and dining areas are ideal for entertaining guests with the modern open floor plan. Don't miss the Wine/Beverage Station featuring cabinets with granite drink-making countertop and hanging glass rack as you transition from the Kitchen to the Family Room. Flowing from the kitchen to the smartly appointed Family Room, one is greeted by another stunning floor to ceiling cabinet and shelving unit from California Closets. In the Living Room a stately gas fireplace surrounded by built in shelves to display your family treasures is the focal piece of the living room. The dining room, smartly appointed with crown molding, completes the Main Level. The upper-level primary suite is a true retreat! The spacious vaulted ceiling primary En-suite bedroom has peaceful tree height views, a cozy gas fireplace, two walk-in closets, and a gorgeous bath built for two. You'll love the dual sink vanity extending the length of the bathroom wall, over-sized spa-like step in shower, and the luxurious fast fill soaking tub. Bedroom 2 has plenty of natural light and two closets. Bedroom 3, bathed in natural light, is a mini-suite with vaulted ceilings, 2 closets and its own full bath. The attached two car 19' x 17' garage has storage space and automatic door openers. New Carrier Heat Pump and AC installed 7/23. Fenwick Ct is a small enclave with professionally managed grounds and additional parking. Steps to two schools, the W&OD creek side trail, two parks, and less than half a mile to East Falls Church Metro. Easy access to RT 66 for a quick trip to Crystal City/Pentagon, DC, or Tysons! Located near iconic shopping centers like Westover and the East Falls Church shopping Mecca- this is the best place to live for the next chapter in your life's story. [Fenwick Court - $1,295,000]

Once in a lifetime EXCEPTIONAL opportunity to be able to enjoy Crystal City and DC views with this rare GEM coming on the market.

600 29th Rd S

You have the best of two worlds where you can renovate the home and make it your own and the BEST LOCATION. The sellers spent 60 years in the home, loved the convenience and have enjoyed the location every bit (including yearly watching fireworks from DC from their backyard). Just Minutes & convenience to Washington DC, Pentagon, Crystal City, Alexandria Old Town, Reagan National Airport, Amazon HQ2, Virginia Tech campuses, Boing & Raytheon and other parts of Northern Virginia. [Oakcrest - $950,000]

This post originally appeared at Tales of an Interior Stylist. Reprinted with permissions. Copyright 2017. Source: Insider Tips on Staging a Living Room
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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.