Staging For Buyers Considering A 5-Bedroom House In Fairfax County

Is it your goal to stage your 5-bedroom property like 9011 Cherrytree Dr in Alexandria? What steps can you take now if your home isn't the latest trend? Photo of 9011 Cherrytree Dr A minimalist theme is often best for selling a home, because home buyers fill that empty space with their imaginations. Does decluttering seem a little overwhelming? That's probably because you need a system. I suggest you try the “category method”. Go into each room with these four categories: trash, give away, keep, or relocate. Each and every item should go into one of these categories. You'll thank yourself on moving day and on the day we ratify your contract to sell. The space in your closet above your clothes rack is usually wasted. You can put this space to work with easy-to-install pull-down rods. Install the rod anywhere near the ceiling and substantially increase the usable room in your closet. Photo of 9011 Cherrytree Dr Have you thought about how the right window treatments can improve your house's overall appeal? Of course, when we stage a home in Fairfax County, we always want to maximize the natural light in every room. If a particular room has a truly awful view that you are trying to hide, it still may be advisable to open your blinds and curtains to let more natural light into a living space. Photo of 9011 Cherrytree Dr You're considering selling in Fairfax County. Is it time to paint? Sometimes, painting means just the front door. Your front door really is your home's first impression. For whatever reason, gray and navy front doors seem to fetch more money! It's usually a good idea to reduce contrasting colors wherever possible. Photo of 9011 Cherrytree Dr If you're going to sell your property, you'll going to want to make it easy for a buyer to imagine a future in the home. In addition to removing your clutter, it's almost always a good idea to depersonalize. When someone looks at your house, they're trying to decide if this will be their home. Photo of 9011 Cherrytree Dr Consider these ideas:
  • Dried flowers and candles in complementary colors are an inexpensive way to add interest in a nondescript bathroom.
  • Whenever possible raise the bar of your shower curtain or window treatments to make a space seem more airy.
  • Candles can be a nice touch, but avoid anything that is so strong it become incense.
  • Want to add a bed to a vacant bedroom? Arrange moving boxes into the shape of a bed. Then place a duvet cover over the boxes!
Get to know the neighborhood and what's for sale in 22309. How does your house stack-up against other houses for sale in 22309? Fairfax County real estate offers some of the priciest properties in the country. So, a home buyer here is going to expect a lot from your house. If you're thinking about selling a house in Fairfax County, I'm a local expert eager to assist. It would be my pleasure to provide you with a market analysis on your home's value, and I can point out areas of concern or improvement at your in Alexandria. I am your Realtor for life.
9010 McNair Dr
Woodlawn Manor all-brick home overlooking Mt Vernon CC golf course! Park-like .50 acre lot at end of culdesac! Updated Kitchen w/ Corian counters & newer appls. Remodel upper lvl Baths w/ frameless shwr! Spacious lower lvl incl Rec Rm w/ cozy gas fireplace, extra BR or Den & half Bath. Excellent outdoor spaces. Perfect location near Ft Belvoir, Grist Mill Park, Wegmans & Mt Vernon & quick commute! [Woodlawn Manor$579,000]
9317 Maybrook Pl
New price for immediate sale! Amazing value! Almost $100,000 below tax assessment! Spacious 3 level Colonial, 5 Bedrooms on upper level including luxury master w/ fire place and updated bath, hardwood floors, sun room, open kitchen, garage. Nothing like it at this price! [Mt Vernon Grove$575,900]
8525 Richmond Ave
Gorgeous and fully renovated! This one is stunning! Located in almost half an acre and with beautifully light filled living areas in its open floor plan. It showcases a gourmet kitchen with granite, SS appliances, breakfast nook & hardwood floors! Big master room and bathroom + the basement provides excellent extra living space + 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. Great location close to everything! [Mt Zephyr$575,000]
8316 Bound Brook Ln
Gorgeous 3 level Colonial in Riverside Estates. Remodeled kitchen with 42″ cabinets, Silestone counters & ss appliances opens to dining room. Family room with walk out to 3 level deck/landscaped yard with sprinkler system. 4 large upper level bedrooms with refinished hardwood floors. Sunlit lower level recreation room with fireplace, and walk out to backyard. Lots of updates and shows beautifully. [Riverside Estates$574,900]
3730 Mary Evelyn Way
3 LEVEL END UNIT IS PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED AND CLOSE TO PARK AND COMMUTER ROUTES. JUST A SHORT RIDE TO OLD TOWN AND THE BELTWAY. 4 BEDS WITH 3 FULL AND 1.5 BATHS. FEATURES GLEAMING HARDWOOD FLOORS; CROWN MOLDING; SPACIOUS GOURMET KITCHEN WITH FIREPLACE, QUARTZ COUNTERS, 42″ CABINETS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, DOUBLE OVENS AND LARGE BREAKFAST BAR; MASTER SUITE WITH LUX BATH. [Vernon Heights$579,900]

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Julie Nesbitt is an ABR who has served buyers in some of Alexandria’s most exclusive neighborhoods.  She is a top producing agent who has listed and sold property in Northern Virginia. In addition to helping folks buy, sell and rent property in Northern Virginia, Julie is the primary administrator of the property management services performed by Nesbitt Realty and Condo Alexandria. Call Julie at (703)765-0300.