Preparing To Shop For A High-Rise Condo In Northern Virginia?

Do you want to know what to do to begin for home shopping in the competitive local real estate market? Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702 Understand that there is no “right” time to buy. If you find the perfect 1-bedroom high-rise condo today, don't take the chance of losing out because you believe you can predict where the interest rates are going in Fairfax County tomorrow. Factors like market price and interest rate usually don’t change fast enough to make a meaningful difference in an individual high-rise condo’s price in McLean. Much more important than macro-economic factors, is the actual neighborhood and actual homes in Fairfax County where you're shopping. That's because of the unique nature of real estate. By the same token, opportunities in real estate are unique. That special home you've found in Fairfax County might never be on the market again in your lifetime. Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702 Don't poll the village for opinions. Everyone likes a little reassurance from friends or relatives, but too many cooks spoil the soup. Focus on the wants and needs of the people who will actually be living in the home. Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702 There is no such thing as a perfect purchase in 22102. There are many examples of compromises that buyers have to make every day. Consider a few of these possibilities. The association provides all utilities but the association fee is high.The roof is great, but the windows need to be replaced. I'll help you to make a list of priorities, and focus only on properties in McLean that fit your specified criteria. Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702 Don't expect that to negotiate too much in McLean. Fairfax County has some of the savviest home sellers in the country. They are well-coached and well-informed. Your home is more than a simple investment. It's your home. It's more important to get the right home than the right price. Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702 When you're buying a high-rise condo, you're buying a neighborhood. Don’t get completely enamored by the physical aspects of a property to the point that you forget about important issues such as:
  • waterfront or waterview
  • community activities
  • metro accessibility
Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702 Formulate your plan. Before you looking for homes, you'll want to:
  • select a Realtor
  • figure your budget
  • think about title companies
  • investigate insurance
I can help with the purchase process. Even if you just need to talk to learn more about how to go forward, please don’t hesitate to call. Contact me if you’d like to learn more about 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702. Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702
1808 Old Meadow Rd #702, McLean 22102
In the heart of McLean- Spacious, updated unit- Elegant, recently renovated, gated community – Ready to move in- Granite counters, SS appliances – Upgraded carpet, neutral colors – Lots of storage – Front desk and security 24/7- Washer and … [Read more]
Price: $235,000 : 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702, McLean, VA 22102 || Beds: 1 || Baths: 1 || Half-Baths: 0 || Living Area: 784 || Days On Market: 93 || || Encore of McLean || Buyer’s Rebate From Nesbitt Realty: $661 || MLS: FX10069397 Photo of 1808 Old Meadow Rd #702

Will Nesbitt

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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.