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Condo Alexandria / Nesbitt Realty provides the information on this site at no charge or obligation.  Please use the links at the top of this page to learn more about Northern Virginia neighborhoods and homes.  Every home and condo for sale in Northern Virginia is found somewhere here in this guide, but we've taken the time to group homes in logical places and communities to help you find what you're looking for in the "Guide" above. If you need help using this Guide, or if you have questions, our real estate professionals are standing by at 703 765 0300 to help you

Budget

Establishing your budget before beginning the home search is an important consideration. Some experts suggest that you can expect to pay 25% of your salary towards your mortgage. Fortunately for people living in Northern Virginia, many job centers offering high paying salaries are available. These places include the Mark Center, Inova Hospitals, USPTO, NOVA Community College, Fort Belvoir and Reston Town Center.

Size

When considering buying a home, you must answer several important questions, such as whether or not you would like roommates, or whether or not you are married or plan to start a family. The answers to these questions will help you determine whether you might prefer a 2 bedroom condo in Courthouse  or a 1,000,000 home in Mount Vernon.

Location and Atmosphere

Northern Virginia has neighborhoods to suit everyone’s needs. Arlington is a bustling city with all of the big-city amenities, such as businesses and shopping, and is only a short distance from DC. If you would prefer a small-town atmosphere, Woodbridge can offer this at only a short commuter from the bigger cities. Alexandria, a nice middle ground between Arlington and Woodbridge, has plenty of nightlife, restaurants, and shopping in a variety of neighborhoods like Old Town, West End, and Fairfax County.

Type

Condo? Townhome? Single family home? Each has their own advantages and disadvantages. Condos can offer some amenities, like a pool, fitness center, or dry cleaner, all conveniently located in the condo community, but they come at the cost of  condominium fees. Single-family homes do not have these extra costs, unless they are located within a neighborhood that has a home owner’s association, but they also do not have the conveniences that a condo or townhome has to offer.

 Commitment

Since a mortgage is such a long term commitment, factoring in job security when preparing to purchase a home is vital. For those who end up having to leave the area, whether it is temporary or permanent, hiring a property manager is an option so that you can rent out your home and collect rent on it while you’re gone.

 Credit Score

The first step to buying a home is to get pre approved if you want to be considered a serious buyer. This can speed up the home buying process. Some ways to improve your credit score are to always pay your bills on time or, if you do not have credit, you can build your credit by opening a credit card, use it monthly, and pay the bill on time.

 

Contact Nesbitt Realty to get results fast. We can provide an accurate assessment of the market value of your condo and to help you make your best decision now. We have experience helping buyers, sellers, renters and landlords in your neighborhood and we’d love to help you.

 

A big value-add provided by your Nesbitt Realty property manager is “separation”. This to say, your Nesbitt Realty property manager maintains a level of separation between the landlord and the tenants and the property. As you may already know, it’s important to invest in real estate without emotionally investing in tenants or property. Your Nesbitt Realty property manager helps ensure that you always make the best decision for your family, rather than making the best decision for the tenant’s family.

So, your Nesbitt Realty rental property manager serves as a buffer between the owner and his tenants. Nesbitt Realty can help you find tenants, handling repair projects and maintenance, oversee improvements, collect rent, and even pay some expenses and taxes. The specific tasks we handle vary based upon the needs and wishes of the property owner. Additionally, a competent Nesbitt Realty property manager gives you protection from certain liabilities.

[Find out more about our property management services for landlords]

We Serve Renters With Immediate and Specific Rental Needs.

Our Renters  Resource Page will answer common questions like:

• Who is a Rental Agent?
• What is the cost of hiring a Rental Agent?
• Which areas do you serve?
• Where may I search for homes?

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