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The courtyard of the Olympus at Landmark
The building's unique curved shaped offers intriguing vistas and not just from the oversized curved balconies that each unit enjoys. The Olympus is located in the West End of Alexandria between I-495 and I-395 near Landmark Mall. The Sentinel of Landmark is across the street, but there are many condominiums in this area, including Alexandria... Continue reading→
Should I wait for prices to drop before purchasing?
National trends may be continuing to decline, but in Alexandria, Arlington, and nearby parts of Northern Virginia real estate is showing two signs of a comeback. According to an MRIS Press Release: "Selling prices remain flat metro wide in the Greater Washington DC region, but the central jurisdictions---DC, Alexandria, and Arlington and Montgomery counties---continue to... Continue reading→
Farmer’s Market in Old Town Alexandria VA
The Upper King Street Fresh Farmers' Market is held at 1806 King St. at the King Street Gardens Park. The King Street Gardens Park is a short walk east from the King St. Metro station. The market is open from 3 pm to 7 pm on Wednesdays. The market is open through-out the late spring and... Continue reading→
Farmer’s Market at Sherwood Hall Library
At the nearby Sherwood Hall Library every Tuesday the Farmer's Market gathers many River Towers locals. Get your flowers and veggies! A selection of homemade pies and pastries. Something for Everyone The farmer's market has locally grown organic fruits, vegetables and pies & pastries, all natural free-range meats, as well as crafts and other interesting... Continue reading→
Happy Independence day in the National Capital Region
Happy Independence Day! From all of us at Condo Alexandria, we hope you and your family had a safe and happy 4th of July.
Kingstowne development plans
Kingstowne is a planned community and one of my favorites in Northern Virginia. The Fairfax County Department of Zoning works directly with land developers to coordinate projects and regulate land development in and around the 12,000 acres that make up the Kingstowne community. There are several projects slated to complete the master plan for Kingstowne.... Continue reading→
Fire Department responds to a call in Belle View
Units from the Fairfax County and Alexandria City Fire and Rescue Departments responded to a call yesterday from Belle View condominiums in New Alexandria VA. New Alexandria has an Alexandria postal address, but is actually part of Fairfax County. Fire and rescue units from Fairfax County's nearby Sherwood Hall station arrived before units from the... Continue reading→
Sailing the Potomac in late spring
Julie and I went sailing again. This time we put in at the Belle Haven Marina near Belle View condos and New Alexandria. The marina has plenty of sailboats, canoes and kayaks for rent. They also offer lessons. Check out the spelling on the sign. We had a great time on the Potomac. The winds... Continue reading→
I rang the bell at the Hume School!
The oldest school building in Arlington County houses the Arlington Historical Museum. The Arlington Historical Museum is owned and operated by the Arlington Historical Society, a group of concerned local citizens that conduct research and to preserve and disseminate knowledge relating to the history, archaeology, material culture, and geographical and socio-economic development of Arlington County,... Continue reading→
Legacy Lost at River Bend Farm
What happens when your greatest wish is to preserve a piece of land? My Aunt Alice was the owner of River Bend Farm, an approximately 5000 acre piece of real estate located south of Front Royal VA between the Shenandoah River and Rt. 340 Stonewall Jackson Highway. The manor of the farm was built... Continue reading→