Woodbridge, VA

Over the last 25 or 30 years builders have put a new face on subdivisions when compared to the homes of the 50's and 60's. Gone is the "cookie cutter" look - homes may have had a Queen Anne peak or a hip roof, but that was about the extent of variation. Port Potomac in Woodbridge is a perfect example of the new approach. The home exteriors are as varied as the people who live in them.

The first home pictured below would fit into Alexandria, VA very comfortably. Obviously, the second home is reminiscent of a Savannah, GA home sitting amidst live oak trees draped with Spanish Moss. The last home pictured looks like it was moved to Port Potomac from Floyd.

Port Potomac is

• about halfway between the VIRGINIA RAILWAY EXPRESS RIPPON STATION
• and the POTOMAC RAPID TRANSIT BUS STOP at Route 234 and US 1, both of which facilitate commuting to The Pentagon, Alexandria, Arlington and Washington, D.C.
• approximately 15 minutes north of MCB Quantico

There are new detached homes by Ryan Homes and new town homes by NV Homes - both highly respected builders. Resale detached home prices range from $340,000 to $500,000 while town homes are offered at $300,000 to $400,000.

You can SEARCH FOR PORT POTOMAC HOMES or to see them contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-562-1532. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

There are numerous reasons that Lake Ridge is one of the most popular subdivisions in Prince William County or Northern Virginia. One of them is its' "Commuter Convenience".

The travel time from Lake Ridge to I-95 is approximately 15 minutes. However, unless you use PRTC Buses, the "on the road" time north on I-95 to the Pentagon or Washington, D.C can fluctuate unpredictably on factors beyond the commuter's control.

The good news is there is a VDOT Commuter Parking Lot at Minnieville and Old Bridge Roads - both PRTC bus service, carpools and SLUG LINES are available there.

Additionally, the VRE WOODBRIDGE STATION is about 20 minutes from Lake Ridge if rail transportation better suits your needs.

Bus, train, carpool or slugging is a matter of personal choice, but if you want a cup of coffee the Tackett's Mill Shopping Center can solve the problem. As you proceed east on Old Bridge Road, turn right into Tackett's Mill, pull into the drive-through at Baskin Robbins or McDonald's and fill 'er up. You can cross over to the VDOT parking lot for bus, carpool or slug line or continue on to the VRE station.

If you are planning to buy or sell Lake Ridge Real Estate you should contact long time residents Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-562-1532. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

Alright this isn't a late night adult only blog so don't go there. However if you have children or grandchildren then do want to check out the Fantasy Playground in the Lake Ridge area of Prince William County. Located at the corner of Hedges Run and Cotton Mill across from the Tall Oaks Center the playground is the centerpiece of children's activities in Lake Ridge.

With multiple slides, bridges to cross, tires to crawl through and swings this playground can keep the youngsters going for hours. The playground is a busy place on the weekends and with school starting the younger set will be arriving after 3 PM to burn off some energy before dinner. The Fantasy Playground is the largest of the 18 playgrounds scattered throughout Lake Ridge neighborhoods and one of the reasons that so many families continue to migrate to Lake Ridge when it is time to buy a new home.

If you have little ones then head out to the Fantasy Playground and check it out. If you don't then sneak in during the middle of the day when it is quiet and let your inner child run free.

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To learn more about Lake Ridge give Cindy Jones a call at 703-346-2213. If you are interested in Northern Virginia real estate including Alexandria, Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County or Stafford County. Stop by VaRealEstateTalk, Cindy Jones Homes or Military Relocation News for more information. Search all homes available in the Northern Virginia area.

Belmont iBay is the newest planned unit development in the Woodbridge area of Prince William County. It is within a few minutes of the Woodbridge VRE station and about 10 minutes from the commuter parking lot and PRTC bus stop at Gordon Boulevard and I-95.

There are condominiums, detached homes, golf course villas and town homes. The picture collage below shows 4 unique town home styles. There is a town home style to satisfy everyone's needs

• Traditional suburban town homes around a grassed court
• Small town clusters with brick walks and small, but well landscaped front yards
• City style homes sited directly at the sidewalk with a staircase to the main level. The ground level floor has both the rec room and rear entry garage
• City style homes with entry onto the street at ground level

Ospreys Golf Club and a good sized marina are an integral part of the Belmont Bay community.

• It is the closest Prince William County community to Fort Belvoir - about a 20 to 25 minute drive.
• Going in the opposite direction it requires about the same driving time to MCB Quantico

Planning to Buy or Sell Belmont Bay Real Estate? Contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-562-1532. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.

As 25 year residents there is very little my husband and I do not know about Lake Ridge. We've raised our family here, been active in community service and, as real estate brokers, have sold many homes to and for people.

One of the most interesting features about Lake Ridge is that it is made up of rolling hills and was heavily treed prior to its' development. Today, with more than 7,500 homes it is still heavily treed in both the common areas and at the home sites.

It is what my husband of 39 years and real estate partner for 32 years love about Lake Ridge. Two of our posts TREES and ZOO highlight what the majority of residents appreciate about Lake Ridge.

There is a small park and boat launch area on the Occoquan Reservoir that is only available to Lake Ridge residents. Surprisingly, not many residents are aware of its' existence. Not surprisingly, many realtors are not aware of its' existence. You also need a key to get in which only residents can get.

I'll be happy to give you a tour of it if you'll give me the opportunity to show you Lake Ridge homes.

Planning to Buy or Sell Lake Ridge Real Estate? Contact Karen and Art by Email or call us at 703-562-1532. Put our record of customer service, real estate experience and state-of-the-art technology to work for you in Alexandria, Arlington County, Fairfax County, Prince William County, Stafford County or the entire Northern Virginia Area.