Are you wondering about Northern Virginia real estate and pondering what has sold recently?
Here's some information about the most expensive home sales in Northern Virginia (Arlington County, Alexandria City, Fairfax City, Fairfax County, and Falls Church City) for May 2011. All information was obtained through MRIS.
Overall, there were 78 Northern Virginia home sales topping $1 million during May 2011. This is a significant increase from the 61 sold in April and the 60 sold in March. The spring/summer market in luxury homes is definitely heating up!
Currently, there are 813 homes on the market in Northern Virginia with list prices topping $1 million - this is a 5% increase from the 775 that were on the market at this time last month. There's more available inventory which may make for a slightly higher amount of negotiating room for purchasers in this price range.
MAY 2011'S MOST EXPENSIVE SALES
Single Family Detached Homes:
- 884 Alvermar Ridge Road, McLean, VA 22102 -- Sold on May 9th for $2,600,000
Located in The Reserve, this home on about an acre features a grand 2 story foyer with curved staircase and marble floors. The bakcyard is an oasis with koi pond and waterfall. Built in 2002, this home has 6 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms.
- 903 Douglass Drive, McLean, VA 22101 -- Sold on May 23rd for $2,450,000
This stunning estate on half an acre in Langley Forest features almost 7,000 square feet of living space, a gourmet kitchen, elegant library, master suite with sitting room and luxury bathroom, and plenty of room on 3 levels. Total of 4 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 2 half baths.
- 9885 River Chase Way, Great Falls, VA 22066 -- Sold on May 25th for $2,400,000
This home sold for $295K under the lisitng price. Located in Falcon Ridge of Great Falls, this home is only steps to the Potomac River and is situated on 2 acres. With over 8,700 square feet of luxury living space, this home includes all the top of the line appliances, tray and coffered ceilings and a beautiful facade with brick and natural stone.
- 6644 Holland Street, McLean, VA 22101 -- Sold on May 2nd for $2,235,000
Built in 1997, this colonial on over an acre in Langley Forest features embassy sized rooms anda family room with 3 sets of French doors overlooking the wooded acreage. With 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, this large home is a delight.
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Townhouses:
- 606 Fords Landing Way, Alexandria, VA 22314 -- Sold on May 11th for $1,625,000
Popular on the list of most expensive townhome communities, Fords Landing in Old Town Alexandria had another pricey sale in May. This waterfront home features spectacular views of the Potomac River from all 4 levels, a chef's kitchen, and 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. Over 3,100 square feet of space.
- 705 Kahn Place, Alexandria, VA 22314 -- Sold on May 13th for $1,125,000
Another Fords Landing townhouse built in 1998 with almost 3,000 square feet of space on four levels.
- 300 S. Fayette Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 -- Sold on May 31st for $1,075,000
Sold for $75K under the already $50K reduced price, this 2 level bricke end unit in Old Town Village features nearly 2,800 square feet of space and a gourmet kitchen, whirlpool tub, and large walk-in closets. It was built in 1998.
- 207 N. Columbus Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 -- Sold on May 2nd for $920,000
Rouding out the expensive sales all in Old Town Alexandria is this townhouse built originally in 1870, but updateed with all of today's amenities. Located close to the metro, shops and restaurants of Old Town, this townhouse has over 2,000 square feet of space on 3 levels with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
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Condominiums:
- 11990 Market Street #1714, Reston, VA 20190 -- Sold on May 2nd for $885,000
A huge condo (almost 2,000 square feet) with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths at Midtown at Reston Town Center. It features a gourmet kitchen with granite countes, panoramic views of Dulles Airport and the Mountains and it's on a high floor. It originally sold for $1.3 million back in 2007!
- 1600 N. Oak Street #1710, Arlington, VA 22209 -- Sold on May 16th for $850,000
Located at the Belvedere in Arlington, this 3 bedroom 3 bathroom unit has panoramic views of the D.C. monuments and the Potomac River. It has a double-glass enclosed balcony, 2 car garage parking spots, and over 2,000 square feet of living space.
- 1201 N. Garfield Street #912, Arlington, VA 22201 -- Sold on May 5th for $781,500
This 2 bedroom ondo at Station Square in Clarendon has hardwood floors, an open floorplan and windows on three sides of the 1,524 square foot unit.
- 1418 N. Rhodes Street #B113, Arlington, VA 22209 -- Sold on May 20th for $743,500
Rounding out the list is this 2 bedroom unit at Rhodes Hill Square - new construction! This unit is a 2 level condo that lives like a townhouse with a private outdoor patio.
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