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Relocating to Winchester, VA? Shopping! Shopping! Shopping!

Natalie Langford, Winchester, VA Real Estate : Real Estate Agent in Winchester, VA
Winchester, VA Real Estate Blog

Relocating to Winchester, VA? Here is a small sampling of the local retail industry!

Winchester's shopping cannot possibly be covered in one blog! Okay, maybe it can, but I'll try to give you a virtual tour around town! My goal will be to blog on other retail options, like the Apple Blossom Mall, the Loudoun Walking Mall in Old Town Winchester, and numerous merchants spread throughout the area! Let's take a peak at a few special places. As a friendly note, any merchants who would like me to place their photo on this page should send me a photo via email with permission to upload and enhance and post right here! Alternatively, click on the image link in the comments and insert one yourself. Also, feel free to add any special coupons for your readership! There are no fees or strings attached!

Winchester Relocation! Shopping at Creekside Winchester Relocation! Yes, we have Ann Taylor Loft Winchester Relocation! Chocolate, Shoes, Decor & Dining!


















Above, left to right: Talbots, Ann Taylor Loft, and an adorable courtyard where you'll find Fine Chocolates, Boutique shoes, Elegant Decor & great dining! Follow this link if you'd like to learn more about Creekside Station! If you're interested in a neighborhood you can WALK to from here, Battle Park Estates ends where Creekside Station Begins. Connected to Battle Park Estates, you'll find Rolling Hills Estates. Rolling Hills has both a mature section and a new section where you'll find new homes. Thus, there are architectural choices when seeking the ability to walk to this shopping center right from home!

Below, you can see enough stores to get a feel that there's something for everyone here! If you like sports and want to know more about a great local team, follow the link to my blog on the Winchester Impact. Be sure to watch out for my future post on Dining in Winchester and for one on the places kids want to know about and deserve to visit while in town, after a long day of behaving for you while searching for a home!





Winchester Relocation! JoS.A.Bank Winchester Relocation! Gander Mtn. Winchester Relocation! Camping World


















Winchester Relocation! Borders Winchester Relocation! Old Navy & Ross & more... Winchester Relocation! Circuit City


















Winchester Relocation! Pier 1 Imports

Are you considering a move to the Winchester area? Click on these links to search for homes without having to register! You'll be redirected to my website, www.langfordhomesales.com.

Search Frederick County Homes

Search Winchester area Homes

Search Stephens City Homes

Are you considering Winchester as a possible location for your corporation, factory or other business? Call the experts at the Winchester-Frederick County Economic Development Commission at 540-665-0973, or simply follow the link for information on line.

Would you like a relocation package sent to you? Please email me at Natalie@langfordhomesales.com, or text me at 540-303-2216.

All Content Copyright Protected © 2008 Natalie Langford

Disclaimer: The information shared here is done in the spirit of entertainment. Please know that my blog is simply an extension of myself via my writings, and doesn't necessarily reflect the opinions of the Active Rain Real Estate Network or my brokerage or broker. While I love comments from all readers, I'm not responsible for the ones made on this blog. The information I share is felt to be accurate, and will be corrected should any mistakes be pointed out. Whew. What I really mean, is enjoy my blog!



Winchester Living - Realty Direct of Shenandoah Valley Winchester Living - The Apple Capital

Natalie Langford, Realty Direct of Shenandoah Valley, 149 Creekside Ln, Winchester, VA 22602, John Orem Broker, Licensed in VA Equal Housing Opportunity

Relocation Information for Winchester, VA Area

02-14-08
Beth Paisley
Beth Paisley: Real Estate Agent in Winchester, VA

Welcome to the top of Virginia! Winchester is located in the northern most part of Virginia, is rich in history is and rapidly growing in technology. Located in the Shenandoah Valley, Winchester played a major part in Civil War battles, is home to many apple orchards and packaging companies, and is the birthplace of country music legend Patsy Cline. These are just a few of the attractions that Winchester has to offer.

Winchester is home of The Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, held annually during the first weekend in May. The festival, which has been celebrated for over 75 years, has attracted such celebrities as Lucille Ball, Mary Tyler Moore and Dan Aykroyd.

The public schools in the Winchester and Frederick County areas are at the top of their class in both academics and sports. Over the past five years both the city and county high school athletic teams have competed at state competition.

The real estate market in the Winchester area is booming and new subdivisions are being constructed everywhere to try and meet the demand. With the area's low homeowners taxes and close proximity to Washington DC--for people who work in the city but don't want to live there--everyone is discovering what a great place Winchester is.

Request my Free Winchester Relocation Package. It's packed full of useful and important information about the Winchester, Virginia area. Don't move here without it! Remember: I'll send it to you for free and without obligation. Just fill out the form and I will send it right out...

Choral musicians perform for Black History Month

02-14-08
Beth Paisley
Beth Paisley: Real Estate Agent in Winchester, VA
Two choral ensembles from Shenandoah University will perform at 7 p.m. Friday as part of the Shenandoah Art Council's seventh annual Black History Month Celebration.

The Shenandoah Singers, an a cappella group, and Harambee, a gospel choir, will each perform as part of the Council's weekend performance series. Both are free and open to the public.

Shenandoah Singers is a vocal chamber ensemble designed for students interested in studying repertoire drawn from the popular music tradition. This select ensemble of 8 to 12 singers performs an eclectic repertoire of a cappella jazz, pop, and world music.

The program will last about an hour and will include a punch and cookie reception during intermission.

For more information on this event, call 667-5166 or e-mail info@shenarts.org

Navy jazz band at Shendoah University

02-14-08
Beth Paisley
Beth Paisley: Real Estate Agent in Winchester, VA

The concert is free to the public. There are no reserved seats, but tickets are required. They may be obtained at the box office or set aside for pickup before 6:45 p.m. Friday by calling 665-4569.

Real Estate Trends

02-14-08
Beth Paisley
Beth Paisley: Real Estate Agent in Winchester, VA
Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. Real Estate Trend Indicator - <$30K to >$500K Format

Frederick County, VA
From: 01/01/2008 to 01/31/2008 Statistics generated on: 02/06/2008

Residential
Unit Sales
Number of Bedrooms

Active Listings

Time on Market

Price Class

2
Or Less


3

4
or More

Condo
Coop and
Ground Rent

Residential

Condo
Coop and
Ground Rent

of Units Sold
(No. of Units)

Under $30,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

1 -30 Days

9

$30,000-$39,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

31-60 Days

5

$40,000-$49,999

0

1

0

0

1

0

61 - 90 Days

6

$50,000-$59,999

0

0

0

0

0

0

91-120 Days

5

$60,000-$69,999

0

0

0

0

0

1

Over 120 Days

25

$70,000-$79,999

0

0

0

0

2

0

Total

50

$80,000-$89,999

0

0

0

0

0

0

$90,000-$99,999

0

0

0

0

3

0

Type of Financing
of Units Sold
(No. of Units)

$100,000-$119,999

1

0

1

0

5

0

$120,000-$139,999

0

0

0

1

8

2

Conventional

28

$140,000-$159,999

2

1

1

0

38

9

FHA

5

$160,000-$179,999

1

2

1

0

57

0

VA

1

$180,000-$199,999

0

7

1

0

102

1

Assumption

6

$200,000-$249,999

0

5

3

0

176

0

Cash

7

$250,000-$299,999

0

0

2

0

197

1

Owner Finance

2

$300,000-$399,999

1

3

13

0

232

0

All Other

1

$400,000-$499,999

0

1

1

0

103

0

Unreported

0

Over $500,000

0

0

1

0

107

0

Total

50

Totals

5

20

24

1

1031

14

Grand Totals

501045
2008 2007 % Change
Total Sold Dollar Volume: $ 12,678,199$ 14,704,560 - 13.78 %
Average Sold Price:$ 253,564$ 277,445 - 8.61 %
Median Sold Price: $ 223,500$ 267,000 - 16.29 %
Total Units Sold: 5053 - 5.66 %
Average Days on Market:137126 8.73 %
Average List Price for Solds:$ 286,757$ 292,997 - 2.13 %
Avg Sale Price as a percentage of Avg List Price:88.42 % 94.69 %
Total Number of NEW listings
taken for the month: 232

Total Number of Properties
marked Contract for the month: 49
Total Number of Properties
marked Contingent for the month: 26

Total Number of NEW pendings
(CONTRACTS + CONTINGENTS): 75

Source: Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc. - MLS Resale Data
Copyright 2008 - Information deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed.