About Harrisonburg City, VA

Originally Posted at KaiDegner.com

Founders Way Condos in Harrisonubrg were featured at an open house today for area real estate agents, hosted by our friends at Coldwell Banker (listing firm) and Scripture Communities. Aside from enjoying the food provided by Mr. J's Bagels, I took advantage of the opportunity to learn more about these unique homeownership opportunities in Harrisonburg.

Five Founders Way Condos are currently listed for sale, ranging in price from $149,900 to $199,900. In the future, a half dozen more buildings with bring the community to a total of 72 units. Jerry Scripture (of Scripture Communities) showed me around two Founders Way model condo units, one about 1,300 square feet with two bedrooms and bathrooms, and another almost 1,900 square feet with three bedrooms and bathrooms.

Different than the more common two-floor town home arrangement (such as in Liberty Square), the first floor unit was all on one floor - which certain buyers may prefer over a two-story option. The top-level Founders Way Condos, though, do provide a two-story alternative for those wanting that option - with some units also having an extended loft.

Jerry also gave me some insight into the condo fees and utility payments, which sounded like a great value to me (all units have fiber optic cables, providing for communication lines and HD television). The plans do include a pool and club house in the future.

Buying a Founders Way Condo

If you are interested in learning more, hearing up to date listing information, and potentially purchasing a brand new Founders Way Condo in Harrisonburg, let's start a conversation! Just contact me with this online form, email Kai.Degner[at]KlineMay.com, or call my cell at (540) 442-0316.

Originally posted at KaiDegner.com.

Last night at the Harrisonburg City Council meeting, we were treated to a vignette from the upcoming Harrisonburg High School musical production of How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying.  A synopsis of the play and its history is at Wikipedia.

I look forward to seeing the whole show next month, and urge everyone to treat themselves by attending one of the performances.  The performance dates are  Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 17, 18, and 19 at 7:30pm, and Sunday, Feb. 20 at 3:00pm - all at Harrisonburg High School.  The latest information about the musical will be available at the Harrisonburg High School website.

I was first introduced to the impressive musical and theatrical talents at our area high schools while I was the executive director of the Arts Council of the Valley.  It's amazing to see the talents of our student actors and set producers and theater directors combine to create these productions.

Harrisonburg subdivisions with at least one sale in 2010 are listed at KaiDegner.com.

Source: All subdivisions classified in the Harrisonburg-Rockingham MLS as having at least one sale in 2010. Note: The MLS contained subdivisions of sold properties labeled "none" and "other", so it is likely there are additional subdivisions that had sales that are not represented on this list.

Harrisonburg Subdivisions and Neighborhoods

Harrisonburg is in a buyer's market - we all know that. The low interest rates, the declined home prices, and the number of homes on the market are all elements that should encourage someone thinking about purchasing a home. However, there are some properties on the market that I might upgrade from a "deal" category to a "steal" category. I'll highlight three Harrisonburg townhomes for sale right now that are particularly good deals - you can decide if they're a steal!

1. 2326 Breckenridge Court - Listed at $134,500
   This townhome is in excellence, move-in condition and is a must see for anyone considering a three bedroom townhome in Harriosnburg. I have featured it as a Deal of the Week and included a video tour to highlight the many upgrades. The City of Harrisonburg assessment on this property is $143,800 and similar townhomes on the same street are on the market for thousands of dollars more than this one - and I'm not just saying that because I'm the listing agent!
2. 1485 Country Club Court - Listed at $129,000
   This four bedroom Harrisonburg townhome is also in excellent condition and offers a terrific investment opportunity and the possibility of buying and having a roommate to help pay the mortgage. The townhome is three floors, which offers privacy on the upper level. The second and third floors each have two bedrooms connected with a full bathroom. Let me know if you would like to take a tour! The property is assessed at $135,500. (Listed by Kline May Realty)
3. 1211 Mountain View Drive - Listed at $134,900
   Anyone looking for a townhome near JMU must take a look at this townhome on Mountain View Drive, which is over near the Hardy's and CVS off Cantrell Avenue. I have seen this quality townhome myself, and it is charming. As with the other Harrisonburg townhome deals listed here, this one is priced competitively and offers good value. The townhome is assessed at $145,800 - $10,900 above the list price. (Listed by Kline May Realty)

Downtown Harrisonburg restaurants now have their own website: DoDowntown.net. The new website features information about downtown Harrisonburg restaurants, as well as specials and downtown events.

Harrisonburg's Downtown Dining Alliance formed in 2009 as an affiliation of locally-owned restaurants operating in Harrisonburg's Central Business District. The Downtown Dining Alliance is an ad-hoc committee of Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance, which is focused on the continued revitalization of the city's center.

Get the Best Deals Downtown

The Specials section of the DoDowntown.net website features both meal, drink, and happy hour specials. Currently, there are specials listed at the Artful Dodger, Beyond, Clementine, Dave's Downtown Taverna, Earth and Tea Cafe, Finnigan's, Jack Brown's Burger and Beer Joint, Local Chop House, and Mrs. Hardesty's Tea Room - check it out!

The downtown Harrisonburg restaurants are an engine to revitalization, and we are proud they are 100% locally-owned.