Reviving A Stale Listing In Alexandria, Virginia – Hunting Creek Club Real Estate Resource

Do you have a property in Alexandria that just isn't selling? Did you know that in Fair Haven:

the average number of days on the market is 1.
the most expensive home on the market is 2416 Fort Dr.
the least expensive place of residence on the market is 2416 Fort Dr.
2416 Fort Dr is currently listed for $570,000.

Does the current market favor buyers or sellers? This is an important question that a patient Realtor can answer. A few questions to ask your agent include:

How does your listing look compared with the detached homes priced similarly?
Is the price right?
Does the current market favor buyers or sellers?

Recently Sold At Fair Haven

Price reduction in time for the holidays! ! 6111 Bangor is situated in the quiet center of the neighborhood, just a couple of blocks to the Huntington metro, and has off street parking for two.

It’s the perfect hybrid of city and suburban living. Inside this charming home you'll find freshly painted walls and trim, hardwood floors, an updated eat-in kitchen, 2 full bathrooms, 4 lovely bedrooms and a finished basement. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, granite countertops, pantry and a walkout to back yard. New recessed lights along with lots of windows make this home warm and inviting. Upstairs is a beautiful completely remodeled bathroom with modern finishes and 2 more bedrooms with dormers. The full height, walkout basement has been updated with luxury vinyl flooring, paneled walls and recessed lighting plus a large storage/workroom and a separate laundry area. Recent upgrades include new roof, fence, AC, furnace, water heater, front load washer and dryer. The yard has been completely enclosed with a brand new fence and fresh landscaping. Along with the wonderful front porch there is a covered patio along the back of the house. What might seems like a little home sure does offer a lot of great living space inside and out! Location is ideal for the DMV commuter with highways 495 less than a mile away. You will also find major shopping and convenient restaurants nearby, Mount Vernon Recreation Center with an ice rink, swimming pool and fitness center less than 2 miles away. Right next door to it is the new Martha Washington Public Library. Less than 10 miles down the road is Reagan International Airport. You really don't want to miss the gem of a home in a fabulous location! [Fair Haven - $605,000] SOLD!

Beautiful updated home in the Fair Haven neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.

This charming residence features walls of windows bringing in tons of natural light and a gorgeous modernized entertaining floor plan. Right when you walk in you feel the coziness of the living area with wood burning fireplace. The huge gourmet eat-in kitchen includes ceramic tile, white shaker cabinets, granite countertops, island, breakfast bar, zig-zag tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Separate dining area. 3 great size bedrooms with plenty of closet space and 2 luxury full-baths are also on this level. Spacious finished basement with laundry room, new carpet, 2 more bedrooms and 1 lavish full-bath. Best of all no HOA, replacement windows, new roof, new HVAC. The possibilities are endless with a yard this large. Hosting the most amazing barbecues in your spacious backyard oasis will be a breeze. Commuterâs dream-close to Old Town and Huntington Metro, close to Route 1 and N Kings Highway for shopping and bus routes - great for commuting with proximity to Amazon HQ2, I-495 and Wilson Bridge. This is a must see! [Fair Haven - $610,000] SOLD!

You will quickly discover how this quintessential 1,372 sq ft.

cape cod interior matches its curb appeal. Savor long conversations while swinging on the inviting full-length porch in the Fairhaven subdivision located near Belle Haven, its country club, Ft. Belvoir, along with proximity to Old Town, and the Huntington Metro station. This location is an easy commute to the Pentagon, Andrews AFB, and other DC government facilities. This home is also just a hop over to National Harbor, and MGM. Step onto shiny hardwood floors and one-of-a-kind amenities such as the bay window in the living room with ceiling fan, and the breathtaking beveled door in the dining room. Marvel at this all-American eat-in kitchen where white and blue cabinets perfectly offset the stainless-steel appliances. Notice the upgraded countertops and window treatments. Pull out family recipes so you will delight when using the stainless-steel side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker, gas oven range, and built-in microwave. For clean-up you will love the dishwasher and disposal. This kitchen is ideal for family gatherings or get together with friends and neighbors. For added convenience, the washer and dryer are also situated here. There are two bedrooms on the first floor with ceiling fans and walk-in closet space for your growing wardrobe. Two more bedrooms are topside on the second floor, and one has grey carpeting and a walk-in closet and an inviting bathroom for long soaks in the tub. The second upstairs bedroom has a mirrored closet. Head outside to the rustic screened in porch leading to the backyard. The brick patio is ideal for summer and fall barbecues with shrimp and corn on the cob! Plan to let the dog and your children run forever free with the lengthy fenced in backyard. There is a roomy shed for outside storage and a long driveway that fits 2 cars. When it’s time to relax, a hot tub in the backyard fits 4-8 people. There is the hot water heater, and central air conditioning. Charming starts and ends here with this home in an ideal location. Minutes from dinner in Old Town or National Harbor. You will adore this amazing home. [Fair Haven - $570,000] SOLD!

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Here are a number of reasons places similar to 2416 Fort Dr in Alexandria will sometimes have no buyers:

First Impression -- Let's face it: a number of homes are not attractive when you first gaze upon them.
Neighbors -- Are your neighbors making it difficult to sell?
Location -- Every location has a buyer, but on rare occasions it takes a while to find THAT buyer
Decor -- Neutral decor doesn't excite anyone, but flashy decor can distract home buyers.

These are problems we've seen before and challenges we know how to overcome. When the time comes to move your property in Fair Haven, it's prudent to compare what places have sold at Fair Haven in 22303 in Fairfax County. That can give a seller a starting point for determining your choice detached home's value. Contact Stuart Nesbitt to get a free and more accurate assessment of your detached home's value. Stuart Nesbitt can also prepare a marketing plan to explain to you how we plan to get you the best price as quickly as possible. How can we help achieve your real estate goals? Speak to an agent today to find out how. I specialize in military relocation.