If you are looking for a great  place to live in the DC area, you should consider buying a home in South Riding!  Since there is always a lot of spin about one neighborhood over another, but once and a while you have to seperate the myth from fact.  South Riding is just a great community, and a great place to call home.  Inside South Rding there are places of worship, a golf course, several swimming pools, tennis, community centers, walking path, supermarkets, coffee shops, shoppes and a plethora of things to do!    Photos are copyrighted © 2009 Jim Crawford 09/27/2009

On recent trips to the South Riding subdivision in Chantilly VA I noticed in the last few months that sales activity and home construction have picked up quite a bit.  It is my understanding that a few months ago there were very few homes in South Riding being sold and then all of a sudden there are well over 25 new contracts for single family detached new homes.  That is quite a feat, and very promising.  Interest rates are absolutely incredible, so the carrying costs to own a new home in South Riding is a lot less than it was just a short while ago.  Also, many home buyers want the safety of established swim tennis and golf neighborhoods.  There is a lot less risk buying in a subdivision like South Riding that is already well established.  Within the subdivision there are schools, res... 09/27/2009

Interested in buying homes in South Riding?  Do you know what you are going to buy?  There are so many times that buyers ask us which home should I buy?  "Should I buy a new home in South Riding or a resale?"  Well the answer is never an easy one.  So much depends on the needs of the home buyer.  Do you have to get settled quickly?  Do you have time to build or are you willing to settle and buy that resale home?  The problem with buying a resale is that it's what you see is what you get! WYSIWYG!  A resale home you have to allow that it may not have upgrades or current efficiency rating on heating and air and other building codes.  You must realize that you are buying a home with some wear and tear and most likely without any builders warranty on the home.  The home may be personalized ... 09/27/2009

There are currently 16 MLS listings for South Riding Homes for Sale as of this post 9/27/2009.  These are single family detached homes for sale - fee simple. That is 8 homes less than my last post on August 9, 2009.  Less inventory means that homes are selling. 16 Active listings for South Riding Homes for Sale $719,000K / $479,999K (Hi /Lo) 1 Cntg/KO listings for South Riding Homes for Sale 11 Cntg/No Ko listings for South Riding Homes for Sale $600,000 / $375,000K (Hi /Lo) 12 Contract listings for South Riding Homes for Sale   $799,000 / $359,990 (Hi /Lo) 88 Listings Sold in for South Riding Homes for Sale since January 1, 2009 $799,900 / $350,000 (Hi /Lo) *MRIS 8/08/2009 09/27/2009

The Monarch Christian Academy, located just off the corner of Route 50 and Pleasant Valley Road in Chantilly, is a new option for parents interested in early childhood education for their 2 to 6 year olds. I drive by this intersection all the time, so we decided to find out more, knowing that some of our readers would want to know about this early childhood education alternative. The Academy's Executive Director, Grace Cho, gave us a warm welcome and extends the same invitation to learn more, to all of our readers.  We were impressed with the well-organized layout, and highly structured, yet creative programs the Academy is offering, as well as Grace's personal commitment to the development and learning of the kids who are part of the Monarch program.  Here are a few of the basics: • Ha... 09/25/2009

Real Estate Trend for Loudoun County :August 2009 Total Number of NEW listings taken for the month: 630 Total Number of Properties      marked Contract for the month: 237 Total Number of Properties      marked Contingent for the month: 334 Total Number of NEW pendings           (CONTRACTS + CONTINGENTS): 571   Total Sold Dollar Volume: $ 182,732,333 Average Sold Price: $ 388,792 Median Sold Price: $ 340,000 Total Units Sold: 470 Average Days on Market: 65 Average List Price for Solds: $ 410,647 Avg Sale Price as a percentage of Avg List Price: 94.68 %     Donny and Meredith Samson Samson PropertiesAssociate BrokerNVAR Top ProducerDirect 703-864-48944 1/2% Full Service ListingsCash Back to my homebuyershttp://www.dmsamson.com/   09/23/2009

41898 Cinnabar Square in Stone Ridge, VA is Under Contract in one week! IMMACULATE 3BR/3.5BA, 2 CAR GARAGE TH. ASHBY MODEL. HDWD FLOOR T-OUT MAIN LEVEL. GOURMET KIT W/GRANITE COUNTERS & BACKSPLASH, WALL OVEN, ISLAND/BREAKFAST BAR. 9′ CEILINGS. CERAMIC TILE IN ALL BATHS. LL REC ROOM W/GAS FP, W/O TO FENCED YARD. BEDROOM LEVEL LAUNDRY. ALARM SYSTEM. GREAT STONE RIDGE AMMENITIES.   If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894. 41898 Cinnabar SquareTownhouse3 bedrooms3 full/1 partial baths2,121 sqft $339,000Stone Ridge, VA   Donny and Meredith Samson Samson PropertiesAssociate BrokerNVAR Top ProducerDirect 703-864-48944 1/2% Full Service ListingsCash Back to my homebuyershttp://www.dmsamson.com/   09/23/2009

29 Berkeley Court in Sterling, Virginia is Under Contract in One Week! CHARMING 4BR/2.5BA TOWNHOUSE. HARDWOOD T-OUT MAIN LEVEL. EAT IN KIT W/NEW REFRIG, STOVE. OPEN TO DINING ROOM. LARGE DECK BACKS TO WOODS. FULLY FINISHED LL WALKS OUT TO PATIO/FENCED YARD. NEW AC,HOT WATER,FURNACE. $2000 BUYER CREDIT FOR UL CARPETS. GREAT STERLING LOCATION! THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE! 29 Berkeley CourtTownhouse4 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,922 sqft $272,000Sterling, VA If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894.     Donny and Meredith Samson Samson PropertiesAssociate BrokerNVAR Top ProducerDirect 703-864-48944 1/2% Full Service ListingsCash Back to my homebuyershttp://www.dmsamson.com/   09/23/2009

Featured Chantilly Virginia Real Estate - Donny and Meredith Samson I have 5 properties currently under contract and 1 property that just sold. For more information on the state of the real estate market in northern virginia please email me at donnysamson@hotmail.com or call me direct at 703-864-4894 UNDER CONTRACT 2971 Borge StreetTownhouse 3 bedrooms2 full/2 partial baths2,268 sqft $384,999 Oakton, VA UNDER CONTRACT 41898 Cinnabar SquareTownhouse 3 bedrooms3 full/1 partial baths2,121 sqft $339,000 Stone Ridge, VA UNDER CONTRACT 29 Berkeley CourtTownhouse 4 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,922 sqft $272,000 Sterling, VA SOLD 13116 Pennypacker LaneSingle Family House 4 bedrooms2 full/0 partial baths1,512 sqft $399,999 Fairfax, VA 1765 Whisperhill DriveTownhouse 2 bedrooms2 full/1 partial... 09/23/2009

 Featured South Riding Virginia Real Estate - Sept 22nd - Donny and Meredith Samson I have 5 properties currently under contract and 1 property that just sold. For more information on the state of the real estate market in northern virginia please email me at donnysamson@hotmail.com or call me direct at 703-864-4894 UNDER CONTRACT 2971 Borge StreetTownhouse 3 bedrooms2 full/2 partial baths2,268 sqft $384,999 Oakton, VA UNDER CONTRACT 41898 Cinnabar SquareTownhouse 3 bedrooms3 full/1 partial baths2,121 sqft $339,000 Stone Ridge, VA UNDER CONTRACT 29 Berkeley CourtTownhouse 4 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,922 sqft $272,000 Sterling, VA SOLD 13116 Pennypacker LaneSingle Family House 4 bedrooms2 full/0 partial baths1,512 sqft $399,999 Fairfax, VA 1765 Whisperhill DriveTownhouse 2 bedrooms... 09/22/2009

I've just sold a Single-family property at 13116 Pennypacker Lane in Fairfax. Come and visit my site to see other properties in that area. If you are interested in looking for or selling your home, please Contact Me. IMMACULATE 4BR/2BA SFH IN GREENBRIAR. BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED BACKYARD WITH GAZEBO, STORAGE SHED, FISH POND AND PATIO. LARGE KITCHEN W/BREAKFAST AREA. MUD/LAUNDRY ROOM. MAIN LEVEL MASTER BEDROOM. PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP SHOWS. GREAT GREENBRIAR LOCATION. CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS. MINUTES FROM I66, FFX CO PKWY & RT50. SOLD 13116 Pennypacker LaneSingle Family House4 bedrooms2 full/0 partial baths1,512 sqft $399,999Fairfax, VA   Donny and Meredith Samson Samson PropertiesAssociate BrokerNVAR Top ProducerDirect 703-864-48944 1/2% Full Service ListingsCash Back to my ho... 09/22/2009

Featured Homes in Northern Virginia - Sept 10th New this week: 2971 Borge Street in Oakton Virginia. This immaculate TH has many recent upgrades and is priced to sell! Don't Miss it!   JUST LISTED 2971 Borge StreetTownhouse 3 bedrooms2 full/2 partial baths2,268 sqft $384,999 Oakton, VA UNDER CONTRACT IN 1 WEEK 41898 Cinnabar SquareTownhouse 3 bedrooms3 full/1 partial baths2,121 sqft $339,000 Stone Ridge, VA UNDER CONTRACT IN 1 WEEK 29 Berkeley CourtTownhouse 4 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,922 sqft $272,000 Sterling, VA UNDER CONTRACT IN 1 WEEK 13116 Pennypacker LaneSingle Family House 4 bedrooms2 full/0 partial baths1,512 sqft $399,999 Fairfax, VA 1765 Whisperhill DriveTownhouse 2 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths0 sqft $314,900 Reston, VA UNDER CONTRACT 1917 Crescent Park DriveTownhous... 09/10/2009

I didn't think I'd see the day when I hit 100,000! Just thought I make it special with a special blog post. Thanks! Donny and Meredith Samson Samson PropertiesAssociate BrokerNVAR Top ProducerDirect 703-864-48944 1/2% Full Service ListingsCash Back to my homebuyershttp://www.dmsamson.com/ Featured South Riding Virginia Homes for Sale - Northern Virginia - Donny and Meredith Samson COMING SOON 41898 Cinnabar SquareTownhouse 3 bedrooms3 full/1 partial baths2,121 sqft $339,000 Stone Ridge, VA UNDER CONTRACT 29 Berkeley CourtTownhouse 4 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,922 sqft $272,000 Sterling, VA UNDER CONTRACT 13116 Pennypacker LaneSingle Family House 4 bedrooms2 full/0 partial baths1,512 sqft $399,999 Fairfax, VA 1765 Whisperhill DriveTownhouse 2 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths0 sqft $31... 09/03/2009

Featured South Riding Virginia Homes for Sale - Northern Virginia - Donny and Meredith Samson COMING SOON 41898 Cinnabar SquareTownhouse 3 bedrooms3 full/1 partial baths2,121 sqft $339,000 Stone Ridge, VA UNDER CONTRACT 29 Berkeley CourtTownhouse 4 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,922 sqft $272,000 Sterling, VA UNDER CONTRACT 13116 Pennypacker LaneSingle Family House 4 bedrooms2 full/0 partial baths1,512 sqft $399,999 Fairfax, VA 1765 Whisperhill DriveTownhouse 2 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths0 sqft $319,000 Reston, VA 1917 Crescent Park DriveTownhouse 2 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,076 sqft $399,000 Reston, VA 25421 Lemon Tree PlSingle Family House 4 bedrooms3 full/1 partial baths4,362 sqft $675,000 South Riding, VA 10324 Beach Mill Rd.Single Family House 5 bedrooms2 full/2 partial b... 09/02/2009

1765 Whisperhill Drive in Reston, Virginia. Pristine 3 Level, 2BR/2.5BA TH. Great North Point Location. Over 1000 sq ft of living space. Large Kitchen w/pass through. Living Room w/wood FP. Custom Deck & Patio backs to common area & woods. MBR suite w/walk-in closets, oversized windows & MBA. CLose to Reston Town Center, Future Metro, FFX CO PKWY & Toll Road. 1765 Whisperhill DriveTownhouse2 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths0 sqft $319,000Reston, VA If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894. 09/02/2009

Check out this new Town-Home property that I just posted on my Web site. It is at 1917 Crescent Park Drive in Reston. *REGULAR SALE* LIKE NEW 2BR/2.5 BA, 1 CAR GARAGE TH. HW T-OUT MAIN LEVEL. PALLADIAN WINDOWS, 12′ CEILINGS & GAS FP IN LR, FORMAL DR AND GOURMET KIT W/CORIAN COUNTERS. LUX MBR SUITE. MBA W/WHIRLPOOL TUB AND SEP SHOWER. AMAZING TOWN CENTER LOCATION. WALK TO SHOPS, RESTAURANTS AND MORE! CLOSE TO DULLES TOOL RD,PROPOSED METRO STOP, W&OD BIKE PATH. DON'T MISS IT! 1917 Crescent Park DriveTownhouse2 bedrooms2 full/1 partial baths1,076 sqft $399,000Reston, VA If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894. 09/02/2009

EPISODE 18 - REAL ESTATE IN CHANTILLY Chantilly and Northern Virginia area home sellers looking for a competitive advantage in the marketing and sale of their home should take a good look at enhancing energy efficiency. In this series of episodes with Ardently Green, Inc. founder, Bob Weatherwax, we discuss how enhancing your home's energy profile can add value now, as well as give you one more advantage when it comes time to sell your home. In Part 5 of this series we discuss the basics of alternative energy use for residential home owners.  Solar, wind, and geo-thermal  approaches are briefly discussed.  Where do you start when considering these technologies?  How practical are they for residential use?  What do you want to make sure to know before starting an alternative energy appli... 09/01/2009

EPISODE 17 - REAL ESTATE IN CHANTILLY Chantilly and Northern Virginia area home sellers looking for a competitive advantage in the marketing and sale of their home should take a good look at enhancing energy efficiency. In this series of episodes with Ardently Green, Inc. founder, Bob Weatherwax, we discuss how enhancing your home's energy profile can add value now, as well as give you one more advantage when it comes time to sell your home. In Part 4 of this series we discuss what to avoid when looking for vendors that provide home energy improvement services,  tax advantages and how to learn about them for your area, why "building science" is your energy improvement friend, and why you should avoid interventions that don't assess and measure your home's energy profile, Who should list... 08/28/2009

If taking advanage of the First-time Tax Credit Program is part of your plan, please know that the clock is ticking down.   If you plan on taking advantage of its generous tax credit, remember that the program expires November 30, 2009.  Also, be aware that the time you'll need to close on a transaction can be up to 60 days. From about now, you would have a little less than 6 weeks get the contract signed. The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit program was part of the 2009 economic stimulus plan. It provides up to an $8,000 tax credit if you quality.  A big chuck of money, by any standard. Who qualifies?  Here are the basics: Buyer may not have owned a "main home" in the past 36 months. Can't buy the home from a parent, spouse, or child. Your adjusted gross income for the household must be... 08/22/2009

South Riding Home Sales 2009. South Riding Chantilly VA Single Family Detached Home Sales 2009 In the South Riding subdivision in Chantilly VA in Loudoun county this year, there have been 82* single family detached fee simple homes in South Riding that sold since January 1, 2009.  These were resale South Riding homes listed in MRIS.   High Price Resale $814,900 Medium Sales Price $492,596 Low Sales Price $350,000 Average Sales Price $480,967 There are currently 22 MLS listings for South Riding Homes for Sale as of this post 8/08/2009 24 Active listings for South Riding Homes for Sale $729,000K / $399,900K (Hi /Lo) 1 Cntg/KO listings for South Riding Homes for Sale 22 Cntg/No Ko listings for South Riding Homes for Sale 10 Contract listings for South Riding Homes for Sale *MRIS 8/08/2009 08/08/2009