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Tellus Apartments Now Open in Courthouse (Promoted)

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Tellus Apartments, at 2009 14th Street North in Courthouse, is now open for tours and leasing.

The stylish new apartments were on display for the first time during the grand opening this past Saturday (August 9). The sophisticated and modern units have the finest touches and come in many sizes to suit your needs: studio, 1 bedroom, 1 bedroom with den, 2 bedrooms and 2 bedrooms with den.

There are countless perks to living at Tellus Apartments. Some of the amenities include:

  • Top-of-the-line rooftop pool
  • Lush roof terraces
  • Fitness center with yoga studio
  • Expansive park with fire pit
  • High-tech business center

Sustainability is at the forefront of operations at the apartment building. It is LEED Gold certified and features energy efficient heating and cooling systems, water conserving faucets and fixtures, rainwater recycling and Energy Star rated in-unit appliances. Even the name is inspired by a green theme — Tellus is the ancient Roman earth goddess.  

All of these amenities are available within easy walking distance of some of Arlington’s best shops, restaurants and bars. In keeping with the Tellus Apartments goal of environmental friendliness, the prime location is just steps from Metro’s Orange and Silver lines in Courthouse.

Stop by for a look at what Tellus Apartments can offer. Through this weekend, if you decide Tellus Apartments is where you want to call home, you can get 1.5 months free rent.

For more information, call 866-311-0350 or go online to request more information. You also can follow Tellus on Facebook and on Twitter.

Sedona Slate To Hold Weekend Open House (Promoted)

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Sedona|Slate, at 1510 Clarendon Blvd in Rosslyn, will be holding an open house this weekend.

The open house, showcasing brand new apartments, will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. These stylish apartments have a claim to fame as the first LEED new construction registered residential building in Arlington County.

The amenities at Sedona|Slate offer the best of modern living:

  • Rooftop pool
  • KICK Fitness Center with on-site person trainer available
  • Lounge with catering kitchen and billiards
  • Outdoor park and grilling stations
  • Concierge
  • On-site retail including Jimmy John’s, Lava Barre, a dry cleaner, and a gastropub

The inspired interiors at Sedona|Slate are chic and sophisticated. These well-appointed residences include:

  • Studio, 1 bedroom, 1 bedroom + den, 2 bedrooms, and penthouses
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows provide ample natural light
  • Select from 3 designer finishes for cabinets, backsplash, and plank flooring
  • Pet friendly for cats and large dogs

All of this in an unbeatable location, only 3 blocks from the Orange, Blue and Silver line Metro in Rosslyn.

Swing by this weekend for a tour. This weekend only, if you decide to call Sedona|Slate home, you can receive an iPad Air and up to 2.5 months free rent as an incentive. For more information, call 703.566.9670 or visit SedonaSlateApartments.com.

Are you social? Follow on Twitter.com/SedonaSlate and like on Facebook.com/SedonaSlate.

Home Listing: 228 N. Cleveland Street

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Construction is complete and this beautiful house at 228 N. Cleveland Street is now available for purchase. You are invited to the grand opening this Sunday, July 20, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Located in sought-after Lyon Park — within walking distance of Clarendon metro, shops and restaurants — the house is close to a number of neighborhood parks.

This home is designed to incorporate a balance of indoor and outdoor space. Inside you’ll enjoy an open floor plan that invites an abundance of natural light and provides the perfect environment for relaxing with family or entertaining friends. Abutting the kitchen and great room is a large covered deck that leads to the beautifully landscaped yard. It’s ideal for summer barbecues or simply relaxing with your morning coffee.

You’ll love the chef’s kitchen! Imagine Thermador professional appliances with 6-burner gas stove. Granite counters and backsplash with a mosaic tile accent. Custom cabinetry with a plethora of storage, complete with walk-in pantry.

The home spans 4 levels with approximately 4,400 square feet of living space. This does not include the climate-controlled studio space above the detached 2-car garage. This bonus space is perfect for a home office, inlaw suite, au pair suite, exercise room, game room or your favorite hobbies.

There are 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms. The spa-like master suite includes a private terrace, two closets, dual vanity, soaking tub and rain shower.

Interior highlights include:

  • Five-inch wide red oak wood flooring throughout the main level, stairs, upper level hallway and master bedroom
  • Gas fireplace in living room with built-in shelving
  • Built in buffet with granite counter and custom shelving
  • Crown molding throughout main level
  • Oil rubbed bronze door fixtures and solid core doors
  • Each full bathroom includes a granite vanity
  • Designer lighting and paint
  • Bedroom level laundry room with washer & dryer
  • Tankless hot water heaters to save water and lower energy bills
  • Dual zone heating / cooling to help ensure comfort and efficiency
  • Finished basement and 4th level for multimedia, entertaining, hobbies, home office, additional bedrooms

Exterior highlights include:

  • Covered front porch
  • Stone and cement composite siding exterior
  • Paver walkway and driveway
  • Durable low maintenance trim and decking materials

Adam GallegosThe listing price is $1,399,900. For more information or to schedule a private showing, visit 228Cleveland.com

Listed by Adam Gallegos, the principal broker of Arlington based real estate firm, Arbour Realty. Adam was voted one of the best Realtors by the readers of Arlington Magazine in 2013 and 2014. He is also the weekly author of the Ask Adam articles on ARLnow.

Adam can be reached 703-627-1255 (cell) or 703-536-5547 (office). Arbour Realty is located at 875 N. Randolph St., Suite C, in the Ballston area.

Home Listing: 888 N. Quincy Street #411

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For sale: unit No. 411 in Liberty Center, Ballston’s premier condominium (888 N. Quincy Street). Listed at $650,000, the price includes garage parking and extra storage.

There’s over 1,200 square feet of space in this sun-splashed two bedroom, two bath condominium with den. It features:

  • Expansive balcony overlooking the landscaped courtyard
  • Open kitchen features abundant light wood cabinet
  • Generous granite countertops
  • Gleaming stainless steel appliances
  • Wood floors extend from the foyer through the living space
  • Carpeting enhances the two bedrooms and private den
  • Appealing master bathroom with separate soaking tub and shower
  • Large second bathroom
  • Washer and dryer

The building has a rooftop sundeck and swimming pool with spectacular view of the Washington and Virginia skylines. In addition, there is a gym, clubroom with entry to the courtyard where barbecues are available and a 24 hour front desk.

It’s a short stroll to Ballston Metro, shops, restaurants, grocery stores, movies, gyms, Kettler Ice Rink, Arlington County’s university-class central library, parks, bike path and tennis courts. Use the nearby Washington-Lee High School track and the indoor pool for a small user fee.

A wonderful home in a location you will value everyday. For more information please call Betsy Twigg at McEnearney Associates. Betsy can be reached at 703-967-4391 or via [email protected].

United Social Sports Summer Registration Still Open (Promoted)

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Summer 2014 is here, and USS is set to kick off its summer season.

We have good news: United Social Sports acquired some permits at the last minute, so that means you have more time to get in on the action before it’s too late!

Do you want to meet new people? See your friends more often? Get more physical activity?

United Social Sports Summer registration is STILL open and you can accomplish all of these by registering for one or more of the Summer leagues in Arlington and D.C.! But act fast, summer registration is closing soon, and leagues are filling fast! Check out our featured leagues that still have space below.

This summer season USS has both returning and brand new leagues:

Featured Leagues:

DC Game Show (New Locations!)

Softball

Volleyball

  • Skyline — Thursday — Starts on 7/10/14

Registration closes for team sports summer leagues late this week or when leagues fill. Be sure to act fast!

Registration closes for bar sports summer leagues on Tuesday, July 8 or when leagues fill. Most league games begin the week of July 13.

Use Promo Code: ARL714 and save on your registration!

Don’t miss out on our upcoming events:

DC’s July 4th After Party! @ George Bar DC (in Georgetown)

USS Tubing Adventure 7/19

Coming Next Month: ARLive Startup Smackdown

ARLive Startup Smackdown logoUnleash your inner venture capitalist by “investing” in Arlington-based startups while sipping drinks and networking with local business, tech and government leaders.

Crystal City BID, in association with ARLnow.com, Click, Disruption Corp, The Falcon Lab and Grade A Marketing, will be hosting the ARLive Startup Smackdown on Tuesday, July 22 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Held at the Crystal Tech Fund (2231 Crystal Drive) space in Crystal City, the event will arm attendees with Monopoly money and invite them to check out more than a dozen local startups. Attendees can invest the faux funds in their favorite startups, and the company with the most fake money at the end wins lunch with venture capitalist and Crystal Tech Fund founder Paul Singh.

For those attending, there’s no need to bring real cash — we’ll provide all the food and drink you need. Just bring business cards and network as much or as little as you want.

Tickets for the event are just $15 through July 11 and $20 thereafter.

Local startups interested in participating should contact Meghan McMahon at [email protected].

New Kickboxing Fitness Gym Comes to Courthouse (Promoted)

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A new kickboxing gym has opened in Courthouse Plaza (2250 Clarendon Blvd).

The gym, 9 Round, offers “traditional ‘old school’ boxing and kickboxing fitness programs that incorporate functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens.” The programs involve a proprietary system of 9 workout stations developed by a professional fighter, designed to deliver a total body workout in just 30 minutes.

There are no class times, you’ll be working with a trainer every step of the way. Your trainer will motivate and push you so you see results fast.

In addition to the great workout, a full nutrition program is included with all memberships.

The two trainers behind 9 Round in Courthouse have extensive experience in the field. Owner Rob Graveline, aka Big Daddy Thunder, is a 25-year fitness industry veteran with a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology from UVA. An Arlington native, Rob has trained everyone from professional athletes to young children and older adults.

Todd “White Lightning” Wilson is the current Universal Boxing Federation All-Americas Junior Welterweight Champion and undefeated in 16 professional bouts. He is slated to defend his title on September 13th in Annandale. An Illinois native, Todd won the National Collegiate Boxing Association National Championship while attending his alma mater, VMI. In addition to training members at 9 Rounds, Todd also works in the defense industry.

To learn more about 9 Round, call them at 703-276-9763 or visit them online at www.9round.com/courthouse.

Home Listing: 2144 N. Pollard Street

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This 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath new-construction home is a beautiful mix of new and old, with classic features complemented by modern details throughout. Designed by locally recognized architect Steve Bukont, in conjunction with custom homebuilder MK Residential, 2144 N. Pollard Street is a one-of-a-kind luxury home ready for you to make your own.

Listed at $1,525,000 and located in the sought-after Cherrydale neighborhood of Arlington, this home backs to Cherrydale Park and playground. Clarendon, I-66, Lee Highway, and Washington D.C. are just minutes away! Don’t miss out on this beautiful, luxury new construction home!

The main level features 10-foot ceilings, a gourmet kitchen with marble countertops and Thermador appliances, and two gas fireplaces. Interior transom windows bring natural light to all interior spaces. The upper level features a master bedroom complete with a luxury master bathroom with separate double shower and free-standing tub.

There are three additional en-suite bedrooms and a separate laundry room upstairs. The lower level features a two-car garage, mudroom with custom built-in cabinets, a recreation room with gas fireplace, fifth bedroom, and full bathroom. Enjoy the beautiful outdoors with a private, flat backyard, a covered rear patio and outdoor fireplace.

This home has all of the modern conveniences you need. It is wired for internet and cable throughout and the garage is wired to charge your electric vehicle. Luxury details complete this home including Restoration Hardware lighting and Hansgrohe Axor Citterio fixtures throughout.

Come see this luxury home at our first open house on Sunday, June 22, from 1:00 -4:00 p.m. For more information or a private showing at your convenience, please call, email, or text Peggy Yee at Frankly Real Estate, Inc. Peggy can be reached at 703-349-0143 or via [email protected].

Home Listing: 2608 N. George Mason Drive (Promoted)

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Modern furnishings, a fun backyard and a location within the boundaries of three top public schools — 2608 N. George Mason Drive has sought-after features at an approachable price.

This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath brick colonial is located within the friendly Milburn Terrace subdivision, which hosts lively summer block parties, outdoor movie nights and football tailgates for nearby Yorktown High School. The home sits within the boundaries of Yorktown High, Williamsburg Middle and Nottingham Elementary schools.

Outside you’ll find gorgeous azaleas, an attractive black iron fence and a spacious front porch that’s perfect for relaxing, with plenty of room for table and chairs. There’s also a backyard with a large natural slate patio, a children’s play set and a storage shed.

Inside the updated interior is a cook’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors on the main level, a projector and 76 inch screen in the lower level rec room, and a large master bedroom suite with full bath and a sizable walk-in closet.

The purchaser will receive a complimentary one year home warranty from Brock Realty.

2608 N. George Mason Drive is listed at $775,000. For more information or a personalized tour, contact listing agent Bret Brock at 703-538-6030 or via email: [email protected].

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