Players, there’s just under one month left to register for summer leagues!
Make sure you’re signed up to be a part of the fun this coming season. Sign up solo, with some friends or even a full team at dcfray.com.
Summer Team Leagues include kickball, basketball, flag football and more. Summer Bar Leagues include cornhole, skeeball, tennis and yoga!
Team league registration closes June 14. Bar league registration closes June 21.
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Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!
Please note: While Arlington Realty, Inc. provides this information for the community, it may not be the listing company of these homes.
As of May 16, there are 138 detached homes, 39 townhouses and 205 condos for sale throughout Arlington County. In total, 33 homes experienced a price reduction in the past week, including:
Please note that this is solely a selection of Just Reduced properties available in Arlington County. For a complete list of properties within your target budget and specifications, contact Arlington Realty, Inc.
The Loudoun County Spring Farm Tour returns this weekend, and you’re invited to enjoy a self-guided, family-friendly weekend on the farm, May 21-22.
This year’s tour features nearly 40 locations that offer everything from vegetables to alpacas, and vineyards to farmers markets. New to the Spring Farm Tour this year is an app with navigation, descriptions, scavenger hunts, leader boards and exciting prizes for visiting farms.
All locations provide an educational component for visitors, and most will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.
For details on specific farm hours and instructions to download the app, please visit LoudounFarmTour.com.
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Say hi to Cali, the newest Adoptable Pet of the Week! Cali is a treat loving girl that loves watching Netflix and is looking for her forever home.
Cali’s friends at Animal Welfare League of Arlington, which is currently at or near capacity for its dog kennels, had this to say:
Cali’s favorite things are: treats, nose boops, cuddles, sticking her head out during car rides, and more treats in between!
Her special talent is: making sure to meet her quota of sniffing 2,000 blades of grass a day!
Her perfect day would be: wrapped up in a blanket and watching Netflix on the couch all day! She is now a Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul fan!
If Cali was an ice cream flavor, she would be: Being in Cali’s presence will leave you floating like a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a strawberry soda.
Important facts about Cali: She may have that big dog bark, but all she really wants to do is sniff the heck out of you and be your best friend.
Are you and Cali a match? Check out her complete profile to learn more and to meet Cali in-person!
Want your pet to be considered for the Arlington Pet of the Week? Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet. Please don’t send vertical photos — they don’t fit in our photo galleries!
This regularly scheduled sponsored Q&A column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. Please submit your questions to him via email for response in future columns. Video summaries of some articles can be found on YouTube on the Ask Eli, Live With Jean playlist. Enjoy!
Question: What responsibility does a seller have to disclosure problems with their home?
Answer: Sellers cannot lie about or conceal material defects of their home, but in Virginia, property owners are under no responsibility to disclose them to a buyer. That’s because Virginia is one of the few states in the U.S. still operating under the common law concept of Caveat Emptor, meaning “Let The Buyer Beware.” This places the duty of discovery (of defects) on the homebuyer. Per Bankrate.com, the other states include Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, North Dakota and Wyoming.
Residential Property Disclosure
The Residential Property Disclosure is required in most transactions except for sales between relatives, foreclosures, builders and a handful of other scenarios. The Disclosure, signed by the seller and buyer, states that the homeowner(s) makes no representations or warranties with respect to things like:
Alternatively, jurisdictions like Washington, D.C. and Maryland require extensive disclosures by homeowners. The D.C. Disclosure runs 4+ pages long and requires owners to make representations on every material aspect of the property and community including roof, insulation, heating/cooling, appliances, drainage, zoning and more.
Realtors Held To A Higher Standard
While Virginia homeowners aren’t required to disclose defects, the Realtor Code of Ethics holds us to a higher standard. A listing agent who is a Realtor “shall disclose to prospective buyers/tenants (customers) all material adverse facts pertaining to the physical condition of the property which are actually known by the licensee.”
While listing agents don’t have a duty to discover latent defects, they are required to communicate anything they’re made aware of through the standard course of the transaction be it discussions with the seller, inspection of the property, or otherwise.
Should Virginia Change?
Personally, I’d like to see Virginia make changes to the seller disclosure laws to balance the scales a bit. One could make a case that increasing disclosure requirements would reduce buyer risk, thereby making Virginia homes more valuable and pushing home values up across the board (sellers would still have the ability to offer “As-Is”). It would be particularly valuable in a market like we’ve had the last few years where due diligence periods are shortened or waived completely.
As a counter point, buyers in jurisdictions with heavy disclosure requirements can rely too much on what the seller says/does not say and fall victim to a seller simply not being aware of a defect that a buyer could have discovered through due diligence.
What do you think? Are you happy with the current system or would you like to see Virginia get rid of Caveat Emptor and place more duty on the seller to disclose material defects?
If you’d like to discuss buying, selling, investing, or renting, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected].
If you’d like a question answered in my weekly column or to discuss buying, selling, renting, or investing, please send an email to [email protected]. To read any of my older posts, visit the blog section of my website at EliResidential.com. Call me directly at 703-539-2529.
Video summaries of some articles can be found on YouTube on the Ask Eli, Live With Jean playlist.
Eli Tucker is a licensed Realtor in Virginia, Washington DC, and Maryland with RLAH Real Estate, 4040 N Fairfax Dr #10C Arlington VA 22203. 703-390-9460.
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What makes Waycroft-Woodlawn special?
Established in the 1930’s, Waycroft-Woodlawn is a beautiful neighborhood located in Arlington, just north of the Ballston-Rosslyn Corridor and anchored by Virginia hospital to the west. Known for its quiet streets, access to D.C., and rolling hills and gardens, this neighborhood is home to 530 homes.
The tree-lined streets and community spirit are protected and upheld by the Waycroft-Woodlawn Civic Association, which is composed of community members dedicated to keeping residents safe and happy. This tight-knit community comes together often to host community parties and events — like the annual July 4th children’s bike parade and barbeque.
Waycroft Woodlawn is the best of both worlds; minutes from D.C., the hustle and bustle of Ballston, but in between a tranquil neighborhood with beautiful tree-lined streets and natural landscapes. Its location allows for easy travel throughout the region, whether it’s via public transit, car, or bike. The neighborhood sits just north of the Orange and Silver Metro lines with the Ballston-MU metro station just a few blocks away.
If traveling by car is for you, Waycroft-Woodlawn is convenient to a few of the main thoroughfares in the region, with I-66 bordering on the southern edge, and Glebe Road marking the eastern border. The neighborhood is also notable for having great access for cyclists, and most commutes and daily errands can be accomplished via bike along the Custis Trail, which is great news for anyone looking to avoid D.C. traffic.
There is so much to see and experience in Waycroft and Woodlawn, reach out to me if you want to learn more about neighborhoods in Arlington and around the region!
Felicia Cook | 703-899-5226 | [email protected] | www.feliciacookhomes.com | www.McEnearney.com
McEnearney Associates — Arlington Office
Waycroft and Woodlawn Links & Recommendations
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Address: 1400 N. Ivanhoe Street
Neighborhood: Tara Leeway Heights
Listed: $1,299,900
Open: Captain Cookie Food Truck Open House Saturday, May 14 from 1-3 p.m.
Also open Sunday, May 15 from 1-3 p.m.
This beautifully updated 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home is located on one of the most picturesque streets in Arlington’s sought-after Tara Leeway Heights neighborhood.
Open the door to 3 finished levels with oak hardwood floors, modern custom paint, and recessed lighting throughout. The spacious gourmet eat-in kitchen has stainless steel appliances, 42-inch white cabinets, a marble tile backsplash, granite counters and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining space.
Lounge in front of the fireplace or entertain in the large living room accented by crown molding, chair rail molding and recessed lighting. The perfect home office is located just off the living room with built in bookshelves and receives great natural light. The main level also has a convenient half bath just off the living room.
The huge primary bedroom suite with a large walk-in closet and updated en-suite bath with dual sink vanity featuring granite counters and a glass enclosed shower lit by a skylight from above. The second and third bedrooms have hardwood floors, built-in bookshelves and are connected by a long, updated Jack & Jill bath with a dual sink vanity and tub/shower combo.
The fully finished basement has a large rec room with a second fireplace and features the fourth bedroom and third full bath, perfect for an au-pair or in-law suite. The large partially fenced yard provides a great space for relaxing or grilling out on the rear Trex deck.
Listed by:
Shawn Battle
The Battle Group
(703) 999-8108
[email protected]
Meet Sally, the newest Adoptable Pet of the Week! Sally is a beautiful girl who loves to nap and is looking for a forever cuddle buddy.
Her friends at Animal Welfare League of Arlington, which is currently at or near capacity for its dog kennels, had a few things to say:
Sally’s favorite things are: Long naps on the couch, cuddle sessions, sniffing the grass and looking out windows. She loves Vienna sausages, meatballs and string cheese!
Important facts about Sally: Sally loves to cuddle and give affection. She is a very calm, friendly dog but can be nervous around new sounds, people and environments. She would love a quiet family who’s willing to give her lots of love and affection!
Sally has not met children, cats or other dogs while in our care. Our team is happy to discuss these topics during your appointment.
Has Sally found her cuddle buddy in you? Set up a time to meet Sally by checking out her complete profile!
Want your pet to be considered for the Arlington Pet of the Week? Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet. Please don’t send vertical photos — they don’t fit in our photo galleries!
Just Listed highlights Arlington properties that just came on the market within the past week. This feature is written and sponsored by Andors Real Estate Group.
Good morning Arlingtonians! Welcome to Just Listed!
SURPRISE — rates rose again, and now average 5.3% during the past week. Expect this to continue — buyers, it’s time to lock in your payment for your new home before rates keep rising…
The market is cooling nationally, and despite the resilience we all appreciate in the Arlington marketplace, it is happening here too. I’m starting to see price reductions and days on market creeping upward. This historic inventory shortage will slowly but surely head in the direction of a more balanced marketplace, but I’d be guessing if I told you I thought it would balance out. That’s highly unlikely, for now. What will happen is buyers will get the ability to retain home inspection and financing/appraisal contingencies in their offers — a much needed reprieve in itself.
New listings took a breather this past week; sellers listed just 99 over the past seven days, a reduction of 23 from the week prior. Buyers ratified 82 contracts, a reduction of eight from the previous week. Of the 82 ratified contracts, 45 of those were on homes that spent seven days or less on the market!
Right now, in Arlington, there are 301 properties fully available for sale, three less than last week. Of those 301, 80 are detached properties, 33 are town homes/semi-detached properties, and 188 are condominiums.
The average sales price for currently available homes in Arlington is $846,450 and the median is $600,000. Days on market has ticked up just a bit, with the average sitting at 48 days and the median at 29 days. Median days on market is now up a by seven days, or 33%, in just the past three weeks — make no mistake this represents the start of a significant slowdown in overall activity!
This week last year, sellers had listed 116 homes for sale and purchasers ratified 73 contracts. There were 477 homes for sale. Interest rates averaged just 2.94% — wow!
Click here to search currently available Arlington real estate. If you see a home that you’re interested in purchasing, give us a call! Our team are experts at WINNING when it comes to Arlington real estate — our agents routinely outmaneuver others when it comes to multiple offer scenarios — call us to find out how!
Call the Andors Real Estate Group today at (703) 203-1117 to talk more about buying or selling Arlington real estate. Below are eight properties I think you might light to check out.
Address: 834 N. Frederick Street
Neighborhood: Ballston
Listed: $699,000
Open: May 15 from 1-3 p.m.
Less than a mile to the Ballston metro, this spacious 3-level 2-3 BR/3 BA townhome offers the perfect blend of convenience and quiet. Private fully fenced brick patio off of main level living room. Open gourmet kitchen with bar seating plus eat-in space.
Upstairs features two bedrooms, primary with en-suite bath and separate hallway bath. Lower level includes a bonus room/3rd bedroom and rec. room with wood-burning fireplace and built-ins. Laundry and 3rd full bathroom on lower level. Wood floors on main and upper levels. New paint and new light fixtures throughout. New carpet installed on entire lower level.
One assigned parking space. Low HOA fee. Steps to Safeway, Puputella, and charming Covet/Urban Farmhouse shops. Easy access to I-66, 395. Less than a 1/4 mile to Bluemont and Custis trails, and a 1/2 mile to Four-mile Run and W&OD trails. Ashlawn ES/Swanson MS/Washington-Liberty HS pyramid.
Listed by:
Liz Lord
Compass Real Estate
571-331-9213
[email protected]
www.arlvahomes.com
