The first task in writing this post was to look up whether "bullet holes" was 1 word or 2. Turns out it's 2 words. Learn something every day right? Or is it everyday? Anyhow, I went to a bank owned property in Falls Church today.It was disgusting. It was infested by cockroaches (we didn't see any live ones) and a bullet hole in the window (or a run in with a Kevlar beaked crow). What a gem!The good thing was this client was able to see it as an opportunity, instead of being freaked out. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't my thing, but this isn't about me, this is about the buyer. It got me thinking about how bank owned properties (and other dumps) affect neighborhood pricing. I've never really believed in broad market data that say that an area has gone up or down. See my UP 14%!? No, Down ... 02/15/2008

Falls Church City Real Estate Our Team constantly monitors local real estate statistics to inform our clients. Below you will find real estate stats for the month of October 2007.   For the month of October, the total number of active listings on the market in Falls Church City was 54. Of those active listings, the minimum list price was $245,000 while the maximum list price was $1,749,000. The average list price was $821,571. The average number for property days on the market is 97.   The number of listings under contract was 6. Of those listings under contract, the minimum list price was $279,000 while the maximum list price was $1,490,000. The average list price was $662,283. The average number for property days on the market is 59.   The number of listings that were sold & settled ... 11/06/2007

Just minutes from the buzz of the interstate sits the mid-century Fairfax County neighborhood of Holmes Run Acres. Built on a 122 acre tract of land originally owned by a Washington investor by the name of Herman Schmidt the property was named Holmes Run Acres in 1945 and a set of restrictions were put in place for the development of the land. Since mid-century modern neighborhoods are rare in Fairfax County they have garnered a following of loyal homeowners over the years and Holmes Run Acres is no exception.The development of the property began in 1950 with what would turn out to be three different builders over close to a 10 year period. In the end 355 homes were built based on contemporary homes design including the California Ranch popular on the west coast and by Frank Lloyd Wrigh... 10/31/2007

In a Northern Virginia real estate market where homes are lingering for long periods of time unsold, the small jurisdiction of Falls Church City saw some very quick sales in July 2007.Falls Church City is the smallest city in Virginia with less than 12,000 residents.  There are only about 4,800 individual households according to the City's tax records.  In July 2007, there were 17 home sales in Falls Church ranging in price from $304,000 to $1,439,000.  The average sales price for July was $734,528.  These homes sold at an average of 97.95% of the listing price in a lightning fast pace of only 29 days on the market.  The most popular community for sales in July was Winter Hill with 4 sales.Here is a chart displaying the number of sales per month and the average days on market for those ... 08/06/2007

Harry Potter mania is officially here with the book being released across the country tonight at midnight!  Have you reserved your copy?Today's Washington Business Journal reports that Falls Church, Virginia leads the nation in pre-orders for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Harrows" according to Amazon.com. Fairfax, Virginia, and Vienna, Virginia, two close-in suburbs of Washington D.C. were also in the top 5.  The Journal reported that on a per capita basis, Washington D.C. led all 50 states!I guess traffic won't be so bad this weekend because everyone will be at the pool or on the couch reading Harry Potter. According to the article, Amazon dubbed Falls Church, "the Harry-est Town in America" and donated a $5,000 gift certificate to a Library Foundation in Falls Church. Hope you have a ... 07/20/2007

It is interesting to see the current Falls  Church real estate sales statistics for Falls Church City Virginia homes for sale and compared to this time last year.  OVer all it looks very good for Falls Church City homes, and town homes in Falls Church and condos for sale in Falls Church Virignia.  Yes days on market have increased dramatically, but homes in Falls Church Virginia are selling perhaps because Falls Church has access to WMATA rail, and is just a shrot commute into DC and Arlington. Detached/Attached Report - <$100K to >$5M Falls Chruch City, VA From: 04/01/2007 to 04/30/2007  Statistics are generated by Metropolitan Regional Information Systems, Inc.  Real Estate Trend Indicator  public reports.  FALLS CHURCH CITY   2007    2006    % Change Total Sold Dollar Volume: $ 5,092... 05/15/2007

FALLS CHURCH VIRGINIA MARKET STATS 4/30/2007 290 Active Falls Church VA Homes for Sale  Detached FEE SIMPLE Single Family Homes for SaleHigh List Price $2,750,000 / Low List Price $390,000 7 Falls Church VA Homes for Sale are currently Under Contract KO High List Price $1,649,00 / Low List Price $414/000 =============================================================================== 24 Falls Church VA Homes for Sale  are Under Contract  NO KO High List Price $3,500,000  / Low List Price $449,000   ====================================================================== 45 Falls Church VA Homes for Sale that are UNDER CONTRACT to SELL / 1 LEASE High List Price $1,750,000 / Low List Price $350,000   ======================================================================   These Falls Church ... 04/30/2007

Falls Church Virginia is noted for country like settings with beautiful estate like mature lots, and established neighborhoods.  Charming homes with white picket fences best describes Falls Church. Despite its setting, Falls Church is convenient to all schools, WMATA, shopping, malls, roads and transportation in Fairfax Virginia and Washington DC area.   Fairfax county county schools which are know nationally for excellence in education! Falls Church has many beautiful homes, neighborhoods and fine subdivisions such as: Annalee Heights, Aura Heights, Barcroft Lake Shores, Barcroft Woods, Bel Air, Belvedere, Broyhill Park, City Park Homes, Chateaux, Courtland Park, Devonshire Gardens, Donna Lee Gardens, Dunn Loring, Ellery Place, Ellison Heights, Falls Church Gardens, Gates of Westfalls,... 04/30/2007

Have you considered buying Falls Church homes?  Looking for a short commute in an area that is accessible to all?  Are you looking for mature neighborhoods and communities that have character and location?  Are you looking to halve your commute time and save gas money at the same time?  Well look no further! Falls Church Virginia is the palce to live!  Older neighborhoods with matured landscaping, tree lined streets, and a great location are the norm in Falls Church Virginia.   I've put together a few homes searches below where you can get an idea of the homes for sale in Falls Church Virginia and decide what is right for you!  If you want a home for sale in Falls Church, a Condos for sale in Falls Church or a garage town home where you can walk to metro West Falls Church or East Falls ... 04/30/2007

Hello, My name is Cathy Poungmalai,I live in Yarling Court and I specialize in this area. Shortly I will give an update on this area.Or just call me for a faster update. 703 786 5776CathyVirginia, Va 02/15/2007