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        <title>New construction Condos in Old Town Alexandria</title>
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New construction Condos in Old Town Alexandria







 


Old Town Alexandria is an amazing choice for walkable lifestyle and offers more than 100 Restaurants, more than 50 Cafés, Bars, Pubs, and Breweries, Coffee Shops and Ice Cream Shops, a wide variety of Boutiques and other Stores, Farmers Market, Art Galleries, Torpedo Factory Art Center and more. Grocery Stores in Old Town include Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Wegmans, Harris Teeter, The Fresh Market, Safeway and Balducci's. The most popular Street in Old Town is King Street, which is home to numerous Restaurants, Boutiques and more. 


Buyers who are interested in new construction Condos in Old Town Alexandria currently have 4 new Buildings available in 2026, all of which recently completed construction, so are no longer under construction. The new construction Condos that are available are as follows:




Aidan Old Town: Built in 2025, 94 total units, 1 - 2 Bedrooms. Prices: $400,00's - $700,000's. Click here to view Aidan Old Town's profile page and view listings of Condos for sale.


The Whitley: Built in 2026, 78 total units, 1 - 3 Bedrooms. Prices: $400,000's - $1,900,000+. Click here to view The Whitley's profile page and view listings of Condos for sale.


Tidelock Residences: Built in 2026, 65 total units, 1-3 Bedrooms. Prices: $400,000's - $3,000,000+. Residences at Tidelock is located in Old Town North and enjoys a prime waterfront location with beautiful views of the Potomac River and City. Click here to view Tidelock Residences' profile page and view listings of Condos for sale.


1229 and 1225 King Street: Built in 2024, 12 total units, 1-3 Bedrooms. Prices: $600,000's - $1,200,000+




New construction and pre-construction Townhomes in Old Town are also available, which I'll discuss in a separate post. 


View listings of Old Town Alexandria new construction Condos for sale below and contact me for assistance with customizing your property search. 


 



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    <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 00:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>Annapolis Waterfront Homes</title>
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Annapolis Waterfront Homes2026 Real Estate market report











Waterfront homes in Annapolis, MD enjoy prime locations with beautiful views of the Chesapeake Bay, Severn River, Spa Creek and other nearby waterways. Many waterfront properties in Annapolis include Boat Dockage. Annapolis is known as the Sailing Capital of America. 




During the months of January - April of 2026, waterfront properties in Annapolis were sold for purchase prices ranging from $799,000 - $9,600,000.


The Median purchase price of the properties was $2,100,000


Median days on market = 44 and average days on market = 19


25 properties sold, per Bright MLS records. 21 of the properties that sold are Single Family Homes and 4 are Condos.  




The property that sold for $9,600,000 is an Aberdeen Creek waterfront home located at 3182 Harness Creek Road, built in 2025, and it's listed as having 1.04 Acres, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, 7,845 total square feet, 5-Car Garage, Pool, 125' private Pier with 3 Boat Slips, a Boathouse and numerous other features.


The Spring Real Estate market in Annapolis is robust and 18 waterfront properties in Annapolis are currently listed in the MLS as pending sale/under contract for purchase with list prices ranging from $345,000 - $6,950,000.


Waterfront properties currently for sale in Annapolis include single family homes, Condos and Townhomes. 


Annapolis is a beautiful City, it's the Capital of Maryland and it's located in Anne Arundel County.


I had the pleasure of sailing with Schooner Woodwind Sailing Cruises in October of 2025 and included a video above that I took while sailing. Schooner Woodwind opened for the Spring sailing season last month and I look forward to sailing with them again soon. 


View listings of Annapolis Waterfront Homes for sale and save your favorites. Contact me for additional details about properties and assistance with your property search. 




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    <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 08:12:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>1st Quarter of 2026 Washington DC Real Estate market</title>
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1st Quarter of 2026: Washington, DC Real Estate Market highlights


Information is included below for Washington, DC's residential Real Estate market during the 1st quarter of 2026. The number of sales has decreased in comparison to the same period of time in 2025 and inventory has increased in a number of areas. Property values and market activity vary significantly, based on location and specific details and features of the property and home, along with other factors. 


Single Family Homes sold during Quarter 1 of 2026




Highest sale price = $6,075,000


Median sale price = $899,000


Median sale price/list price ratio = 98.1


Median days on market = 32




The Home that sold for $6,075,000 is located in Wesley Heights, was built in 1951, and has 6 Bedrooms, 6.5 Baths, 2 Stories, a Basement, 2-Car Garage and a .47 Acre Lot size. 


Row Houses and Townhomes sold during Quarter 1 of 2026




Highest sale price = $5,800,000


Median sale price = $780,000


Median sale price/list price ratio = 99.1


Median days on market = 29




The Townhome that sold for $5,800,000 is located in Georgetown, was built in 1805, has 6 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, 2 Stories and a Basement. 


Condos sold during Quarter 1 of 2026




Highest sale price = $6,250,000


Median sale price = $475,000


Median sale price/list price ratio = 98.5


Median days on market = 45




The Condo that sold for $6,250,000 is a Penthouse located at 1055 High Condo in Georgetown, was built in 2014 and has 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, and 4,018 square feet. 


Are you exploring where to live in the Washington, DC area? Are you interested in selling or relocating? View listings of Washington, DC properties for sale here and contact me for additional details. 



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    <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>Georgetown DC Real Estate market in 2026</title>
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Georgetown DC Real Estate Market in the Spring of 2026







Properties sold in Georgetown during January - April of 2026


Of communities in DC, Georgetown is a favorite for those who enjoy living there and visiting, its historic charm, picturesque streets, walkability, upscale shopping, dining, and vibrant blend of culture, architecture and more. 


I had the pleasure of attending the Georgetown House Tour Patrons' Party held at Prospect House and the Georgetown House Tour last month. I enjoyed walking through the community and touring the lovely properties (6 Homes and City Tavern). I love their Architectural design, landscaping, interior design and their stories. 


Homes for sale in Georgetown include Single Family Homes, Condos, and Row Houses/Row Homes. What has been selling recently and what's on the market for sale? The Spring market is busy and Georgetown remains in high demand. 


During the months of January - April of 2026, 51 properties sold in Georgetown, per Bright MLS. The number of properties sold was only 1 less than the number of properties sold in Georgetown during the same period of time in 2025. A number of Georgetown properties also sold off-market, however, properties sold through the MLS are the majority of the closed sales. 


31 Row Houses sold




Purchase price range: $800,000 - $5,800,000


Average purchase price: $2,146,468


Median purchase price: $1,820,000


Average days on market = 47 and median days on market = 23


Average list price to sale price ratio = 98.6


The homes were built in 1805 - 1988, with only 10 of the homes built after 1900. Historic Row Homes are the majority of residential properties in Georgetown. 




3 Single Family homes sold




Purchase prices = $5,995,000, $2,900,000 and $1,665,000


Average days on market = 5


Average list price to sale price ratio = 98.7


The homes were built in 1830, 1850 and 1900




17 Condos sold




Purchase price range = $210,000 - $6,250,000


Average purchase price: $1,397,853


Median purchase price = $865,000


Average days on market = 56 


Average list price to sale price ratio = 97.7


The Condo that sold for $6,250,000 is located at 1055 High Condo and has 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, and 4,018 square feet. 1055 High was built in 2014. 




Additional properties sold


Also of note is the closed sales of 3 Garage parking spaces in Georgetown, which were each sold for $40,000, $50,000 and $150,000. Availability of parking spaces in Georgetown is scarce, so spaces sell for a premium. 


Inventory of active listings in Georgetown remains low. Scroll below to view listings of homes for sale in Georgetown, save your favorites and customize your property search.


Are you interested in learning more about Georgetown and considering moving to the area? Click here to view additional details about Georgetown and contact me for assistance with your property search. 








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    <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 02:05:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>JW Marriott Residences Reston Station Penthouse sold for $10,250,000</title>
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JW Marriott Residences Reston Station Penthouse sold for $10,250,000





In a record breaking sale this month, a Penthouse at JW Marriott Residences Station was sold for $10,250,000, the highest purchase price ever for a Condo in Virginia. Per reports, the buyer purchased both of the 2 Penthouses at JW Marriott and combined them into 1 Unit, for a total of 5,768 interior square feet and 2,000 square feet of Balcony space. 


The previous highest sale record for a Condo sold in Virginia was $5,650,000 in 2024 for a Condo that sold at Waterview Tower in the Rosslyn neighborhood of Arlington. I attended JW Marriott Residences Reston Station’s grand opening event in November of last year. Construction of the building was completed in 2025. This property is a great choice to consider for luxury new construction Condos that are located in a walkable area. Restaurants, Cafes, Fitness Centers, Shops and more are located nearby. Major Companies located near Reston Station include Google and others. 


JW Marriott Residences Station is located at 1820 Reston Row Plaza in Reston, Virginia. 


Property highlights:




93 Units


Located adjacent to JW Marriott Reston Station


Floor plans: 1 Bedroom + Den, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bedrooms + Den and 3 Bedrooms


Floor-to-Ceiling Windows


10' Ceiling height


Luxurious interior finishes


Concierge, Valet, private Parking Garage, Gym, Clubroom with a Catering Kitchen, entertaining Lounges, and 25th floor Rooftop Grilling and Lounge areas


Additional services available A la carte 


Exclusive status  in the global Marriott International Luxury Residence family with Elite Membership in the Marriott Bonvoy™ loyalty program, along with VIP status and customized courtesies at  Marriott International Hotels and Resorts worldwide.




Click here to view additional details about JW Marriott Residences Reston Station and download Floor plans. 


Interested in viewing Residences? Contact me to schedule an appointment. 

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    <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:17:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>Old Town Alexandria Real Estate Market report - 1st Quarter of 2026</title>
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Old Town Alexandria Real Estate Market ReportQuarter 1 of 2026





Old Town Alexandria’s Real Estate market remains strong with limited inventory, low average number of days on market and high demand from buyers. Below is information about market activity and prices during the first Quarter of 2026.Rowhouses and Townhomes



Median sale price = $1,155,000


Highest sale price = $4,275,000


Median days on market = 6


Median sale price/list price ratio = 100


Years built = 1825 - 2026




The property that sold for $4,275,000 is a Townhome that's located at 223 S. Union Street. It was built in 2025 in the recently constructed River Row Townhomes and has 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths and 3,388 square feet. River Row has a prime location that's 1 block from the Riverfront and only 2 blocks from King Street. 


Click here to view listings of Old Town Alexandria Rowhouses and Townhomes for sale. 


Condos




Median sale price = $685,000


Highest sale price = $2,100,000


Median sale price/list price ratio = 99.4


Median days on market = 14




The Condo that sold for $2,100,000 is located at Robinson Landing and has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths and 1,595 square feet. 


Click here to view listings of Old Town Alexandria Condos for sale and search by Building name and other search criteria. 


Single Family Homes




Median sale price = $2,450,000


Highest sale price = $7,100,000




The property that sold for $7,100,000 is 510 Wolfe Street in Old Town Alexandria and it sold on March 23, 2026 for the highest residential purchase price in the history of Old Town Alexandria. It's a historic Home that was built in 1854 and has 7 Bedrooms, 7 full Baths, 4 half Baths, and 14,000+ square feet, per its MLS listing information. 


Single Family Homes for sale in Old Town Alexandria are scarce since they aren't the majority of existing Residential property types in Old Town. Of the few that do exist, owners rarely place them on the market for sale. 


Located in Alexandria, Virginia, Old Town Alexandria offers historic charm, waterfront and walkable lifestyle with numerous Restaurants and Shops located nearby. Are you exploring where to live in Old Town Alexandria? Interested in relocating? View listings of properties for sale, customize your search and save your favorite listings. 














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    <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:40:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <author>vickie@vickiesellsthedmv.com (Vickie Arcuri)</author>
        <title>Condo market activity at The Wharf DC</title>
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2026 Condo Market activityat The Wharf DC








The Wharf is a great choice for waterfront living and walkable lifestyle in the Southwest waterfront district of Washington, DC and offers a variety of Condos, Apartments, Restaurants, Cafés, Hotels, shops and more. 


Condos located at The Wharf DC are Amaris, Vio and 525 Water Street. Other residential buildings at The Wharf DC are The Tides, The Banks, Incanto and The Channel, however, those are Apartment rental buildings, not Condos.


What are the prices of Condos for sale at The Wharf DC and what's selling?


Amaris




Condos sold at Amaris in 2025 - Quarter 1 of 2026 were sold for purchase prices ranging from $1,550,000 - $6,000,000, with a median purchase price of $2,375,000. The Condos that sold have 2-3 Bedrooms and range in square feet from 1,245 - 4,410 square feet. Developer owned Condos at Amaris completed selling in 2025, so they're fully sold out and all available Condos for sale at Amaris are resales.


Inventory at Amaris is low and only 3 Condos are currently on the market for sale. They have 1-2 Bedrooms and their price range is $1,725,000 - $2,200,000. 1 Condo at Amaris is currently pending sale/under contract for purchase. 


Amaris was built in 2022 and has a total of 96 Units. Amaris offers beautiful water views, spacious floor plans and luxury Amenities. Amaris is located at 601 Wharf Street.  Click here to view Amaris' profile page, learn more about the building and view listings of Condos for sale. 




Vio




Condos that sold at Vio in 2025 were sold for purchase prices ranging from $994,000 - $3,950,000, with a median purchase price of $1,457,500. The Condos that sold have 2-3 Bedrooms and 1,037 - 2,650 square feet. There aren't any closed sales at Vio in 2026 so far.


5 Condos are currently for sale at Vio, have 1-3 Bedrooms and range in price from $699,900 - $3,297,500. 2 Condos at Vio are currently pending sale/under Contract for purchase. 


Vio was built in 2017 and has a total of 112 Units. Vio is located at 45 Sutton Square. 




525 Water




Condos that sold at 525 Water during 2025 - Quarter 1 of 2026 were sold for purchase prices ranging from $384,500 - $2,395,000, with a median purchase price of $629,500. The Condos that sold have 1 - 3 Bedrooms and 510 - 2,100 square feet.


3 Condos are currently for sale at 525 Water, have 1-2 Bedrooms and range in price from $399,900 - $1,499,900. 1 Condo at 525 Water is currently pending sale/under contract for purchase. 


525 Water was built in 2016 and has a total of 106 Units. 525 Water is located at 525 Water Street. 




Explore waterfront lifestyle and view listings of Condos for sale at The Wharf DC. Click here to learn more, view additional property listings and begin your property search. Located along the Potomac River, The Wharf Marina offers boat dockage for Yachts and other vessels, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Water Taxi transportation and area tours.  Metro Stations that are located closest to The Wharf are Waterfront (Green line) and L'Enfant Plaza (Blue, Orange, Silver, Green and Yellow Lines).









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    <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>Cherry Blossom views at the Tidal Basin in DC</title>
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2026's Cherry Blossom season is here I loved visiting the Tidal Basin on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, and photographing the Cherry Blossom trees. They're so pretty. View the video below from my visit. Cherry Blossoms are also blooming elsewhere throughout the area and can be seen nearby in Alexandria, VA, Arlington, and areas of Maryland. 


The dates for 2026's Cherry Blossom Festival are March 20, 2026 - April 12, 2026. 


Here's a list of 10 great locations to see Cherry Blossoms in the D.C. area: 




The Tidal Basin: 701 E. Basin Drive SW, Washington, DC


Jefferson Memorial: 16 E. Basin Drive SW, Washington, DC


The National Arboretum: 3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC


Dumbarton Oaks: 1703 32nd Street NW, Washington, DC


Washington National Cathedral:  3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC


Arlington National Cemetery: 1 Memorial Avenue, Arlington, VA


Long Bridge Park in Arlington: 475 Long Bridge Dr, Arlington, VA 


Meadowlark Botanical Gardens:  9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct, Vienna, VA


Kenwood neighborhood in Bethesda, Maryland


McGrillis Gardens: 6910 Greentree Rd, Bethesda, MD 







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    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <title>Virginia's proposed Income Tax Rate increase in HB 979</title>
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Virginia's proposed income Tax Rate increase and additional changes





The Commonwealth of Virginia's proposed Income Tax changes are a hot topic right now. Let's look at a list of the proposed Tax law changes that are included in HB 979 and HB 378.


HB 979




Establishes two new tax brackets beginning on and after January 1, 2027: Income between $600,000 - $1,000,000 to be taxed at a rate of 8. Income in excess of $1,000,000 to be taxed at a rate of 10. 


The bill provides that 50 percent of revenues generated by the new tax brackets will be dedicated to localities for maintenance, operation, capital outlays, debt and interest payments, or other expenses incurred in the operation of public schools.


Increases the standard deduction to $10,000 for single individuals


Increases the standard deduction to $15,000 for individuals eligible to claim head of household for federal tax purposes


Increases the standard deduction to $20,000 for married individuals beginning in taxable year 2027 and indexes such deduction amount for inflation beginning in taxable year 2028


Removes the aggregate amount of housing opportunity tax credits that may be claimed for qualified projects across all calendar years and exempts food purchased for human consumption and essential personal hygiene products from the local sales tax.




Click here to view Virginia House Bill 979


NOTES FOR REFERENCE: 




According to recent IRS Tax data, households in Virginia that earned $533,000 or more annually represent approximately 5.23 of households in Virginia. These households are within the top 5 of earners in Virginia. 


The top 1 of earners in Virginia are households that earn approximately $701,792+ annually. 


Households that earn $1,000,000 or more annually are approximately within the top 1/2 percent of earners. 




HB 378 


Imposes a net investment income tax on individuals, Trusts, and Estates beginning in taxable year 2027. The tax is generally equal to 3.8 percent of the lesser of (i) net investment income, defined in the bill, for the taxable year or (ii) federal modified adjusted gross income, defined in the bill, for such taxable year reduced by $500,000.


Click here to view Virginia House bill 378
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    <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:40:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <title>2025 Old Town Alexandria Holiday Tree Lighting</title>
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2025 city of alexandria Tree Lighting Ceremony





The City of Alexandria's Tree lighting event will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 6 PM in Market Square at City Hall in Old Town Alexandria, located at 301 King Street in Alexandria, Virginia. The City invites the community to join Mayor Alyia Gaskins and a host of holiday friends at the annual Tree lighting ceremony. Admission is free and the event will be held rain or shine. 


Tree Lighting is expected to occur sometime between 6:40 - 6:55 PM following the arrival of Santa by way of the King Street Trolley. After 7 PM, enjoy the start of the holiday season with music and merriment while Santa and Mrs. Claus walk the Square and visit with families until 8pm.


I love the festive holiday vibes.


Visit the City of Alexandria's website for additional details. 

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    <pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 22:43:00 -0600</pubDate>
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