Ashburn Farms Review

Location

The majority of the land on which Ashburn Farm is located was originally the Gray Dairy Farm.  A windmill was salvaged and restored from the Gray Estate and now stands with the large “Ohio Buckeye” tree.

Ashburn Farms Amenities

Cavalier Land Development Corp., developers of Ashburn Farm, planned the community to blend with the natural rolling terrain, resulting in winding boulevards and lots of trees. Ashburn Farm is north of the Dulles Greenway and bordered by Belmont Ridge Rd to the west, Ashburn Rd to the east, and the W&OD Trail to the north.

Amenities

Ashburn Farm has many amenities, including:

• 3 Outdoor Swimming Pools with Pool Houses
• 12 Tennis Courts
• 8 Basketball Courts
• 2 Soccer Fields
• 1 Baseball Field
• 1 Sand Volleyball Court
• 19 Tot Lots
• 5 Ponds stocked with fish (catch and release)
• 1 Covered Pavilion
• 28 Miles of Bike and Exercise Trails

To enjoy all the amenities Ashburn Farms offers there is a fee, to be paid each month. The 2015 rate chart is below:

While the fees may seem high, compare them to what you’d pay monthly for a gym membership or pool club membership. And consider that these fees also include maintenance around your neighborhood.

Ashburn Statistics

Our website, MattElliottRealty.com, has a great Market Snapshot Feature. We provide information, searchable by zip code, on an area’s market inventory, property ownership, school information, crime statistics, and even an interactive map that allows you to search local amenities like restaurants, food stores, pet stores, and places of worship.

Here are some statistics for Ashburn Farms – you can view more by clicking on the image.

Cheers! Look who we spotted drinking Green beer!

We hope you had a wonderful time celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this year! There were tons of celebrations happening around the Northern Virginia area. To get in the spirit we sent our Office Manager, Nora, out to mix & mingle!

She hit up a few bars and had a blast getting to know people and snapping photos! Be sure to check out our Facebook page for all the photos from the night.

NOW is the time to SELL!

If you were considering selling your home in Northern Virginia, now is a great time to sell!

Here’s why:

• Property values have climbed the past 4 years, but have recently leveled off
• While pricing has leveled off, it’s still a great seller’s market
• Avoid costly future maintenance repairs

For a FREE, no-obligation valuation of your home, visit www.MattElliottRealty.com 

You’ll see instantly how much homes are selling for in the neighborhood and what your home might be worth in this current market.

Out of state? No Problem!

As your agent, I will manage the process of preparing your home for sale! I have successfully managed the entire process of obtaining contractors, estimates, and then overseeing project completion to update current rental properties to “perfect sale” condition. This process is a part of my service and is designed to maximize your ultimate sale price.   You can even sign closing papers remotely!

Here’s a testimonial from a recent client:

To read even more about past client’s experiences visit our Zillow Reviews page.

Contact me via phone/text @ 703.627.2167 or email to MattE@kw.com, and let me provide a no-obligation market analysis of your home’s current value.   I’m also happy to explain how I can manage the entire process for you, making the process a stress-free one to get your home sold for the highest possible price.

Now is the one of the best times to sell a property since the last real estate peak in 2005/2006. Don’t miss the opportunity to get your home sold at what might be the current real estate peak.

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We really appreciate our clients and LOVE reading that they had an exceptional experience with us!

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We used Matt to handle the listing of list my Mom’s house. Since I live outside outside of the area, it was important that I utilized an agent who not only knew the market, but could also assist in finding reputable, fairly-priced, contractors to help do some required “fix-ups” before we put the house on the market. We also wanted to make sure that we had assistance in having the house professionally staged and photographed. I put together a request for proposal and sent it to 3 agents that had been recommended to me. I selected Matt and his team. Matt is extremely well-networked with many contractors in the area. We needed help with landscaping, electrical work, floor refinishing, driveway sealing, painting, etc. Matt always was able to put us in touch with, or called for us, several contractors that did quality work. Matt has a good feel for where to invest when making improvements. We followed all of his recommendations, including asking for a higher price on the home than the other agents had suggested. He held an open house that was well-attended by other agents and buyers. We had 2 offers the following day. Matt did some qualifying of the offers and came back with a recommended negotiation strategy which we accepted. He handled it from there and after some back and forth we accepted an offer. I liked working with Matt and would use him again. He’s responsive and easy to get a hold of. He knows the real estate business inside out and he applies his skills in a professional manner.

We’re happy to offer assistance with contractor referrals, recommendations on home improvements, and anything else home related. Just give us a call 703-627-2167, or shoot us an e-mail MattElliottRealty@gmail.com!

Raspberry Falls Community Review

From the website:

Raspberry Falls is one of the most unique developments in Loudoun County. Based on the hamlet design, Raspberry Falls features fine homes, abundant open space and wonderful views of the surrounding country and the Catoctin Mountains. Lots here range in size from just under an acre to more than 25 acres in the hills.

Rated one of the best in Virginia, the Raspberry Falls Golf and Hunt Club provides a Country-Club-for-a-day experience to its guests. A Gary Player design course modeled after the links layouts found in Scotland.

And, Raspberry does have the occasional hunt for the elusive fox. You will see period dressed hunters mounted on elegant horses with a bevy of hounds eager to chase the prized red fox.

There is much wildlife to enjoy including deer (sometimes in large herds), red fox, groundhogs and snapping turtles emerging from their homes near the creeks. The bird population abounds with a wide variety of species including the brilliant red Cardinal, an occasional Oriole, Blue Jays and Yellow Finch. Geese make a habit of stopping off here during their migrations.

The history of the development includes the Civil War, the Raspberry Plain mansion, a landing strip and nearby Selma Plantation. The property includes many of the original buildings including the mansion, barns and silos. Several creeks meander through the property originating in the hills west of us, complete with natural pools and waterfalls.

Location

Raspberry Falls is located just north of the historic Town of Leesburg, right off route 15.  It’s just a short drive to Downtown Leesburg and easily accessible to Northern Virginia and DC from the Greenway.

If arriving by car is not exciting enough, Raspberry Falls is also located close to Whites Ferry, the only cable ferry service that carries cars, bicycles, and pedestrians across the Potomac River.

Raspberry Falls Amenities

• Golf & Hunt Club including:
  • Clubhouse
  • Carriage house – perfect for larger events & receptions
  • Golf practice facilities
• Pool
• Tennis Courts

Leesburg Statistics

Median household income in Leesburg zip code, 20176, is $112,309. For more information on schools, market inventory & price trends visit our Market Insider page!

Our First Video: Paint Selection

Check out our FIRST EVER informational video! We (Erin & Nora) met up at the Home Depot in Reston, and Nora’s friend Brooke filmed us (with an assist from her adorable baby Hudson). We received some funny looks… and a few people wanted us to paint their homes for them. I guess we looked super official in our new bight yellow Matt Elliott Realty shirts! I could have spent all day playing with the paint swatches & reading the crazy paint color names, but we had work to do. Of course Home Depot was a little noisy – which posed a challenge – but we made it work!

Painting Tips:

• If you plan on keeping your home forever – you can paint it any color you’d like! Go crazy with neon green, hot pink, pumpkin orange, navy blue or bright red. But if you plan on selling in a few years, you can save yourself the hassle of repainting when the time comes by choosing a neutral color.
• Lighter colors will help make a room look larger, while darker colors will close it in and make it more cozy.
• Always look at your paint swatches in different light, for example during the day & then again at night. Different paint colors can appear differently depending on whether they’re being seen in natural or artificial light.
• To cover a dark wall color, use 2 coats of primer.

Keep an eye out for our next video – we’ll be sharing painting tips while we paint Nora’s living room! Complete with before & after shots. We’ll be painting it a neutral color since Nora & her husband plan on selling their place in a year or so.

To see more of our videos, follow our YouTube Channel. We’ll also post sneak peaks on our Facebook page, so make sure you’re following Matt Elliott Realty on Facebook!

10 Steps to Buying a Home

Have you ever wondered what the home buying process was all about?

At Matt Elliott Realty – we have the process broken down into 10 easy steps – most of which your Realtor will do for you! If you’re thinking about purchasing a home feel free to contact us with any questions you have – we can talk you through the process and provide you with valuable information about the areas you’re interested in!

River Creek Community Review

Established in 1998, the planned gated community of River Creek in Loudoun County, Virginia is located just east of Leesburg at the confluence of the Potomac River and Goose Creek, the source for its name, and an area of much historical significance. Just 30 miles west of Washington, D.C., the 600-acre planned community River Creek was the first gated, privately owned country club community in the metropolitan area. With a championship Ault-Clark 18-hole golf course bordering spectacular views of the Potomac River, River Creek residents of all ages enjoy both beauty and quality of life.

The 1,132 homes of River Creek are now built out, sold, and occupied.  The original developer, Marc Montgomery, lives in River Creek and is actively involved with the community.  River Creek was designed to have 20 neighborhoods, each with its distinctive flavor. A little less than half of River Creek residences are stand alone single-family units; the majority are slightly attached town houses and patio homes.

Amenities

• Championship golf course
• 30,000 square-foot clubhouse
  • Features private gourmet dining, meeting facilities, forums for family and social events, a golf shop, and a bar and grille for outdoor casual dining with breathtaking views of the Potomac River and Reflection Lake.
• Tennis courts
• Fitness and cardio center
• Three swimming poolsa large family pool
  • lap/exercise pool
  • toddler pool.
• Three tot-lot

Statistics

Below is a graph representing Income by Household for the Leesburg area. For even more information visit our website or contact us – our Realtors have extensive knowledge about the area!

Stone Ridge Community Review

Stone Ridge is a close-knit community with 2,300 homes nestled in the countryside of Loudoun County.  As the community continues to grow to 3,300 homes, Stone Ridge maintains the small-town feel with the big city just down the road! This picturesque community has won many national and regional landscaping awards for well-manicured streets and common areas on 1000 acres.  Stone Ridge is just minutes from Chantilly and Rt. 66, or the Dulles Corridor. The new Silver Line Metro is scheduled for construction along the Greenway, and a Commuter Lot is currently operating in Stone Ridge. So it’s conveniently located & close to everything.

Stone Ridge Layout

Amenities

• Over 5 miles of trails
• Three swimming pools
  • Clubhouse Pool – more social, where you can relax and read a book
  • Greenstone Pool – Olympic sized pool, aquatic playground, and toddler pool
  • Stone Carver Pool – salt water pool with tanning ledges
• another pool and tennis court to be opening in 2014
• Tot lots throughout the community
• Basketball court and hoops
• Byrne Ridge County Park in the center of the community!
• The amphitheater – a great stage for concerts, plays and events!
• The Farmer’s Market at the Gum Spring office Building every Saturday!
• A yearly community yard sale
• Aquatic Playground and outdoor movies
• Annual Steak & Crab Festival and Wine Tasting
• Event Lawn for Easter Egg Hunts and PetFest…and so much more!

Stone Ridge Statistics

Below are the general statistics for the Stone Ridge area. For further information on schools, shopping, weather, and crime statistics visit our website, or contact us. We love discussing the beautiful Stone Ridge area and whether it would be a great fit for you or not!

Ashburn Village Review

Ashburn Village, one of the largest communities in Northern Virginia, offers 5081 residential units comprised of single family homes, town homes, condominiums, age-restricted condominiums and town homes, and apartments. Opened in 1988, construction in Ashburn Village is almost complete with just one section of residential development currently under construction and two parcels for commercial / retail construction. When fully built the community will have approximately 2.5 million square feet of planned commercial and office space. Presently a 200,000 square foot retail space, known as the Ashburn Village Center, provides for shopping and services within minutes of all residents.

Located approximately 33 miles west of Washington, DC. and only minutes from Dulles International Airport, the community features many resident amenities.

• Community Centers
• Outdoor pools
  • Lakes Pool – Olympic sized pool, and baby pool
  • Mills Pool – affectionately nicknamed by the younger residents as the “bucket pool” for its many amenities that cater to our young water lovers`
• Tennis Courts
• Basketball Courts
• Multipurpose Courts
• Meeting Rooms
• 8 tot lots
• Miles of jogging and bike trails
• Baseball & soccer fields
• A fit trail
• 500 acres of open outdoor space
• 8 lakes and ponds for fishing & canoeing

View of Ashburn fireworks from the sky

The Association hosts many exciting community events such as a brilliant display of fireworks on Lake Ashburn in the month of July, VillageFest, H.E.L.P. Wellness Expo, Comedy Night, Fiesta 5K/10K & Fun Run, Kids Triathlon, Halloween Spooktacular, Santa Parade, Shred events, Community Yard Sales, Summer Movie Nights by the Lake and more.

The Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion is the hallmark of the Ashburn Village Community and the home of the Blue Wave Swim Team And AquaJets.  The facility offers a vast array of programming, services and amenities that include a Seasonal Outdoor Pool and Marina, Indoor Pool, Steam and Sauna rooms, Cycle and Group Fitness Studios, Free Weights and Selectorized Strength Training Equipment, TRX, Cardio Equipment, Racquetball Courts, Full Gymnasium, Multipurpose room as well as  year round Tennis Courts.  The Pavilion’s programs and events are geared to meet the needs of members and non-members of all ages that

Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion

include Swim and Tennis Lessons, a large selection of Group Fitness Classes, Specialty programming for Teens, Active Adults and Seniors, State licensed After-School Care, Summer Camp and much more.