Northern Viginia Real Estate Blog by Donny and Meredith Samson

Pumpkin Patches in Fairfax County, Virginia

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:13:54 -0500

It's that time of the year again! If you are looking for the perfect pumpkin then check out some of these Pumpkin Farms in Fairfax County....

Burke Nursery and Garden Centre
9401 Burke Road, Burke, VA
Phone: 703-323-1188
Fairfax County, Virginia

Cox Farms
15621 Braddock Road, Centreville, VA 20120
Phone: 703-830-4121
Fairfax County, Virginia

Cox Farm Market
2599 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna, Virginia
Phone: 703-281-0165
Fairfax County, Virginia

Heather Hill Gardens
8111 Ox Road, Fairfax Station, VA
Phone: 703-690-6060
Fairfax County, Virginia

Krop's Crops
11110 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls, VA
Phone: 703-430-8955
Fairfax County, Virginia

Meadows Farms
10618 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA
Phone: 703-759-3900
Fairfax County, Virginia

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Fall for Fairfax Kidsfest - 2009 - Family Fun

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:05:09 -0500

Looking for some family fun this weekend then be sure to check out the Fall For Fairfax KidsFest. Saturday, October 3, 2009 from 9:00am - 6:00pm Free Admission!!

Enjoy the best that fall has to offer at the 17^thannual FALL FOR FAIRFAX KIDSFEST, being held at the Fairfax County Government Center! Fall For Fairfax is FREE to attend; all entertainment and most programs are also free of charge. Some activities have a minimal fee to participants, however Fall for Fairfax keeps all activities affordable for event visitors!

Festival Attractions Include:

The Inova Arcade of Health Interactive health-related activities that are both fun and educational!	Ellipse and Forum Stages Two entertainment stages, featuring music and dance of Fairfax's diverse community.	Exhibit Areas Featuring more than 100 local businesses and organizations.

Pony Rides* Ride a pony around an open ring. Ponies led by experienced staff. FEE - $5	Festival Foods Fantastic dining at the festival's Food Court!	Kids Crafts* Pumpkin decorating ($3) and much more.
Model Trains View the model train exhibit presented by the National Capitol Trackers	Scarecrow Making* Make your own scarecrow to take home! FEE - $5	Kids Climbing Wall* If you dare, scale the 26' climbing wall. FEE - $5
Hayrides Free hayrides around the festival site.	Farmer's Market Browse and purchase fresh produce from the Fall for Fairfax Farmer's Market.	Recycling Roadshow Free fluorescent light bulb recycling and document shredding!
Mad Science A hands-on science experience that entertains and educates.	County Showcase Fairfax county services showcase will occur on the North Wing inside the building.	Non-profit Expo Learn about our local non-profit agencies and what they offer the community.

* Indicates a fee charged for activity

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Northern Virginia Real Estate - Real Estate Trends - Aug 2009

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:40:44 -0500

According to the MRIS below are the Real Estate Trends for Fairfax County in the Month of August 2009...

	2009	2008	% Change
Total Sold Dollar Volume:	$ 622,881,846	$ 618,864,421	0.65 %
Average Sold Price:	$ 449,086	$ 456,727	- 1.67 %
Median Sold Price:	$ 381,500	$ 375,000	1.73 %
Total Units Sold:	1,387	1,355	2.36 %
Average Days on Market:	61	89	- 31.46 %
Average List Price for Solds:	$ 474,161	$ 494,555	- 4.12 %
Avg Sale Price as a percentage of Avg List Price:	94.71 %	92.35 %

Total Number of NEW listings

taken for the month:	1645
Total Number of Properties

marked Contract for the month:	675
Total Number of Properties
marked Contingent for the month:	924
Total Number of NEW pendings
(CONTRACTS + CONTINGENTS):	1599

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Northern Virginia Real Estate - Featured Listings - Sept 30th

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:31:09 -0500

Featured Northern Virginia Homes for Sale - Real Estate Market Update on My Listings - Sept 30th

UNDER CONTRACT	2971 Borge Street Townhouse 3 bedrooms 2 full/2 partial baths 2,268 sqft	$384,999 Oakton, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	41898 Cinnabar Square Townhouse 3 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 2,121 sqft	$339,000 Stone Ridge, VA
JUST SOLD	29 Berkeley Court Townhouse 4 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 1,922 sqft	$272,000 Sterling, VA
	1765 Whisperhill Drive Townhouse 2 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 0 sqft	$314,900 Reston, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	25421 Lemon Tree Pl Single Family House 4 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 4,362 sqft	$675,000 South Riding, VA
	10324 Beach Mill Rd Single Family House 5 bedrooms 2 full/2 partial baths 6,024 sqft	$999,000 Great Falls, VA

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Sterling VA Real Estate - Just Sold - Berkeley Court

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:24:11 -0500

SOLD! 29 Berkeley Court in Sterling, Virginia was Under Contract in One Week!

CHARMING 4BR/2.5BA TOWNHOUSE. HARDWOOD T-OUT MAIN LEVEL. EAT IN KIT W/NEW REFRIG, STOVE. OPEN TO DINING ROOM. LARGE DECK BACKS TO WOODS. FULLY FINISHED LL WALKS OUT TO PATIO/FENCED YARD. NEW AC,HOT WATER,FURNACE. $2000 BUYER CREDIT FOR UL CARPETS. GREAT STERLING LOCATION! THIS HOME IS A MUST SEE!

29 Berkeley Court
Townhouse
4 bedrooms
2 full/1 partial baths
1,922 sqft

$272,000
Sterling, VA

If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894.

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Centreville Day 2009 - Saturday September 26th

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:39:09 -0500

Want some family fun this weekend? This Saturday, September 26th is Centreville Day. This annual community celebration is for all ages. Starting with a parade the day is filled with fun for all ages. There will be rides, food, games and entertainment including a performance by the #1 Dance School in Virginia Creative Dance Center.

Go to the official website http://www.centrevilleva.org/index.cfm?action=c10&id=1830 for more information.

Proceeds of the day go to the Centreville Community Foundation. According to the website "The Centreville Community Foundation uses the proceeds from Centreville Day to fund scholarships for local high school students with outstanding records of community service and to support non-profit organizations that serve the greater Centreville area to support our youth, arts, historic preservation, our environment, cultural diversity, and economic prosperity. In short, supporting Centreville Day helps to make Centreville a better place to live, work and play."

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Reston VA Home For Sale - New Price

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:31:34 -0500

New Price! Reston Virginia TH!

New Price! $314,900. 1765 Whisperhill Drive in Reston, Virginia. This Pristine 3 Level Tom, 2BR/2.5BA TH. Great North Point Location. Over 1000 sq ft of living space. Large Kitchen w/pass through. Living Room w/wood FP. Custom Deck & Patio backs to common area & woods. MBR suite w/walk-in closets, oversized windows & MBA. CLose to Reston Town Center, Future Metro, FFX CO PKWY & Toll Road.

1765 Whisperhill Drive
Townhouse
2 bedrooms
2 full/1 partial baths
0 sqft

$314,900
Reston, VA

If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894.

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Stone Ridge VA Real Estate - Under Contract - Short Sale

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:28:31 -0500

41898 Cinnabar Square in Stone Ridge, VA is Under Contract in one week!

IMMACULATE 3BR/3.5BA, 2 CAR GARAGE TH. ASHBY MODEL. HDWD FLOOR T-OUT MAIN LEVEL. GOURMET KIT W/GRANITE COUNTERS & BACKSPLASH, WALL OVEN, ISLAND/BREAKFAST BAR. 9′ CEILINGS. CERAMIC TILE IN ALL BATHS. LL REC ROOM W/GAS FP, W/O TO FENCED YARD. BEDROOM LEVEL LAUNDRY. ALARM SYSTEM. GREAT STONE RIDGE AMMENITIES.

If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894.

41898 Cinnabar Square
Townhouse
3 bedrooms
3 full/1 partial baths
2,121 sqft

$339,000
Stone Ridge, VA

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Sterling Virginia Real Estate - Under Contract in 1 Week

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:26:26 -0500

29 Berkeley Court in Sterling, Virginia is Under Contract in One Week!

29 Berkeley Court
Townhouse
4 bedrooms
2 full/1 partial baths
1,922 sqft

$272,000
Sterling, VA

If you are interested in looking for a new home please contact me or call me at 703-864-4894.

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Oakton Virginia Real Estate - Under Contract in 6 Days

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:23:02 -0500

2971 Borge Street in Oakton Virginia is UNDER CONTRCT in 6 days!

IMMACULATE 3BR/2.55BA INTERIOR TH. CHERRYWOOD SQ. OVER 2000 SQ FT OF LIVING SPACE. UPGRADES INCLUDE NEW FLOORING, NEW LIGHTING, NEW PAINT. BRAND NEW KITCHEN. LARGE LL WALKS OUT TO FENCED YARD. DECK BACKS TO COMMON AREA. ROOF & DECK UPGRADED W/IN LAST 2 YEARS. GREAT OAKTON LOCATION CLOSE TO METRO,SHOPS& MORE. OAKTON HS DISTRICT.

2971 Borge Street
Townhouse
3 bedrooms
2 full/2 partial baths
2,268 sqft

$384,999
Oakton, VA

Please do not hesitate to Contact Me if you are plannibg on buying or selling your home.

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Fairfax VA Homes Sold - Greenbriar

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:21:01 -0500

I've just sold a Single-family property at 13116 Pennypacker Lane in Fairfax.

Come and visit my site to see other properties in that area. If you are interested in looking for or selling your home, please Contact Me.

IMMACULATE 4BR/2BA SFH IN GREENBRIAR. BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED BACKYARD WITH GAZEBO, STORAGE SHED, FISH POND AND PATIO. LARGE KITCHEN W/BREAKFAST AREA. MUD/LAUNDRY ROOM. MAIN LEVEL MASTER BEDROOM. PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP SHOWS. GREAT GREENBRIAR LOCATION. CLOSE TO SCHOOLS, SHOPPING, RESTAURANTS. MINUTES FROM I66, FFX CO PKWY & RT50.

SOLD

13116 Pennypacker Lane
Single Family House
4 bedrooms
2 full/0 partial baths
1,512 sqft

$399,999
Fairfax, VA

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Featured Chantilly Virginia Real Estate - Sept 22nd - Market Activity

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 08:18:11 -0500

Featured Chantilly Virginia Real Estate - Donny and Meredith Samson

I have 5 properties currently under contract and 1 property that just sold. For more information on the state of the real estate market in northern virginia please email me at donnysamson@hotmail.com or call me direct at 703-864-4894

UNDER CONTRACT	2971 Borge Street Townhouse 3 bedrooms 2 full/2 partial baths 2,268 sqft	$384,999 Oakton, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	41898 Cinnabar Square Townhouse 3 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 2,121 sqft	$339,000 Stone Ridge, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	29 Berkeley Court Townhouse 4 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 1,922 sqft	$272,000 Sterling, VA
SOLD	13116 Pennypacker Lane Single Family House 4 bedrooms 2 full/0 partial baths 1,512 sqft	$399,999 Fairfax, VA
	1765 Whisperhill Drive Townhouse 2 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 0 sqft	$314,900 Reston, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	1917 Crescent Park Drive Townhouse 2 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 1,076 sqft	$399,000 Reston, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	25421 Lemon Tree Pl Single Family House 4 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 4,362 sqft	$675,000 South Riding, VA
	10324 Beach Mill Rd Single Family House 5 bedrooms 2 full/2 partial baths 6,024 sqft	$999,000 Great Falls, VA
	6535 Rockland Drive Single Family House 5 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 3,416 sqft	$569,000 Clifton, VA

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Oakton Virginia Real Estate - JUST LISTED

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:58:13 -0500

Check out this new Town-Home property that I just posted on my Web site. It is at 2971 Borge Street in Oakton.

2971 Borge Street
Townhouse
3 bedrooms
2 full/2 partial baths
2,268 sqft

$384,999
Oakton, VA

Please do not hesitate to Contact Me if you have any questions or wish to schedule a private showing.

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Northern Virginia Homes for Sale - Featured Listings - Sept 10th

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:56:23 -0500

Featured Homes in Northern Virginia - Sept 10th

New this week: 2971 Borge Street in Oakton Virginia. This immaculate TH has many recent upgrades and is priced to sell! Don't Miss it!

JUST LISTED	2971 Borge Street Townhouse 3 bedrooms 2 full/2 partial baths 2,268 sqft	$384,999 Oakton, VA
UNDER CONTRACT IN 1 WEEK	41898 Cinnabar Square Townhouse 3 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 2,121 sqft	$339,000 Stone Ridge, VA
UNDER CONTRACT IN 1 WEEK	29 Berkeley Court Townhouse 4 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 1,922 sqft	$272,000 Sterling, VA
UNDER CONTRACT IN 1 WEEK	13116 Pennypacker Lane Single Family House 4 bedrooms 2 full/0 partial baths 1,512 sqft	$399,999 Fairfax, VA
	1765 Whisperhill Drive Townhouse 2 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 0 sqft	$314,900 Reston, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	1917 Crescent Park Drive Townhouse 2 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 1,076 sqft	$399,000 Reston, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	25421 Lemon Tree Pl Single Family House 4 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 4,362 sqft	$675,000 South Riding, VA
	10324 Beach Mill Rd. Single Family House 5 bedrooms 2 full/2 partial baths 6,024 sqft	$999,000 Great Falls, VA
	6535 Rockland Drive Single Family House 5 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 3,416 sqft	$569,000 Clifton, VA

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

100,000 Points - Donny and Meredith Samson - Northern Virginia Realtors

Donny and Meredith Samson (Samson Properties) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:01:39 -0500

I didn't think I'd see the day when I hit 100,000! Just thought I make it special with a special blog post.

Thanks!

Donny and Meredith Samson
Samson Properties Associate Broker NVAR Top Producer Direct 703-864-4894 4 1/2% Full Service Listings Cash Back to my homebuyers http://www.dmsamson.com/

Featured South Riding Virginia Homes for Sale - Northern Virginia - Donny and Meredith Samson

COMING SOON	41898 Cinnabar Square Townhouse 3 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 2,121 sqft	$339,000 Stone Ridge, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	29 Berkeley Court Townhouse 4 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 1,922 sqft	$272,000 Sterling, VA
UNDER CONTRACT	13116 Pennypacker Lane Single Family House 4 bedrooms 2 full/0 partial baths 1,512 sqft	$399,999 Fairfax, VA
	1765 Whisperhill Drive Townhouse 2 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 0 sqft	$319,000 Reston, VA
	1917 Crescent Park Drive Townhouse 2 bedrooms 2 full/1 partial baths 1,076 sqft	$399,000 Reston, VA
	25421 Lemon Tree Pl Single Family House 4 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 4,362 sqft	$675,000 South Riding, VA
	10324 Beach Mill Rd. Single Family House 5 bedrooms 2 full/2 partial baths 6,024 sqft	$999,000 Great Falls, VA
	6535 Rockland Drive Single Family House 5 bedrooms 3 full/1 partial baths 3,416 sqft