The Process of Buying a Home

The Process of Buying a Home in Northern Virginia and Working with a Realtor

Searching for a home is fun. Buying a home is a little more involved. Making the smart move of choosing a Realtor® to guide you is one of the first steps toward finding the right home and making an informed decision. A Realtor will make sure your best interests are considered every step of the way.

How much house will $500,000 buy in Northern Virginia?

I have created this infographic to help you understand the home buying process. Once you find the right home, the process doesn't end there — you are just getting started with the steps leading to a successful closing day.

How Much House Will $500,000 Buy in Northern Virginia?

Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia is next door to our nation's capital, yet it has a character of it's own. With a geography that ranges from world-class technology centers to historic cities and towns—urban corridors to rural countryside—Northern Virginia offers unparalleled options for jobs, education, recreation and culture. Therefore, it is a great place to live!

So, what kind of home will $500,000 buy in Northern Virginia and what are the features? For comparison, I chose five towns and randomly picked five nice single-family, detached homes from each town in this price range that are currently on the market (as of 9/10/2013).

You will see there are many similarities in these homes, however if you are searching in this region, you will find that the differences appear in square footage, acreage and distance to Washington, DC, so it all depends on what your priorities are. All of these cities and towns boast great school systems, amenities and have seen positive trends in the real estate market.

Great End Unit Townhouse For Sale Under $230,000 - 16998 Point Pleasant Lane, Dumfries, VA 22026

Here is a great chance to own an end unit, three bedroom, three finished level townhouse for under $230,000 in a great neighborhood with lots of amenities. This home is conveniently located right next to I-95, minutes to the VRE and just 31 miles to Washington DC. And, it's just a short stroll to the swim and racket center. 

16998 Point Pleasant Lane, Dumfries, VA 22026 - $229,900