Lake Ridge VA Real Estate News

 Just Listed by Erick and Company of Exit 1st Choice Realty- Custom Built Home On 5 Acres

This stunning custom home boasts a brick front, side load garage, three finished levels, a screened gazebo,deck across the rear of the home as well as hard scape walkways and a Koi pond. The home may have a Manassas address however it is located between Manassas and Woodbridge just off the Prince William Parkway. Not quite as far as Liberia Avenue. So this home is a good fit for anyone who travels to  the Dulles Cooridor or the into Washington DC for work dailiy.

Children go to: Osbourne Park High School, Parkside Middle School and Signal Hill Elementary School

"This is the home and lot you have been waiting for.If you take a drive to this home, you will fall in love!"

Here is a quick glimpse of what you can expect to find inside...

From the moment you walk up to the front door you'll feel as if you have found a true treasure. And you have! Very few people get to own a Mike Garcia custom built home, however this is your chance. Mike Garcia has won many awards for his outstanding quality and workmanship. His designs have won seven Finest For Family Living Awards.

Wait until step into the massive foyer! This is a true center hall colonial with a dining room on one side of foyer and living room on the other. Look up and you will see a bridge that floats between foyer and family room on the rear of the home. The stone fireplace will draw you inside. There is a main level den on your left, half bath and to the right is the expansive breakfast room and kitchen. Head out to the deck or to the laundry room and garage area. The floor-plan is wonderful. Upstairs you will find four large bedrooms and the master will not disappoint you in the least. Head down to the basement and you will find a rec room, den, full bath and french doors that lead out to the rear yard. Stroll out to the Koi pond or relax in the screened gazebo or head on up to the shed to grab your gardening tools. This home is in immaculate condition.

For more information about this home click here or to make an appointment to see this home

call me 703-851-3085 or contact me by email 

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's

When relocating to the Northern Virginia area, many people say they want to be close to DC.  That can be for commuting reasons and/or for social reasons. However it doesn't take long to figure out if you are looking for a home with a little land your going to have to head South or West of the beltway around Washington DC to get it.

Over the years we have always made a practice to sit down with relocating buyers and show them the big map on the wall in our office to help them get a feel for where they are, and where thier $ will buy them the most house. It has always been critical before you start looking at homes to get pre-apprpoved by a loan office or bank representative to find out what your buying power is. After that you would typically meet with myself of Erick Blackwelder my partner and team leader.This appointment is called the initial interview.

"Initial meetings really help us learn about you and you learn about us and what we know.  If you can devote a little time with us, then I promise you that you will not be waisting your time, in fact this type of meeting with a Realtor can actually save you time and money." Share with us the lifestyle you have in mind, paint the picture of the scenerio for your family. Before we're done, we will sit down with you on the Realtors MLS computer and input exactly what you are looking for. First we start with your preferred commuting distance, and if we do not find anything suitable, then it's time to re-evaluate. We talk about your options.

a) wait for a home to come on the market in your target area

b) expand your boundaries for a commute time

c) check with your lender to see if you have any room to increase your target price point

By going through this exercise on the commputer you quickly begin to see what is possible and what is not. One thing I know for sure is you will come away from that meeting with a great understanding of our market and how you've chosen the right real estate agents to help you. We know the Prince William County Virginia area very well. We all live and work here.

Today, Erick is highlighting two acreage communities off the Prince William Parkway located between Manassas and Woodbridge Virginia. Hunter's Ridge and Heron Bend.

Both neighborhoods are located in what we locals refer to as Middle County. This is the area between Hoadly Rd and Liberia avenue on the Prince William Parkway. Community to the Dulles Area is one turn on Liberia and one turn onto Rt 28 starting out to Dulles. Or to the Pentagon/DC area take the Prince William Parkway to I-95 and head on up to Ft. Belvior, the Pentagon, Ft. Meyers and The District of Columbia.

Watch as Erick Blackwelder takes you on a driving tour or Hunters Ridge just off the Prince William Parkway 

And now Erick Blackwelder takes you on a short tour of the Heron Bend neighborhood.

There are so many more acreage communities nearby such as Bear Creek, Deer Valley, River Falls On the Occoquan,Cannon Bluff, Cannon Bluff Estates, Woodmont, Running Creek,The Cloisters,Hampton Grove,Fox Mill,Malvern Chase,and Springvale Estates and occasionally Westridge and Meadowbrook Woods will have an acreage home come on the market. Tell us what your looking for an we will help you find it!

 Do you need an experienced Buyer Agent to help you? Just call 703-590-2252 or contact me by email 

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's

Have you ever dreamed of owning a waterfront home? Well the Prince William County Virginia area offers  several very nice options. Occoquan Virginia being one area and Belmont Bay  is also a beautiful community offering condo living, townhome living as well as single family homes. Take a look as my partner Erick Blackwelder of Erick and Company takes a Sunday drive. Sunday's is typically his day off and you can see that in real estate, Realtors are almost always doing something real estate related.

• Take a look at what's avaialble right now in the Woodbridge Virginia area Waterfront Homes
• Take a look at all the Luxury High End Waterfront Living opportunities in Virginia ACTIVE FOR SALE
• Are you looking for a particular style home or lot? Please let us know and we will alert you when it becomes available. Just share with us what you are looking for CLICK HERE

Our entire real estate team at Erick and Company has been assisting buyers and sellers in the Prince William County Virginia are for decades, we know the area and the market well. Don't hesitate to give us a call if you have questions. 

                                       Call me 703-851-3085 or contact me by email 

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's. When relocating to the Prince William County Virginia are rest assured you will be treated like family. Erick and Company has been serving buyers and sellers for decades.

I knew the caller could tell I had a smile on my face and a chuckle in my voice. I shared with the caller, I wish I had a  Chrystal Ball to be able to tell you what is going to happen, but I don't. What I can share with you, is what has happened to past clients that all of us at Erick and Company have assisted over the past two years when buying a home in the Eastern Prince William County Virginia area. 

The caller said; " I'm sure that the houses are worth about the same as when they purchased."

I said, wrong! Let me share with you just a few that come to the top of mind.

Example #1: Pulte Townhome located in the heart of Lake Ridge Virginia.

First Time Buyer Buys A Foreclosure Home.

Back in September 2008, a  first time buyers was looking for a starter townhome in Lake Ridge, Virginia.  The one that really caught their eye was located within walking distance to shopping,schools, the pool and  fantasy play ground.

This was a Fannie Mae Foreclosure home purchased for $159,900.  Homes like this if in good condition and updated today sell for $170,000 up to $190,000 Link to comps

Purchased for $159,900 current market value $190,000 =$30,100 Gross Equity

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Example #2. Thousand Oaks Townhome in Lake Ridge Virginia 

We assisted a military veteran who wanted to buy using his VA Eligibility. The best home for him in his price range at the time was a dreaded  short sale home priced at $171,500. We contracted in December 2008. It was a Countrywide Short Sale and the process was a painful one. Long and drawn out. However he finally settled in June 2009. Even though it was a grueling way to buy his first home. I am happy to inform him that it was worth every painful moment. Homes like this end unit sell for anywhere from $199,000 to $215,000. Take a look click here

 Purchased: $171,500 -Current Value $210,000= $38,500 Gross Equity

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Example #3. Renters bypass townhome ownership, and jump into single family ownership.

This was a single family home we helped a purchaser buy in Meadowbrook Woods.  They were renting a townhome in the Westridge Subdivision of Lake Ridge and were ready to jump into home ownership. The home they liked needed a little TLC and some updating. Other that that, it was a quality built NV Home with a great floorplan in a quiet neighborhood located between Woodbridge and Manassas. The best news is they purchased the home with their VA Eligibility. They secured a fixed rate VA Zero Down Loan to buy and the seller paid most of their closing costs. The result are outstanding!

Purchased for $449,000 in June 2009, currently homes with similar floor-plans in the community are selling on average for $525,000 and higher!

That is an $76,000 Gain In One Year...Take a look at the comps

The caller was jazzed and said. I need to get pre-approved for a home loan can you help me? That I did and they will soon be ready to begin their search for the perfect place to call home. 

What are you waiting for? 

Interest Rates are historically low, and homes prices are still being offered at deep discounts. Many new home builders are offering incentives and sellers are offering to pay your closing costs. Erick and Company has Erick, Luis and myself who are standing by ready to assist you to help you find your dream home.

               Share with us what you are looking for. Feel free to call me 703-851-3085 or contact me by email 

Did you know you can sign up to receive MLS listings daily? Never miss your dream home. Start Here

Do you have a home to sell before you can buy your move-up home. No problem, we can help Click Here For More Information

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's

Are you looking for a luxury townhome in the Woodbridge Virginia area? Well, there are so many wonderful homes opportunities waiting to be snapped up by you if you know where to look! Luxury Townhomes in the Woodbridge, Lake Ridge, Montclair and the Dumfries Virginia area can be priced anywhere from $225,000 on up to $300,000 depending on what you are looking for.

The first thing to consider when buying a townhome is what features do you want? What's important to you?

Ask yourself:

• Do you want to live in a sub-division with a pool and tennis courts or not? Some communities in the area's where we have luxury townhomes do not have amenities. So keep that in mind.
• Do you want a luxury bath with a soaking tub and seperate shower? If so, there is no use looking at townhomes that do not have those features. As a Realtor who worked new home sales for years in this area, you can trust that I  know which townhomes and builders offered those features when the homes were built. How would you like to save you a lot of time and frustration!
• Do you want a townhome with volume ceilings?How about features such as see through fireplaces, paladin windows and step-down levels? New Home Builders offer amazing designs?
• Will you consider an older townhome versus a newer townhome?
• Are you willing to give up luxury for a closer commute?
• Will you only consider a townhome with a water view, or a wooded view?
• How about a Garage or someplace where their is extra parking?
• Are you willing to wait for a New Home to be built?
• Are you willing to wait for a seller to get Short Sale Approval?
• Or are you ready to buy right now.  If so then you need a healthy sale or what we call a regular owner sale.

No matter what you want and need, one thing for sure is, Luxury Townhomes are all over the Eastern Prince William County Virginia area. Communities such as Westridge, Lake Ridge, Reed's Prospect, County Center, Ridgefield, Port Potomac, Eagles Pointe, Riverside Station,River Oaks, Markhams Grant, Forest Park and Wayside Village all have what you are looking for.

You can sign up to receive alerts every time a Luxury Townhome comes on the market. This is not just a generic alert from a huge mega company somewhere, this is a personalize alert service that Erick and Company offers home buyers. Why do we do this, because we know you time is as valuable as is ours, we customize each persons alert to meet your individual needs.Yes, we will do that for you. Imagine no longer having to sift through hundreds of homes that do not meet your needs, wants and desires. What will you do with all your Free Time?

 Are you ready to get started? Just enter you personal preferences on this form to start receiving you personalized alert.

Check out some of the ACTIVE LUXURY Townhomes Available This Week

 Just want to talk on the phone? Call me 703-851-3085 or contact me by email

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's

Recently, I had a client say their dream was to find a waterfront home here in Prince William County Virginia. Well, you don't have to ask me twice to go look at waterfront homes. I love them. Someday, I hope to own a sweet little home on a lake somewhere. A place where we can relax and enjoy the beauty of each day and the ever changing view out the breakfast room windows. I feel that day will be sooner than later. I'm ready!! I can't wait.

The first thing I always ask is; what type of waterfront are you looking for? A pond, a lake, or the river? Here in Prince William County Virginia and particularly in Woodbridge Virginia we have several options. Some purchaser's want to be able to sink their boat right behind the house an go, others just want the view out the back window of a pond or fountain where they can hear the sound of water when they sleep.  We have them all.

The photo below was taken at home I showed just the other day here in Woodbridge Virginia area priced under $600,000! The entire rear of the home faces a private little lake just outside of the Lake Ridge Virginia borders.

We have sold homes on  golf course lots, and some the face ponds and then we have a few place where folks who wanted to fish and have a jet ski, found their perfect little get-a-away home.

For those of you who prefer the deep water of the Potomac, there are several places to live. Belmont Bay, Featherstone Shores, Occouquan, Graham Park Shores and a few places in Triangle. If you are willing to travel to Stafford, there are several communities that saddle up to the river. Aquia Harbour being one of them. In eastern Fairfax County one of the best kept secrets in Hallowing Pointe and Gunston Manor. If you would like to see any of these area homes, call Erick and Company. Erick Blackwelder works as a Buyers Agent.

There are several older communities throughout Woodbridge that border the Potomac River and Potomac Bay. If this is the type of lifestyle you are looking for, these homes do sell fast. It is best to to get set up on an alert so that you do not miss your dream home. You can do that by letting us know what you are looking for CLICK HERE to submit. 

 Erick Blackwelder my partner loves selling waterfront homes in Woodbridge Virignia.

Here are some related posts he has written about waterfront living in Eastern Prince William County Virginia.

• Woodbridge Waterfront Homes and Estates
• Belmont Bay A Great Place For Boaters
• Cool Video On Why Some Boaters Choose Woodbridge VA To Call Home
• Did you know we have six boating marina'sin Woodbridge VA?

 Are you ready to view waterfront homes available right now?

Well get ready to be impressed CLICK HERE TO VIEW 

 Don't hesitate to call us at 703-590-2252 or just simply click here to email us your questions.

Do you need help selling your home? Call me 703-851-3085 or contact me by email

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's

Over the holiday weekend I took several calls from home buyers searching online for homes. The down time gave them a little extra time to search.  I can still hear the frustration of the one caller who the entire process was  tedious at best and as soon as they find something they liked, when the called it was already Under Contract. I totally understood.

"Don't you just hate when that happens?  Just when you can see yourself in a home, and you are all excitied about the possibilities, you call the number your told, I'm sorry that home is already sold. But we have others!"

Go ahead say it.......

I shared with the caller that   Erick and Company works a little differently.  First off we strive to publish lists weekly to help hone buyers find the homes exactly the type of home they are looking for without having to sift through hundreds before  you find what you want. The second was is we also have a system where if you tell us what you are looking for we can customize a search for your exact needs!   Why do we do that?

• We Understand Your Time Is Valuable
• We respect that you know what you want and do not want to be SOLD!
• We empower you to tell us what you are looking for and then we set up a customized search. This way you only look at home that match your needs, wants and desires. Only when a home matches your search criteria, will our system alert you! It's easy, just fill out this form to get started

Let me show you what our Erick and Company main webpage looks like:

The first thing you are going to see are lists of homes. Each week Erick and Companyspends hours sifting through the MLS Database for updates, changes in list prices, looking for homes that fell out of contract and new listing opportunities so that you don't have to.We know the Woodbridge, Lake Ridge, Manassas, Ft, Belvior and Quantico Area's very well.We have been working in real estate for decades here in Prince William County Virgina area. That is a huge benefit to you the consumer.

So, share with us what you are looking for we will set you up on an automatic notification system that will alert you to any home that comes on the market that matches you needs,wants and desires.

Never miss the opportunity to get your dream home!

No matter whether it is a main level master bedroom home, a home with a water view, or new home...you name it we can find it!

 What kind of home are you looking for? Front Porch? Finished Basement? A Home With Sunroom?

To access this weeks FREE lists  just visit Erick and Company.com.

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's. 

"In my opinion older homes that have been loved and updated that have established landscapes that have stood the test of time are always more appealing than a new build."

Our newest listing is no exception. Located in the subdivision of Westridge.

 12281 Tilney Ct, Woodbridge Virginia, 22192 Offered at $629,900.

Is this the home you've been dreaming about? Brick Front, Side Load Garage with a Sun-room Extension. Well let me share with you five years ago this house would have been priced at $890,000 or more. This owner will be the first to tell you " they  could kick themselves for not lowering the price back them, over the years they have tried to sell, however for the past two years there was no money available for buyers on homes priced above $500,000. Well that has all changed and now VA Buyers can purchase a home like this with a Zero Down Home Loan! So if you have your VA Eligibility and you are ready for a move-up purchase...this may be your new home!

From the moment you step foot in the door and see the gleaming hardwood floors, the open foyer, the library, and the sun-room off the living room, you start to realize...WOW! The rest of the house will delight and surprise you at every turn. This stunning home is located within the Westridge Sudivision. Westridge is  close to everything that the Lake Ridge Virginia community has to offer. There is also a community pool, Swim Team, Tennis Courts and Five Miles of Jogging Trails! And even more appealing, just  is a few blocks away is the Westridge Elementary School!

Now, let's talk features.This home boasts over 4800 finished square feet, and is upgraded throughout. You will not be disappointed. There is a main level library, formal living room and dining room, stunning sun-room, gourmet family style kitchen with granite counters adjacent to the family room. Another nice feature is the rear porch just off the family room and the massive deck overlooking your wooded lot. All of the bathrooms have been stunningly updated in this home. The basement, game room area can handle whatever you have your heart set on. All that finished space would make an awesome man cave!

Not familiar with Westridge Subdivision?Click here to see map and video tour of Westridge.

What are you waiting for contact me today to see this stunning home.

           You Can Reach me direct at 703-851-3085 or  contact me by email . 

Contact Peggy James or Erick Blackwelder  of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty,14029 Crossing Place,  Woodbridge VA. 22192. Realtors®, call 703-851-3085 (Peggy) or 703-590-2252 (Office) to list your property for sale or to purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Gainesville area's. 

If you are searching for a home in the Prince William County Virginia or surrounding area's you will want to know about this site. In my opinion it is one of the best sites for consumers to find homes.

• what other homes nearby have sold for in the community with one click
• you can see how well it is priced compared to others
• you can see what has been written about that home or property on the Internet with one click
• you can see how it is priced compared to tax assessment -with on click!
• you can see how that listing agent prices homes and what their track record has been when excepting offers ( this is powerful)
• you can see comments from other Buyers Agents who have visited the home ( if available)
• if you have an iPhone there is a cell phone app from FranklyMLS.com ( I use this tool daily)
• you can find a Buyer Agent to help you where you want to buy-one click

Here is a Video Tutorial I did to help you.

Are you ready to try it? CLICK HERE

You can also select Erick and Company as a Favorite to always have access to this site for searching for homes in the Prince William County Virginia area.

Erick Blackwelder our team leader is a top buyer agent in the Prince William County Virginia area,Erick is a . master negotiator So if you need Erick's help just email him now or feel free to ask him questions. Have a question for Peggy contact me now click here

Opportunities Are Everywhere...We Can Help You Find Your Dream Home. 

Erick and Company the family real estate team that works hard for you.

Call the office 703-590-2252

              Or call me direct at 703-851-3085.

Erick Blackwelder or Peggy James of Erick and Company - Exit 1st Choice Realty, Woodbridge VA. Realtors®, call 703-590-2252  list your property for sale or to  purchase a property in Lake Ridge, Westridge, Old Bridge Estates, River Falls, Middle County, Cannon Bluff, Meadowbrook Woods, Blooms Crossing, Manassas Park, Beaver Creek, Hunter's Ridge, Brittany,  Manassas, Montclair, Dumfries, Occoquan, Dale City, Nokesville, or anywhere in Prince William County. 

Are looking for a nice single family home in very good condition, that has three finished levels? Well Erick and Company is proud to announce that we just listed 2930 Medford Drive,in the Southbridge Subdivision. This home is located in the Wayside Village neighborhood. Best of all the community school is less than a mile away!  This home is a perfect fit for those who need to work at Ft. Belvior of Quantico or needs quick access to I-95.

2930 Medford Drive, Dumfries, Virginia 22026

Now For Sale-List Price $349,900

For more information and to veiw more photo CLICK HERE

                            To search the MLS Right Now For Your Home of Choice CLICK HERE

               Do You Need Help? Just Call Us, We Have Agents Ready To Help 703-590-2252

Call or Contact Peggy James- Realtor® - Exit 1st Choice Realty ...                       Contact Peggy Now Visit Our Website: www.erickandcompany.com Erick And Company 14029 Crossing Place, Woodbridge, VA 22192 My Direct #(703) 851-3085 or Office # (703)590-2252 Get directions  Write a review More information »  If you need help selling your home, give us a call.