Does your Homeowner Insurance cover you in a Natural Disaster? With the recent arrivals of Hurricanes Florence and Michael through our area – although a bit east of Charlottesville – it is understandable for local homeowners to wonder if their home insurance policies are up to date in the event we get a direct hit […]
Should You Buy in a Gated Community?
Should You Buy in a Gated Community? We have already looked at the pros and cons of buying a home in a neighborhood that has a Homeowner’s Association. Let’s now look at homes that go one step further – those that are located in a gated community. A gated community is a collection of homes […]
A Tour Around Charlottesville
A tour around our Charlottesville area Afton Afton straddles Albemarle and Nelson counties, and is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 20 miles west of Charlottesville. Its highest elevation is 1,362 feet and one of the most beautiful vistas of the area can be seen at the lookout at the top […]
Home Trends for 2017
Charlottesville Home Trends for 2017 Every year, it’s always interesting to see what designers are looking at in the way of trends for the home. Although everyone has their own personal style, many trends do end up either coming back in style, expanding their reach or quietly going back into the past again, until the […]
All about Keswick
Keswick When you live in Charlottesville, going for a “Sunday” drive in the country takes a matter of minutes. Keswick offers some of the most beautiful views to enjoy as you meander by on Route 22/231, which has often been cited as one of the most scenic roads in America. Film buffs know the 1956 […]
Why buy a Charlottesville Home in the Winter
Why Buy A Charlottesville Home in Fall/Winter? In a place where spring is one of the most beautiful seasons of all, it makes sense that our Charlottesville real estate market is also incredibly busy during that time – with homes often selling within hours or days of coming on the market after fielding several contracts […]
Easy Ways to Get Ready for Summer
Here at Solutions, we know summer has truly begun as school is out and house projects start to beckon. Here are a few things to do (both inside and outside your home) to best usher in the summer months and also help you get the most use out of your backyard for entertaining and/or a […]
The Pros & Cons of Owning a Home in a Rural Area
Many people come to the Central Virginia area because of the natural beauty in the form of the Blue Ridge and Southwest Mountains that surround the towns of Charlottesville, Ivy, Crozet, Earlysville, Afton, Earlysville, Free Union and Ruckersville, to name a few. Although you might be familiar with the challenges that living in a more […]
Hidden Gem and Exceptional Value
Sorry, no longer on the market Hidden Gem and Exceptional Value in popular and quiet Baker Butler neighborhood – just 10 minutes north of town.Home is located off Proffit Road, and is a stone’s throw from Rt. 29, Hollymead Town Center, Martha Jefferson Hospital Critical Care, NGIC/DIA & UVA Business Park and the Airport.This 3 BR/3 […]
North Garden Home is a must see
Sorry, This home is no longer available, but we have more – click here 3975 Rock Branch Road Open House, Sun May 19th from 1:30-4:00pm One-level living at an unbeatable price in North Garden – nestled on an acre surrounded by professionally landscaped gardens and offering an idyllic country setting, yet close by to everything that Charlottesville […]
New Listing in Western Albemarle
NEWS FLASH for the Charlottesville area: We have a new listing, located in Murray Elementary School and Western Albemarle High School districts, coming on the market in a few weeks. This property has some of the most outstanding views in Albemarle County, and it’s less than three miles from the Ivy I-64 exit. The home […]
3975 Rock Branch Road in North Garden
Hidden Gem and Exceptional Value in North Garden just 10 minutes south on Rt 29 3975 Rock Branch Road is located off Taylors Gap Road and Rt 29 South, and a stone’s throw from Dr. Ho’s Humble Pie at the Crossroads store, Albemarle CiderWorks (family-run Cidery and Tasting Room) and Pippin Hill Farm & Winery. […]
Grand View from Charlottesville Real Estate Solutions
THIS HOME HAS SOLD Meriwether Lewis School Yes, you can still buy a home with almost five acres in the Meriwether Lewis and Western school districts for under $600K – come and take a look! Delight in the incredible Blue Ridge Mountain views during the drive in on Browns Gap Turnpike by way of White […]
Exceptional value – Western Albemarle schools under $300K!
1415 Beacon Hill – MLS#501141 – $299,000 Come back for another look at this exceptional value – with Western Albemarle schools and under $300K! 1415 Beacon Hill in Signal Hill, a quiet subdivision with nicely-sized houses that are spaced apart for privacy and have well-kept landscaped yards, is a Colonial-style 4 BR/2.5 BA, 2028-sq.-ft home, including […]
Charlottesville Home Values
Charlottesville home values are based on trends and we’ve been discussing the Charlottesville Market for years. There is a consensus that the real estate market is improving, and the below chart, of Albemarle sales, shows that, for May through September, 2012 has certainly improved over 2011. We hear this in the news that the year over year […]
Zillow or Trulia which is best?
For Charlottesville Real Estate the answer is Neither – read on… Using the Web to Search I have clients who use a computer to do everything from ordering pizza to trading stocks. When people become so accustomed to using the web to find everything, they can sometimes over think things, and real estate is one […]
2012 Charlottesville Real Estate Assessments
2012 Charlottesville Real Estate Assessments will be release by the end of January. At least this is what Albemarle County told me when I called to get a specific date. There are 2 areas that have the greatest impact on Assessments in our area. The city of Charlottesville and Albemarle County, where Charlottesville is located. […]
Stuck in Traffic in Charlottesville
I just wanted to share my stressful day when I was stuck in traffic – see photo Some days are just rough 🙂
Charlottesville Michie Tavern
A Virginia Historic Landmark, Michie Tavern is a place to stop, visit and dine like they did a hundred years ago. The food is authentic to the time and everyone is dressed in period clothes. This is a place for the entire family. For more information visit: Michie Tavern Charlottesville
Charlottesville Whole Foods
Wow! Let me just say that again, Wow! If you have been to the new Whole Food Store in Charlottesville, you know what I mean. Once in a while I get dragged into a trip to the grocery store with my wife where I stand around with my hands in my pockets looking bored but […]