Building a new home is an exciting time. You get to choose the builder you like, the floorplan you love, and the location you want to be in. Everything about your new build is tailormade for you. And beyond selecting which floorplan best suits you and your family, you get to choose from an array
Townhome-style Residences in Eckington, DC
City Homes, a newly completed collection of 45 spacious townhome-style residences, is perfectly situated within Eckington, a historic enclave in Washington, D.C. Known for its idyllic Victorian rowhomes and beautiful tree-lined streets, Eckington is one of Washington D.C.’s oldest and most iconic neighborhoods – undergoing a significant transformation. Developed by Grosvenor, an international property group
How to Find Luxury Living, Flexibility, and Community in Your Golden Years
More than half of seniors (53 percent) nationally said a sense of connection—being close to friends and family—is important, according to a survey from the American Council on Aging. That connectionis fostered in a community such as Harmony of Chantilly, where residents are surrounded by people with similar interests and schedules. “Living in an apartment
The Retreat at Westfields – Community Spotlight
Admittedly, when it comes to technical matters, Kouame Komenan knows exactly what he wants. But taking this Systems Engineer outside of his comfort zone and inside the home buying and design selections process was a first-time experience that checked all the boxes. It was an email that landed in his inbox, announcing the introduction of
A Master-Planned Community For Everyone
Located just 30 minutes outside of Washington, D.C., in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is Crown, a master-planned community filled with beautiful green spaces, amenities, and friendly neighbors. Within Crown lies Crown East, the final neighborhood that marks the build-out of this award-winning community of single-family homes, townhomes, and condos. Just steps from their front doors, Crown East
Beacon Park At Belmont Bay—Community Spotlight
As we gain life experience and wisdom, shouldn’t we also gain added comforts and lifestyle improvements? That is exactly what Belmont Bay helps residents accomplish. Located in Woodbridge, Virginia, Miller & Smith’s Beacon Park at Belmont Bay blends the peace of riverside living with convenience, style, and beauty created specifically for Active Adults 55 years
5 Things to Know if You’re Starting Your Home Search in 2022
In 2021, we saw the housing market do some crazy things. Inventory remained low, while buyers—both those moving to the DMV and relocating within it—remained high. Pricing reached unpredictable highs, and the competition for a ratified contract was unfathomable. The housing shortage is still going strong throughout the nation, but the market has shifted a
5 Things We Saw in 2021 From Builders We Love
The past year was filled with challenges—some-more expected than others—and the home construction market was no exception. Supply chain issues caused shortages throughout the world, some of which (like wood) impacted home builders and buyers alike through supply and associated price jumps. Despite the challenges, builders continued to do their best to deliver quality construction
How to Know What You Need and What You Don’t: Growing Family Edition
One of the wonderful things about searching for a new home in the DMV is that you have an abundance of options. Charming brownstones in Adams Morgan, colonial charm in Alexandria, Virginia, easy coastal access with a larger lot in Bowie, Maryland—the list goes on. Options are a great thing, as long as you know
Cadence at Lansdowne Community Spotlight
At every stage, life brings you new adventures and endless possibilities. This is the guiding force behind Cadence at Lansdowne, a new 55+ community from Brookfield Residential, located in the heart of Lansdowne, Virginia, in eastern Loudoun County. Opening this fall, Cadence at Lansdowne is a unique community consisting of only 75 villa homes, ideal