NEW HOMES PROFILE – THE CARRIAGES AT SOUTH RIDING
August 22nd, 2008 categories: Chantilly Loudoun Cnty, New Construction
If you are looking at homes in South Riding, Virginia, (or the general area of this community), here is one group of new units to know about: The Carriages at South Riding. It is a small group of attached single-family homes, three or four in a cluster. Constructed by Toll Brothers, they are priced – as we speak – in the range of $495,995 to $521,995.
At time of this post, I am told there are about 13 units still available.
Who might have a special interest in these units? Someone not interested in the maintenance aspects of the more typical single-family home. Also, for some buyers at least, these homes would have more appeal than a traditional townhouse. The three and four clustering concept makes for a little different feel than the traditional townhouse. Also in the mix are first-time buyers who are able to make their first move into home ownership through this concept, rather than the fully attached townhouse. Of course, another thing about these units that can be a plus..they are brand new. Most builders have “opened up” the interiors of new construction homes, and these Carriage models have that going on. The backyard patio option (see image) is quite nice as well. It is an option in place of a small grassy area.
You will also find information on the Toll Brothers website. Please contact me for the most up-to-date pricing. As always, my encouragement to any home buyer: don’t go into the transaction unrepresented. My team and I are always here to help you get the best deal for the home that is right for you.
Here is additional info:
Name: The Carriages at South Riding
Location: Near intersection of Justice Drive
& Londontown Terrace in South Riding,
Virginia.
Builder: Toll Brothers
Home type: Attached Single Family
Price range: App. $495,995 to $521,995
Amenities: South Riding Proprietary is also a good source of info on this community.
School District: (please verify with school board, as districts change)
• Little River Elementary
• Mercer or Stone Hill Middle School
• Freedom High School
NOTE:For school evaluations click here
Other notes: 1st Floor master bedroom is an option on the Granville.
A 4th bedroom or loft is also an option on each model.
Please note back view of walking path and woods.
Relocation info: Please visit our Relocation Center.
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SOUTH RIDING CONCERT SERIES
August 12th, 2008 categories: Chantilly Loudoun Cnty, Community Life
If you happen to live within or close to any of the communities near the Chantilly or South Riding area, and you’d like to catch a summer concert, you can still do so. South Riding has a Summer Concert program with different artists every Friday, or at least many Friday evenings. The concerts are free, and they run through the end of September.
The artists are serious performers with impressive backgrounds and there is quite a mix of music styles. Full details on the South Riding Proprietary website.
Then again, if you are in that concert mood, you could kick it up a level, and go to WolfTrap. Living in the Northern Virginia area has its special pleasures (traffic not being among them), and one of those is the occasional concert at the WolfTrap Center for the Performing Arts.
By the way, just in case you did not know, The Barns at WolfTrap, an indoor facility in addition to the prime Wolftrap stage, features performances that extend throughout the year.
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NEW HOMES PROFILE: THE RETREAT AT SOUTH VILLAGE
July 22nd, 2008 categories: Chantilly Loudoun Cnty, New Construction
The Sheetz gas station at the intersection of Route 50 and Poland Road seems to be one of Chantilly’s favorite fill-up spots. It has good prices – as good as they can be in the current environment – and it sits near many of the communities that are part of the ever-expanding complex of Western-Fairfax-and-on-into-Loudoun home developments.
Leaving the Sheetz station on Poland Road, and heading toward Pleasant Valley Road, you will see a contrast. Mixed in with the older homes that were built before this region became Silicon Valley East, are a number of recent and still growing new communities. For example, you can enter South Riding at about the halfway point, or if you stay on Poland Road, you will go into Pleasant Valley Road. One of the developments that you can enter along this stretch is located at the intersection of Mountcastle Drive and Poland Road. It is The Retreat at South Village
These are Winchester homes (at the “Retreat”), single family style only, and the construction is mostly complete. There are 6 homes under construction, with 3 more to be started. Projected completion is estimated for August/September of 08.
Winchester Homes has been part of the Weyerhaeuser Corporation, for about 29 years. This is a builder that has been highly rated by JD Powers and Associates, although I am told that Winchester has limitations on just how much they can use this fact in their marketing and advertising. You can check out these ratings, and take a closer look by going to - http://www.jdpower.com/corporate/news/releases/pressrelease.aspx?ID=2007166#2007166a
My opinion on the JD Powers survey: I think any well-grounded, solid research on consumer satisfaction is a highly useful piece of the picture. To the extent that it reflects what this builder is doing better, it is significant. My perception is that JD Powers is highly respected, and I’d suppose their research methodology is solid.
Winchester emphasizes their high level of customization. In their formal marketing it is called “Your Home, Your Way.” The gist of this approach is as much customization as the buyer wants, and as much as the builder can reasonably accommodate.
Here is a summary of information about this community.
Name: The Retreat at South Village
Location: Intersection of Mountcastle Dr & Poland Rd. – next to South Riding.
Builder: Winchester Homes
Home type: Single family only
Size: Approximately 177 homes
Style: Traditional
Price range: Here is a sample of models, prices, and square footage.
The Oxford II 3,330 Fin. Sq Ft From $ 599,000
The Browning 3,532 Fin. Sq Ft From $ 711,000
The Garrett 3,513 Fin, Sq Ft From $ 719,000
Amenities:
- 6 lane competition pool and bathhouse
- 39 acres comprise the green zone
- 2 tennis courts and tot lots
- basketball court and soccer field
- asphalt paved walking pathSchool district: (please verify with school board, as districts change)
- Little River Elementary
- Mercer or Stone Hill Middle School
- Freedom High School NOTE: For school evaluations click here.
Other Notes: Special incentives may include 3 fully finished levels for selected model(s),
OK, my next comment is one part self-promotion and one part consumer advocacy. When we do our New Homes Profiles I usually respectfully remind our viewers to not do something that some real estate consumers have regretted in a big way. Don’t go into the purchase of your new home unrepresented. If you already have a wonderful agent, great. If not, make a wise choice, and get someone in your corner who is experienced, and really good at what they do.
And as always, if you have follow-up questions on this Winchester community, or any other, I am always here for you. By the way, you can also use our Property Search anytime.
Here is a small sample of interior and exterior images of The Retreat at South Village homes, just to give you a sense of the community. The lovely backyard view was taken from the deck of one of the model homes. Definitely a killer view. [This post by Kathy O’Neal
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