Karen Briscoe's Blog

Glen Forest is a great community to live in for its close proximity that Northern Virginia has to offer. The location is off of Route 7 and minutes from Bailey’s Crossroads. Across the street is an updated shopping center that includes CVS, T-Mobile store, and a Mediterranean Restaurant, plus a b...

Ruckers Langley is a community of 45 Single Family Homes located just minutes from Downtown McLean and the George Washington Parkway. This neighborhood sits off Dolley Madison Blvd and runs in between Kings Manor and Walter Heights Community. Originally built in the later 50’s and early  60’s, th...

The Mosaic District is a Town Center with a uniquely urban feel.  This is accomplished through a high WalkScore, ample parking, boutique shops, everyday and fine dining, and with some great niche stores that round out the neighborhood and ensure there’s always a new hidden gem to explore.The Mosa...

Langley Oaks is a neighborhood located off of Georgetown Pike near Langley High School.  The Potomac River and approximately 150 acres of mature wooded parkland that belongs to Fairfax County is adjacent on the northern edges of the neighborhood. There is easy access to hiking trails along the Po...

The first year of the decade has been a year like none other, and the Reston real estate market annual review is no exception.  Year over year there has been marginal improvement in the number of homes sales, with a total count of 1400 in 2020 compared to 1359 in 2019, an increase of 3%. Compared...

This neighborhood is within Pavilion Club Way and is on Center Post Ct. It is  located near North Point Village Center for shopping and Baron Cameron Park for leisure. It also enjoys the proximity to Reston Town Center which means you’ll never have to leave Reston if you don't want to. If you do ...

Kings Manor is a neighborhood located off Dolley Madison Boulevard near Downtown McLean. The residents appreciate the convenient proximity to Tyson’s Corner Mall and Galleria, Washington DC, and Arlington. Kings Manor residents attend the Langley School Pyramid which includes Church Hill Elementa...

Real Estate Market Comparison2020 to 2019 to 2010McLean and Great FallsBy Karen BriscoeThe ball has dropped on 2020 and the calendar has flipped over to the new year of 2021. It is time for the McLean and Great Falls real estate market annual year in review. Year over year, there has been margina...

Chesterbrook Woods is a desired subdivision for its proximity to Arlington and DC as well as the character of its tree lined streets.  The home styles are a blend of original designs, transformed facades and new builds.  With the right view at the highest point in the enclave, you can even see ac...

Woodlea Mill is a neighborhood of 68 single-family homes located in McLean, Virginia, just outside the 495 beltway.  This 71-acre community features upscale luxury homes in a true neighborhood setting.  Homes are sited on lots ranging in size from .75 to 1.5 acres.  The community was developed by...