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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
How should you price your home in Hampton Roads in 2026? If you are thinking about selling your home in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach in 2026, here is the most important thing to understand: your home is almost certainly worth more than it was three years ago — values in Hampton Roads have genuinely increased. But the market is no longer a frenzy. Days on market have stretched out, buyers are doing inspections again, and seller concessions toward closing costs are back. Pricing your home based on what your neighbor sold for in 2021, or what Zillow estimates, will likely cause your home to sit on the market, lose buyer confidence, and ultimately net you less than a well-priced listing would have on day one. The strategy that works right now: price accurately based on a current Comparativ...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
  23464 Neighborhood Series  ·  Virginia Beach, VA  ·  2026 Market ReportIs Rosemont Forest a Good Place to Live?The complete 2026 neighborhood review — real MLS data, school information, lifestyle, and exactly what the market is doing right now. 27 Homes Sold (6 mo) 14 Days Median on Market 100.9% Sale-to-List Ratio $395K Median SFH Price $280K Median Townhome Price Rosemont Forest is a well-established neighborhood in Virginia Beach's 23464 zip code, built primarily between 1980 and 1987. It offers a mix of detached single-family homes and attached townhomes, making it one of the most accessible entry points into Virginia Beach real estate. In the past six months, 27 homes have sold with a median sale price of $395,000 for detached homes and $280,000 for townhomes. The median days on ...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
  Virginia Beach · 23464 · 2026 Market Report 5 Neighborhoods. One Zip Code.All Seller's Markets. A complete 2026 real estate market analysis of the top 5 neighborhoods in the 23464 zip code — with real MLS data, neighborhood report cards, and what it all means for you. By Robin Gauthier, Broker/Owner · NextHome Tidewater Realty · July 2026 Neighborhood Report Card Overview     Watch the Full Market Breakdown I just analyzed over 600 real estate transactions across the 23464 zip code in Virginia Beach — and five neighborhoods stood out from the rest. Whether you are thinking about selling, buying, or just trying to understand what your home is worth right now, this report gives you the real numbers. Not a Zestimate. Not an algorithm. Actual MLS data. I'm Robin Gauthier, Broker/Owner of ...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
  Virginia Beach · 23464 · July 2026 Indian Lakes2026 Real Estate Market Update Home Prices, Townhouse vs. Single-Family Data, Amenities, Schools & Expert Analysis for the Salem Area of Virginia Beach ✍️ Robin Gauthier, Broker/Owner 🏢 NextHome Tidewater Realty 📅 July 2026 Overall Grade A Watch the Full Market Breakdown 🔔 Subscribe to Robin's YouTube channel for the full 5-Neighborhood Deep Dive Series — Rosemont Forest, Chatham Hall, Stratford Chase & Fairfield coming soon! Why Indian Lakes? Community & Lifestyle Indian Lakes is one of the largest and most sought-after communities in Virginia Beach, with over 2,300 properties spread across a beautifully planned neighborhood in the Salem area. It is a community that truly offers something for everyone — a seamless blend of townhouses and...
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By Ritu Desai 703-625-4949, Northern Virginia,Washington DC & Maryland Realtor
(Samson Properties)
Deal of the Week Concord Station · Ashburn, VA Room to Spread Out, Without Giving Up Convenience A surprisingly spacious townhome-style condo in a quiet Ashburn neighborhood   Concord Station · Ashburn, Virginia Some homes surprise you with how much space they hold — and this Concord Station townhome-style condo is one of them. From the moment you step inside, the open main level draws you in: a large living room flowing into the dining area, hardwood floors, and oversized windows that fill the space with natural light. The eat-in kitchen sits at the heart of it all, with an island, stainless steel appliances, and a sunny balcony just steps away — perfect for morning coffee or unwinding after a long day. A few details that make this home stand out Over 2,600 square feet of bright, open...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
 Market Update · July 2026Fairfield Neighborhood in Kempsville, Virginia Beach:2026 Real Estate Market UpdateHome Prices, Days on Market, Comparable Sales & Expert Analysis✍️ Robin Gauthier · Broker/Owner, NextHome Tidewater Realty 📅 July 15, 2026 📍 Kempsville, Virginia Beach, VA   $582K Median Sale Price 101.6% Sale-to-List Ratio 26 Days Avg Days on Market 83/100 Redfin Compete Score +3.3% Year-Over-Year Growth   ▶ Watch the Full Market Update See the Numbers Come to Life   The Big Question Wait — Your Fairfield Home Could Be Worth HOW Much? If the median sale price in Fairfield right now is $582,000 — and homes are selling for 101.6% of their asking price — would that change how you think about your home? Because it should. I'm Robin Gauthier, Broker/Owner of NextHome Tidewater Realty...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
  Hampton Roads Market Update · July 2026 The 2026 Chesapeake Real Estate Market Strategy:Stop Waiting for a Crash ✍️ Robin Gauthier, Broker/Owner📍 NextHome Tidewater Realty🗓️ July 2026⏱️ 7 min read If you have been glued to national real estate headlines waiting for the Chesapeake housing market to crash before you make your move — this post is your reality check. Real estate is hyper-local. What is happening in San Francisco, Austin, or Phoenix has very little to do with what is happening right here in Hampton Roads. I am Robin Gauthier, Broker/Owner of NextHome Tidewater Realty, and I work in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and the surrounding areas every single day. Here is what the data actually says — and more importantly, here is how you win in this market. The Real Numbers: What Is ...
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By DANIEL PATTON, Real Estate agent serving Hampton Road VA.
(Prodigy Realty)
Should You Wait for Interest Rates to Drop? Here's What Hampton Roads Buyers Need to KnowIf you've been thinking about buying a home, you've probably heard someone say:"I'm just waiting for rates to come down."It's one of the most common conversations I have with buyers today.And while it sounds like a smart strategy, waiting for lower interest rates doesn't always save money. In many cases, it can actually cost buyers more.As someone who's helped more than 600 families buy homes throughout Hampton Roads, I've learned that successful buyers don't try to perfectly time the market—they focus on making the right move for their financial goals.Let's break down why.The Interest Rate Isn't the Only Number That MattersWhen buyers shop for homes, they often become laser-focused on one number: t...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
  The Ultimate Home Inspection Guide for Hampton Roads Buyers By Robin Gauthier | Real Estate Education | 4 Min Read You finally found the perfect home, your offer was accepted, and now the inspector hands you a 50-page report that reads like a horror novel. Don't panic. Every week, I see buyers sabotage their own negotiations because they don't know how to read an inspection report. They fight over a $50 weekend fix and end up losing the house, while ignoring the $10,000 structural nightmares that actually matter. Here is your ultimate guide to navigating a home inspection in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and the greater Hampton Roads area. 1. Stop Asking Sellers for $50 Fixes When you get that 50-page report, the first thing you need to do is cross out the cosmetic items. Loose doorknob...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
Everyone pictures the oceanfront when they think about Virginia Beach. But if you're buying a home here, you're not going to be living on the beach on the boardwalk. So what's life actually like in Kempsville, Salem, Kellam, or the Princess Anne High School districts?I'm Robin Gauthier, Broker/Owner of NextHome Tidewater Realty right here in the Hampton Roads area. Every week I talk to homeowners who have outgrown their current starter homes and are looking for that long-term property — more space, better schools, a home office, a bigger yard. More and more of them are looking at Virginia Beach as the answer. So I developed a grading system to help you evaluate the city objectively across three dimensions that matter most: housing costs, commute reality, and lifestyle quality. Watch the...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
  Hampton Roads Real Estate · July 2026 Moving to Chesapeake VA in 2026:The Good, The Bad, & The Expensive An honest, unfiltered guide to housing costs, commute reality, and lifestyle in one of Virginia's most sought-after cities — graded by a local broker who actually lives here. By Robin Gauthier·NextHome Tidewater Realty·July 1, 2026·8 min read Housing B+ Commute B− Lifestyle A Watch the Full Guide Moving to Chesapeake VA in 2026 — Honest Broker Review Every week, I sit across from homeowners who have outgrown their current starter homes. They want more space — a real yard, a dedicated home office, room to breathe. And increasingly, they are looking at Chesapeake, Virginia as the answer. But before they sign anything, they have one very reasonable question: Is this actually a smart m...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
You've outgrown your starter home. You have equity. You're ready to move up. But which Chesapeake neighborhood fits YOUR lifestyle? By Robin Gauthier | Broker/Owner, NextHome Tidewater Realty Watch the full neighborhood comparison breakdown above If you're a homeowner in Hampton Roads who's outgrown your starter home — maybe a condo or townhouse — and you're ready to move up, you've probably already started Googling neighborhoods. The problem? There's a LOT of options in Chesapeake, and making the wrong choice means living with a 10-year mistake. I'm Robin Gauthier, broker and owner of NextHome Tidewater Realty, and I live in one of these neighborhoods myself. Let me break down the top three areas move-up buyers are choosing right now so you can figure out which one fits YOUR life. 🌳 Ne...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
Did you know that 95% of buyers start their home search online? That means your listing photos are your actual first showing. Not the open house, not the walkthrough—the photos.If buyers don't click on your photos, they will never come to look inside your house. It's that simple.As a broker serving the Hampton Roads area, I see gorgeous homes sit on the market for months simply because their online presentation is lacking. Today, I'm revealing the three secrets that determine whether buyers click on your listing or keep scrolling right past it.Secret #1: The Hero Shot (Your Tinder Profile Pic)This decides everything. Your first listing photo is essentially your home's Tinder profile picture. It's the one image that shows up in the search results, in the saved alerts, and on the map view...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
Are you ready to upgrade your lifestyle and move into a home that truly fits your long-term vision? If you've outgrown your current space and are looking for a seamless transition into a stunning new construction property, you need to know about White Oak Manor.This week I had the pleasure of taking a private agent preview tour of this incredible new community by Kirbor Homes Signature Series, alongside my amazing team at NextHome Tidewater Realty—Melinda Swager, Alicia Rivas, and Dever Clevenger. Let me tell you, this neighborhood is shaping up to be something truly special.Located in the highly sought-after Strawbridge area of Virginia Beach, VA, White Oak Manor offers the perfect blend of luxury, modern convenience, and an unbeatable location. Here is everything you need to know abou...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
If you are thinking about selling your starter home and moving up in Chesapeake, Virginia, you are likely looking for a smart investment that fits your long-term goals. The Hickory High School district is a prime target for many buyers, but where exactly is the big money moving?As a local real estate expert, I help homeowners navigate the tricky process of selling their current place and finding that perfect long-term home without losing their minds—or their money. I've crunched the numbers from 2025 to bring you the top three neighborhoods in the Hickory High district based on total dollar volume. Spoiler alert: one of them isn't actually a subdivision! Let's dive right into the data.3. Hickory Manor: The Modern Sweet Spot Coming in at number three for total dollar volume is Hickory Ma...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
  Market Update · May 2026 The Ultimate Culpepper Landing Real Estate Update:What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know By Robin Gauthier · Broker/Owner, NextHome Tidewater Realty · Chesapeake, VA ▶ Watch the Full Market Update Video 🛑 The Biggest Fear in Real Estate Right Now Have you outgrown your current home and started eyeing those spacious properties in Culpepper Landing, but you're terrified of trying to buy and sell at the exact same time? Or maybe you already live in this gorgeous Deep Creek community and you're wondering just how much equity you're sitting on right now? I recently sat down with a couple — let's call them the Morgans. They loved their starter townhouse, but with a growing need for a home office and a bigger yard, the walls were closing in. They wanted to move up to a l...
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By Ritu Desai 703-625-4949, Northern Virginia,Washington DC & Maryland Realtor
(Samson Properties)
✨ New Listing · Available NowYour Dream Townhome Awaits in the Heart of Brambleton!📍 22463 Verde Gate · Ashburn, VA 20148$3,375 / month3 Beds · 2.5 Baths · 1,936 Sq Ft 🛏️3 Bedrooms 🚿2.5 Bathrooms 📐1,936 Sq Ft 🚗2-Car Garage 🏠End-Unit Townhome 🐾Pets Welcome The HomeFeels Brand New — Over $50K in Upgrades!Step into this stunning, move-in ready end-unit Colonial townhome in one of Ashburn's most coveted communities — Brambleton. With over $50K in recent remodeling, this 3-level, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home exudes a fresh, luxurious feel from the moment you walk through the door.The main level dazzles with gleaming hardwood floors, soaring 9-foot ceilings, and an open-concept layout that flows effortlessly from the living area to the dining space to the chef's kitchen — complete with a large is...
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By Robin Gauthier, I have the Key to your NextHome
(NextHome Tidewater Realty)
If you're planning to sell your home in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, or anywhere in the Hampton Roads area, you need to understand a crucial secret about buyer psychology: buyers decide if they love your house or hate it within 10 seconds of walking through the door.   Not 10 minutes. 10 seconds.   As a Broker/Owner who has walked through thousands of showings with buyers, I can tell you that the decision is almost always emotional first, logical second. They feel it before they think it. If you win within those first 10 seconds, the rest of the showing is just them confirming what they already feel.   So, what triggers that feeling? It's not the granite countertops or the new roof. It's three subconscious things that happen the moment the front door opens.1. The Nose Knows: Smell is th...
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By Ritu Desai 703-625-4949, Northern Virginia,Washington DC & Maryland Realtor
(Samson Properties)
✦ Just Closed ✦ 43911 Camellia StreetAshburn, VA 20147 The Hunt at Belmont Country Club  |  Loudoun County, VA 5 Bedrooms3 Full + 1 Half Baths4,132 Sq Ft3-Level Colonial Just Closed: Ashburn Rental Home in Belmont Country Club This stunning Toll Brothers Norfolk Model in the prestigious Hunt at Belmont Country Club, Ashburn, VA found its perfect tenants. Three finished levels of refined living, an address that checks every box, and a community that truly has it all — this one didn't last long. ❖   The Hunt at Belmont Country Club — Ashburn, VA Community & Amenities Welcome to The Hunt at Belmont Country Club — one of Loudoun County's most sought-after communities, nestled in the rolling hills of Ashburn, Virginia. This is resort-style living on a daily basis, anchored by an Arnold Palm...
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By Mark Edwards, East West Realty
(East West Realty)
Custom Build Your Waterfront Home with Sasser Construction Discover the best in waterfront living in four custom home communities- The Reserve at Cedar Point, Parkside at Bennett’s Creek, Founders Pointe, and Governor’s Pointe. Sasser Construction has a limited number of waterfront homesites remaining which offers an excellent opportunity to custom build the home you’ve always dreamed of. Select from breathtaking riverfront lots overlooking the Nansemond and James River in The Reserve at Cedar Point, scenic marsh and creek view lots in Founders Pointe or Governor’s Pointe, to waterfront lots with deep water access on Bennett’s Creek at Parkside. Contact  Sasser Construction today for more information about these unique waterfront communities.Sasser Construction builds a wide variety of ...
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By Mark Edwards, East West Realty
(East West Realty)
Sasser Construction builds custom homes on land already owned by our customers In Suffolk and Isle of Wight CountyLooking to build your dream home in a more rural area or on your own property? Sasser Construction can help design and build the custom home you’ve always dreamed of. Whether it’s a highly unique waterfront peninsula or on several acres located in the country, the Sasser team has the experience and ability to accomplish the custom home you want.Sasser Construction has built many homes for customers on estate homesites, 3 to 10 acre parcels, and on various waterfront locations all over the Hampton Roads area. Our on-staff architect can help design the home plan you want or help make modifications or changes to existing home plans. Eric Sasser’s knowledge of the challenges of ...
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