A lot is written about the traffic congestion in Fairfax County and it is true we do have our share of jammed roads during rush hour but we also have a huge amount of green space to enjoy when we aren't fretting about getting to work. One of the best known parks in our area is Burke Lake Park right off of Route 123 and a few miles from the City of Fairfax. With over 850 acres including a 220 acre lake there is plenty for everyone to enjoy. For the walkers, joggers and bikers the 5 mile dirt loop around the lake is a great way to take in all of the vistas. For the youngsters the miniature train ride chugging along at 10 MPH is a hoot. Want to get in a round of golf? You can do that too at the 18 hole Par 3 course. The Frisbee golf course is a challenge for young and old, though for the l... 05/17/2010

An odd concept unique to the Northern Virginia area that goes completely against common sense, never get in the car of a stranger!!! Yet, hardworking folks in Fairfax County do it all the time.  There are designated areas, which allow commuters to park, and hop in the car of a fellow commuter and head into town via the HOV lanes.  The drivers head to the Pentagon, DC, and Crystal City.  The pick up points are organized more by word of mouth than by a transportation jurisdiction.   This is a very effective form of mass transit and cuts down on the amount of cars on Northern Virginia highways.  05/17/2010

Burke Centre, a PUD, or Planned Unit Development, is a community of single family homes, townhomes, duplexes, condo, and apartments located in Burke, Virginia.  The Centre is located approximately 15 miles from Washington DC, off of I495, Burke Centre Parkway, Burke Lake Rd and Route 123.  There are several means of public transportation including Metro, which is located in Springfield and Vienna, VRE which is located in Burke and Burke Centre, public bus lines and the ever popular "slug" lines.  Burke Centre boasts 5 community centers, which included tot lots, swimming pools, tennis courts, trails and community event centers.  The are located in the Ponds, Oaks, Landings, Commons and The Woods.  These happen to also be the names of the 5 neighborhoods that are located in Burke Centre T... 05/17/2010

The Top 22 most expensive Burke VA Real Estate listings for sale with subdivision, snapshot taken 05-16-2010. Just click on the link for the particular Burke VA Neighborhoods | Subdivisions or the property address for the complete MLS Listings. Address - City MLSNumber Subdivision List Price 9829 Summerday Dr, Burke, VA FX7300174 Burke Lake Meadow 1,250,000 6468 Lake Meadow Dr, Burke, VA FX7227949 Edgewater 875,000 10108 Deckhand Dr, Burke, VA FX7301135 Edgewater 850,000 9478 Harrowhill Ln, Burke, VA FX7260251 Weston Hills 849,000 6306 Spring Lake Dr, Burke, VA FX7325697 Spring Lake Farms 769,900 9413 Wooded Glen Ave, Burke, VA FX7306099 Wooded Glen 768,000 6470 Lake Meadow Dr, Burke, VA FX7252190 Edgewater 750,000 9500 Claychin Ct, Burke, VA FX7240148 Clayton'S Grove 699,900 9153 Fort... 05/16/2010

Looking for Affordable Burke VA Real Estate? This report -based upon data captured on 05-13-2010 shows the most affordable communities in Burke VA. The Report shows the Number of Listings, the Average List Price for the subdivision and the Average Days on Market. In order for a community to be included into this report, it has to have a minimum of 4 active listings and a low average list price. Click on the link for the particular Burke VA Neighborhoods | Subdivisions for the complete list of Affordable MLS Listings of Burke Virginia Homes & Condos for Sale. Neighborhood / Subdivision - City Number orListings Average ListPrice AverageDays onMarket Burke Centre Station Commons, Burke, VA 5 149,560 67 Burke Cove, Burke, VA 7 191,829 36.3 Keene Mill Woods, Burke, VA 8 204,713 17.2 Greenfi... 05/13/2010

This chart below gives a snapshot of the Top 22 Burke Virginia Real Estate home & condos for sale by neighborhood, snapshot taken 05-08-2010. The Report shows the Number of Listings, the Average List Price for the subdivision and the Average Days on Market. Just click on the link to your neighborhood for the complete list of MLS Listings. If you need any assistance with any of these communities, please contact The Earl of Real Estate Team. City / Area Number orListings Average ListPrice AverageDays onMarket Burke Centre - Burke, VA 83 376,545 32.3 Lake Braddock - Burke, VA 15 314,574 25.2 Lakepointe - Burke, VA 12 323,770 39.5 Signal Hill - Burke, VA 11 559,967 25.2 Burke Station Square - Burke, VA 9 433,287 24.6 Cherry Run - Burke, VA 9 512,166 68.5 Crownleigh - Burke, VA 9 324,577 31... 05/08/2010

Burke VA is centrally located in Norhtern VA within 10 miles of Oakton, 20 miles to Wolf Trap, and just a short drive to Clifton VA, Springfield, and I-95.  Its central location in the northern Virginia provides quick access to DC, Lorton Virginia, Springfield,  and the 495 Washington Beltway.  Nearby communities include: Burke Centre, Burke Ridge Cluster, Burke Station Square, Burke Village, Burkes Way, Cardinal Estates, Cardinal Glen, Cherry Run, Dunleigh, Edgewater, Homewood, Keene Mill Woods, Lake Braddock,Longwood Knolls, Rolling Valley West, Signal Hill, Shannon Station, Southport, Tripolis at Lake Braddock, Walden at Burke Centre. BURKE VA SUBDIVISIONS: Burke Centre Burke Ridge Cluster Burke Station Square Burke Village Burkes Way Cardinal Estates Cardinal Glen Cherry Run Dunleig... 04/20/2010

Burke VA Real Estate Update for April 20, 2010. As of today Tuesday April 20, 2010 there are currently 55 Active MLS listed homes for sale in Burke VA in our MRIS System. These are fee simple Burke VA homes for sale detached single family homes. Burke VA is located close to Washington DC in Fairfax County. Burke VA has great homes, neighborhoods, and some great subdivisions with reasonably priced single family detached fee simple homes for sale. Below is a current list of activity on single family homes for sale in Burke VA. 42 'Active' - Burke,VA Homes 42 Active Burke VA Homes for Sale 2 'Cntg/KO' - Burke,VA Homes 39 'Cntg/NO KO' - Burke,VA Homes 20 'Contract' - Burke,VA Homes High Price Listed $1,400,000 Low Price Listed $319,900 04/20/2010

  Lise Howe | Coldwell Banker | 240-401-5577 9478 Harrowhill Lane, Burke, VA With over 5,200 sf of great space on 3 levels, this 8 yr old colonial has every upgrade for luxurious living. 5 huge bedr, 5 en suite baths, 5BR/5+1BA Single Family House   offered at $915,000 Year Built 2002 Sq Footage 5,200 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 5 full, 1 partial Floors 3 Parking Unspecified Lot Size 11,076 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION With over 5,200 sf of living space on 3 levels, this 8 yr old colonial has every upgrade for luxurious living. 5 huge bedr, 5 en suite baths, granite countertops in the country kitchen w/ breakfast rm and adjoining family room. There is a butler's station adjoining the banquet sized separate dining room, a great master suite w/ sitting rm & spa bath w/ tub & shower, ... 03/03/2010

Please come to my open house (1 to 4) this Sunday at 9478 Harrowhill Lane, Burke Virginia. Listed for $915,000.  With over 5000 square feet of interior living space on three finished levels, this beautiful colonial offers a gracious living room with bay window, a large family room with built in cabinets on either side of the gas fireplace, a chef's kitchen with granite and upgraded appliances. The separate dining room is made special by the addition of a butler's station. Don't miss the very private home office, the 2 car garage, or the excquisite deck, perfect for summer dining.The second floor has three bedrooms with three ensuite baths, and a master suite that makes you feel like you are on a perpetual vacation. The attached sittlng room and master bedroom are filled with sunshine. T... 02/19/2010

MyFairfaxCountyRealEstate.com   December 2009 Burke Real Estate Sales Market Report*58 Active HomesSearch Crime Stats by Zip Code   Summary: There are some great opportunities here in Burke to buy distressed Townhomes at a great price. If you want to receive emails daily when a bank owned home comes on the market. Contact us today!   Contact us if you are thinking about buying or selling in Burke   Single Family Homes Burke Sold Burke Homes in December 2009: 13 homes Average Sold Price: $475,000 Median Sold Price: $530,000 Homes sold for about: 98.7% of asking price Average Days on Market: 23 days  Out of the 13 Burke home sales in December - 1 (8%) was distressed (foreclosure, bank owned, short sale).   Townhomes in Burke Sold Burke Townhomes in December 2009: 24 homes Average Sold Pri... 01/13/2010

MyFairfaxCountyRealEstate.com     November 2009 Burke Real Estate Sales Market Report *44 Active Homes   Summary: Home sales have decreased here in Burke compared to last month.  Its the holiday season so that is expected.  We will keep an eye on the distressed properties here.  They are slowly decreasing which is good for current home owners.  Prospective buyers need to act quickly if they are going to find a great deal here in Burke.  We are seeing multiple offers on over 75% of properties.   Contact us if you are thinking about buying or selling in Burke   Single Family Homes Burke Sold Burke Homes in November 2009: 15 homes Average Sold Price: $447,484 Median Sold Price: $425,000 Homes sold for about: 96.7% of asking price Average Days on Market: 39 days  Out of the 15 Burke home sa... 12/29/2009

MyFairfaxCountyRealEstate.com    October 2009 Burke Real Estate Sales Market Report   Summary: In October, Burke homes are selling very fast.  Alot of people are moving to burke because of its great location and home prices.  Only 31% of the homes were distressed properties this month.  This is still pretty high overall.  This number should drop next month.   Contact us if you are thinking about buying or selling in Burke   Single Family Homes Burke Sold Burke Homes in October 2009: 23 homes Average Sold Price: $455,578 Median Sold Price: $455,000 Homes sold for about: 98.0% of asking price Average Days on Market: 63 days  Out of the 23 Burke home sales in October - 6 (26%) were distressed (foreclosure, bank owned, short sale).   Townhomes in Burke Sold Burke Townhomes in October 2009: ... 12/21/2009

FISHING IN FAIRFAX COUNTY VIRGINIA, LAKE BURKE IN BURKE VIRGINIA IS A WONDERFUL "FISHING HOLE". POPULAR FRESH WATER FISHING AT LAKE BURKE.  With about 220 acres of lake at Lake Burke, there is room for all.  There is a type of fish for just about everyone in Lake Burke ranging from Largemouth Bass, Muskie, Walleye, Channel Catfish, Bluegill and Crappie.  Lesser known White Perch, Yellow Perch, the huge Redear Sunfish and an Blue Catfish can be caught.  Anglers can fish the many miles of shore or rent a boat and take to the water where the deep water can be reached.  Deeper and colder water are where you're more likely to find Muskie and Walleye.  Of course, in the hot summer of Fairfax County, don't be surprised if the Largemouth Bass have "gone deep" to water with cooler temperatures a... 08/26/2009

Burke VA Real Estate Update for Saturday March 7, 2009. As of today Saturday March 7, 2009 there are currently 55 Active MLS listed homes for sale in Burke VA in our MRIS System. These are fee simple Burke VA homes for sale detached single family homes. Burke VA is located close to Washington DC in Fairfax County. Burke VA has great homes, neighborhoods, and some great subdivisions with reasonably priced single family detached fee simple homes for sale. Below is a current list of activity on single family homes for sale in Burke VA. 55 'Active' - Burke,VA Homes 5 'Cntg/KO' - Burke,VA Homes 21 'Cntg/NO KO' - Burke,VA Homes 7 'Contract' - Burke,VA Homes High Price Listed $1,200,000 Low Price Listed $275,000 BURKE VA HOMES FOR SALE - ACTIVE MLS Your browser does not support inline frames o... 03/07/2009

Ask the residents of Burke Centre and they can tell you.  In 1950 the farming community of Burke was the proposed site for Dulles Airport and due to the efforts of the few families that lived in the area at the time the airport plan was derailed and moved to Chantilly where Dulles Airport is today. Even though they fought and won the battle not to build the airport most of the farm homes and land had been purchased and condemned by the government leaving the area virtually deserted. After the Dulles Airport proposal was killed the area of Burke began to develop. Part of the land that had been condemned was turned over to the newly created Fairfax County Park Authority and became Burke Lake Park. You can still find remnants of Burke Centre's history throughout the area. The Silas Burke H... 02/24/2009

Burke VA Real Estate Update for Sunday February, 1 2009. As of today Sunday February 1, 2009 there are currently 57 homes for sale in Burke VA in our MRIS MLS System. These are fee simple Burke VA homes for sale and detached single family homes. Burke Virginia is located west of Washington DC in Fairfax County. Burke VA has great homes, neighborhoods, and some great subdivisions with reasonably priced single family detached fee simple homes for sale. Below is a current list of activity on single family homes for sale in Burke VA. 57 'Active' - Burke,VA Homes 2 'Cntg/KO' - Burke,VA Homes 17 'Cntg/NO KO' - Burke,VA Homes 9 'Contract' - Burke,VA Homes High Price Listed $1,200,000 Low Price Listed $279,900 Burke VA HOMES FOR SALE - ACTIVE MLS Your browser does not support inline frames or ... 02/01/2009

It is the never ending debate in real estate.   Agents who have had their licenses for many years think that new agents don't have the experience necessary to succeed.  New agents think that long term agents might not have kept up with how the market has changed. In the end it is the consumer who makes the decision which agent is the best agent to represent their interests. Some buyers and sellers are going to call someone they have worked with before. They trust you and your relationship is key to working together on a successful transaction. For the buyers and sellers who don't have a relationship with a Realtor® they are going to call you for an appointment and decide after they interview you and perhaps a few other agents whether you are the right person for the job. In a tough mark... 10/22/2008

It doesn't matter how many times you move each time seems to bring a new set of challenges.  Often the move just across town is the hardest as you think maybe I'll just throw the little things in my car and not worry about wrapping them up. It never fails that is the time you have to hit your brakes and everything goes flying. One of the most important things you can do when you are getting ready for a move is to create a move checklist.  If you are undertaking a "Do it yourself" move start scouring your local Craig's List for free moving supplies.  You might be surprised to find everything you need, except perhaps the tape available for you to pick up close by.Start clearing out your closets and bookshelves of any items that you no longer wear or books you no longer read.  Remember tha... 10/19/2008

In today's market selling your house may leave you feeling vulnerable.  Not only is your house a huge financial asset, but you have strangers peering in your closets, appraisers judging your home's value and inspectors noting its flaws. A low offer in the midst of all of this can seem like a personal affront. However, no matter how well you have prepared your house or how certain you are that it's priced correctly; receiving a low offer is a possibility. Prepare yourself ahead of time to not take it personally. Instead of getting angry, do one of two things: Reject the offer, or counter it and move on. If you do decide to counter the offer, try to get as much information as you can about why the offer came in at the price it did. Take a good look at the condition of your property. How d... 10/15/2008