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Old Town Alexandria February Spotlight

Posted by Andre Perez on February 5th, 2023

It is one of the nation’s enduring visitor destinations as well as a favorite place to live, work and play. Located right on the western banks of the Potomac River, Old Town Alexandria is the historic seat of the City of Alexandria. With its scintillating blend of antique homes, upscale shopping boutiques and top-rated restaurants, it’s certainly a delightful place to spend the day, and/or evening. But those who come to pay a visit, often wish they could stay for good.

Alexandria was founded in 1749, raided by the British during the War of 1812 and saw significant action during the Civil War. Today, there is an ongoing and highly interesting dynamic when it comes to local homes, townhouses and condos for sale. The city and various preservation groups…

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Old Town Alexandria, August-September 2020 Spotlight

Posted by Andre Perez on September 16th, 2020

Old Town Alexandria is the crown jewel of the City of Alexandria. Both a mecca for visitors and a highly popular place to live, the waterfront community is ideally located on the western banks of the Potomac River. The history here is long and involved; home to tobacco warehouses during the colonial era, raided by the British during the War of 1812 and known for its beer breweries in the pre-prohibition era! These days, the highly walkable Old Town offers the best of old and new, from original cobblestone streets to upscale shopping boutiques and top restaurants along King Street.

When it comes to red-hot real estate markets, Old Town has that covered as well. Properties don’t tend to be available for long before going under contract. As for…

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