This column is sponsored by Arlington Arts/Arlington Cultural Affairs, a division of Arlington Economic Development.

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Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!

Please note: While Arlington Realty, Inc. provides this information for the community, it may not be the listing company of these homes.


When the Kristin Francis Team says they do it all, they’re not kidding.

“Our favorite thing is to tell our clients to give us the keys, and we’ll give them a big check,” said Kristin Francis. “They don’t have to worry about anything unless they want to be involved.”


We’ve heard plenty about Oktoberfest — but what about Shucktober Fest?

On Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., stop by Shirlington Village for the fourth annual celebration of beer and oysters. You’ll find 40+ craft beer tents, food and oyster tents (pro tip: try a champagne oyster shooter!), local vendors, and more.


This regularly scheduled sponsored Q&A column is written by Eli Tucker, Arlington-based Realtor and Arlington resident. Please submit your questions to him via email for response in future columns. Video summaries of some articles can be found on YouTube on the Ask Eli, Live With Jean playlist. Enjoy!

Question: We’re preparing to sell our home and would like to stay in the house for a few weeks after it sells. Can you explain the rent-back concept?


With the world in an unprecedented climate crisis, many of us wonder what we can do as individuals to reduce our carbon footprint. A significant step can start right at home.

In Arlington, residential buildings account for 23% of the country’s greenhouse gas emissions. One way to reduce this is to make homes “net zero” energy — able to produce as much energy over the course of a year as they consume. This is done through heat pumps, a super-tight barrier between the inside and outside, above-code insulation, energy-efficient windows, lighting, appliances and solar power.


This modern craftsman home is simply perfect. Built in 2012, it has been lovingly maintained and improved upon ever since and features a stunning open floor plan with natural light streaming in from every direction.

An enormous great room is the absolute highlight! With just over 5,000 square feet, it features a dedicated home office as well as five full bedrooms, four full and two half baths, and a media room. Upgraded and luxurious architectural features are prominently featured throughout. Bonus rooms such as the walk-in pantry and well-organized mudroom make this home absolutely drool-worthy.


This sponsored column is by James Montana, Esq., Doran Shemin, Esq. and Laura Lorenzo, Esq., practicing attorneys at Steelyard LLC, an immigration-focused law firm located in Arlington, Virginia. The legal information given here is general in nature. If you want legal advice, contact James for an appointment.

The answer to the question “What is love?” was answered authoritatively by the philosophical collective known as Haddaway in 1993. Love is “Baby Don’t Hurt Me — Don’t Hurt Me — No More.” Marriage is different. Marriage is a legal matter. And in the world of immigration law, the question “what is marriage?” has a surprisingly complex answer.


Venue, a new condominium and townhome community located along the banks of the Potomac River in the heart of Old Town North, has quickly become one of the most sought-after new residential properties in the D.C. area.

The Towns at Venue consist of 41 new townhomes ranging from 3- to 4-bedrooms, 4- to 5-bathrooms and with 2-car garages! With eight distinct floor plans available, starting at an impressive 2,300 square feet, homes can include options like rooftop terraces with available outdoor kitchens and in-home elevators. The homes are also EarthCraft-certified for a healthy, comfortable home and greater energy efficiency.


This article was written by Adam Henry, CEcD, Business Development Manager for Arlington Economic Development.

Next month, Arlington Economic Development will participate in the inaugural Accelerate 2022 event as a founding sponsor.


Each week, “Just Reduced” spotlights properties in Arlington County whose price have been cut over the previous week. The market summary is crafted by Arlington Realty, Inc. Maximize your real estate investment with the team by visiting www.arlingtonrealtyinc.com or calling 703-836-6000 today!

Please note: While Arlington Realty, Inc. provides this information for the community, it may not be the listing company of these homes.


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