Comments on: Neighborhood Spotlight: Belmont Country Club Ashburn, Va

By: Chuck

Chuck — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:20:32 +0000

HI Joe, Yes there are high power electric line that cut through some parts of Ashburn. If this is something that is of concern to you make sure to ask your Realtor for a map of where the lines run. I can’t really comment too much about what these power line do or don’t due in terms of health or value of your property. I can say however, if you find something objectionable ( ie power lines, parking, road noise etc..) the person who is going to buy your home might also find it objectionable. This is why it is really important to hire a local Realtor that knows the area you are interested in.

Take care,
Chuck

By: Joe

Joe — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 19:15:20 +0000

Thanks Chuck for all your feedback. I am still in the initial stages of looking for a home. Would like to finalize something before the end of Summer.

I have just another question. I read online about high power electric lines passing through Ashburn and that it is not good living next to it. I have not seen any high power electric lines in Ashburn. Have you heard of this?

thanks
Joe

By: Chuck

Chuck — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:32:48 +0000

Hi Joe, Builder quality is a tough one. Most builders use contractors to do the actual work. So a house will only be as good as the sub( in my opinion). You can increase your chances of having a good experience by being proactive in the building process( visit early and often). I typically attend home inspections and builder meetings with my clients. I also recommend a professional home inspection before closing even when buying new. I think JD Power does a survey of home builders but I find that home building is really about the local builder and site manager.
It sounds like you are already doing your leg work in picking a builder and a community. Think about hiring a good Buyers Realtor to give you an extra set of eyes. It does cost you anything to hire one and he/she might be able to give you more insights.

Good luck and take care,

Chuck

By: Joe

Joe — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:56:10 +0000

Hi Chuck,

You said it well. I just wanted to add that one other plus point for this development is the recreation center. Since the development is not very big like Belmont country club or Loudoun valley estate, most of the people who live in the community can walk to the recreation center.

Like you mentioned this community seems NOT to have a good parking plan They should have planned for some common parking area near each street (not on the street as the streets are narrower).

Then, the fact that it is going to be a new house and that it is a great location in terms of commute and proximity to shops makes it NOT something that should be completely avoided.

Do you think the builders are good in terms of meeting the dates and customer service? What is the best source to look at the reputation of the builders?

Thanks
Joe

By: Chuck

Chuck — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:15:12 +0000

Hi Joe, There really is no correct answer as to how close homes can be to one another. Each builder has to get zoning approval by the local jurisdiction before they can build. My opinion is that many builders and developers are building homes closer and closer together to maximize land space( just my thought). Twelve years ago when I started selling homes in this area it was common to see a 2,000 sq ft housing on a .34 acre lot in a moderately priced neighborhood. We are now seeing houses 2 or 3 times that size on smaller lots( much smaller lots.. like 7,000 sq ft). I think you are very wise to consider parking in and around Goose Creek. I have personally found that developments that lack a good park plan often do not re-sell well. Which means it will take you longer to re-sell and you will not get as much as the neighborhood only a few miles away.