The new Oaklawn project is a 165 acre mixed use project that will bring both urban low maintenance town homes and a walkable feel to Leesburg. The project which is very similar the Goose Creek project just a few miles away in Ashburn tries to combine both a residential feel and commercial development to one development.
Pulte has several models available currently. They include the Strafford, Silverbrook, and Tyler. All of the models offer either a one car or two car attached or detached garage and range in base price from the $329,000 to $399,000. The community will also offer a pool, tot lots, tennis court and trails throughout the neighborhood.
So, what are the pros and cons of this development? Here’s my take (or option…)
Pros:
- I’m a huge fan of the walk ability factor. I live only a few miles away from Oaklawn and enjoy being able to ride my bike to W&OD trail. I also like all the downtown Leesburg activities.
- Pulte is building the town homes in a very unique ( uhm.. )fashion? The bold colors really make the project standout( this could be a plus or minus at resell time?). I also like the brick and hardiplank being used in the construction of the town homes.
- As always lots of sidewalks and paths are always a plus!
Cons (no project is ever perfect for everyone):
- Very, very tight living. You are giving up lots personal space to live at Oaklawn. The Townhouses are for the most part built back to back and front to front with little greenery in-between for privacy. This is of course just fine if you have lived in an urban setting like Georgetown or Alexandria.
- Parking, parking, parking. This always comes up as an issue when I talk to buyers and sellers who live in town home communities. I think this neighborhood will be no different.
- The Plane, the Plane! You better like planes if you want to live at Oaklawn. Leesburg Airport is not some small regional airport that has the occasional turboprop fly in. Planes fly in and out at all hours of the day and night. I’ve seen everything from Gulfstream’s to a B-52 Bomber, to a helicopters and light experimental planes land at the airport. I personally love planes and enjoy naming them as they fly in and out with my son. Our personal favorites are the WWII planes that call Leesburg home. Also, there are several flying schools that teach out of the Airport. There is nothing like watching a new student pilot try to land in heavy winds. Again, you better like planes or its going to get old quick and Leesburg Airport is NOT going anywhere anytime soon!
If you are thinking of Oaklawn you might also want to checkout Brambleton, South Riding, and Greene Mill Preserve. For resells checkout Tavistock Farms, Greenway Farms and Potomac Station.
Want more information of these communities or others in the area? Call or email me!
Take care,
Chuck
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Obviously you do not live in Oaklawn. The airport is of no consequence as their is no disturbing “noise” from corporate jets. We live in townhomes not single family residences that really only allow you to open a window and touch the home next door. Oaklawn in upscale, convenient and marketable. We have several new businesses coming into this location, including the new Walgreen’s which is at the corner or Sycolin and Battlefield Parkway. We have a lovely daycare center that is rated 5 Stars for those with small children. Adjacent to the Walgreen’s we have a new nail salon, learning center and Chinese take-out. Each month we find a new surprise awaiting us as businesses open.
And “No” we are not like Goose Creek…the same old same old traditional townhome facades. Each section of Oaklawn is different. Are they pricey? You bet. But you get what you pay for and you really should refrain from making comments when u don’t live there. Resident of two years.
Hi Joey, Thank you for your comment. I’m sorry that you disagree with my post. I actually live very close to your neighborhood( within 2 miles) and have worked with Pulte in the past. I respect the fact that you took the time to reply to my blog so I will leave your post for everyone to read.
Thank you again for your time!
Chuck