MikeandTara4RealEstate

05/12/2026

Resort-style Living in Potomac Shores!

New to the Market for Rent | 17255 Herring Gull Lane, Dumfries, VA 22026

Available for occupancy 8-5-26. 1 and 2 year lease acceptable. Get ready for vibrant and convenient living in the amenity-filled Potomac Shores golf course community in Dumfries, VA.

- 4-level immaculate residence with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 full baths
- Finished loft that can serve as a 5th bedroom with balcony access
- Located across the street from the stellar Jack Nicklaus Golf course clubhouse
- Very close to Quantico, I-95 and near Belvoir

New tenant will be proud to call this “Home”. Brought to you by Tara Houston, Broker Associate, eXp Realty. For inquiries: 571-212-4898 or [email protected]

04/14/2026

📊 March 2026 DMV Housing Market Update🏡

The spring market is heating up across the Washington, DC Metro area. Here’s a brief look at how the Washington, D.C. Metro (DMV area) housing market is performing compared to March 2025:

🏡 Closed Sales: 3,818 ⬆️ 5.2%
💰 Median Price: $635,000 ⬆️ 1.6%
📈 Active Listings: 8,610 ⬆️ 4.6%
⏳ Days on Market: 11 days ⬆️ 3 days
✍️ Pending Sales: 5,213 ⬆️ 5.3%
👀 Showings: 109,513 ⬆️ 2.8%

Key Insights: Buyers continue to show more activity with the number of new pending sales increasing by 5.3% and showings up 2.8% compared to a year ago. Sellers are re-engaging heading into the spring 2026 market brining more inventory, and closed sales are on the rise. Homes are still selling relatively quickly throughout the DMV area as reflected by the median days on market at 11. Home prices are still rising but not skyrocketing with just a 1.6% median increase compared to March 2026. We’re seeing an active but cautious spring market, and the right strategy and expert consultation matters more than ever for home sellers and buyers.

If you're considering selling, buying, investing, or just exploring options for this spring or summer, is here to help you navigate the current DMV real estate market with confidence! Serving VA, MD and DC. Call/Text us at 703-623-9629 or email [email protected]

03/18/2026

We’re grateful for another stellar review!

They valued our expertise and consultation for the March 2026 sale of their Glen Burnie, MD home, and we are thrilled that they had a wonderful and successful experience! We love practicing what we teach and producing the results our clients desire.

03/16/2026

📊 February 2026 DMV Housing Market Update🏡

Here’s a quick look at how the Washington, D.C. Metro (DMV area) housing market is performing compared to February 2025:

🏡 Closed Sales: 2,890 ⬇️ 2.2%
💰 Median Sold Price: $610,000 ⬆️ 2.2%
📈 Active Listings: 7,612 ⬆️ 11.0%
⏳ Median Days on Market: 22 days ⬆️ 11 days
✍️ New Pending Sales: 3,622 ⬆️ 3.9%
👀 Showings: 81,039 ⬆️ 3.0%

Key Insights: Buyer activity is starting to increase as mortgage rates have fallen to a 3½-year low, which helped push pending contracts higher and could signal the beginning of the spring market. Inventory is improving but still historically limited. Prices are still rising, but at a moderate pace, and homes are taking longer to sell. Both sellers and buyers have opportunities to win guided by expert consultation and sound strategies.

If you're considering selling, buying, investing, or just exploring options for this spring or summer, is here to help you navigate the current DMV real estate market with confidence! Serving VA, MD and DC. Call/Text us at 703-623-9629 or email [email protected]

02/12/2026

📊 January 2026 DMV Housing Market Update 🏡

The Washington, D.C. Metro (DMV area) housing market started the year with a shift in momentum compared to January 2025. Check out the key market performance indicators and insights at how DMV real estate market performed since January 2025:

🏠 Closed Sales: 2,450 ⬇️ 10.3%
💰 Median Sold Price: $585,000 ⬆️ 4.8%
📈 Active Listings: 7,142 ⬆️ 18.0%
⏳ Median Days on Market: 36 days ⬆️ 13 days
📉 New Pending Sales: ⬆️ 1.9% (early sign buyers may be reengaging)
👀 Showings: 76,810 ⬆️ 1.7%

Key Insights: Inventory is improving, giving buyers more options than this time last year. Prices are still rising overall. Homes are taking longer to sell, signaling a more balanced and strategic market. With mortgage rates easing recently, we could see a more active spring market, however economic uncertainty may keep both buyers and sellers cautious. In this current market, thoughtful strategy matters more than ever.

If you're considering selling, buying, investing, or just exploring options for 2026, is here to help you navigate the current DMV real estate market with confidence! Serving VA, MD and DC. Call/Text us at 703-623-9629 or email [email protected]

01/19/2026

01/13/2026

The wait is over!

The highly anticipated Quartz District Stanley Martin townhomes and condos in Woodbridge, VA are in construction with Spring and Summer 2026 deliveries!

Our last home buyers settled and closed out the Potomac Shores Stanley Martin community in December 2025. Don’t miss your opportunity to get in early in the Quartz District! Ready to make a move and build new? We can help. Reach out and let’s chat. 703-623-9629, [email protected].

01/09/2026

New Price for the New Year!

Immaculate and resort-like living in the gated Woodbridge, VA Potomac Club community, delivering exceptional value! One of the largest floor plans in the amenity-filled community with 2,502 square feet of eye-pleasing living space in this 3 bedroom and 2.5 bath residence. Move-in ready.

Community Amenities:
-Grand clubhouse with a fitness center, 5-lane indoor lap pool, and sauna
-Large outdoor pool with a jacuzzi/spa pool
-Multi-purpose basketball court
-Catering kitchen and rock climbing wall

More to see and experience! See for yourself and schedule a tour.
Open House - Sunday, January 11th | 1-4 PM | 2595 Eastbourne Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191

Brought to you by Tara Houston, Broker Associate, eXp Realty. Offered at $449,900. For inquires call/text 571-212-4898 or email [email protected] MLS: VAPW2105996

10/13/2025

📊 September 2025 DMV Housing Market Update🏡

The latest figures show a shift in the real estate market across the Washington D.C. Metro (DMV) area since September 2024. Check out the key market performance indicators and insights.

✅ Closed Sales: 3,894 - up +4.4% from last year, boosted by slightly lower mortgage rates.
💰 Median Sold Price: $600,500 - up just +0.3%, signaling flat price growth across the region.
⏳ Median Days on Market: 21 days - up 10 days from last year, meaning homes are taking longer to sell.
🏠 Active Listings: 10,993 - up +39.1%, giving buyers more options.
📉 New Pending Sales: 4,348 - down -3.3%, showing some buyer hesitation amid economic uncertainty.
👀 Showings: 90,805 - relatively stable, down slightly from this time last year.

Key Insights: More homes are hitting the market, prices are holding steady, and motivated buyers can benefit from increased inventory and easing rates. Sellers should focus on pricing strategically and maximizing marketing exposure.

Whether you're selling, buying, or just exploring options, is here to help you navigate the shift in DMV real estate market with confidence! Serving VA, MD and DC. Call/Text us at 703-623-9629 or [email protected]