Susan Klein, Realtor

10/20/2026

The Autumn Advantage! Fewer competing listings—more spotlight on your home. With many buyers aiming to close before the holidays, the Compass Buyer Demand tool shows where interest is hottest, so you can price with confidence. Prefer a softer start? Private exclusive lets us share your home without accruing days on market. Ready for your Autumn edge? Let’s talk.

10/17/2026

Tonight, a flash mob of zombies will take over Old Town! At 5 pm on Lower King Street, a large group of zombies will perform Michael Jackson's "Thriller." All proceeds are being donated to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, a local foster-based organization that helps animals find their forever families. Old Town is always spectacularly festive during Halloween, and this is a great way to get out and celebrate the season!🧟‍♀️🎃👻🧟‍♂️

On the evening of Saturday, Oct. 17, onlookers on lower King Street might feel like they've been transported into a Michael Jackson music video. Coldwell Banker Realty real estate agents Barb Scheeler and Rachel Knapp are coordinating a "Thriller" Zombie Flash Mob in the unit block of King Street in...

10/15/2026

This weekend, Penny Post in Old Town is hosting a Sticker Crawl, a new Halloween sticker event where participants can collect unique, collectible stickers from participating Old Town shops. To participate, stop by Penny Post to buy the limited-edition sticker book, then start collecting! Some shops will include special and/or discounted treats. Also, Saturday night Cinema Del Ray is screening Toy Story 5, and next Wednesday, Visit Del Ray is hosting its monthly Cocktails & Connections event at Evening Star Cafe's Front Porch and Mobius Records.

10/14/2026

Staging for the season isn’t about decorating for a holiday; it’s about creating a feeling. 🍂 From warm lighting to neutral decor, these simple tips make your house feel like a home. Swipe to see how to prep your home for sale this Fall.

10/10/2026

Here is a roundup of October events in Del Ray and Old Town. The Spooky Season is here! 🍂🎃👻

10/08/2026

This weekend is the Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market, Gustave Boulangerie's Art & Craft Market, AND Paws in the Park 2026! Paws in the Park is a great pet-friendly festival at Oronoco Bay Park benefiting the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Enjoy entertainment and live music, activities, food and drink, shopping, adoptable animals, and the most adorable costume contest ever. With so much happening around Del Ray and Old Town this weekend, be sure to stop by one of our great farmers' markets while you enjoy the beautiful fall weather!

10/05/2026

Fall is here, and adding any of these gentle seasonal touches to your home will instantly ramp up the coziness. 🍂🍁

10/03/2026

Crooked Beats is back on the Avenue at a new location. They had their soft opening last weekend, and it was a great success. I'm so glad they found a way to stay in the neighborhood!

New and used vinyl available online from our Crooked Beat Records store in the DC Metro Area.

10/01/2026

This weekend is Art on the Avenue! Del Ray's most attended event of the year brings artisans, crafters, collectors, bakers, live music, and great food and drink to the Avenue. Don't miss it! In addition to Art on the Avenue, this weekend is Carlyle House Historic Park's Spooky Season Family Fun Day, with Halloween-themed crafts and activities. I also want to highlight a new Farmers' Market in our area: the Kingstreet Station Farmers' Market, which meets every Thursday from 3-7 pm through the end of October. Located at the base of the King Street Metro Station, It's a great opportunity to shop fresh fall produce on your way home from the office. If you prefer your farmers' market shopping on the weekend, you can always shop at Del Ray Farmers' Market or Old Town Farmers' Market, Alexandria, VA 🥕🍁🍆

09/30/2026

Everyone is distracted by pumpkin spice and costumes, which is exactly why serious buyers strike now. Less competition, more leverage. Message me if you are ready to start your search this spooky season. 👻🎃