Sold With Kathleen

01/24/2023

✨ SOLD in Sycamore Hill ✨

Congrats to my awesome clients on the sale of their Leesburg townhome. We listed this home just before the holidays and were flooded with interest!

Multiples offers later, these sellers were under contract above list price with great terms in what many were referring to as a “bad” market.

I was personally thrilled to receive a text from the buyers agent passing along this message from his broker “Tell Kathleen I think she did a super job with the photos and the presentation!." Huge shout out to CPV Real Estate Media for making me look good 🙌

Inventory is LOW and buyers are eager again! If you’re thinking of selling, we should definitely chat because there is a fabulous window of opportunity now and I’m not sure how long it will last!

539 Tuliptree Square Northeast, Leesburg

12/16/2022

JUST LISTED in Sycamore Hill!

Listed at $489,900

3 (official) Beds | 3.5 baths | Over 2000 finished sq ft

Literally walking distance to the new Leesburg Home Goods (coming soon...I hope!) and the best little cafe, Dolce & Ciabatta. What else could you need?!

This beautifully updated townhome is perfectly located and open Sunday 12-2!

539 Tuliptree Square Northeast, Leesburg

06/24/2022

✨ JUST LISTED ✨

285 Golden Larch Terrace
Leesburg, VA 20176

Listed at $529,900

✔️ BRAND new roof
✔️ New fence
✔️ Refinished deck
✔️ HVAC & Furnace replaced in 2019
✔️ Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, Quartz counters & more
✔️ Renovated bathrooms
✔️ Upgraded flooring
✔️ Recessed lighting & upgraded light fixtures

This home defines “move-in ready”! Schedule your private showing today 🏡

Kathleen Stakem
RE/MAX Distinctive
[email protected]
703-597-6093

05/13/2022

COMING SOON!

3172 Cantrell Ln. Fairfax VA 22031
Listed at $695,000
4 beds | 3.5 baths | 1840 sq. ft

Stunning end unit townhome located in pictures Stonehurst, right in the heart of Fairfax! This townhome has been perfectly updated from top to bottom. Click the link below for more details, information, and photos!

Active for showings 5/19 - preschedule your private showing today!

www.3172cantrell.com

UNBEATABLE HOME in an UNBEATABLE LOCATION! Nestled into picturesque Stonehurst, this all brick, end unit townhome has been renovated from top to bottom. Enter on the main level to beautiful luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main and upper levels and continue to find your dream kitchen. From...

01/24/2022

Last Friday I had the chance to sit down with Steve Miller Embrace Home Loans and dive deep into what *exactly* is happening with our local real estate market and most specifically with interest rates.

You can find the whole video here: https://youtu.be/v1NIFrqzvXw

The biggest takeaway for me was the impact that just a small bump in interest rates can have on your monthly payment and on your total interest paid over the life of the loan.

I took a short clip of our video and posted it below. If you are on the fence about making a move, this is worth the 4 minutes of your life to watch! Housing prices are continuing to climb (although not predicted to climb at the same rate they did last year) and interest rates are doing the same. This might be the best time for a long while to take a leap of faith and dive into the real estate game.

If you're a seller, inventory is at a crazy low and I can promise you, you won't regret selling right now!

If you're a buyer, interest rates are predicted to keep climbing throughout 2022, so I'd jump on it earlier rather than later.

If you are a move-up buyer and plan to sell your current home and buy another, this is literally PRIME TIME!

On the fence? Let's chat! DM me to call/text 703-597-6093.

01/06/2022

2022 REAL ESTATE MARKET PREDICTIONS 🔮

The ball has dropped and so have the predictions for the 2022 real estate market!

While I don't have a crystal ball, I do have a disco ball, data, and predictions from some of the leading market forecasters.

If you're thinking of buying or selling in 2022, save this post and DM me any questions you have!

For starters, Danielle Hale, Realtor.com chief economist said: We expect a whirlwind 2022 for the housing market. So what does that mean?

Here is a summary of this year’s market predictions.

Don’t wait to buy real estate, buy real estate and wait - Home prices are still on the rise after on top of 2021 highs.

Buyers who didn’t find a home in 2021 are going to want to lock in their interest rates sooner than later this year as mortgage rates are expected to see a gradual uptick. That means putting your house up for sale earlier in the year rather than waiting until Spring might be a smart move to capture those buyers.

If “buy my first house” is on your list of 2022 goals, you’re going to want to be prepared sooner than you think. With 45 million + millennials at prime home buying age, the market is expected to remain competitive, especially in entry level price points. Having a full understanding of your home buying budget, areas you want to buy in and specific wants and needs, in advance is going to be critical to compete with other buyers in this year’s market.

Builders ramping up production will create a small increase in housing inventory which is good news for buyers. Every house counts!

Renters are going to want to fire their landlords! Rent is projected to increase 7.1% which will be a strong motivator for first time home buyers.

Overall, many experts predict rising mortgage rates, rising home prices and rising rent that will continue to make housing affordability an issue in 2022.

The best advice I have for you this year is to have a real estate agent in your back pocket who can keep you up to date on the local market and help to prepare you as much as possible for your 2022 real estate goals.

As always, I’m just a phone call, email or text (or better yet, a coffee date!) away! 703-597-6094

SOURCE: https://www.forbes.com/sites/brendarichardson/2021/12/13/experts-predict-what-the-housing-market-will-look-like-in-2022/?sh=543adbed3942

12/20/2021

S•O•L•D 🏡 🎉

Navigating the local real estate market is almost like riding on a roller coaster. Just when you think you know what it’s doing, it takes a turn!

During a time of the year that is typically slower moving, this beautiful single family home in the desirable 55+ community, Heritage Hunt, went under contract in 2 days with multiple offers and sold for $27,000 above list price 😮

Thinking of selling? It’s a great time! Let’s chat!

10/08/2021

That feeling when your early Spring 2022 sellers didn’t reach out soon enough to get beautiful fall exterior photos done of their home and now they will be stuck with dreary winter photos and dead plants!

If you’re even remotely thinking about selling between now and May 2022, let’s talk! With very little effort you can have beautiful exterior photos done and will be in great shape when it’s time to list.

09/02/2021

NEW LISTING! Active Friday, 9/3!

745 Vanderbilt Ter SE
Leesburg, VA 20175

List Price $434,900

3 bedrooms | 3 full baths 1 half bath | 1912 sq ft

✅ Brand New Carpet Throughout
✅ Fresh Paint Top to Bottom
✅ Gorgeous Updated Master Bath
✅ Newer Roof
✅ Back Deck & Fully Fenced Backyard

Prime location just minutes from all that Leesburg has to offer!

OPEN HOUSE Saturday 12-2

For more details and photos click this link: https://tours.housefli.com/1897859

08/21/2021

PRICE IMPROVEMENT and OPEN HOUSE Today 12-2!

42819 Conquest Circle
Ashburn, VA 20148

Right in the heart of Brambleton, this 4 bedroom 3.5 bath checks all the boxes!

✔️ Spacious & Flat Lot
✔️ Gorgeous Stone & Stucco Exterior
✔️ Large Trex Deck
✔️ Hardwood Floors
✔️ Main Level Office
✔️ Light & Bright Open Floor Plan

More details & photos https://tours.housefli.com/1883338

07/24/2021

Congrats to my sellers in Arlington on the sale of their awesome 4 level townhouse style condo in Arlington! This transaction was for sure a wild ride! Wishing the buyers many happy memories in their new home 🎉

07/20/2021

Another one ✨ SOLD ✨ in Sycamore Hill, an enclave of just over 400 townhomes located in a prime Leesburg location!

The average sales price on my listings is higher than the average sales price on any other listings in the community this year, and it’s not coincidence!

With a strategic marketing plan which includes professional photos, video & floorplans as well as professional interior staging at NO COST to my sellers, these homes stand out among the competition and sell for more!

As an added bonus, I’m a Sycamore Hill Property owner myself which means I have a vested interest in property values and a strong working knowledge of the community and area amenities!

Thinking about selling in Sycamore Hill (or anywhere else 😉 ), let’s chat!

06/14/2021

💥 SOLD in Sycamore Hill💥

Proud to represent yet another neighbor and seller. What started as a stressful situation for my seller ended in a win-win for everyone and some awesome new neighbors for Sycamore Hill!

Happy Buyers + Happy Sellers = Happy Realtors!

06/13/2021

From ACTIVE to UNDER CONTRACT before we could blink!

Congrats to my rock star seller in Sycamore Hill who listened to all of the advice and had her home perfectly prepared.

Most homes sell quickly in this market but I believe it’s still important to provide professional staging, photography, & videography to my clients at no cost to ensure that they receive the best possible offer with the best possible terms.

If you’re thinking about selling now or in the future, I’d love to chat!

06/05/2021

✨ COMING SOON in Sycamore Hill✨

429 Andromeda Terr SE
Leesburg, VA 20176

Listed at $429,000

This charming Sycamore Hill townhome hits the market next Friday, 6/11. With 2 bedrooms upstairs + an unofficial 3rd bedroom in the basement and 3.5 baths, this truly lives like a 3 bedroom home. Well maintained and FULL of natural light. This home won’t last long!

For more details visit: https://tours.housefli.com/1847277

05/28/2021

This Arlington townhome is ready for new owners! Check out this gorgeous 4 level 2300+ total sq ft 3 bed | 3.5 bath townhome minutes from the Pentagon, Del Ray, 4 Mile Run & so much more!

Listed at $715,000

For more details PM me or visit : https://tours.housefli.com/1836548

05/22/2021

💥ACTIVE TODAY 💥

3054 S. GLEBE RD. ARLINGTON

3 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 2340 total sq ft | private 2 car garage

Listed at $715,000

This stunning 4 level townhome is the perfect combination of space and privacy but just minutes to DC, shopping, dining, and entertainment.

For More Details Visit: https://tours.housefli.com/public/vtour/display/1836548 #!/

05/07/2021

Ending this week with another one SOLD!

We hit some neighborhood sales price records on this small gem of a neighborhood nestled in Vienna. My buyers fell in love with this home the minute they saw it and decided to do “whatever it took” to get the home.

This market is nuts. Closing $210,000 ABOVE list price 🤯😮, my clients are happy as could be to call this beauty home.

03/17/2021

Not much 😴 happening over here lately! It's been a busy 24 hours hours for my buyers and sellers. One listing under contract, one buyer under contract, and one listing closed!

My listing on 594 Tuliptree Sq. NE in Leesburg closed today for the💥highest sales price💥on record in Sycamore Hill at $460,000. Rockstar sellers right there!

So excited for my clients who are trusting me, taking calculated risks, and making moves 🏠

Interested in buying or selling? Let's chat! Want to sell, but afraid that you'll end up homeless? Let's also chat. I have a bunch of tricks up my sleeve and have many clients who have purchased homes even in this very difficult buyers market. It is NOT impossible!

03/04/2021

✨ABSOLUTE SHOW STOPPER✨

Coming Soon - Active TOMORROW!

43258 Warwick Hills Ct. Leesburg
In the picturesque River Creek Country Club
4 Bedrooms | 4 Full Baths | Over 6000 Finished Sq. Ft
Offered at $1,233,000

Updated EVERYTHING! With a gorgeous gormet kitchen, a spa-like master bath, all updated major systems, and an entertainers DREAM covered back porch, this home HAS.IT.ALL.

02/11/2021

✨COMING SOON✨in Sycamore Hill!
594 Tuliptree Sq NE, Leesburg
Offered at $439,900
3 Beds | 2 full 2 half baths | 2,033 sq ft
Active this Saturday!

Featuring a new roof, upgraded stainless steel appliances, fresh paint throughout, and so much more this home is going to make someone very happy!

For more photos, video & floor plan visit https://tours.housefli.com/1778049

01/08/2021

If keeping a tidy home is on your list of New Years resolutions, here are a few tips to keep it simple.

My favorite line, “Tidy People are in a constant state of low-grade tidying, I don’t even think they realize it.” 💁🏼‍♀️ Ask our kids about this one, they just LOVE it 🤪🤣🤷‍♀️

Happy Friday!

I have a high tolerance for disorder. Until I don’t. Two years ago we moved into this fixer upper. It’s a much smaller house than we had before and I could no longer hide my messy ways or sweep them under the cowhide rug, if you will. I started paying attention to how those Tidy […]

10/19/2020

In our house, with 3 kids basically the same age, EVERYTHING becomes a competition!

Join in on our fun and participate in a Virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest. Instructions to enter are below. The judges are fierce, so make sure it's your best work 🤣

Winner gets a $100 Amazon Gift Card!

10/14/2020

OPEN SATURDAY 10/16/20 1-3 PM
42894 Sandy Quail Terrace, Ashburn VA 20148

In the heart of one of Loudoun's most desireable new 55+ communities, Birchwood at Brambleton, this four level townhome boasts it's own private elevator, 3 bedrooms, and ALL THE UPGRADES!

Why wait for new construction when you can pay less to move in now?

Strict Covid-19 procedures will be in place. Only one group to tour the home at a time. All visitors must wear a mask and gloves. Both will be available if you do not have your own.

For more photos and information visit: https://tours.housefli.com/1644746?a=1

09/23/2020

PRICE ADJUSTED to $524,900!

42894 Sandy Quail Terrace, Ashburn 20148

This absolutely stunning 4 level elevator townhome is in the heart of one of Loudoun's most sought after 55+ ACTIVE ADULT communities, Birchwood at Brambleton. Why wait for new construction when you can have a barely lived in 1 year old home?

With upgrades galore, this home will impress!

For more photos, video & floorpan visit https://tours.housefli.com/public/vtour/display/1644746 #!/

09/23/2020

Love this beautiful color of 2021 😍😍

09/22/2020

Happy First Day of Fall! Tis the season for cooler weather, beautiful days, football, and awesome fall colors.

Below are listing photos for a home I listed in February of this year. It was cold & dreary outside but our photos were beautiful because my awesome sellers planned ahead!

Thinking of selling your home in the early part of next Spring? Let's get the ball rolling now so we can take care of all the exterior photos while everything is still so beautiful.

09/14/2020

This weekend we took a trip out to Great Country Farms to pick apples and play on the farm! It was great to get outside for some fall fun.

We LOVE Great Country Farms but for the 5 of us to go it’s $75 just for admission 🤪 I discovered the “season pass” this weekend. For a little less than $200 you can get a family season pass for unlimited visits, plus discounts on produce purchases, and even when the farm is “sold out” of tickets season pass holders can always get in!

Here’s the very best part...this season pass is good through November 2021!

Now I don’t feel guilty going if we only have an hour or so to go and do a couple of the activities, because we can always go back whenever we want.

09/11/2020

💥SOLD💥in Ashburn Farm for TWENTY SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS over list price! Let that soak in. Listed at $685,000 and sold for $711,000 😳

As a Stone Bridge grad, these are my stomping grounds. I'm so happy to see so many of these original owners who have raised their families in Ashburn Farm see these great sales prices!

All the Friday feels on this one 🥰

09/08/2020

My former teacher heart will always love the first day of school, but this year looks a little different for all, including the rising Kindergarteners in our home.

To my teacher, principal, & central office friends, I know you are working harder than you ever have before. To my fellow mom and dads, trying to figure out how you are going to manage this all, I feel you.

One thing is for sure, this will only be possible with lots and lots of coffee! To my parent friends with kids in school and my LCPS/FCPS employee friends, show the barcode below at your local Starbucks for a drink on me. But hurry, because once this card is out, it's out!