If you’re a first-time homebuyer, then you’re likely wondering what locations in the Washington metropolitan area have the best deals. Let’s pretend your budget is $400,000. How many bedrooms can you get in D.C.? What about Rockville? Here’s the scoop.
Prince William County, Va.
A single-family colonial built in 2003, 16513 Telescope Lane in Dumfries boasts six bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 0.147 acres of lawn. Attractive amenities include a gas fireplace, two-car garage and fully finished basement. This home is located just off Interstate 95, with a 10-minute drive to Woodbridge and a 40-minute drive to D.C. The homeowner association-managed neighborhood, Spy Glass Hill, is a mere 20 minutes from the outdoor glories of Prince William Forest Park.
Montgomery County, Md.
A colonial town house built in 1992, 10106 Vanderbilt Circle in Rockville has three bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a 0.04-acre postage stamp of a lawn. The large back deck, finished basement and one-car garage help make up for the size of the yard. The town house, located near I-270, is an eight-minute drive from Gaithersburg, 10 minutes from downtown Rockville and 35 minutes from downtown D.C. The Decoverly Adventure Homeowners Association is responsible for keeping the neighborhood friendly, and the Washington Woods Park is only five minutes away.
Washington, D.C.
A new condominium unit at 440 Rhode Island Ave. NW is on the market for $399,000. The unit is 1,075 square feet with two bedrooms and two full baths. Look for European-style cabinets, Silestone countertops, high-quality stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, and your own washer and dryer. Parking is available as well. The location is three blocks from the Shaw/Howard University Metro station on the Green and Yellow lines and just a few minutes’ walk from the nightlife on U Street.
