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"I do not write many reviews, but I am doing so for Nate because I feel I owe him one. He shepherded me through what had to be one of the most difficult and complicated first-time home-buying experiences ever. I know a lot of agents can say they are understanding when it comes to buyers like me, but I feel my circumstances were particularly trying and really showed his dedication to his work.1. Narrowing the search:I was looking for an affordable one-bedroom apartment. With the help of the polygon map search tool on the Capital Park Team website, I identified several attractive properties in the Southwest Waterfront. I then went in search of a realtor and interviewed several before ultimately selecting Nate. Nate is personable, direct, and has expert knowledge on the history and management of many of the major properties in the neighborhood. He patiently and diligently explained to me the differences between coops and condos, both in terms of fee structure and how to factor in utilities, taxes, and any underlying mortgage. We went on several visits to Southwest and must have toured more than a dozen units before I made my decision. I did not sign a buyer agency agreement until I had selected a unit and was ready to make an offer. It turns out the search was not to be the hard part of the process.2. Getting to a contract:The unit I wanted was in a coop that had such a low owner-occupancy rate my regular bank would not provide financing. Nate helped me to find a new lender that had a good reputation at the co-op and was willing to take the loan, and got the necessary documentation together so I could get preapproved. He then produced comps to help me build an offer (which ended up being much lower than my original guess). After coming to terms with the seller on price, one big unknown remained: the tenant. Nate had warned me about the potential complications given DC tenant rights, and we made signing the TOPA affidavit a condition of the contract. Still I went more than a month without any confirmation the tenant was actually going to leave. During this time Nate mediated discussions with the seller and helped to manage my anxiety as I fretted over when to give notice on my own apartment and meanwhile watched new units come on the market.3. Getting to closing:Closing was ultimately only delayed by two weeks, but that is where my real troubles began. The week before closing I started getting calls from my lender (not the original loan officer, but the mortgage processors in the back office) asking for last-minute paperwork. After each call they assured me I was now ready to go. However, the day of closing, with both parties at the table and me with my 20% down payment in hand, and despite numerous phone calls and confirmations that very morning, my lender simply failed to show. Nate negotiated a pre-settlement occupancy agreement with the seller (since I had contractors lined up to start painting that weekend) and worked with the settlement company to reschedule for the following week. He also played nanny to the lender in the interim, ensuring that this time when they said the paperwork would be ready it actually was.Buying your first home is stressful enough, but thanks to an uncooperative tenant and an unfathomable lender, my experience was particularly nerve-wracking. Through it all Nate was a constant source of support and guidance. And while it may have taken longer than I would have liked, I am very happy with my new apartment. It also needs to be mentioned that Nate did all of this for a relatively low-end client (under $300K) which just shows that he cares about the job. We went for drinks afterwards to celebrate.I would not hesitate to recommend Nate Ward and Capital Park Team to anyone looking to buy in DC." Read More

1206 Tatum Dr, ALEXANDRIA

$1,100,000

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3 Beds

2½ Baths

2,264 Sqft

.48 Acre

10 Parking

Welcome to this fine mid-Century rambler on nearly half an acre and on a cul-de-sac in Villamay! Enter through the double doorway into the slate foyer where you will be greeted by a wall of windows in the LR overlooking the manicured and blossoming backyard with a lighted waterfall. From the foyer, turn left and enter the family room which includes a cozy wood-burning fireplace. This communicates with the renovated kitchen complete with a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, plenty of cabinet space (with slow-close and pull-out larger drawers) and recessed lighting. From the kitchen you have the option to visit the powder room, the dedicated laundry room, the attached garage or enter the formal dining room. From the spacious dining room, go through the Pella sliding door and dine al fresco on the covered porch, watch a sports game (TV mount conveys) or just enjoy the fresh air. Speaking of the outdoors, the yard has beautiful gardens, French draining, a soothing stone waterfall, an 8x12 storage shed with electricity, and is fully fenced. Exterior lighting with motion detectors is on 3 sides of the home. On a clear winter day, you can even get a glimpse of the Potomac River, the National Harbor, and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. There is also a bald eagle nest, home to two bald eagles, also in sight. Nature is truly all around. The living room is showered with natural light and has a second independent wood-burning fireplace. The sleeping quarters are well-designed to be on the other side of the entertainment zone. It consists of the master ensuite with an oversized walk-in closet and a full bath with a standing tiled shower, and two more large bedrooms with a full bath with a tub. Transform two bedrooms easily into three bedrooms thus updating the home into 4 beds/2.5 bath. Gleaming wood floors throughout, ideal for one-level living. The 420sf unfinished basement is perfect for storage or as a wine-cellar. Tons of parking with the two-car garage and a circular driveway for up to 7 cars (plus the cul-de-sac parking). The home is South-facing, excellent for future solar panels. Minutes away from Old Town Alexandria, marinas, restaurants, and parks. Run, don’t walk! This won’t last!

Essential Information

MLS® #VAFX2170770

Price$1,100,000

Bedrooms3

Bathrooms2.50

Full Baths2

Half Baths1

Square Footage2,264

Acres0.48

Year Built1968

TypeResidential

Sub-TypeDetached

StyleRancher

StatusActive Under Contract

Community Information

Address1206 Tatum Dr

SubdivisionVILLAMAY

CityALEXANDRIA

CountyFAIRFAX-VA

StateVA

Zip Code22307

Amenities

Parking Spaces10

ViewTrees/Woods

Amenities

Built-Ins, CeilngFan(s), Entry Lvl BR, Master Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors

Parking

DW - Circular, Asphalt Driveway

Garages

Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Heating90% Forced Air

CoolingCentral A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)

FireplaceYes

# of Fireplaces2

FireplacesScreen, Gas/Propane

# of Stories2

Stories2 Story

Has BasementYes

BasementUnfinished

Appliances

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven/Range-Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater

Exterior

ExteriorBrick and Siding

Lot DescriptionRear Yard, Private, Cul-de-sac

FoundationCrawl Space, Slab

Exterior Features

Extensive Hardscape, Water Falls, Stone Retaining Walls, Exterior Lighting, Patio, Fenced-Fully, Fenced-Rear

School Information

DistrictFAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Additional Information

Zoning130

Condo Fees$0

HOA Fees$0

Listing Details

OfficeI-Agent Realty Incorporated

Property History

Apr. 27Status Changed from Active to Active Under Contract

Apr. 11Price Reduced from $1,150,000 to $1,100,000

Apr. 4Status Changed from Coming Soon to Active

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