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Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: April, 2013

In April 2013, 132 homes sold between $1,850,000-$194,900 in the Vienna and Oakton area.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: April, 2013

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What Housing Slump?

Real estate experts explain the rise in luxury condominium sales

When a retired couple decided it was time to leave their sprawling suburban home, they wanted to downsize without giving up luxury. As a result, they purchased a high-end condominium and hired Bethesda, Md., based interior designer Kelley Proxmire of Kelley Interior Design to create a serene and sophisticated space.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: March, 2013

In March 2013, 69 homes sold between $1,498,850-$194,900 in the Vienna and Oakton area.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: March, 2013

McLean Kitchen and Garden Tour Planned for May 1

On Wednesday, May 1 (rain date: May 2), the Woman’s Club of McLean will mount the community’s first Kitchen and Garden Tour.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 57 homes sold between $1,400,000-$173,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: February, 2013

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Decorating for Easter

Easy ideas to welcome spring into your home.

From floral arrangements that burst with pastel blooms to candles that fill one’s home with scents reminiscent of warm weather, local style experts offer suggestions for accents that welcome spring.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: January, 2013

In January 2013, 65 homes sold between $1,402,735-$184,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: January, 2013

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Oakton Home Renovation Wins 'Contractor of the Year'

Clever space plan and rustic interior capture kudos for Sun Design Remodeling.

Converting a previously finished lower-level into a suite custom-configured to satisfy the sometimes contrasting wishes of a five-member Oakton family recently won Sun Design Remodeling of Burke a “Contractor of the Year” Grand Award for “Best Residential Basement Interior.”

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: December, 2012

In December 2012, 83 homes sold between $2,275,000-$215,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: December, 2012

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: November, 2012

In November 2012, 88 homes sold between $1,473,500-$183,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: November, 2012

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Home and Remodeling Show Comes to D.C. Area

Nationally Syndicated Columnist Heloise and local contractors will educate homeowners.

Whether you’re planning to renovate an entire house, update an antiquated bathroom, create a more functional kitchen or simply add more color to your home, there will be inspiration and ideas aplenty at the 2013 Home and Remodeling Show.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: October, 2012

In October 2012, 80 homes sold between $1,420,000-$220,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.

Vienna, Oakton Home Sales in October, 2012

Teaching Children to Help Prepare Thanksgiving Dinner

Local chefs share tips and culinary traditions.

Susan Limb recalls spending the Thanksgiving days of her childhood in the kitchen with her grandmother, mother and two sisters. The family’s holiday ritual and the smell of a thyme- and butter-dressed turkey roasting in the oven are ingrained in her memory.

Getting Organized for Thanksgiving

Local experts offer a survival guide.

Jill Mahon is hosting her family for Thanksgiving next week, which is, of course, the kick-off of the holiday season. But for Mahon, the holidays herald an organizational nightmare.

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Local Real Estate: July 2012 Top Sales in Great Falls, McLean, Oak Hill, Reston, Oakton and Vienna

Local Real Estate: July 2012 Top Sales in Great Falls, McLean, Oak Hill, Reston, Oakton and Vienna

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