It’s beginning to look and feel like the holiday season again! The signs are all around us: Daylight Savings, leaves on the ground, cooler temperatures, Thanksgiving and Black Friday advertisements galore. Needless to say, it’s a busy time of year for everyone. However, these things certainly haven’t stopped new and existing Hampton Roads, Virginia listings from going under contract across the region. During the past 3-4 years, this area has consistently experienced a 4th quarter bump in the housing market. 2011 has proved to be no different.
There are many factors that bring people to Hampton Roads, Virginia during the later part of each year. However, there are two major components that keep them here and convince them to invest in real estate: ample employment opportunities and affordable housing.
Sure, a plethora of military bases across the region helps, but there are plenty of civilian career options as well. Forbes.com recently selected Norfolk, VA. as the number 2 “Best Place to Work After a Military Career”. Thanks to I-64, I-664, the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel and the MonitorMerrimac Tunnel, it’s an easy commute from the Peninsula.
Similarly, Builderonline.com mentioned the area in their mid-year review article. Hampton Roads, VA was among its top 20 Healthiest Housing Markets nation-wide for 2011 and projects the same for 2012.
Are you a current home buyer that’s looking for a community convenient to major employment hotspots such as NASA, Langley AFB, or any of the Norfolk bases or ships? Need a spot that keeps you minutes from Tabb district schools, ample shopping and recreation? Have you always wanted a home with a big country porch and that welcome-home feel from the moment to pull into the driveway?
Then look no further than 410 Coach Hovis Drive in York County, Virginia. Located in the Woods of Tabb subdivision, this well maintained colonial is ready for its new owners and all their holiday guests. Nestled on a .30 acre corner lot at the end of a quiet residential street, the property features a well-established lawn, an in-ground sprinkler, manicured flower beds and plenty of mature trees. In the backyard, you’ll enjoy a custom patio, a 20 x 20 sunroom and a roomy storage shed. Not to worry; there is still plenty of space for kids and pets to play!
Inside, buyers will be impressed by the usage of square footage,bright feel and immaculate condition! The coat closet and half bath are positioned for maximum convenience. The 14 x 13 dining can be accessed from the foyer through french doors; it has a second doorway off the kitchen. There is plenty of room for full dining furniture set. You’ll love the sprawling 25 x 10 eat-in kitchen, complete with rolling island, breakfast bar, tons of cabinet and counter space,a gas stove and full appliance package! Not only is there a huge walk-in pantry but a 2nd storage closet or work station as well! The breakfast nook can easily accommodate a large table with chairs! Even better, the kitchen empties into the sunken 20 x 13 family room! Complete with an inviting fireplace and hearth, you’ll have plenty of room for larger furniture, electronics and more! Plus, the family room has easy access to the screened porch, backyard and oversized 2-car garage. Think of how easy holiday gatherings would be!
Upstairs, this York Co. home won’t disappoint! Bring your California king & large dressers; the 20 x 17 master suite has space and then some! The large walk-in closet also features access to a walk-in attic. Bright and cheery, the master bath features vaulted ceilings, a double vanity, a linen closet, a massive jetted tub, a separate shower and a private toilet! There’s even more walk-in storage space! On the opposite end of the hallway, you’ll find three good-sized bedrooms with ample closet space and the 2nd full bath. The 2nd floor laundry room is sizable, complete with plenty of cabinet and closet storage. No doubt, the overall floor plan makes modern-day living and holiday entertaining a snap!
With a desirable location,move-in ready condition, easy access to ample employment and a resilient housing market, consider 410 Coach Hovis Drive the ideal property to call home this holiday season and many more to come.
To schedule a private showing, please contact The Melton Team with RE/MAX Peninsula at: 757-784-1358 or visit us on the web at TideHomes.com. Erin Melton is a licensed Realtor in the State of VA. Each RE/MAX office is independently owned and operated.
York County Home For Sale
November 21, 2011 By

