Estates in Virginia: Homes for Sale in VA

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From Colonial Virginia to the Early American era to the present day, Virginia has been synonymous with the old southern plantation, and the plentiful estate. With amenities like vineyards, deep water boat docks, woods and fields, formal gardens, and abundant space, the Virginia estate is a legacy of American history which still exists today. Though many of Virginia's historical estates are owned and preserved by historical organizations and the federal government, there are still a surprising number that are privately held estate properties.

Waterfront Estates

Across Virginia there a over 1,000 historical estates. This web site is dedicated to the estates of the southeastern Virginia region, outside Williamsburg and the surrounding counties including Gloucester, Isle of Wight, James City County, York County, New Kent County, Gwyn's Island, Mathews, and more. Waterfront estates may be found in aplenty in the Williamsburg and Chesapeake Bay regions. Much like today, property in colonial times was valued more highly if it sat on the edge of the York or James River, the Chesapeake Bay, or any tributaries of these waterways, which were the Colonial Virginia highways.

Virginia Counties Populated with Estate Properties

Williamsburg was the18th Century Colonial capital of Virginia, so many estates are situated within one days horse journey (approximately 60 miles) from Williamsburg. Today, people relocate or retire to the Williamsburg region because of its culture of living history and celebration of plantation and estate lifestyles and also because of its close proximity to Richmond and Norfolk and Virginia Beach. Many who relocate to Williamsburg and places like King and Queen, Prince George and Henrico counties find the serenity of country estate living is complemented by a short drive to experience culture, fine cuisine, and a wide selection of entertainment.

Preservation of Historic Estates

Keeping in step with historic preservation and renovation, many real estate investors have found that an investment in a colonial estate, waterfront estate, historic property or historic estate is a solid one. It ensures the ownership of a unique property, while the estate purchaser preserves and enjoys the surroundings, architecture, and lifestyle of highly esteemed Early Americans.

Multiple Types of Virginia Estate Properties

EstatesinVirginia.com was developed for the discerning buyer or seller interested in selling or purchasing many different kinds of Virginia Estates. Featuring both Historical and Contemporary home designs for the most discriminating tastes, Estates in Virginia offers a wide variety of Estate and Luxury home styles to choose from. A home buyer can find colonial estates, modern condominiums, and restored historic town squares. Virginia Estate living can transform you to another era in time. Contemporary luxury estates utilize top-of-the-line innovative building methods and materials.

Elaine VonCannon

Elaine Voncannon is a top producing REALTOR in Williamsburg, Virginia and the surrounding region. She specializes in estate sales and purchases and has designed this site to showcase the highest quality properties available in Virginia today. Elaine Voncannon is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, an Associated Buyer's Representative, and an active member of the Chamber of Commerce, where she serves on multiple committees and she serves on several comittees with the Williamsburg Area REALTORS.

Elaine is a versatile agent whose one-on-one attention to each of her clients has earned her a devoted client base. Clients who list with Elaine frequently use her again to acquire investment properties, vacation homes, or to resell their properties. She is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to her clients, and her first priority is finding clients properties to fit their exact specifications. Elaine has a trained team of professionals to help ensure each real estate purchase or sale goes as smoothly as possible.

Elaine Voncannon offers you a wide area to search for your dream home. Elaine belongs to four MLS/IDX search engines that allows you to search for land and properties in the cities and counties of Williamsburg, James City, New Kent, Charles City, King William, King and Queen, Richmond, Henrico, Surry, York, Gloucester, Mathews, Hopewell, Franklin, Goochland, Poquoson, Powhatan, Isle of Wright, Smithfield, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, Petersburg, Prince George, Hanover, and Chesterfield.

Elaine's lifetime of service has made her an integral part of the Williamsburg community. She is an active member of the James City Lions Club, Lions International, James City/Williamsburg March of Dimes, and a portion of each of Elaine's sales goes to support the Miracle Children's Network. She would love to welcome you to the area and help you discover the natural beauty and unique history of the greater Williamsburg and Tidewater regions of Virginia.

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Luxury Homes for Sale in Virginia a Good Bargain

December 27, 2011

Elaine VonCannon, 757-288-4685
voncannonrealestate@cox.net

(Williamsburg, VA) Reduced pricing on real estate listings in Williamsburg and surrounding areas indicates many sellers are still over leveraged and experiencing some sort of financial hardship. Divorce, death and the necessity to relocate also create a need to sell quickly. In Virginia, there are many opportunities to find luxury homes, waterfront estates, historic homes and estate properties. Farms, farmettes, equestrian properties, homes with acreage and waterfront properties are also listed. Many properties are priced to sell and are a good value.

The pressures of the new economy are affecting real estate listings over $500,000. According to Virginia Association of Realtors (VAR), median home values in the Chesapeake Bay and Hampton Roads region of Virginia declined 9.8% since last year; homes prices in Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Chesapeake are reduced 15.9%; and in Richmond, there are 6% decreases. Northern Virginia median home sales prices have increased by 1%.

Foreclosures and short sales are plentiful in luxury real estate. Coldwell Banker recently unveiled a new program for luxury buyers and sellers: Coldwell Banker Previews. This allows luxury buyers a detailed look at exclusive properties. Many real estate professionals recommend casting a wider geographic area for a home search to find the best deals.

Elaine VonCannon, a Coldwell Banker REALTOR, recommends taking a closer look at homes for sale in several areas of Virginia. "Look at waterfront homes in Chesapeake Bay Country and estates and historic homes in Williamsburg, James City County and York County. In York, Henrico and Chesterfield Counties, buyers will find horse farms and estates with equestrian facilities for sale. High end home buyers in these areas of Virginia will find excellent bargains right now," said VonCannon.

"Interest rates are historically low, at approximately 4% for well-qualified buyers," said VonCannon. "This, combined with the sharp reduction in prices for luxury homes in Williamsburg, Richmond, and Tidewater Virginia, creates an excellent opportunity for home buyers," she added.

Although median sales prices for homes are declining in some Virginia real estate markets, the number of home sales across the Commonwealth is stabilizing, according to VAR QE3 2011 report. In Richmond, Southside Virginia, Chesapeake Bay and Hampton Roads, the number of home sales has increased, indicating many real estate investors see now as a good time to buy and find values.

Visit VonCannonRealEstate.com or EstatesInVirginia to view property listings in Virginia. Or call 757-288-4685 to schedule some viewings.