There’s something about looking at water — whether it’s a river, a pond, a lake or an ocean — that gives vacation vibes. Research by the University of California, Davis, shows that looking at bodies of water provides physical and mental health benefits such as lower blood pressure and a lower heart rate, as well as relaxation.
Looking at water may seem like a luxury reserved for millionaires and billionaires or people who live in beach towns, but it’s possible to find a home with a water view for less than you think. (Of course, it may not meet the standards of Dan Snyder’s River View Estate, but not many people can afford to spend $50 million to catch a glimpse of the Potomac.)
We found three examples of homes with a water view for under $1 million in D.C., Maryland and Virginia.
Which one would you choose? Or, have a comparison you’d like to see in an upcoming column? Let us know at metro@washingtonsun.com.
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The listing: 45 Sutton Square SW, Unit 605
The price: $829,900
The specifics: This one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo in the VIO building includes a den and has 840 square feet. Monthly condo fees are $1,111.
The vibe: Cool condo in a buzzy urban location.
What makes it special: Floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony offer water views in this high-rise at The Wharf. The condo includes an upscale kitchen, a living room with a stone fireplace, wide plank flooring, an in-unit washer and dryer and extra storage. Building amenities include a saltwater infinity pool overlooking the Washington Channel, a fire pit and a fitness center. The location is in the thick of waterfront entertainment and recreation options, including live music venues, restaurants, shops and a variety of festivals and activities. The condo is also within walking distance of the L’Enfant Plaza and Waterfront Metro stations.
Agent: Andy Peers, TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
Maryland
The listing: 13911 Piscataway Dr., Fort Washington
The price: $799,999
The specifics: Built in 1997, this single-family home has five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 3,618 square feet on 2.6 acres. No HOA fees.
The vibe: Privacy under the trees.
What makes it special: The house is across the street from Piscataway Hills’ community waterfront park, which has boat ramp access to Piscataway Creek and storage for kayaks and canoes. The house has three outdoor living spaces including a roof deck with three-season water views, and the grounds include mature trees and a fire pit. The house features exposed-beam ceilings, walls of windows, skylights, plenty of natural light and a loft overlooking the living space. French doors connect the indoor spaces with a deck. The finished lower level has another living area, a bedroom, a full bath and a private entrance for an in-law suite or a potential rental unit.
Agent: Catelin Schwarz, NextHome Envision
Virginia
The listing: 8267 Clifton Farm Court, Alexandria
The price: $697,000
The specifics: Built in 1978, this end-unit townhouse includes three bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. It has 2,655 square feet on three levels. Monthly HOA fees are $154.
The vibe: Waterfront oasis in a suburban community.
What makes it special: This townhouse is one of just two in the First River Farms community located directly adjacent to water access for kayaks, canoes and fishing boats for Little Hunting Creek, which connects to the Potomac River. The main-level kitchen, which has an adjacent sitting area with a fireplace, opens to a deck overlooking the creek, and all three bedrooms on the upper level have water views. The walkout lower level has a den with a fireplace, a bonus room and a full bathroom. The property includes a shed under the deck to store boats and outdoor equipment.
Agent: Kimberly Fazio, Corcoran McEnearney
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