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Real estate agents Shawn Battle and Matt Leighton talk all things Northern Virginia real estate, trends, and news in the real estate industry.

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June 12, 2026Episode 19930 min

199. These are the top 5 most expensive houses in Arlington in 2026

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt take a look at the top 5 most expensive houses that have sold in Arlington so far in 2026.Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Top 5 Most Expensive Houses that Sold in Arlington in 2026 (so far...)5 (tie). 2318 N Richmond St (Donaldson Run)Price: $2,350,0005 (tie). 4283 38th St N (Country Club Hills)Sold: $3,250,0004. 3115 N Peary St (Bellevue Forest)Sold: $3,350,000Now Active again and listed for $3,574,9953. 3941 N Glebe Rd (Country Club Hills)Sold: $3,480,0002. 3408 N Venice St (Country Club Hills)Sold: $3,530,0001. 2812 24th St N (Woodmont)Sold: $4,548,718Notable Active property:4614 36th St N (Country Club Hills)ACTIVE - Listed for $7,150,000Connect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

June 4, 2026Episode 19835 min

198. Top 10 Biggest Arlington Price Drops of 2026

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the biggest price drops in Arlington, VA so far in 2026. We look at the original list price versus the sold price and review townhouses, condos, and houses in Arlington that all had big price drops. Quick correction: Apparently Matt failed 7th grade math because he calculated the percentages incorrectly, however, the properties remained in the same order, just with slightly smaller percentage drops than what Matt said in the video. Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Top 10 Biggest Arlington Price Drops of 2026 (so far...)10. 3950 27th Rd N (Dover Crystal)Price Drop: 14.5%Listed: $2,750,000Sold: $2,350,000Difference: $400,000DOM: 168 days9. 1401 N Rhodes St 503 (The Corinthian in Courthouse)Price Drop: 15.2%Listed: $395,000Sold: $335,000Difference: $60,000DOM: 72 days8. 3601 5th St S (Stratton House)Price Drop: 15.7%Listed: $249,000Sold: $210,000Difference: $39,000DOM: 67 days7. 2629 Washington Blvd (Lyon Park)Price Drop: 15.9%Listed: $1,249,000Sold: $1,050,000Difference: $199,000DOM: 37 daysThis home was also previously listed for $1,539,000 in August 20256. 24 S Abingdon StPrice Drop: 16.6%Listed: $989,000Sold: $825,000Difference: $164,000DOM: 110 days5. 1830 Columbia Pike 207 (Lancaster Condo)Price Drop: 17.7%Listed: $309,900Sold: $255,000Difference: $54,900DOM: 338 days4. 3000 Spout Run Pkwy A306 (Cardinal House)Price Drop: 17.8%Listed: $243,000Sold: $200,000Difference: $43,000DOM: 141 days3. 1881 N Nash St 2107 (Turnberry Tower)Price Drop: 18.2%Listed: $3.3MSold: $2.7MDifference: $600,000DOM: 152 days2. 231 N Thomas Street 105 (Gatehouse Condominium)Price Drop: 20.6%Listed: $400,000Sold: $317,500Difference: $82,500DOM: 125 dayshttps://www.zillow.com/homedetails/231-N-Thomas-St-UNIT-105-Arlington-VA-22203/68455587_zpid/1. 4223 N Carlin Springs Rd (Townes of Ballston)Price Drop: 22.9%Listed: $1,049,900Sold: $810,000Difference: $239,900https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/4223-N-Carlin-Springs-Rd-Arlington-VA-22203/12072888_zpid/Connect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

May 28, 2026Episode 19729 min

197. Does This MLS Status Hurt Home Sellers?

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss an MLS status that may be hurting home sellers. The Active/Under Contract status - does this help sellers or is it really doing a disservice and giving all the leverage to the buyer?Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Glennda Baker videoFollow Glennda Baker on InstagramConnect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

May 15, 2026Episode 19627 min

196. Is Arlington’s Spring Market Finally Slowing Down?

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the end of the Arlington spring real estate market, listing strategies, and condo market woes.Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Shawn's new listing in the Westover/Lacey Forest area:5410 11th St N, Arlington, VA 22205Similar house around the corner:5537 10th St N, Arlington, VA 22205Comparable home that received multiple offers: 1114 N Inglewood St, Arlington, VA 22205Arlington’s average home price tops $1.06 million in April, a new recordGPS Coordinates in the listing description:2203 12th Ct N Unit 34, Arlington, VA 22201Connect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

May 7, 2026Episode 19540 min

195. We Ranked Arlington’s Craziest Bidding Wars

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the biggest price escalations in Arlington in 2026. This is calculated by taking the difference between the sold price and the asking price.Watch this week's episode on YouTube!10. 1308 N Illinois StreetListed for $1,599,000Sold for $1,795,000Escalated $196,0009. 1022 N Edison StreetListed for $2,200,000Sold for $2,396,000Escalated: $196,0008. 3207 John Marshall DriveListed for $1,800,000Sold for $2,000,000Escalated $200,0007. 5148 37th St NListed for $1,949,000Sold for $2,155,123Escalated: $206,1236. 6020 20th St NListed for $1,499,000Sold for $1,712,204Escalated: $213,2045. 1715 S Nelson StListed for $1,225,000Sold for $1,470,000Escalated: $245,0004. 2307 N Wakefield StListed for $1,389,000Sold for $1,660,828Escalated: $271,8283. 3805 18th St NListed for $1,998,000Sold for $2,307,900Escalated: $309,9002. 3304 23rd St NListed for $1,549,000Sold for $1,900,000Escalated: $351,0001. 3431 14th St NListed for $2,000,000Sold for $2,371,700Escalated: $371,700Connect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

May 1, 2026Episode 19424 min

194. A Reston Condo Just Sold for $10M and We Can't Believe It Either

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the new JW Marriott Residences in Reston and a $10 million dollar condo that just closed at the property, along with other trending real estate topics in Northern Virginia.Watch this week's episode on YouTube!JW Marriott Residences penthouse sells for $10.25M, shattering Virginia condo record (Behind paywall)Reston Penthouse Sells for Record-Breaking $10.25MNeighbors Came on Market at 40k Less Than Our Active ListingConnect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

April 24, 2026Episode 19338 min

193. We Ranked the Best Condos in Arlington VA (Top 10 List)

Looking for the best condos in Arlington? In this video, Shawn and Matt count down the best condos in Arlington, Virginia based on floor plans, amenities, location, vibe, and more. Ranking them from 10-1, Shawn and Matt each came up with their own lists.Shawn and Matt have toured thousands of condos and sold hundreds. No other two agents have the same level of intimate condo knowledge in Arlington.Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Shawn's List:10. The Continental9. 2000 Clarendon8. Residences at Station Square7. The Odyssey6. Residences at Liberty Center5. Clarendon 10214. Turnberry Tower3. Pierce Condominium2. Gaslight Square1. Wooster MercerMatt's List:10. The Williamsburg9. Residences at Station Square8. The Belvedere7. Residences at Liberty Center6. Clarendon 10215. The Odyssey4. Gaslight Square3. Turnberry Tower2. Pierce Condominium1. Wooster MercerConnect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

April 9, 2026Episode 19227 min

192. Arlington’s Real Estate Market Is Heating Up (but not everywhere)

In this episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the spring market in Arlington, VA, what we are seeing in the market, what's working for our clients, and how we see the spring market playing out. Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Just listed: 2343 N Fillmore St, Arlington, VA 22201Connect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

March 20, 2026Episode 19124 min

191. Best Arlington VA Townhomes Ranked (Top 10 Communities)

Looking for the best Arlington VA townhomes? In this episode, Shawn and Matt rank the top 10 townhouse communities in Arlington, Virginia based on location, price, and overall value.Watch this week's episode on YouTube!Shawn's List:10. Ballston Oak9. Glebe House Mews (Waverly Hills)8. Bromptons of Rosslyn & Courthouse7. Bromptons of Ballston6. Rosslyn Key5. Courthouse Hill4. Palisades Park (North Highlands)3. Clarendon Park2. Highgate (Rosslyn)1. Monument Place (Rosslyn)Matt's List:10. Palisades Park & Hillcrest9. Bromptons of Clarendon8. Courthouse Hill7. Bromptons of Rosslyn & Courthouse6. Monument Place5. Ballston Oak4. Bromptons of Ballston3. Rosslyn Key2. Clarendon Park1. HighgateConnect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201

March 12, 2026Episode 19035 min

190. Inside Arlington Real Estate: Clarendon Pricing, New Rosslyn Condos, & Historic Maywood

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about the Arlington VA real estate market, pricing in Clarendon, new Rosslyn condos, and a historic Maywood listing.Watch this week's episode on YouTube! Under 350k in Arlington [Reddit]Plans For One Of Northern Virginia's Largest Condo Projects Move Forward [Urban Turf DC]Connect with Shawn Battlehttp://www.thebattlegroup.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattleBusiness inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.comConnect with Matt Leightonhttp://www.themattleighton.comhttps://www.youtube.com/themattleightonhttps://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/Business inquiries: matt@TheBattleGroup.comShawn BattleLicensed in VA and D.C.Real Broker LLC2300 Wilson Blvd Ste 700Arlington, VA 22201