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The Marque at Heritage Hunt

13550 Heathcote Boulevard

Gainesville, Virginia 20155

 Upscale Age-Restricted Apartment Complex Outside of Washington, D.C. Provides Alternative to Buying Real Estate 

 

 

 

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Rather than purchasing a single family home or a town home at retirement, some retirees would rather lease an apartment, and those seeking luxury should consider the Marque at Heritage Hunt in Gainesville, Virginia (population 4,500), just 40 miles east of Washington, D.C.  This age-restricted (55+) upscale complex offers many of the same amenities as a high-end hotel, all for one inclusive monthly price, and has a total of 200 apartments and 32 floor plans.  Why carry a mortgage when you can lease your retirement home?
 
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Rents begin at roughly $1,465 per month for a one bedroom, one bath apartment with 828 sq. ft. and climb to $1,820 per month for a one bedroom, 1.5 bath unit with 1,027 sq. ft.  While not huge, these elegant and beautifully appointed units have 9-ft. ceilings, gas fireplaces, large bathrooms with seated showers, full size washer and dryers, ceramic tiles in the bathrooms, eat-in kitchens, French doors, King-size bedrooms and a balcony.  Two bedroom, two bath units are $1,778 per month for 1,214 square feet, and three bedroom, two bath units are $2,450 per month and have1,528 sq. ft.   All units require a $500 deposit.  Three month, six month and twelve month leases are available.  Longer term leases are also an option and come with customized perks such as upgraded cabinetry, designer light fixtures and special color schemes.   Call 703-754-7711 or visit www.apartmentsnorthernvirginia.com for more information.  The community is currently offering 10% off of the rental price, and prices are subject to change.

 

The entire building, as well as each individual residence, is equipped with pre-wired smoke alarm and sprinkler systems to ensure the safety of residents.  Parking areas are gated, and security cameras are positioned in the lobby.  Water and sewer are included in the rental price, and small pets are welcome.

And while the residences themselves are very nice, it is probably the services that come with living at The Marque that make it special.   Health and medical services include salon services, nutrition consultation, massage therapy, acupuncture and physical training (weights, swimming, etc.).  Meal services include grocery delivery, catering and meal preparation.  Cleaning services include housekeeping (light or intense) and dry cleaning.  Pet services include dog walking (especially nice on cold winter days), doggie day care and pet sitting.  There are also tours and trips, classes and social events throughout the year.   Interior maintenance is 24/7 and is a great convenience when something breaks or goes out (and something always does).

Shopping, museums, restaurants, historic battlefields and five golf courses are all nearby.   Washington, D.C. is less than a hour to the east and provides all of the exciting big city amenities one would expect.

The climate in this part of the world brings summer temperatures in the 80s and low 90s, and winter temperatures in the 20s and 30s; humidity averages 70%.  The city receives 3 to 4 inches of precipitation per month and the sun shines 50% to 60% of the time.  

Gainesville has a crime rate below the national average.  Prince William Hospital is the primary health care facility in the area and is 11 miles away in Manassas.

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