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About Crystal City 


Located on the banks of the Potomac River with dramatic views of Washington DC and Reagan National Airport, Crystal City is an area in southeastern Arlington County, Virginia centered along a stretch of U.S. Route 1 (Jefferson Davis Highway) just south of the Pentagon, and east of Pentagon City.

Crystal City is the ideal place to work and live. Premier offices and residential buildings, world-class hotels, shopping and dining, all converge along tree-lined streets connected by landscaped parks and an extensive underground shopping and entertainment complex.

The underground essentially is Crystal City, spanning from 15th to 23rd Street, with a mall feel to it. It is possible to walk from one end of Crystal City to the other, shopping or dining along the way, entirely underground - a real convenience in inclement weather.

In addition to the Underground, shopping is a short walk away at Pentagon City Mall and Fashion Centre, anchored by the Ritz-Carlton hotel. With a collection of more than 170 stores and restaurants, including Macy's, Nordstrom, Ann Taylor, Cole Haan, Coach, Banana Republic, J. Crew, Jos. A. Bank, Kenneth Cole, MAC Cosmetics, Sephora, Swarovski Crystal Gallery, and Williams-Sonoma. Restaurants include McCormick & Schmick's, Morton's of Chicago, and Ruth's Cris steakhouse.

Adjacent to the Fashion Centre is the new Pentagon Row, with over 45 retail shops, including Bally health and Fitness, DSW Show Warehouse, Harris Teeter grocery, and an assortment of restaurants from Wolfgang Puck's to sushi, Thai, Vietnamese, Irish, and ordinary hamburger joints.

Arguably the most convenient location in the Washington, DC metro area, Crystal City has stations on the Washington Metro Blue and Yellow Lines, and on the Virginia Railway Express commuter train system (Crystal Drive at 15th Road South). You can travel as far west as Manassas on one line, all the way to Fredericksburg on another, or north to Union Station, where you can catch trains in any direction. Reagan National Airport is 5 minutes away by car.

Crystal City presently has over 6,000 residents, and around 60,000 come to work here every weekday. All of the apartment buildings have internal hallways with horizontally opposed apartments, forcing neighbors to interact with each other more so than would be in an "open" building.

Crystal City offers and ice skating rink from November through mid March, summer concerts, and live music. There are nine parks, public volleyball courts, two sport and health clubs, and a connector trail that leads bikers and pedestrians to the paths and greenery of the GW parkway, along the Potomac river.

 


Crystal City Buildings


Crystal Gateway

1300 Crystal Drive

The Most Enviable Address in Virginia.
Answering the need for ultimate luxury and convenience, Crystal Gateway residences equal, and in many instances surpass, the fine homes to which our owners are accustomed.

The first condominium building ever offered in Crystal City, with 30 foot living rooms, 40 foot balcony terraces, 22 foot master bedrooms, two-story duplex penthouses, and apartments that wrap around three sides of the building, Crystal Gateway condominiums are, without question, among the finest apartment homes ever produced.

Arrive through an elegantly appointed sky-lighted lobby, with a receptionist desk attended 24 hours a day to unprecedented appointments: Imported kitchen cabinetry finished with incredible precision; built-in penthouse skylights; built-in wet bars; completely marbled and mirrored bathrooms with oval platform tubs; marbled shower stalls; bidets; double-vanities; balcony views of city lights at night, and the panorama of the Potomac from the Monuments to Wilson Bridge in the day. And that is just the beginning.

A self-contained urban environment, Crystal City offers its own magic world of unprecedented convenience and sophisticated luxury. Shopping centers, office buildings, towers, Metro station, a dozen restaurants, movies, night clubs, banks, medical services, hotels, parks, plazas, gardens, underground parking garages, even a climate-controlled pedestrian tunnel system which connects the entire complex, are all just steps away.

On the edge of downtown Washington, next to the Pentagon and Reagan National Airport, Crystal Gateway is just across the street from the 75-store Crystal Underground shopping village, 2 short blocks from the Crystal City Metro station, and just a few minutes from the 14th Street bridge, Old Town Alexandria, and the Beltway.

 
Crystal Gateway Floorplans
The Capital
The Federal
The Jefferson
The Lincoln
The Potomac
Penthouse 1
Penthouse 2
Penthouse 3
Penthouse 4
Penthouse 5
Penthouse 6
Penthouse 14










Crystal Gateway Recent Sales History ("Comps")
Date Price Beds Baths Unit #
6/30/2008 $1,200,000* 2 2 1202S
* (Highest Price ever received for any condo in the Crystal City area.)
6/12/2008 $770,000 3 2.5 406
5/6/2008 $440,000 2 2 1310S
2/27/2008 $730,000 3 2.5 805S
2/15/2008 $437,000 2 1.5 1508
12/20/2007 $400,000 1 1.5 1408
9/29/2006 $675,000 2 2 1304S
5/31/2006 $745,000 2 2 PH1S
5/25/2006 $735,000 2 2 1706S
4/28/2006 $595,000 2 2 910
3/31/2006 $689,000 2 2 1604S
11/10/2005 $885,000 2 2 PH 7S
9/15/2005 $589,000 2 2 401
8/16/2005 $590,000 2 2 1010S
7/27/2005 $875,000 2 2 PH8S
5/31/2005 $603,000 2 2 507S
5/12/2005 $885,000 2 2 1202S
3/31/2005 $570,000 2 2 1410
3/30/2005 $715,000 3 2 909S
3/18/2005 $585,000 2 2 707S
12/17/2004 $620,000 3 2 1009S
12/6/2004 $525,000 2 2 701S
10/25/2004 $515,000 2 2 504S
9/30/2004 $662,500 3 2 506S
8/11/2004 $714,900 3 2 602S
7/20/2004 $695,000 3 2 202S
6/4/2004 $800,000 4 3 PH 10 S
4/30/2004 $449,900 2 2 1301S
12/19/2003 $500,000 2 2 904
12/1/2003 $409,000 2 2 207S
10/30/2003 $520,000 3 2 909S
8/29/2003 $590,000 3 2 1705S
8/25/2003 $399,000 2 2 210S
6/17/2003 $475,000 3 2 1309
6/12/2003 $740,000 2 2 PH5S
5/5/2003 $375,000 2 2 401
4/30/2003 $495,000 3 2 1006S
3/25/2003 $369,000 2 2 501
1/20/2003 $425,000 2 2 PH13S
1/7/2003 $500,000 3 2 1606S
12/9/2002 $465,000 3 2 305
10/22/2002 $355,000 2 2 1110S
10/1/2002 $350,000 2 2 701
6/10/2002 $665,000 2 2 1202S
6/7/2002 $499,900 3 2 1105S
6/3/2002 $438,000 3 2 1609S
5/24/2002 $380,000 2 2 1207S
4/30/2002 $490,000 3 2 1605S
4/29/2002 $329,000 2 2 1401S
2/28/2002 $319,000 2 2 1201S
7/27/2001 $322,000 2 2 1010S
7/24/2001 $497,500 2 2 PH7S
6/29/2001 $365,000 2 2 PH14S
6/18/2001 $350,000 2 2 1707
5/23/2001 $420,000 3 2 1709S
5/7/2001 $430,000 3 2 705S
2/28/2001 $415,000 3 2 506S
10/20/2000 $239,000 2 2 1201S
9/29/2000 $315,000 2 2 1309S
8/25/2000 $312,000 3 2 709S
7/28/2000 $230,000 2 2 501S
6/7/2000 $339,000 3 2 605
3/15/2000 $212,000 2 2 301S
2/28/2000 $240,000 2 2 504S



Crystal Park
1805 Crystal Drive


On the banks of the Potomac, on the brink of the world's most important city, Crystal Park is home. A greened and very quiet part of a most exciting world, with unmatched views that of Washington's monumental horizon, and every convenience, service, amenity, or comfort you require.

From the sweeping, curved architectural lines to its grand lobby entrance, the attention to detail, quality, Crystal Park offers the ultimate in style, luxury and convenience. This premier residence combines a panoramic view of the Potomac and the Washington monuments with the conveniences of in-town living. Underground parking, receptionist and front desk service, party and club rooms, an exercise room, an outdoor pool in a beautifully landscaped setting, men's and women's saunas, 24-hour security and a grand two-story wood paneled entrance are among the Crystal Park's many fine features.

Located in Crystal City, Crystal Park offers immediate access to the area's many fine shopping, recreation and commercial facilities, and the extensive complex of shops, convenience stores, medical offices, health clubs, theaters and restaurants -- with the Crystal City Metro Station only a few steps away!

Additional Features:

  • Secured underground parking
  • Large outdoor parking area for guests.
  • Storage area.
  • Two zone heat and air conditioning with humidifiers and electronic air filters in some units.
  • Sensor-card security system.



    Crystal Park Floorplans
    Claremont
    Baxter
    Camden
    Regent
    Lfayette
    Riverside
    Elysian
    Bradbury
    Overton
    Griffith
    Columbia
    Grammercy
    Palisades
    Caswell
    Garrett
    Windsor
    Fairmount
    Acadia





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    Recent Sales History ("Comps")
    Date Price Beds/Baths Unit #
    July 28,2008 $789,900 3 / 2 1112S
    * (Highest Price ever received for a Crystal Park condo.
    July 28,2008 $635,000 3 / 2 813
    4/17/2008 $439,000 2 / 1 1101S
    4/24/2006 $244,105 1 / 1 410S
    2/24/2006 $351,000 1 / 1 915
    2/3/2006 $350,000 1 / 1 914
    12/5/2005 $375,000 1 / 1 217S
    11/14/2005 $360,000 1 / 1 416S
    10/18/2005 $680,000 3 / 2 713S
    9/23/2005 $575,000 2 / 2 311
    9/21/2005 $505,000 2 / 2 805
    9/15/2005 $400,000 1 / 1 1116S
    8/25/2005 $375,000 1 / 1 815
    7/28/2005 $640,000 2 / 2 811S
    7/20/2005 $529,000 2 / 2 918S
    6/28/2005 $529,000 2 / 2 1105S
    6/28/2005 $680,000 2 / 2 509S
    5/26/2005 $635,000 2 / 2 408 S
    4/29/2005 $350,000 1 / 1 515
    4/29/2005 $355,000 1 / 1 214
    3/30/2005 $415,000 2 / 1 302
    1/20/2005 $610,000 3 / 2 813
    10/29/2004 $619,000 3 / 2 413S
    9/30/2004 $401,000 2 / 1 802S
    7/21/2004 $425,000 1 / 2 818
    7/21/2004 $585,000 2 / 2 609
    6/28/2004 $335,540 1 / 1 216S
    6/7/2004 $693,000 3 / 2 1112S
    5/24/2004 $510,000 2 / 2 411S
    5/17/2004 $283,700 1 / 1 303S
    2/27/2004 $355,000 2 / 1 901S
    1/30/2004 $495,000 3 / 2 313
    1/29/2004 $299,000 1 / 1 614S
    10/15/2003 $231,450 1 / 1 1115S
    9/19/2003 $380,000 2 / 2 505
    8/29/2003 $460,000 2 / 2 308S
    8/1/2003 $239,900 1 / 1 1117S
    4/15/2003 $218,000 1 / 1 1103S
    3/3/2003 $340,000 2 / 2 505
    2/28/2003 $229,900 1 / 1 204S
    2/25/2003 $360,000 2 / 2 218S
    1/10/2003 $316,200 2 / 2 305S
    12/23/2002 $430,000 2 / 2 509S
    12/20/2002 $195,000 1 / 1 404S
    12/10/2002 $425,000 2 / 2 1011
    11/1/2002 $207,000 1 / 1 303S
    10/30/2002 $210,000 1 / 1 1116S
    8/30/2002 $185,000 1 / 1 303S
    8/27/2002 $192,000 1 / 1 903S
    6/28/2002 $205,000 1 / 1 216
    1/31/2002 $185,000 1 / 1 602S
    1/22/2002 $210,000 1 / 1 310S
    11/30/2001 $165,000 1 / 1 504S
    10/31/2001 $155,000 1 / 1 603S
    8/20/2001 $170,000 1 / 1 416
    8/17/2001 $201,000 1 / 1 1002S
    8/16/2001 $151,300 1 / 1 1103
    7/31/2001 $350,000 2 / 2 511
    7/2/2001 $160,000 1 / 1 617
    5/30/2001 $195,000 1 / 1 210
    3/30/2001 $289,500 2 / 2 206S
    10/3/2000 $185,000 2 / 2 1018
    9/28/2000 $260,000 1 / 1 607S
    8/30/2000 $180,000 2 / 2 218
    8/11/2000 $130,000 1 / 1 1004
    7/31/2000 $202,500 2 / 2 207S
    7/31/2000 $165,000 1 / 1 1102
    5/22/2000 $127,000 1 / 1 404S
    4/28/2000 $255,000 2 / 2 1107S
    4/27/2000 $125,000 1 / 1 314S
    4/20/2000 $156,000 1 / 1 502S
    3/20/2000 $272,000 3 / 2 606S
    3/17/2000 $120,000 1 / 1 1104


    Waterford House

    1200 Crystal Drive

    Dramatic foyer entrances, luxury kitchens with imported cabinetry Italian marble European master baths, the enviable privacy of only four residences per floor, and just a few minutes Metro ride to Washington, DC. are a few of the reasons Waterford House should be your next luxury residence.

    The shops, Fashion Center, theatres, nightclubs, parks, and convenience to Reagan National Airport, two Metro lines, and major roadways make Crystal City the most convenient location in the DC Metro area, and Waterford House is one of the most ideally located buildings.

    Luxury Features 

    Master Bathrooms
    Italian marble walls, floor and tub platforms in Bianco Carrara white
    Fully mirrored tub and vanity walls
    Five-and-a-half foot American Standard Roma bathing pool
    Separate shower with Astrojet head and Ultra-Mix balancing valve
    Italian marble vanities with custom cabinetry
    Double medicine cabinets
    Concealed toothbrush dispensers, chrome magazine rack
    Fan-forced Heat-a-Vent light in Master Bath
    Theatre Lighting
    American Standard one-piece toilets

    Secondary Bathrooms
    Ceramic tile
    Theatre Lighting
    American Standard one-piece toilets

    Kitchens
    Custom designed with Imported German Alno cabinets with linen-look laminate finish, contoured edges a wide range of drawer sizes and uses, built-in lazy susans, sliding tray drawers, post-formed no-drip countertops, heavy gauge twin stainless steel sinks, and space for an in-kitchen table.

    Appliances
    GE self-cleaning oven and deluxe range
    GE spacesaver built-in microwave oven
    GE isde-by-side refigerator with exterior ice dispenser
    GE 12-cycle dishwasher

    General
    Individually controlled water-to-air heat pump system
    Double-glazed, thermal and sound insulated windows and balcony doors
    Separate heavy-duty full size White-Westinghouse washers and dryers
    Color coordinated storage cabinetry in laundry closets
    Plush carpeting
    Prewired for Cable Television

    Amenities
    Marble Lobby with 24-hour attended desk
    Executive Exercise Room
    Lounge with Wet Bar
    Party Room with Kitchen Facilities
    Only four residences per floor
    High-speed elevators
    Electronic access systems for all common areas
    Garage parking space included with every residence
    Metro station within two blocks
    75-store Crystal Underground Shopping Mall
    Dozens of service and specialty shops in Crystal City
    Hotels, restaurants, movies and night clubs at your door
    Crystal Park Skyline Health and Racquet Club next door







    Waterford House Floorplans
    The Madison
    The Adams
    The Potomac
    The Jefferson

     








    Waterford House Recent Sales History (“Comps”)
    Date Price Beds/Baths Unit #
    12/3/2007 $379,000 1/1 1411
    10/17/2007 $710,000 2/2 1712
    10/2/2007 $1,041,000 3/3 1413
    4/3/2006 $890,000 3/3 313
    10/11/2005 $499,900 2/1 1714
    9/21/2005 $799,900 3/3 213
    3/31/2005 $405,000 1/1 311
    3/7/2005 $425,000 1/1 811
    10/20/2004 $685,000 2/2 1212
    10/4/2004 $429,900 2/1 1614
    9/30/2004 $851,000 3/3 913
    9/30/2004 $675,000 2/2 1412
    1/30/2004 $350,250 2/1 914
    10/28/2003 $275,500 1/1 1211
    7/29/2003 $310,000 1/1 1014
    7/29/2003 $552,500 2/2 1112
    2/27/2003 $255,000 1/1 1411
    12/16/2002 $600,000 3/3 413
    12/12/2002 $265,000 2/1 1614
    9/30/2002 $643,000 3/3 1013
    5/29/2002 $235,000 1/1 711
    5/20/2002 $245,000 1/1 1111
    5/1/2002 $615,000 3/3 1313
    9/28/2001 $201,500 1/1 1111
    7/2/2001 $325,000 2/2 212
    4/30/2001 $215,000 2/1 1214
    3/10/2001 $209,000 2/1 514
    3/9/2001 $507,500 3/3 1313
    12/30/2000 $475,000 3/3 1613
    12/19/2000 $154,388 2/1 1414
    12/19/2000 $136,000 1/1 1111
    12/19/2000 $160,000 2/1 1614
    12/15/2000 $315,000 2/2 912
    11/21/2000 $205,000 2/1 1714
    8/11/2000 $297,478 2/2 712
    7/21/2000 $132,000 1/1 811
    7/14/2000 $130,000 1/1 1311
    3/24/2000 $259,000 2/2 212

     

     

     

     

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