Happy Monday, Northern Virginia!

In this week’s update:

👀 Trump wants his name on D.C.'s new stadium, but that’s not the real story. The bigger play? What this $3.7B project could mean for Northern Virginia’s future.

💰 What just sold for $6.3 million an acre in Leesburg? Northern Virginia just saw $1.3 billion in data center land deals in 48 hours, and one of them shattered records.

🏞️ Virginia just saved a piece of history, but will it become your next state park? The estate where President Monroe wrote the Monroe Doctrine is safe from development, but its future hangs in the balance.

👀 Trump Stadium?
Here's What It Means for NoVA

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Driving the news: Donald Trump reportedly wants the new $3.7B Commanders stadium, planned for the old RFK site, named after him.

The White House hasn’t denied the claim, with the press secretary calling it a "beautiful name" and crediting Trump for making the deal possible.

Details: The stadium, set to open around 2030, is part of the largest economic development in D.C. history.

65,000-seat domed stadium
$2.7B in private investment + $1B from D.C.
Housing, retail, parks, and a sports complex
Projected to create thousands of jobs and long-term tax revenue

Commanders’ owners, led by Josh Harris, are said to be quietly preparing for Trump’s attendance at an upcoming home game and private talks.

Why it matters: While the site is in D.C., the ripple effects are real, and they’re headed straight for Northern Virginia.

The region stands to benefit in four key ways:

Traffic & Transit: New demand will reshape commutes across Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax.
Economic Spillover: Expect boosts for hotels, restaurants, and event services on this side of the river.
Real Estate: Investors and buyers will increasingly eye close-in communities like Crystal City and Tysons.
Regional Identity: A Trump-named stadium across the Potomac will instantly become a political and cultural landmark, further tying Northern Virginia to national attention.

My take: After a lifetime in this region and a career guiding clients through its changes, this feels like another inflection point.

Like National Landing before it, this stadium will set off waves in real estate, transit planning, and how people experience the region.

The key isn’t the politics, it’s the positioning. Smart investors are already watching zoning updates, transit plans, and early buyer opportunities in Alexandria and Arlington.

The bottom line: Whether it’s Trump Stadium or RFK 2.0, the name is noise. The growth is the story. And Northern Virginians who move early could benefit most.

Don’t stop now! SEE MORE DETAILS ABOUT THE STADIUM→

💰 Leesburg’s $615M Land Deal Sets
Data Center Record

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Driving the news: Northern Virginia just racked up another historic land sale. This time, 97 acres of data center-zoned property in Leesburg sold for a record-setting $615 million, or $6.3 million per acre.

Details:

The seller: JK Land Holdings, led by JK Moving Services CEO Chuck Kuhn.
The buyer: An affiliate of SDC Capital Partners, a major digital infrastructure investment firm.
The land: Known as Twin Creeks, the property is already approved for five two-story data centers totaling 1.6 million sq. ft., plus a Dominion Energy substation.

This sale followed Amazon’s $700M purchase of Devlin Tech Park in Bristow just a day earlier, bringing the two-day total to over $1.3 billion in data center land deals across the region.

Why it matters: This is a clear signal that Loudoun County's position as a global data hub isn’t slowing down, even amid growing pushback on further development.

Entitled land is now gold, and investors are paying top dollar to bypass the region’s increasingly tight zoning and power restrictions.

That’s great news for Leesburg: high-value sales like this boost local revenue, increase property values, and keep the region in the economic driver’s seat, all while preserving its historic charm and family-friendly appeal.

Between the lines:
Securing entitlements is now the hardest part of the process. That’s why pre-approved sites like Twin Creeks are drawing bids at eye-watering prices.

The bottom line: Northern Virginia’s transformation from farmland to digital frontier is nearly complete.

It now commands land prices on par with Manhattan, but instead of skyscrapers, it’s filled with data centers powering 25% of U.S. internet traffic.

And that’s just the beginning! CLICK TO KEEP READING→

🎥 This Northern Virginia Town Did The IMPOSSIBLE (Dumfries)

Thinking about moving to Northern Virginia? In this video, I will tell you everything about Dumfries, a town in NoVA that is doing the IMPOSSIBLE in 2026!

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🏞️ Oak Hill Secured: Virginia Inches
Closer to New State Park

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Driving the news: The Conservation Fund has officially acquired Oak Hill, the 1,200-acre estate of President James Monroe, setting the stage for it to become Virginia’s next state park.

Details:

Oak Hill, Monroe’s final home and the birthplace of the Monroe Doctrine, sits in one of the fastest-growing regions of Northern Virginia.
The estate includes forests, meadows, and historic buildings that were at risk of development before the acquisition.
The property also holds deeper historical value, reflecting stories of enslaved Black and Indigenous peoples and early agricultural practices.
More than three million Virginians live within 30 miles of Oak Hill, and plans for the park include hiking, equestrian trails, and heritage tourism.

Why it matters: This move protects an irreplaceable piece of American history from development and paves the way for a state park that would serve both recreational and educational needs in a rapidly expanding area.

It opens the door for Northern Virginia residents to explore land tied to key moments in the nation’s past, while preserving green space in a region under mounting development pressure.

The big picture: While Oak Hill is now safe from private development, its future as a state park depends on approval from Virginia's Governor and General Assembly in early 2026. Public support will be key.

What’s next: The Conservation Fund will partner with the state to secure official state park status. Public advocacy and private funding will be crucial in the months ahead.

The bottom line: Oak Hill is no longer at risk, but its transformation into a public treasure depends on what happens next in Richmond.

Virginians will soon have a chance to weigh in and help shape the future of this landmark.

📊 Our Current Local Market Numbers

The market’s holding steady with a median sale price around $675K, up 12% year-over-year. Homes are taking about 69 days to sell, and the sale-to-list ratio is 98.3%, still a sign of solid demand.

For Buyers: With listings staying active a bit longer, there’s room to negotiate, especially on homes that have been sitting for a few weeks. Still, desirable properties move fast, so be ready with pre-approval.

For Sellers: Price strategically and stay flexible. Demand remains strong, but buyers have options. Well-staged, accurately priced homes are the ones selling quickest.