Category: Announcements

McWilliams|Ballard is proud to announce it has been awarded the lease-up of May|Riegler’s newest development, Blackbird at 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue SE.

Blackbird will feature 167 urban, modern apartments with a variety of floorplan options to include micro-units to 3-bedroom layouts. Residents will enjoy living in a fully amenitized Class-A building with concierge services, resident club room, rooftop pool and terrace with sweeping city views of the Capitol and beyond. On the ground level, renowned Neighborhood Restaurant Group will create and manage The Roost, a culinary clubhouse

that will provide several concepts to entice anyone’s palette. The building is conveniently located just a block from Harris Teeter, Metro and moments to the chic restaurants and shops of Barracks Row, Eastern Market – residents will love exploring all Capitol Hill has to offer in this historic neighborhood on the move.

May|Riegler Properties, a real estate investment, development, and management venture formed by a partnership of CAS Riegler and May Development.  Led by Principals Kevin Riegler and Eric May, the firm focuses on opportunistic investments across a wide range of asset classes including multifamily, hospitality, retail, and industrial/flex properties.

Neighborhood Restaurant Group, a collective of talented and committed restaurant professionals who share common goals: to surpass the expectations of the guests; to open and operate exceptional, distinctive, and conscientious chef-driven restaurants with ambitions beverage programs; and to create idiosyncratic gathering places through the Washington DC Metro area.

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During its 23-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market research used by some of the most renowned developers and investment groups in the country.

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Alexandria, Virginia | July 2^nd, 2019

McWilliams|Ballard is pleased to announce that sales and settlements at Junction Square in the heart of historic downtown Herndon, Virginia have been completed.

Featuring a collection of 20 new modern townhomes in the heart of historic Downtown Herndon, Junction Square offers a variety of townhomes that ranged in size from just under 2,400 square feet for a 4-bedroom / 3.5ba 4-level home to an expansive elevator townhome that featured more than 3,300 square feet at the corner of Elden and Monroe streets. Every home at Junction Square was finished with a superb level of finish including rooftop terraces and expert craftsmanship that filled the eye at every turn.  Owners enjoy a vibrant neighborhood with charming shops, delicious restaurants, and unbeatable access to the adjacent W&OD Trail, perfect for an afternoon bike ride or jog.

“We were happy to repesent Tradition Homes and Junction Square. From the spacious floorplans and unique finishes, each homeowner is going to love living in this renewed center of Historic Downtown Herndon,” says, Ross McWilliams Principal at McWilliams|Ballard.

Tradition Homes combines skill and talent with a passion for creating beautiful homes in Northern Virginia.  Founded by brothers, George and Steve DeFalco, Tradition Homes has been an industry leader with a focus on the homeowner’s needs, innovative design, and a respect for architectural integrity.

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During its 23-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market.

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Washington, District of Columbia | June 27^th, 2019

McWilliams|Ballard is proud to announce the completion of the townhome-style project, The Dawson in partnership with Cradle Development and JMM Builders in the booming neighborhood of Park View.

Located just a few blocks north of Howard University in  Northwest Washington, DC on Harvard Street, The Dawson is a collection of two stunning townhome-style condominium residences offering four-bedrooms with unbeataby spacious layouts.  Each home is highlighted by custom gourmet kitchens, rare designer finishes, quartz counters, spa-inspired baths and double-height ceilings. The homes also featured private rooftop terrace as well as a private patio and secured parking.

“We thoroughly enjoyed representing Cradle and JMM Builders on this project. With both of these selling homes well north of $1.1M, The Dawson proved again that buyers can spot and appreciate the quality construction and thoughtful design” says, Ross McWilliams Principal at McWilliams|Ballard.

The Dawson was developed and constructed by an experienced team of DC-based firms, Cradle Development and JMM Builders.  Known for providing modern, flawlessly executed residences, this team has made an impact in the marketplace by consistently delivering ultra-high quality products to the Washington Metropolitan market in a timely manner.

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During it’s 23-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market research used by some of the most renowned developers and investment groups in the country.

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Alexandria, Virginia | June 26th, 2019

McWilliams|Ballard in partnership with Brookfield Residential is proud to announce the completion of sales and settlements at Del Ray Place Condominium in the Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria, VA.

The boutique collection of 49 homes is located in the flourishing neighborhood of Del Ray and features an ideal mix of 1- and 2-bedroom homes. Each residence featured large, open living and dining areas, premium appliances, spacious owner’s suites with large closets and private bathrooms coupled with nearly every home featuring either a private outdoor balcony or terrace that provides exceptional views of the neighborhood allowing for relaxed outdoor living.

“We were so happy to represent Brookfield Residential during the sales process of Del Ray Place.  This truely unique and new opportunity for home ownership in the charming Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria was a pace leader from the start of sales.  From the spacious floorplans, unique finishes, private outdoor space, and unbeatable neighborhood access we know each homeowner is going to love living here,” says,Chris Ballard Principal at McWilliams|Ballard.

Brookfield Residential takes the time to understand how you and your family live today. They have over 50 years of homebuilding experience to create great neighborhoods, near great schools, that offer amenities like pools, walking trails, green spaces, and more. They craft stylish, current home designs that combine energy efficiency, innovative design, and rich architectural details to create real value for your money.

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During its 23-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market

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Alexandria, Virginia | June 15, 2019

McWilliams|Ballard is proud to announce the start of sales of La Vue at 1440 – 1442 Newton Street in Northwest Washington, DC.

Located in the dynamic Columbia Heights neighborhood, La Vue features oversized modern, multi-level condominium residences hosting spacious 3-bedroom with a den layouts. The upper residences boast large roofdecks and oversized windows that are shaded by lovely green trees. And the lower level homes have enormous patios and a large backyard. The entire collection of well-appointed homes hosts European two-tone kitchen cabinetry with Bosch stainless-steel appliance as well as hardwood flooring. All three and one half bathrooms are finished with rain showers, floating vanities and floor-to-ceiling Porcelanosa tile. These unique residences are finished with whole home Sonos sound systems, a beautiful feature wall and much more.

Nestled on a quiet block just off 14^th Street NW, residents at La Vue are just steps from the Columbia Heights Metro, the DC USA Shopping Center, Giant and Downtown DC. Sales start this weekend and the homes are priced from $849,900.

La Vue was developed and constructed by a team of experienced DC-based firms. The site was originally acquired by Kadida Development and United Investments. This dynamic duo then sought the expertise of Cradle Investments for their design expertise. JMM Builders completed the construction, and McWilliams Ballard is handling sales and marketing.

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During its 23-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market research used by some of the most renowned developers and investment groups in the country.

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Alexandria, Virginia | June 10^th, 2019

McWilliams|Ballard is proud to partner with Bluewater Development and announced the start of sales of The Heights at Brookland at 1018 Douglas Street Northeast, Washington, DC.

Located in the heart of Brookland, The Heights at Brookland is a boutique collection of six well-appointed condominium residences offering spacious 2-bedroom layouts.  Each home is highlighted by custom kitchens with quartz counters, designer cabinetry, spa-inspired baths with lux fixtures and fashionable color palette options throughout.  Most homes feature a private outdoor space and unbeatable access to the Rhode Island Avenue Metro, local restaurants, bars and galleries of the Arts Walk at Monroe Street Market, as well as more peaceful attractions of DC’s “Little Rome” with awash of Catholic churches and sites to include: Saint John Paul II National Shrine, the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land of America.

“The Heights at Brookland is more than a collection of thoughtfully designed homes, The Heights is a phenomenal opportunity for anyone looking to make the move into home ownership,” says Ross McWilliams, Principal at McWilliams|Ballard.  “With attractive price points and an unbeatable location moments from booming Brookland and Monroe Street market, we are not only excited about our initial sales success, but confident the remaining homes at The Heights will quickly be sold to those looking for an incredible deal.”

BlueWater Development is a leading Washington, DC-based real estate investment and development firm that specializes in premium boutique condominium conversions and sophisticated home renovations throughout the DC Metro area

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During it’s 23-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market research used by some of the most renowned developers and investment groups in the country.

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Alexandria, Virginia | May 24^th, 2019

McWilliams|Ballard is proud to partner with May|Riegler Development to announce the commencement of sales at Holm, a 38-unit building located in the heart of the sought-after Logan Circle neighborhood of Northwest, Washington, DC.

Holm offers 38 thoughtfully designed and spacious condominiums in one of DC’s most vibrant neighborhoods just moments from the shops and restaurants of 14^th Street Corridor. Each home offers unique and modern details creating private oases for each homeowner from the hustle outside.   The community offers a large rooftop terrace, secure lobby, private courtyard and garage parking.

“With a long history partnering with May|Riegler, we are pleased to be a part of this new chapter for HOLM as sales get underway,” says Ross McWilliams, Principal at McWilliams|Ballard. “We are looking forward to providing best-in-class condominium residences to those looking for the perfect home in one of the cities most highly desired neighborhoods.”

May|Riegler Properties, a new real estate investment, development and management venture formed by a partnership of CASRielger and May Development.  Led by Principals Kevin Riegler and Eric May, the firm will focus on opportunistic investments across a wide range of assets including multifamily, hospitality, retail and industrial/flex properties.

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During it’s 23-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market research used by some of the most renowned developers and investment groups in the country.

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Perla Sales Launch Celebration to Take Place at Convivial Restaurant on Thursday, April 4 from 6:00-8:00 PM

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – Four Points LLC announced today that sales for its ultra-luxury residential building, Perla, will begin on Thursday, April 4. Located at 810 O Street NW, Perla is an elegant nine-story, 90,500-square foot, LEED gold-certified mixed-use building nestled steps away from the vibrant restaurants, art galleries, and coffee houses in the booming Shaw neighborhood. Perla has 66 designer units and is comprised of one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and two-bedroom + den condo residences that range in size from 716 to 1,850 square feet. Prices for each unit range from the mid-$600,000’s to over $2 million. Perla also has 6,900-square-feet of space devoted for street-level retail along 9^th Street, NW, which could include one, large single user or a mix of operators that consist of restaurants, fitness studios and coworking spaces.

To celebrate the condominium’s commencement, Four Points will host a sales launch event in Shaw’s Convivial restaurant on Thursday, April 4 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Located at 801 O Street NW, the sales kick-off event will feature wine, cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres from the restaurant menu. Guests wishing to attend can RSVP to the sales launch celebration at the following link: www.PerlaRSVP.com.

Fashioned for maximum comfort and space, Perla offers voluminous floorplan layouts with amenities such as kitchen pantries, personal balconies, and laundry and powder rooms. The majority of Perla residences also come equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows and nine-foot ceilings.

While nearly every home at Perla is outfitted with its own private outdoor entertaining space, atop of the nine-story building is Perla’s Skytop Suite. The Skytop Suite is a massive rooftop entertaining space outfitted with a fire pit, daybed and demonstration kitchen. Guests and visitors can enjoy soaring views of the Washington Monument, National Cathedral and the tree-lined streets of the Shaw neighborhood and Logan Circle.

Designed by Phil Esocoff of Gensler, Perla combines stylish finishes with clean lines and abundant light. Curated to provide residents with a peaceful home outside the urban landscape of the Shaw neighborhood, WDG Architecture, the architect firm of record, has implemented Esocoff’s design to ensure comfort, and luxury.

Furthering the theme of overflowing light and luster, famed architect and designer Olvia Demetriou, Principal at HapstackDemetriou+, has designed Perla’s interiors, incorporating a sleek, modern aesthetic. As residents ascend through Perla’s floor levels, the elements and common areas become more radiant. Wide plank French white oak hardwood flooring appears throughout each residence, and Perla’s interior palette includes cream and off-white colors with various rich walnut accents. The kitchens of Perla showcase quartz countertops, waterfall edge countertop islands, custom Italian cabinetry and elite Thermador appliances. Demetriou has designed each residence to serve as a peaceful, quiet home counterbalance to the city life outside.

“With Perla, our team made a deliberate decision to embrace a classical look that we believe will make a strong statement and stand the test of time,” says Steve Cassell, Senior Vice President, Development at Four Points. “Perla offers large, gracious units with generous floorplans featuring elegant detailing and finishes not typically found in the market.  We believe these residences represent a strong step forward for Shaw and those who wish to experience all the wonderful attributes of the 9^th Street corridor.”

Additional best-in-class amenities and features at Perla include:

• Grand eight-foot entry doors to private entry foyers
• Floor-to-ceiling windows outfitted with discreet MechoShades
• Chef-caliber Thermador appliances
• Master bedrooms with walk-in closets
• Dens featuring dramatic “glow walls”
• Commodious bathrooms with double vanities, Grohe fixtures, over-sized bathtubs and dual lighting for a spa-like atmosphere
• Full-size Bosch washer and dryer systems
• Private garage parking with electric car charging available
• Pet-friendly atmosphere
• Bicycle storage with bike wash and repair stand
• Resident owner storage
• Full Time lobby and front desk staff

Perla is slated to fully deliver in Fall 2019 with the first phase of sales beginning on Thursday, April 4. McWilliams|Ballard is handling sales, and due to strong interest and limited availability, is urging interested buyers to schedule their appointments in advance of the sales launch at: sales@perladc.com or http://perladc.com/contact/. For more information on Perla, please visit www.perladc.com.

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About Four Points LLC

Four Points LLC is a real estate development company specializing in mixed-use and urban infill development in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States. Headquartered in Washington D.C., Four Points’ team brings decades of industry leadership to an exciting portfolio of projects.

About McWilliams | Ballard

McWilliams|Ballard is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During its 22-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale.

About HapstakDemetriou+

HapstakDemetriou+ is a creative and spirited architecture and design studio under the leadership of Olvia Demetriou, FAIA and Peter Hapstak III, AIA, two accomplished design professionals whose careers have long been celebrated for their innovation and timelessness. The studio benefits from a diversely talented and experienced group of architects and designers who produce striking and inventive design solutions. Known for designing a full array of project types and sizes, HapstakDemetriou+ takes clients ideas from conception to full realization.

About Gensler

Gensler is a global design and architecture firm focused on strategic research and design shaping the future of cities. Organized into 16 diverse practice areas with expertise covering a broad spectrum of industry sectors, Gensler delivers a wide range of project types for clients around the world, with an innovative research program seeking insights to help solve the world’s most pressing challenges. An employee-owned organization that puts its people first, Gensler was recognized again in 2019 as a Glassdoor Best Places to Work. In 2017, Gensler generated $1.197 billion in revenue, the most of any architecture firm in the United States. As of 2018, Gensler’s global platform operated offices in 48 cities in 16 countries worldwide, working for clients in over 100 countries.

About WDG Architecture

Since 1938, WDG has helped shape the growth of our nation’s capital and the vibrant suburban centers beyond. WDG’s portfolio in the metropolitan area consists of more than 500 buildings, including 40 million square feet of office space and 20,000 residential units. The firm has a reputation for design excellence and is well known throughout the United States and overseas. Recent international projects include developments in Asia and the Middle East.

Alexandria, Virginia | March 27, 2019

McWilliams|Ballard was proud to partner with S2 Development, announcing the completion of sales at The Lucille at 1301 H Street NE in Washington, DC.

Located along the vibrant H Street Corridor, The Lucille hosts a collection of nine stunning condominium residences offering large two-bedroom plus den and three-bedroom floorplans.  Each home is highlighted by custom gourmet kitchens, honed marble counters, spa-inspired baths and luminescent spaces – designed in consultation with Anna Kahoe of GoodWood.  The homes also featured private outdoor spaces and a community rooftop terrace with a sweeping view of the city.

“We were so happy to repesent S2 Development and The Lucille. From the spacious floorplans and unique finishes, each homeowner is going to love living here,” says, Ross McWilliams, Principal at McWilliams|Ballard.

S2 Development is a residential real estate development company based in Washington, DC, who specializes in multifamily and mixed-use development. They pride themselves in creating beautiful, innovative, and timeless residences that contribute to the streetscape of DC. Their goal is to combine creative design with high-quality workmanship to deliver lasting value to their customers.

McWilliams|Ballard, based in Alexandria, Virginia, is a real estate sales and marketing firm specializing in the sales and marketing of new condominiums, townhomes and mixed-use communities. During its 22-year history, McWilliams|Ballard has worked in 13 states nationwide, creating partnerships with developers and builders to provide sales and marketing solutions from project inception to the final closed sale. In addition, the firm also provides consultation and market research used by some of the most renowned developers and investment groups in the country.

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