ABOUT THE AREA
“My Favorite Thing” About Living in Alexandria
ART & ARCHITECTURE P R E S E N T E D B Y L I S A G R O OV E R
For those of you who have been to my home or office, you know that I LOVE COLORFUL CONTEMPORARY ART! I am thrilled to have found a way to combine this passion with my love of real estate and I call the events...ART & ARCHITECTURE.
“Alexandria has been nationally recognized for its rich history and beautifully preserved 18th-and 19thcentury architecture for many years. Around every corner and in every neighborhood is a picturesque streetscape, a surprising architectural detail, al fresco dining and global cuisine. I love working with our city leadership to shine a light on Alexandria’s diverse and inclusive community, and expand the lens through which we frame American history and uplift undertold stories. With hundreds of independent boutiques and restaurants, an expanding waterfront district and intimate historic museums, it’s no surprise that Alexandria has been named a ‘Top 5 Best Small City in the U.S.’ for three consecutive years by the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards.”
On multiple occasions, I have had the privilege to “borrow” fabulous artwork from two award winning Torpedo Factory artists to stage my listings. The works of Beverly Ryan and Marsha Staiger adorn my own walls, and provided the “WOW” factor for a recent sale in Old Town Alexandria.
Founder, Spotted MP
109 S. PITT ST, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314 | 703.549.9292 | EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
“I’m inspired daily by all of the hard working small businesses that pivoted overnight to survive COVID-19. I love how the community supports their small businesses. #lovelocalOT And, I love how rich in history our town is, yet it is so hip and modern! From our boutiques to our restaurants, we are the coolest spot in the DMV! Megan Podolsky
Business owner and Old Town Boutique District President
REALTOR® | LICENSED IN VA
2020
“The best thing about working and living in Alexandria is the undeniable sense of community. I like to call Alexandria a big ‘Cheers’ bar, where everyone knows your name. Your favorite restaurant knows your order when you walk in. Your favorite boutiques know what you like. You get to know the owners behind the business. You get to support someone’s dream by shopping and supporting local. All of this makes Alexandria great.” Maurisa Potts
l isa g roover NVAR Platinum Top Producer m 703.919.4426 | LGroover@McEnearney.com LisaGroover.com
Waterfront / PHOTO BY BETH LAWTON
Patricia Washington President and CEO, Visit Alexandria
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