Kettler’s West Village Of Shirlington Townhomes Offering Free Smart Fortwo Pure With Home Purchase

July 17, 2008 - (RealEstateRama) — Kettler has announced the grand opening of the newest section of condominium and townhome residences at The West Village of Shirlington and on July 26, 2008, from 12 to 4 p.m. guests will have the opportunity to test drive the trendy new SMART vehicles at The West Village of Shirlington Test Drive Event.

“This property gives residents the ultimate in condominium and townhome-style living,” said Jamie Gorski, Kettler’s Chief Marketing Officer. She adds, “Arlington is hip and sophisticated and West Village’s proximity to Shirlington and other trendy Arlington hot spots makes it one of the most popular places to live.” The West Village of Shirlington is located less than a mile from I-395 and is convenient to transit routes. Driving a SMART car will make it even easier to get around this urban area. For those who want to leave the car at home, there is morning and evening shuttle service to and from the Pentagon Metro Station.

SMART is a member of Mercedes-Benz Cars. To date, over 900,000 smart vehicles have been sold in 36 other countries throughout the world. In January 2008, the United States became the 37th country to sell the smart fortwo. SMART of Alexandria recently opened to strong demand and throngs of curious customers who were eager to drive these unique little cars. The smart fortwo pure gets up to 38 miles to the gallon and to show off further, can fit in the tightest of all parking spots.

Guests at the grand opening will also have the opportunity to tour West Village’s spacious amenity area featuring the largest outdoor pool in Arlington County. Club West is an innovative, multi-level clubhouse offering residents a sports pub and billiards room, library and athletic club. The debut of the new Pottery Barn model townhome will also be held during the event.

The condominiums and townhomes at West Village of Shirlington come complete with Bruce® hardwood floors, GE® stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and custom built-in closets.

The 528-unit property is central to the ongoing revitalization of the Shirlington area and is located within walking distance of the restaurants and entertainment at The Village of Shirlington including a new Harris Teeter™ grocery store, Busboys & Poets, Cake Love, the Signature Theater and the Arlington County library.

About Kettler Based in Northern Virginia, Kettler is a leading developer of award-winning, mixed-use residential and commercial properties across the Washington Metropolitan area. In 2007, Kettler was named one of the area’s largest private companies by the Washington Business Journal and is one of the nation’s top multifamily developers. Kettler has developed more than five million square feet of commercial space and more than 50,000 homes. The company was named NAHB’s Property Management Company of the Year at the 2008 Pillars of the Industry Awards. Current projects include urban and transit-oriented developments, multifamily housing, commercial and mixed-use developments and resort communities. For more information please visit www.KETTLER.com.

 

 

 

 

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