Core Real Estate Partners

Jeff is opening the doors at 261 Blue Ridge Drive this Saturday from 12 to 2PM. Tour six bedrooms, enjoy mountain views, three fireplaces, a sunroom, then walk downtown Orange for lunch and a wander. It's the best way to get a feel for what living here actually looks like.

SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE
JUNE 6TH | 12 - 2 PM

261 BLUE RIDGE DRIVE, ORANGE, VA
$599,000 | MLS # 677192

JEFF MATTIE 434.466.8256

Open House | Central Virginia Real Estate | Orange, VA

Kimberly is used to helping families navigate busy, high-stakes moments when a lot is happening at once, while still keeping everyone focused on what matters most.

So it’s not surprising she thrives in real estate situations like this.

Earlier this year, she helped these clients purchase 8 McIlew Lane. Now, with the sale of 424 Oak Avenue complete, their move is officially a full circle.

Buying a home is one thing. Buying one while preparing another for market is where things get complicated fast — timelines, logistics, and a lot of decisions happening at once.

Kimberly helped her clients stay steady through it all, keeping things organized and moving in the right direction so they could focus on the bigger picture.

We're thrilled for her clients!

If you’re starting to think about a move and wondering how people actually coordinate buying and selling at the same time, Kimberly’s a great person to talk to early in the process.

KIMBERLY MCLAUGHLIN
(434) 531-3616

Local Realtor | Central Virginia Real Estate | Waynesboro, VA | Staunton, VA | Augusta County Happy Clients | Buyer's Agent | Seller's Agent | Core Real Estate Partners | Real Estate Brokerage

Last week's Blue Ridge Home Builders Association golf tournament brought together builders, housing professionals, and community partners for a cause that matters far beyond the golf course, and the golfers managed to keep spirits high despite the rain.

A portion of the proceeds benefited AHIP (Albemarle Housing Improvement Program), a local nonprofit that has spent nearly 50 years helping homeowners access critical repairs and rehabilitation services. Their work helps preserve affordable housing, protect family assets, and ensure more of our neighbors can remain safely in their homes.

It takes a community to do that work. AHIP partners with local governments, nonprofits, volunteers, donors, and industry professionals to create lasting impact across Charlottesville and Albemarle.

We're grateful to the Blue Ridge Home Builders Association for organizing the tournament and to Builders First Source for sponsoring it. Supporting organizations like AHIP is one of the many ways our community comes together to invest in its future. Find more about their efforts at

As for the tournament results: our team apparently plays its best golf when conditions suggest doing literally anything else.

Built in late 2024 and lightly lived in, this Southwood home already includes upgrades that usually come later, such as landscaping, window treatments, and a thoughtfully designed back patio that extends the living space outdoors.

The kitchen sets the tone with black cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a clean, modern feel that carries throughout the home. Large windows bring in natural light, while the finished basement adds flexibility with a 4th bedroom and 3rd full bath ideal for guests, work, or recreation.

The setting is another standout. Backing to woods, a stream, and walking trails, the home feels connected to nature while still being part of one of Charlottesville’s fastest-growing communities. Pearl Certified Gold with a HERS rating of 63, this home blends efficiency and comfort from day one.

Reach out to Andrea for more details or to schedule a showing.

3719 PARADISE PARK LANE, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
$675,000 | 4 BEDS | 3.5 BATHS | 2,990 SQ FT

ANDREA HUBBELL 434.249.9207

New Listing | Charlottesville Real Estate | New Construction | Homes For Sale | Core Real Estate Partners | Cville Homes

Explore this bright end-unit condo just two blocks from downtown Charlottesville. Enjoy beautiful hardwood floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and custom built-ins that provide extra storage and character. The updated kitchen and bath add modern comfort to this charming home, with a covered deck overlookina lush, mature trees.

Visit this Saturday to experience what being two blocks from the Downtown Mall really feels like. Zova will be there from 2 to 3PM

305 NW 2ND STREET UNIT A, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA $414,900 I MLS # 677470

SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE MAY 30 | 2 -3 PM
ZOYA COOPERSMITH (706) 614-0045

Located at 305 2nd Street NW, this end-unit condo in McGuffey Hill is just two blocks from the Downtown Mall yet feels secluded. It borders McGuffey Park and the Art Center, featuring a covered deck with views of mature trees and green space.

The home offers an updated kitchen, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace with a recently added mantle, custom built-ins, and a cozy breakfast nook with leafy vistas. Freshly painted throughout, it includes one dedicated parking space and puts the Downtown Mall at your doorstep.

305 NW 2ND STREET, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
$414,900 | MLS #677470

ZOYA COOPERSMITH (706) 614-0045

New Listing | Condo for Sale | Charlottesville | Homes for Sale | | Downtown Charlottesville | Core Real Estate Partners

The theme across Mark’s recent buyer contracts? His clients are getting guidance on buying a house AND on what’s actually worth paying attention to.

From a UVA graduate student looking for a home that makes everyday life easier, including a bike ride to Grounds instead of a parking battle. To a buyer who could see the long-game potential in a double lot city property headed for a full remodel. To clients relocating from Alexandria who needed more than Zillow screenshots to understand Charlottesville neighborhoods. And another buyer is quietly locking in their next move in Albemarle County.

Mark has a calm way of guiding people through big decisions without overcomplicating the process. A lot of local knowledge, a lot of strategy, and zero pressure, which is probably why his clients trust him with purchases that require a little more vision and patience.

Big decisions feel a lot easier when you have an experienced Realtor in your corner. Reach out to Mark if you’re thinking about making a move.

MARK MACDONALD
(970) 331-2933
[email protected]

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