Neighborly Love at Arcadia Run

Posted on October 28, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

Living at Arcadia Run has many, many benefits. Aside from our new luxury apartment homes with the latest features and finishes available, and our masterfully planned community that only continues to grow, residents at Arcadia Run also have great neighbors – each other!

Our residents choose Arcadia Run for the same reasons: to live among like-minded professionals, families, retirees, and students that appreciate a luxury apartment in a bustling town with so much to do. And of course, those who want an apartment community that can keep up! Without a doubt, these shared mindsets help make the newest neighbors fast friends. And, according to Apartment Guide, one of our favorite sources for all-things-apartment-living, these are a few of the reasons why you should get to know your lovely neighbors at Arcadia Run:

Borrowing:

Ever been in the middle of a recipe when you realize you’re short on one ingredient? Believe us, you’re not the first, but if you’ve kept in touch with your neighbors, chances are they’ll be happy to help you out. It’s a part of being a good neighbor!

Murphy’s Law:

Murphy’s Law says that anything that can go wrong, will go wrong. A flat tire, lost keys or a missing pet can all be easily remedied with a little help from your neighbor!

Pet Sitting:

Arcadia Run is a pet friendly development, so it wouldn’t be uncommon for your neighbor to love your furry friend as much as you do. If you ever have to go out of town last minute, a pet-loving neighbor might not mind watching over your pet for the weekend. That’s the beauty of a community!

Babysitting:

Aside from easily finding a pet-sitter, living in an apartment community also opens up a huge resource for potential babysitters. If you and your partner want a night out on the town – without the kids – knowing your neighbors on a personal level will certainly give you more options.

Party Time:

Who doesn’t love a good party? If you’re planning on having company one night, or looking for a few more to play a card game, you’ll have plenty of friends nearby to include!

Cooperative Efforts:

Lastly, when you know your neighbors on a personal level, it’s easy to team together and accomplish something great. That might be organizing carpools to work, starting a dinner club, or initiative efforts in the greater Manassas area.

Here at Arcadia Run, we provide even more ways for residents to grow their friendships with each other. Seasonal events, like the Annual Taste of Prince William County or the annual Fall Festival, are great ways for the entire Arcadia Run community to get together and have a good time.

Who wouldn’t want to join a welcoming apartment community like Arcadia Run? And now, there are even more options for potential tenants. Phase II is now leasing, adding to our already diverse selection of luxury apartment designs. Take a look at floor plans here – we can’t wait to welcome you to the neighborhood!

Source: Apartment Guide

Small-Town Charm & Big-City Opportunity

Posted on October 15, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

You know what the best part of living in Manassas, Virginia is? (Besides living in a new luxury apartment home at Arcadia Run, that is!)

It’s that this area has so much to offer residents, while still managing to maintain its small-town charm that won our hearts over in the first place – certainly a rare find in today’s apartment market!

Small-Town Charms

Farmer’s Markets – who doesn’t love a good farmer’s market every weekend? With the freshest produce from the region’s local farmers, these pop-up markets are a cherished part of anyone’s weekend routine. The next one opens on October 16^th at the Loy E. Harris Pavilion; only a few more weekends left before the market closes its doors for the winter!
Historic downtown Manassas has all the draws of a town incorporated in 1873. Architecture reminiscent of yesteryear, historic sites, interesting museums and so much more.
More small town fun comes in the form of community events at the Harris Pavilion, exhibits at the James & Marion Payne Memorial Railroad Heritage Gallery, and tours of the Old Courthouse!

Big-City Opportunities

Manassas is an ideal town to live in because of the various opportunities available for residents. Employers among the likes of Micron and Lockheed Martin offer employment in our town, pushing this area forward as one for development.
And, not only is Manassas itself a major hub for employment, but living here gives residents access to the entire DC Metro area, where the job opportunities are virtually endless. Close to I-66 and the Virginia Railway Express, Arcadia Run is in a prime location for commuters!

Living in a new, luxury apartment at Arcadia Run just makes sense. And, when you can live in an extraordinary town like Manassas, the choice is a no-brainer! Take a look at our newest apartment models available for leasing, part of Phase II of Arcadia Run. Complete with granite countertops, updated appliances, luxury features and finishes, and plans for extraordinary community amenities, Arcadia Run is the place to be!

Spotlight On: Education in Manassas (Part II)

Posted on October 2, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

Arcadia Run apartments have a number of benefits to offer their residents—one of which is its ideal location in Manassas, VA. Manassas is part of Prince William County, which was recently named one of the Nation’s 100 Best Communities for Young People by America’s Promise Alliance . Prince William County was awarded this honor as it offers an array of educational opportunities for its residents, ranging from excellent preschool and kindergarden programs to exceptional high school and college educations. The top notch primary and secondary schools and continued education opportunities in Prince William County factored into America’s Promise Alliance’s decision for this award.

There are a number of opportunities to continue one’s education in Prince William County—be it through one of Prince William County School’s Adult Education Programs, pursuing a degree at the local George Mason University campus or enrolling in courses at Northern Virginia Community College’s Manassas or Woodbridge Campus.

Prince William County School’s Adult Education Division in Manassas offers support to the community in a number of ways. This office is home to a number of study aids intended for the GED exam in addition to teaching basic computer skills, housing english as a second language sessions, offering support in math, reading and writing.

Northern Virginia Community College’s Woodbridge and Manassas Campuses offers a variety of distinctive academic programs and degrees to continue one’s education including business management, fine arts, massage therapy, and photography. The Woodbridge campus sits on 109 acres with 11,000+ students enrolled each year, and Manassas campus has over 10,000 students enrolled each year.

George Mason University’s Prince William campus was established in Manassas in 1997. GMU’s Prince William campus is home to over 4,000 students and sits on 134 acres with state of the art facilities laboratories, libraries and buildings for the arts among others. The Prince William campus was GMU’s third Northern Virginia campus—providing convenient university access for residents in the area. Academic programs available at GMU’s Prince William campus include: Nursing, Systems Biology, Science, and Recreation, Health & Tourism.

The continued education offerings in the greater Manassas area are substantial both in quantity and scope. One could improve their computer skills with a class through the Adult Education Division of Prince William County Schools, supplement their knowledge in photography through a course at one of Northern Virginia Community College’s campuses, or work towards a degree in Recreation, Health & Tourism at George Mason University’s Prince Williams campus. The top notch primary and secondary institutions, in addition to the continued education opportunities in the Manassas area are two of many reasons Arcadia Run’s location is so attractive. Come out to Manassas to check out Arcadia Run’s luxury apartments today!

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Spotlight On: Education in Manassas (Part I)

Posted on October 1, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

When deciding between homes, a major factor for some families are the condition and caliber of schools in the area. However, this is not an issue for residents of Arcadia Run as the development is located in Manassas, VA—a city in the Brentsville School District which is part of the Prince William County School (PWCS) System. In addition to the local public school offerings, Manassas is also home to a number of private institutions.

Prince William County was recently named one of the Nation’s 100 Best Communities for Young People by America’s Promise Alliance. This title was awarded to Prince William County as it offers a wide array of educational options ranging from preschool and kindergarden, to high school and college.

The Prince William County School System educates 83,802 students annually in 93 locations across the county. Though the county is rather large, all 10 of PWCS’s high schools continue to be ranked in the top 7% of 27,000 high schools nationwide according to Newsweek and The Washington Post. Each PWCS high school offers specialty programs that are open to students across the county, regardless of their district. PWCS have received the Governor’s Award for Educational Excellence three years in a row, in addition to 40 of their schools named Schools of Excellence and leading the nation in the implementation and use of technology in schools—receiving a top-ten ranking for four years in a row. A number of individuals on the PWCS staff have been awarded a number of honors including a principle who received The Washington Post 2013 Distingushed Educational Leadership Award and a teacher who received The Washington Post 2013 Agnes Meyer Outstanding Teacher Award.

In addition to the aforementioned academic awards, 66 PWCS have earned the Governor’s Award for Nutrition and Fitness in 2012. This award honors and rewards schools that encourage healthy habits and implement best practices in physical activity, nutrition and overall health. Through promoting student health by encouraging healthy habits and providing healthy breakfast, lunch and vending machine options in schools. PWCS creates healthy environments in their schools and educates their students on the importance of living a healthy, active lifestyle—essential life skills for any successful student.

Not only does Prince William County have award-winning public schools, but it is also home to 49 private schools with over 5,000 enrolled students. Of these 49 Prince William County private schools, 49% of them are religiously affiliated. According to Northern Virginia Magazine, The Top Private Elementary Schools in Manassas include two Christian schools—Emmanuel Christian School and Manassas Christian School and All Saints Catholic School. One of All Saints Catholic School’s teachers recently received the 2014 “Distinguished Leader Award” from the National Catholic Education Association, and in 2010 was recognize as a top school in the state of Virginia by the John Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth.

The high caliber of education offered in Prince William County is just one more reason why choosing a new apartment home at Arcadia Run has been the clear choice for so many families. Check out Arcadia Run’s apartment listings today!

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Reasons Autumn is the Best Season to Move Into a New Apartment

Posted on September 29, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

Autumn is our favorite season here at Arcadia Run for a number of reasons. Simply put, everything is prettier in autumn. The novelties of fall and winter are still fresh and exciting, but the temperature hasn’t dropped to the winter norm yet. Autumn is the season best known for apple picking, pumpkin carving, hot apple cider and scenic drives through beautiful fall foliage. Not only is autumn a great time to partake in your favorite fall activities, it is also the best time of year to move into a new apartment! Below are a few reasons we believe autumn is the best season to move into a new apartment.

1. Perfect moving weather—a happy medium.

Everyone enjoys a sunny summer day, but most change their tune when the temperature starts hitting the mid-90’s. Summer is the best season to visit the beach or go sailing for the day, but heat and humidity make moving a miserable experience this time of year.

Most enjoy cuddling up next to their fireplace with a mug of hot apple cider, but few look forward to trekking through the snow to work to slipping on black ice when they walk up their front steps. Winter is not the best time to move either, with freezing cold temperatures and dangers like black ice and snow.

Though spring tends to be a medium of summer and winter, moving during this season tends to lead to more packing. Some are still wearing their heavy winter clothes or haven’t had time to pack their winter favorites away yet.

With crisp fall mornings and cool evenings, autumn is the best season for moving—it is a happy medium between summer and winter! By mid-autumn most are about to break out their sweaters and coats they packed away earlier in the summer once more. Why not move before breaking those boxes of cold weather clothes out again?

2. Save money on utilities.

Autumn tends to be the season with the mildest weather, which means you can turn off your air conditioning and enjoy the fall weather, which will help reduce your electric bill! While the weather is mild, take advantage of the climate and open your windows before the temperature starts to drop. Apartments generally use less water, power and gas than houses, which can save you money on your utility bills if you choose to lease an apartment in place of purchasing a house.

3. Snow Shoveling & Other Services

Are you the type of person who avoids mowing the lawn every month? Someone who enjoys watching the snowfall but dreads shoveling out the driveway and icing the path to your front door? Most apartment communities provide these services. While homeowners are pulling weeds or clearing their driveways and sidewalks of snow, apartment residents can relax, as Arcadia Run takes care of all of that for them.

4. Enjoy the fall festivities!

Autumn in most areas involves road trips to fall festivals, pumpkin patches and corn mazes. Manassas, VA is fortunate to have a number of fall-related events in the local area including the local farmers market—open every Thursday, fall festivals and spooky spirited tours. These events are yet another reason autumn is the best season to move into this area—there is so much going on!

The greater Manassas area has a number of fall events to enjoy including the Manassas Fall Jubilee and Oktoberfest.

Manassas 32^nd Annual Fall Jubilee

Saturday, October 4^th 10:00am-5:00pm

Manassas, VA

This year’s Manassas Fall Jubilee is free to the public and includes live music and entertainment for children and adults, over 100 craft and community booths, a pumpkin patch, wine tastings, and much more! Check out their website for more information.

4^th Annual Oktoberfest

Saturday October 18^th 11:00am-5:00pm

Haymarket, VA

Haymarket’s Annual Oktoberfest features music, pumpkin decorating, an assortment of German foods, draught beers and a Halloween costume contest. This event features over 100 booths and last year had over 10,000 attendees! For more information on Haymarket’s Annual Oktoberfest, visit their website.

As Manassas is a town known for its rich Civil War history, the town’s Spirit of Manassas tour is not one to pass up. The Spirit of Manassas tour series is led by the Manassas Museum through the streets of historic downtown Manassas, with many spooky stories and strange happenings from the past and present in the area. For more information on these Manassas tradition, visit their website.

The winter holidays are a very busy time for most; autumn is also the best season to move into a new apartment because it gives you time to move and get settled into your new apartment before the holidays. You’ll be ready to host family and friends in your new Arcadia Run apartment by Thanksgiving! Arcadia Run’s oversized kitchens are perfect to cook dinner for the whole family this holiday season. Fall is the best season to move into a new apartment, check out Arcadia Run’s available apartments for lease today!

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Apartment Cleaning Shortcuts

Posted on September 24, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

Cleaning your apartment can feel like a never-ending task. Luckily, finding a way to keep your space clean with minimal time and effort is easy to do by using these shortcuts provided by Apartment Guide!

Do A Little Each Day:

If you are like many busy people, you simply do not have time to give your entire apartment the thorough cleaning it demands each week. It can take hours to vacuum, mop, dust and scrub every surface of your space at one time. However, if you regularly devote 15 minutes per day to a specific task, you can keep your apartment looking great. For example, make an effort to vacuum on Mondays, clean the bathrooms on Tuesdays and so on.

Show the Kitchen Some Love

The kitchen may be among the most visible and most used rooms in your apartment, so it deserves regular attention. The good news is that at Arcadia Run, our kitchens feature granite countertops, updated appliances, designer cabinetry and luxury vinyl flooring – all surfaces that are easy to clean. Next time you’re waiting for food to cook or water to boil, consider sweeping the floor, loading the dishwasher or wiping the counters down. You’ll have a clean kitchen before dinner’s ready!

Tackle the Microwave

Microwaves are unfortunately prone to splatters. Ideally, you will simply wipe up the mess while it is still wet and easy to remove. However, if you leave the mess sitting there, it can harden and even become caked on with repeated use of the microwave. Rather than spend your time scrubbing the microwave, simply microwave a bowl with a half-water, half-vinegar mixture on high for five minutes. The steam will loosen the debris so that you can easily wipe it away.

Wipe Down Your Bathroom

The bathroom can easily accumulate mess, especially since many of us are in a rush most mornings. Few people have time to clean the bathroom every day, but the mess from using this space can quickly turn into an unsightly problem. Consider wiping down the sink daily, before you leave in the morning and before bed at night. It only takes a few seconds and will keep the area spotless between cleaning days.

Just by their nature, older apartments can be difficult to clean. But at Arcadia Run, this is never a worry for our residents! Our apartment buildings are brand new, and with Phase 2 now leasing, there are even more luxury apartments to call home! So rest assured, by employing these simple ‘shortcuts’ in your weekly routine, your space at Arcadia Run will stay looking its best!

Must-Have Apartment Essentials

Posted on September 5, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

With Phase 2 of Arcadia Run in the works, it’ll only be a matter of time before we start welcoming our newest residents. And whether this is the first apartment you’ve ever lived in or the fifth, there is a set of ‘apartment essentials’ that all renters should have in their arsenal:

A Vacuum

You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars on a fancy vacuum – you just need to find one that suits you and your new apartment best. Opt out of this essential and you could be faced with a dingy apartment and no way to clean it!

Spices & Herbs

Appropriately stocking your pantry is the fastest way to feel comfortable in your new kitchen. If you love to cook, you’ll need all the everyday seasonings like garlic, salt, pepper, cinnamon and so on. This might take some time to build the perfect collection, but you’ll love having every spice right when you need it.

Cooking Supplies

Speaking of spending time in the kitchen, it might be important to bring utensils and tools you can actually use to cook with when you move! If you cook regularly, it’s not a bad idea to invest in sturdier, more expensive items that will last.

Tool Box/First Aid

Despite them being necessities, items like these are easy to overlook when planning a move. Aside from it just being a good idea to have both a small tool kit and a stocked first aid kit nearby, you’ll be thankful to have them handy if when you need them.

Storage Bins & Hangers

Space is a precious commodity no matter where you live. Luckily for residents at Arcadia Run, space is plentiful – many apartment units even feature walk-in closets! Regardless of the amount of space you have in your new place, it’s important to have an efficient way to store off-season clothing and other items.

Your Favorite Things

Like we mentioned in our last article, Making a New Apartment Your Home, having a few sentimental pieces in your new apartment will make you feel right at home in no time. Having your favorite blanket to curl up with on your perfectly broken-in couch are essentials in our book!

The tall ceilings, granite countertops, designer cabinetry and bright and spacious floor plans in our new luxury apartment homes at Arcadia Run make any transition easier. Manassas, home to our apartment complex, is teeming with community events and things to do, so making new friends with your neighbors isn’t hard to do! Take a look at the units available – make sure to check out the apartments we’re pre-leasing for Phase 2!

Making a New Apartment Your Home

Posted on August 22, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

So you’ve moved into your new apartment at Arcadia Run – now what? Time to make it your home! New carpeting, luxury vinyl flooring, granite countertops, designer cabinetry, updated appliances, and bright and open floor plans set the perfect stage for you to personalize and get comfortable in your new space.

Here are a few ways to turn your new apartment into your home!

Use Color

When decorating, stay true to your own style but don’t be afraid to embrace bright colors and bold statements. Not ready to buy a bright red couch? Pick a color and use it as an accent instead. Red pillows or a throw blanket can go a long way in making your new apartment uniquely yours!

Be Mindful of Lighting

Thanks to extended windows, residents at Arcadia Run have an abundance of natural light in their apartment homes. Other renters in other complexes, however, aren’t always so lucky. Lighting makes a huge difference when trying to make a new space cozy and welcoming!

Art & Pictures

An easy way to immediately make an apartment feel like home is to bring in pictures and sentimental décor, especially if you had these displayed in your previous home. Being surrounded by your favorite pictures of family and friends keeps those closest to your heart close by!

Meet Your Neighbors

Here at Arcadia Run, our residents have great relationships not only with each other, but with the community as a whole. Events like the Fall Festival or Taste of Prince William Block Party bring everyone together to mingle, socialize and have fun. And, aside from making friends, meeting your neighbors brings you closer to feeling right at home in your new apartment.

And lastly, Love Where You Live!

Loving where you live is the easiest way to make a new space quickly feel like home. At Arcadia Run, it’s not hard to do! We have it all: beautiful apartment homes, an ideal location, and a welcoming community. So take a look at the spaces available at Arcadia Run – we’re now pre-leasing for Phase 2!

Apartment Design That Makes Sense

Posted on August 14, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

According to Apartment Therapy, good design is necessary in just about every aspect of our lives – our living spaces included. Design does, and always will, play a huge role in determining whether or not a living space is a fit for any individual. And while personal preferences differ, smart apartment design boils down to one concept: design that makes sense will always reign supreme.

At Arcadia Run, we have had the advantage of designing and building an entirely new apartment community from the ground up. Without a doubt, this means our new apartment homes have been expertly planned with today’s standards and advancements. Residents at Arcadia Run can benefit from an apartment home that simply provides more than what other apartment complexes can offer.

At Arcadia Run, residents will quickly fall in love with the intuitive floor plans in our spacious one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. These units expertly utilize space to create a home that’s easy and fun to live in. Features and finishes exclusive to Arcadia Run include tall ceilings, extended windows, walk-in closets in select units, luxury vinyl, granite countertops, updated appliances, over-sized kitchens, new Shaw carpeting, designer cabinetry and so much more. You won’t find the same dedication to beautiful and convenient design anywhere else!

But the smart design doesn’t end with our stunning apartment homes – the entire Arcadia Run community is set to be the luxury apartment community in Manassas. With plans for a resort-style swimming pool, as well as a resident clubhouse with fitness center and more, living at Arcadia Run will feel like a retreat in of itself!

“When something is both beautiful and functional, it earns a place in our lives, and becomes a part of our experience,” notes Apartment Therapy, and we couldn’t agree more! The Arcadia Run community has its own culture, its very own neighborhood feel that makes it so sought after by young professionals and families alike. Who wouldn’t want to move into a community that has it all?

And now, with pre-leasing available for Phase 2, even more happy residents will soon be enjoying all that the Arcadia Run community has to offer. Take a look at the units we currently have available!

Source: Apartment Therapy

New iPhone App Just for Manassas!

Posted on August 13, 2014 by gottarunrunrun

You hear it time and time again when talking about real estate – location, location, location! Luckily for our Arcadia Run residents, the location of our new luxury apartments in Manassas is perfect for those who want to be in the D.C metro. Our residents enjoy not only proximity to the nation’s capital, but also the charming and historic city of Manassas!

And now it’s even easier for local residents to enjoy all the best that our city has to offer, with the release of an iPhone app just for Manassas! The app, developed by city council member Ian Lovejoy, is called “Your Manassas”, and it’s a comprehensive resource for residents and visitors alike. You can do the following on the “Your Manassas” app:

· Find information about city events, dining and shopping.

· Report concerns, such as potholes, about the city. The issues reported through the “report a concern” feature go directly to city staff.

· Access the Manassas city news feed

· Find a directory of city contacts and commonly used phone numbers

· Access the city Facebook page

· Sign up to receive push notifications to stay updated on city events

According to Lovejoy, the app is the first of its kind in Virginia, and operates at zero taxpayer expense. It’s an exciting new resource to experience the best that Manassas has to offer, and Arcadia Run residents know that there’s certainly a lot to love about Manassas! Whether you’re strolling the quaint streets downtown, grabbing a bite to eat at one of the many excellent local restaurants, or learning more about our nation’s history through various historic sites in the area, there’s never a shortage of excitement and fun for all ages in Manassas!

In addition to being ideally located in the county seat of Prince William County, Arcadia Run offers so many more benefits to residents. Our newly built luxury apartments make living in Manassas even more enjoyable! Oversized kitchens, granite kitchen counters, nine foot ceilings, 42” designer kitchen cabinets, balconies or patios and extended windows are just a few of the apartment features Arcadia Run residents have to look forward to. Arcadia Run, the most exciting new apartment complex in the area, allows residents to enjoy all Manassas has to offer in luxury and style!

SOURCE: InsideNOVA.com