Saratoga home in Fairfax County goes to auction July 24

Nicholls Auction Marketing Group is auctioning a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Springfield’s Saratoga neighborhood on Friday, July 24. The original-owner property is being sold live on-site and online, with proximity to major roads, schools and regional employers a central selling point.

Why it matters: - The auction gives buyers a chance to purchase an original-owner home in Fairfax County’s Saratoga neighborhood, a well-located area near major commuting routes and employers. - The property is being sold by auction, which can move a home to market quickly and set a price based on competitive bidding. - The home is open to the public, and live online bidding expands access beyond people who can attend in Springfield.

What happened: - Nicholls Auction Marketing Group announced the sale of a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home on Friday, July 24 at 11:00 a.m. EDT. - The auction will be held at 8016 Rockwood Ct., Springfield, Va. 22153. - The home sits on a .29± acre cul-de-sac lot in the Saratoga neighborhood. - The property has had the original owner for more than 50 years. - The seller’s Power of Attorney entrusted Nicholls Auction Marketing Group to market and sell the home.

The details: - The house measures 3,296± square feet. - The layout includes an eat-in kitchen, sunken family room with wet bar and fireplace, dining room, all-season sun room, office, walk-out basement, attic, 3rd-floor laundry shoot and 2-car attached garage with attic access. - The kitchen appliances convey with the sale. - Wood floors are under the carpet in the family room. - Heating is gas, cooling is central AC and the HVAC was replaced in 2017. - The home has a gas fireplace on the main level, public utilities and a gas tankless water heater. - Exterior features include a large rear deck, asphalt driveway, gazebo, 10-by-10 shed, brick and slate walkways. - The property uses Verizon internet. - The home is in the Fairfax County School District. - The property is 4 miles or less from all schools, 15 miles from Reagan National Airport and close to Fairfax County Parkway, I-95, I-395, I-495, Springfield-Franconia Metro and VRE stations. - The location is also near Fort Belvoir, the Pentagon, federal government offices, defense contractors and healthcare employers. - The home is described as well-maintained and immediately occupiable, with updates and personalization needed to make it your own. - The real estate auction is open to the public. - Brokers must pre-register to qualify for compensation. - More information is available through Nicholls Auction Marketing Group.

Between the lines: - The pitch emphasizes location, commute access and move-in readiness more than renovation potential. - The original-owner status and long tenure can make the home more appealing to buyers looking for a maintained property with room to customize. - Auction marketing can broaden the buyer pool for a suburban single-family home by combining in-person and online bidding.

What's next: - Bidding is set to close on Friday, July 24 at 11:00 a.m. EDT. - Prospective bidders can participate live on-site or live online. - Interested buyers can contact Kelly Strauss at +1 540-226-1270 or visit the company's auction site.

The bottom line: - A long-held Springfield home with strong commuter access is heading to auction, and the sale will hinge on how bidders value location, condition and immediate occupancy.