The Shawn and Matt Show

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt take a look at the top 5 most expensive rentals that have been leased in Arlington so far in 2026. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! The list includes the most expensive townhouse, the most expensive condo, and the top three most expensive rentals overall. 5. 2863 11th St N (Clarendon) Rent: $8,045/month 4. 1781 N Pierce St 2203 (Pierce Condominium...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt take a look at the top 5 most expensive houses that have sold in Arlington so far in 2026. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Top 5 Most Expensive Houses that Sold in Arlington in 2026 (so far...) 5 (tie). 2318 N Richmond St (Donaldson Run) Price: $2,350,000 5 (tie). 4283 38th St N (Country Club Hills) Sold: $3,250,000 4. 3115 N Peary St (Bellevue F...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the biggest price drops in Arlington, VA so far in 2026. We look at the original list price versus the sold price and review townhouses, condos, and houses in Arlington that all had big price drops.  Quick correction: Apparently Matt failed 7th grade math because he calculated the percentages incorrectly, however, the properties remained in the same...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss an MLS status that may be hurting home sellers. The Active/Under Contract status - does this help sellers or is it really doing a disservice and giving all the leverage to the buyer? Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Glennda Baker video Follow Glennda Baker on Instagram Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.ins...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the end of the Arlington spring real estate market, listing strategies, and condo market woes. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Shawn's new listing in the Westover/Lacey Forest area: 5410 11th St N, Arlington, VA 22205 Similar house around the corner: 5537 10th St N, Arlington, VA 22205 Comparable home that received multiple offers: 1...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the biggest price escalations in Arlington in 2026. This is calculated by taking the difference between the sold price and the asking price. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! 10. 1308 N Illinois Street Listed for $1,599,000 Sold for $1,795,000 Escalated $196,000 9. 1022 N Edison Street Listed for $2,200,000 Sold for $2,396,000 Escalated: $1...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the new JW Marriott Residences in Reston and a $10 million dollar condo that just closed at the property, along with other trending real estate topics in Northern Virginia. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! JW Marriott Residences penthouse sells for $10.25M, shattering Virginia condo record (Behind paywall) Reston Penthouse Sells for Record...

Looking for the best condos in Arlington? In this video, Shawn and Matt count down the best condos in Arlington, Virginia based on floor plans, amenities, location, vibe, and more. Ranking them from 10-1, Shawn and Matt each came up with their own lists. Shawn and Matt have toured thousands of condos and sold hundreds. No other two agents have the same level of intimate condo knowledge in Arlingto...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the spring market in Arlington, VA, what we are seeing in the market, what's working for our clients, and how we see the spring market playing out.  Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Just listed: 2343 N Fillmore St, Arlington, VA 22201 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inq...

Looking for the best Arlington VA townhomes? In this episode, Shawn and Matt rank the top 10 townhouse communities in Arlington, Virginia based on location, price, and overall value. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Shawn's List: 10. Ballston Oak 9. Glebe House Mews (Waverly Hills) 8. Bromptons of Rosslyn & Courthouse 7. Bromptons of Ballston 6. Rosslyn Key 5. Courthouse Hill 4...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about the Arlington VA real estate market, pricing in Clarendon, new Rosslyn condos, and a historic Maywood listing. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Under 350k in Arlington [ Reddit ] Plans For One Of Northern Virginia's Largest Condo Projects Move Forward [ Urban Turf DC ] Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.ins...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about the start of the spring market in Northern Virginia, escalations, multiple offers, as-is clauses, and everything in between. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Above Asking: A $150,000 Premium On The Hill Ask Eli: Arlington Tax Assessed Value 8% Lower Than Market Values Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss Northern Virginia's hottest ZIP codes for the 2026 housing market. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! These Are Northern Virginia’s 20 Hottest Zip Codes CORRECTION: Matt mistakenly mixed up Del Ray and Arlandria. Arlandria came in 8th, while Del Ray came in 2nd. Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagr...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss new apartments in Arlington, VA and whether or not their unique strategy for leasing the building is a good thing or a bad thing for the community. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Rosslyn apartment tower J Rivelle seeks temporary hotel conversion Top 5 Metros Where Home Prices Are Falling the Fastest Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.t...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the Northern Virginia and Arlington 2026 real estate markets.  Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Bright MLS Weekly Market Report Duplex destroyed in Bluemont house explosion gets rebuilt with new townhomes Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Co...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt discuss Polymarket and the ability to bet on real estate and the US housing market. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Prediction Marketplace Now Allows Users To Speculate on Future Home Values What will the median home value in the Austin, Texas Metro area be on February 1? Trader made over $1,000 by betting just $48 on the weather on Polymarket NEW IN: Th...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the 2026 Arlington VA real estate market. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! 2026 Regional Housing Market Forecast Charted: The sharp decline in federal employment Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Connect with Matt Leighton http://www...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss Google testing showing real estate listings in search results. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Google Enters the Portal Wars Google Tests Offering Real Estate Listings In Search Results HouseCanary's Response Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@The...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss when to disclose and other trending topics in the real estate industry. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Sell for 70k loss or rent for 400 per month loss? 60 showings, 78 families on open house, 65k price reduction, 3 months zero offers. .. 26065 S Schoolhouse Rd, Manhattan, IL 60442 Sold for $930k in 2022, and $780k in 2025 2801 Langston...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss Zillow removing climate data from their website. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Zillow Removes Climate Risk Scores From Home Listings Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Connect with Matt Leighton http://www.themattleighton.com https...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the most controversial home in renovation in Northern Virginia. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Drone footage by @DronebyDro Massive home addition causes confusion in Fairfax County neighborhood Massive Multigenerational Home Addition Sparks Furious Debate in Virginia Community Holy building code violations, Batman (via Reddit) Connect wi...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt talk about the Northern Virginia October 2025 real estate market statistics, Trump's possible 50-year mortgage, and when the best time in the spring is to sell a house.  Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Trump Defends 50-Year Mortgage Plan as ‘Not a Big Deal’ After Furious Backlash From MAGA Base The Typical First-Time Homebuyer Is Now 40 Year...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt talk about the Northern Virginia real estate market and how some properties are getting multiple offers while others are getting lowball offers. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! How to Navigate DC’s Changing Real Estate Market Federal shutdown isn’t deterring home-buyers in Arlington, much of N. Va. Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegr...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt talk about AI real estate marketing and whether or not agents are using it to deceive buyers and sellers. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Real Estate Is Entering Its AI Slop Era AutoReel App - Create Stunning Property Videos Instantly with AI Real Estate Agents Are Using AI Images Instead of Actual Photos Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.theb...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt talk about all things Northern Virginia real estate with stories like an Alexandria developer going bankrupt, a stalled Arlington condo conversion project, and former Washington Capitals star and Stanley Cup Champion TJ Oshie sold his $9M McLean mansion. Watch this week's episode on YouTube ! Report: Alexandria real estate developer files bankruptcy, fa...