No HOA!

Homeowners associations can provide valuable services but they also come with rules, fees, and restrictions that don't work for everyone. If you value autonomy over conformity, there are still non-HOA properties available throughout the DMV region, though they're increasingly concentrated in older established neighborhoods, rural areas, and smaller towns. The tradeoff is that without an HOA, there's no one maintaining common spaces, enforcing neighborhood standards, or providing amenities like pools and playgrounds, but you also don't pay monthly fees (which can range from $50 to $500+ depending on the community), and you have control over your own property decisions. If you want to work on cars, run a home business, or simply live without someone telling you what color mailbox you're allowed to have, a no-HOA property might be exactly what you need. I'll help you find options where you've got the freedom to live on your terms.