Mary Afton-Tarr, licensed real estate agent, has worked with our team since 2020 and loves to assist buyers and sellers with their real estate needs in Northern Virginia. She has an MS from the University of Minnesota, School of Public Health, and a BS from Louisiana State University and worked for years as an infectious disease epidemiologist; this career revealed her passion for helping people during major changes in their lives, a passion she now brings to her real estate career.
With 19 years in a military family, Mary has moved countless times and understands the inherent stress and excitement associated with relocation, especially when that includes buying or selling a home. Whether you've lived in your house for 5 years or 50 years, she understands the challenges sellers face and works tirelessly to provide the guidance to meet or exceed their selling goals. When helping buyers find the perfect home despite challenges (older homes, limited inventory, smaller spaces, for example), she helps them explore what really matters in their new home, and what compromises can be made to attain these “must-haves.”
When she’s not working, you'll find Mary in the local community exploring new coffee shops, managing the swim team snack bar at meets, on the Peloton leaderboard, walking the dog around the lake, chauffeuring kids to practices, and enjoying some amazing travel destinations with her husband and kids.
Wise words from Mary: Make sure to explore and consider community in your home search. The neighborhoods of Northern Virginia offer many amazing, memorable experiences and adventures…lakes, trails, pools, and social groups! These things can truly enhance a homeowner’s experience after purchasing in a new area. As a seller, remind yourself that by making targeted improvements and upgrades to your house before going on the market, you'll position yourself for a better outcome. I'm here to help!
