Robin Gauthier's (robingauthier) Blog

Hello everyone, and welcome! As a real estate professional deeply rooted in the Tidewater area, I am constantly analyzing our local neighborhood markets. Today, I’m thrilled to share a comprehensive update on the single family homes in  Indian Lakes, one of the Salem area’s largest communities.  ...

Bridgefield Neighborhood Market Update: Recent Sales in Great BridgeThe Bridgefield neighborhood, located in the heart of Great Bridge, has continued to show strong and consistent market activity over the past six months. Recent closed sales reflect steady buyer demand, solid pricing, and competi...

Your Guide to the Indian Lakes Townhouse Market: What the Numbers Really Mean Navigating the real estate market can feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle, with numbers and trends flying from every direction. If you're considering buying or selling a townhouse in the Indian Lakes community of...

It’s Robin Gauthier, your local real estate expert for the Kempsville area. I’ve been digging deep into the latest numbers for our very own Stratford Chase, and what I’ve found is too important not to share. If you’ve been wondering about the value of your home or thinking about making a move, yo...

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the Hickory real estate market, you’ve probably heard a lot of chatter. Is it a buyer's market? A seller's market? Is now a good time to make a move? It’s easy to get lost in the headlines. As your local market expert, I'm Robin Gauthier, and I want to cut through...

November 2025 Market UpdateIf you've been watching the Bay Island and Broad Bay Colony real estate market—or if you're thinking about buying or selling in these waterfront communities—you're probably wondering what's actually going on out there. Let me break it down for you in plain English, with...

If you've been thinking about buying or selling a home in Fairfield, you're probably wondering: Is now the right time? The short answer is yes—but the strategy you need depends entirely on what type of property you're considering.   I've spent years working in the Fairfield and Kempsville market...

The Numbers Don't Lie: Culpepper Landing is Still HotLet's start with the facts. Over the past six months in Culpepper Landing: Single-family homes sold for a median price of $566,500, and they spent an average of just 40 days on the market. Even better? They're selling for 100.4% of the asking p...

🏡 Country Roads Housing Market Analysis Country Roads: Chesapeake's Hidden Gem for Real Estate Investment Discover why Country Roads in the Great Bridge area of Chesapeake, Virginia is one of the most desirable neighborhoods for buyers and sellers in 2024-2025. Published: October 16, 2025 | Locat...

🏡 Just Listed in Hickory — Open House This Sunday 1-3! If you’ve been dreaming of a home that offers the serenity of the country with the convenience of city living, 1313 Long Ridge Road in the Hickory area Chesapeake is the perfect match! Nestled on over half an acre in sought-after Long Ridge ...