Washington, DC · Military Relocation
Expert guidance for military relocations, PCS moves, VA home purchases and sales, and finding the right Washington, DC neighborhood for your next assignment.
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I’m Diana Tommingo, a full-time Military Realtor® serving Washington, D.C. and the National Capital Region. I help military and civilian clients navigate real estate decisions with local market knowledge and an understanding of the demands of relocation.
A Personal Connection to Military Life
My connection to the military is personal. My husband, Elliot Tommingo, is a retired U.S. Marine Corps Major who served as Director of the DC Mayor’s Office of Veterans Affairs from 2019 to 2023. Through our family’s experience, I understand that military life often requires difficult decisions on demanding timelines. That perspective shapes how I approach each relocation—with an appreciation for the service member’s mission, the family’s needs, and the importance of finding the right home during a major transition.
Military Relocation · Washington, D.C.
From historic military installations to the neighborhoods surrounding the nation’s capital, I help service members and their families explore housing options that fit their assignment, commute, budget, and lifestyle.
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Military PCS Relocation Guide
A military move to the District involves more than choosing a neighborhood. Compare housing costs, Metro access, proximity to your duty station, and your daily commute to find a location that works with your PCS orders, budget, and household needs.
Waterfront condos and residential options near the L’Enfant Plaza area; compare housing costs and access to federal offices.
Condo and rowhouse options near Navy Yard-Ballpark Metro, with Green Line service and access to the Capitol Riverfront employment area.
A developing residential area near Fort McNair and Audi Field. Consider parking, available transit, and your specific gate or work location.
Capitol Hill housing near the Eastern Market Metro station, served by the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines.
Rowhouses and condos within reach of the Capitol complex, federal offices, and several Metro stations, depending on location.
Condo communities near Waterfront Metro on the Green Line, with access to the Southwest federal office corridor and downtown.
Established residential streets and varied housing near bus routes and the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights Metro areas.
Condos, co-ops, and historic residences near the Red Line, with access to offices around Dupont Circle and central D.C.
Housing near Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro on the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines, with access to the State Department, George Washington University, and nearby federal offices.
Historic homes, condos, and townhouses. There is no Metrorail station in Georgetown, so assess bus service, parking, and the full commute to your duty station.
Historic rowhouses and condos near downtown employment centers, with access to Metro stations depending on the block.
A residential area with detached homes and neighborhood streets near American University; compare bus connections and travel times to your installation.
Residential blocks with a mix of housing near Connecticut Avenue and access to the Red Line around Friendship Heights and nearby stations.
A residential neighborhood near the Red Line, with homes and condos to compare for budget, transit access, and commute requirements.
A quieter residential area with larger homes in parts of the neighborhood. Evaluate your budget, parking needs, and reliance on bus or car travel.
Residential streets and green surroundings with housing options that may suit buyers seeking more space; plan transit and driving routes around your duty station.
Preparing for a PCS to D.C.? I can help you compare neighborhoods, evaluate your commute, and navigate buying a home remotely. Discuss Your Move
Military Relocation · Washington, D.C.
A PCS move to or from Washington, D.C. often means coordinating a home purchase or sale while managing orders, deadlines, and an unfamiliar market. I help military families navigate the real estate side of their move with practical guidance, local knowledge, and remote support when you cannot be here in person.
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Financing & Real Estate Guidance
I help military buyers navigate the Washington, D.C. home-buying process when using VA loan benefits—including coordinating with your lender and helping your financing move smoothly through the transaction. I help you understand key VA benefits, including 0% down payment for eligible buyers and no private mortgage insurance (PMI) requirement.
Qualified buyers may be able to assume an existing VA mortgage, taking over its remaining balance and interest rate. The buyer generally needs to cover the difference between the purchase price and remaining mortgage balance at settlement. Approval is subject to the loan servicer’s requirements.
If you have an existing VA mortgage with a low interest rate, I can help highlight the assumable loan as a potential selling point when marketing your Washington, D.C. home. An assumable loan may attract buyers interested in taking over the existing financing, subject to lender approval.
*For eligible buyers, subject to VA loan and lender requirements.
Military Relocation · Washington, D.C.
Answers to common questions about VA loans, PCS moves, buying remotely, and selling a home in the Washington, D.C. area.
Yes. Eligible veterans and active-duty service members can use VA loan benefits to purchase a home in Washington, D.C. I help military buyers navigate the home-buying process, coordinate with their lender, and understand how their VA loan fits into the transaction.
Yes. I work with military buyers relocating to Washington, D.C. who may not be able to visit in person before purchasing. I can provide virtual home tours, neighborhood information, and remote assistance throughout the home-buying process.
Yes. VA mortgages may be assumable by qualified buyers, subject to approval by the loan servicer. The buyer typically needs to cover the difference between the purchase price and the remaining mortgage balance, along with any other applicable closing costs. I can help buyers and sellers understand the real estate considerations involved in a VA loan assumption.
The best neighborhood depends on your duty location, commute, housing needs, and lifestyle. I help military buyers compare Washington, D.C. neighborhoods based on their needs and access to installations such as Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, the Washington Navy Yard, Fort McNair, Marine Barracks Washington, and the Pentagon.
Yes. I help military homeowners prepare, market, and sell their Washington, D.C. homes around PCS timelines. When needed, I can coordinate the sale remotely while you relocate to another duty station or remain stationed elsewhere.
Yes. I work with active-duty service members, veterans, military spouses and families, as well as civilian buyers and sellers throughout Washington, D.C. My experience with military relocation and PCS timelines helps me tailor my guidance to each client's circumstances.
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VA loans, PCS moves & local home-buying guidance.
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Whether you're preparing for a PCS move, buying with a VA loan, exploring a VA loan assumption, or planning to sell your home, let's discuss your goals and develop a strategy that fits your needs.
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