ABOUT
Christina and her team thrive in the competitive real estate market in DC & Northern Virginia, and work tirelessly to get results for their clients. The team's commitment to providing the highest level of professional service to their clients, strong ethics, and positive "can do" attitude has landed Christina Rice and her team among the best realtors in the in the highly competitive Northern Virginia and DC market, as rated by Washingtonian and Northern Virginia Magazine, every year since 2015. We represent buyers and sellers throughout DC & Northern Virginia. Whether you are planning to purchase an investment property, or buy and sell your principal residence, we sell all homes, big and small.
THE TEAM
Christina Zahakos Rice
Associate Broker
Christina is a native of Northern Virginia, a graduate of the University of Virginia, and has lived in Vienna with her family since 1999. Christina specializes in Fairfax County real estate, with an expertise in new construction and land development. Since 2005 she has been a top producer in Northern Virginia real estate sales. Christina is a member of the Board of Directors of the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR), and is also the 2025 NVAR Secretary Treasurer. Read about Christina's exemplary service through client testimonials here.
Kathryn Zahakos Horner
Agent
Kathryn is a lifetime resident of Northern Virginia and proud graduate of Virginia Tech – Go Hokies! She has lived in Loudoun County for 28 years with her family, preceded by 23 years in Fairfax County. She specializes in all residential sales across Northern Virginia, including new home/custom build opportunities. Working throughout Northern Virginia as both a real estate agent and former LCPS educator contributes to Kathryn's comprehensive knowledge of growth and development at the community and regional levels. In addition to an active work and family life, Kathryn is a passionate volunteer at the local high school, parish, and food pantry. Kathryn enjoys traveling, gardening, and learning to cook a variety of cuisines.​ Read about Kathryn's exemplary service through client testimonials here.
TESTIMONIALS
"Christina, I just wanted to thank you for your help in selling my house. Your expertise and knowledge of the real estate market were invaluable, and your professionalism throughout the process made it a smooth and efficient experience. Thanks to your guidance and support, I was able to sell my house in a timely manner, and I appreciate all of your hard work and dedication. I would highly recommend you to anyone looking for a top-notch real estate agent."
- Todd Vienna, VA
"We worked with Christina for the buying of our new home and selling of our old one. Her expertise on the local real estate market is astounding. Our house was under contract in 4 days for over the asking price! We had so many questions along the way, and Christina was available to answer them all in a more than timely manner, even on a family trip overseas. Unbelievable customer service. We truly feel she was looking out for our best interest, and her calm and kind demeanor was such a relief to work with during the chaos of moving with 3 little ones. She is the utmost professional, and choosing her as our agent was the easiest decision we made in the whole process."
- Patrick and Mary Vienna, VA
"Given an upcoming relocation overseas I needed to promptly sell my condo, located in SW D.C. Based on a recommendation by a family friend, I met Christina Rice from Pearson Smith Realty and she astutely understood my situation and provided the best support from Day 1. At every step of the way, she demonstrated her professionalism and dedication to her clients. The way in which she engaged with the buyer’s agent and provided detailed guidance turned my first home-selling process into a very positive and worry-free experience. All I can say is that I would work with Christina again in a heartbeat!"
- Enid Washington, D.C.
"We worked with Christina Rice on buying, leasing, and selling our house in Vienna, VA. Accomplishing all the above when you are physically not in the area is not an easy task, but Christina and her team made the process very smooth and efficient. She is very resourceful, always follows through, and will find the most effective way to approach each task, saving us a lot of time and extra work. Christina’s knowledge of the market, understanding of building quality specifics, and current mortgage options were invaluable during the process. She always watched out for our interests, and if we were going to sell or buy again Christina Rice and her team would be the first people we would call."
- Eric and Inessa Vienna, VA
"I very strongly recommend Christina Rice! Selling a home while planning a wedding is overwhelming, to say the least. That is why I’m so immensely grateful for the guidance and support of Christina during the whole process! She took the time to provide guidance and input on which home improvements would have the largest impact on improving the value of the home. Her knowledge and experience in the industry helped me save thousands in unneeded repairs by focusing on the things she knew that buyers really cared about. Christina and her team were responsive and helpful throughout the repairs, staging, and listing process. She has amazing attention to detail and knows the business inside and out. As a professional photographer, I was curious to see how the photos would come out and her team blew me away! The traffic during the open house and private viewings are a testament to the marketing efforts and high-quality photos by Christina and her team. After just one weekend on the market, I had 6 strong bids waiting for me with agents calling with more offers. I accepted an offer for $22k over listing, which just blew me away. I would not have wanted to go through the process without anyone else by my side. The townhouse was my first home and first transaction with Christina, but it certainly won’t be my last and I look forward to the next one! If you’re a first timer or an experienced buyer, I strongly recommend you reach out to Christina as she is a true professional that you would want on your side."
- Monique Herndon, VA
"I’ve been in the building/real estate industry for over 20 years in NoVA, and Christina is definitely one of the best agents I’ve come across. She listed/sold my house and helped me purchase another. She smoothly navigated several difficult situations and gave direct and well-informed advice. She is an excellent communicator and was always available to me. She’s not afraid to have tough discussions on her client’s behalf, and she is not of these “top” agents who are more interested in a quick transaction than actually working the best deal for her client. She really worked tirelessly to help me through what was a very stressful time. I’m so grateful I had her on my team. "
- Pam Vienna, VA
FEATURED COMMUNITIES
Alexandria
Burke
Dunn Loring
Falls Church
Herndon
Mclean​
Purcellville
Springfield
Washington, DC
Annandale
Centreville​
Fairfax Station
Haymarket
Lorton
Round Hill
Waterford
Arlington
Clifton
Fairfax
Great Falls
Leesburg
Oakton
Reston
Vienna
Aldie
Ashburn
Chantilly
Gainsville
Hillsboro
Paeonian Springs
Sterling
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