When Candyce Astroth hands over the keys to a new homeowner, the moment carries a weight that goes far beyond a successful closing. For Candyce, founder of Perfect Choice Real Estate in Fairfax, Virginia, every sale represents a story — often one of resilience, hope, and belonging. A military spouse and mother of two, she understands how deeply “home” is tied to stability and identity. That empathy has shaped not only her 13-year career in real estate but also a mission built around her guiding principle: People Over Profit.
From Military Moves to a Mission of Meaning
Candyce’s journey began long before she became one of Northern Virginia’s most respected real estate professionals. With a background in finance and experience practicing real estate in Tennessee and California, she developed a sharp analytical understanding of markets, but her true motivation was personal. Moving frequently as part of a military family gave her firsthand insight into the anxieties of relocation, the nuances of different housing markets, and the importance of trust between agent and client. When she settled in Northern Virginia in 2017, she brought that perspective with her, determined to build a practice that would treat every client like family.
At Perfect Choice Real Estate, Candyce and her team specialize in military relocation, downsizing, and move-up buyers, areas that require not only expertise but empathy. “People aren’t just buying property,” she often says, “they’re finding a place where their life will unfold.” Her approach centers on education, empowerment, and heart, ensuring clients feel informed, supported, and confident every step of the way. I specialize in guiding military families through VA loans, assisting elderly couples with downsizing, and helping young families transition to their next home. My goal is to make homeownership a meaningful and stress-free journey.
Recognition, Leadership, and Lasting Impact
What truly distinguishes Candyce’s leadership is her unwavering commitment to giving back. For every home her team sells, Perfect Choice Real Estate partners with Food for Others, a Northern Virginia nonprofit fighting food insecurity, to provide meals for five families for an entire week. Each closing becomes a ripple of impact, a tangible reminder that success can, and should, serve a larger purpose. It’s a model of community-based real estate that transforms business into a vehicle for compassion, setting her apart in an industry often driven by numbers rather than relationships.
Candyce’s people-first philosophy and consistent excellence have earned her recognition across the real estate industry. She was named one of the Top 40 Realtors in Northern Virginia and honored in the NOVA Real Producers’ “40 Under 40” program. She has been recognized multiple times by Northern Virginia Magazine, including as a Top Producing Team in 2023, a Top Producing Agent in 2024, and again as a Top Producing Agent in 2025. Her firm, Perfect Choice Real Estate, was ranked the #1 Midsize Team in Transactions for Samson Properties in 2024 and has achieved more than $300 million in total sales volume. She also serves as a host for The American Dream TV, where she shares community stories and highlights local real estate across national broadcast and streaming platforms. Her achievements culminated in her team being recognized as one of the Top 50 Teams in Northern Virginia—a milestone reflecting both growth and heart.
These accolades celebrate not just production but the integrity, authenticity, and compassion that define her approach. “Those honors mean something,” Candyce reflects, “but what matters most is knowing a client feels truly seen and supported.”
Looking ahead, Candyce envisions Perfect Choice Real Estate continuing to grow as both a trusted resource and a force for good across Northern Virginia, the D.C. region, and Maryland. She hopes her work inspires other agents to view real estate not merely as transactions, but as opportunities to strengthen communities—one home, one family, one act of kindness at a time.
To follow her journey and community impact, connect with Candyce Astroth on Instagram, where she shares stories of family, service, and the homes that bring them together.
