Alexandria, VA 22302
This stylish home in Alexandria's Braddock Heights neighborhood offers a peaceful retreat on a quiet side street near Timber Branch stream. Despite its tranquil setting, the residence boasts convenient access to an array of shopping and dining options in the nearby areas of Del Ray, Fairlington, Shirlington, and Old Town Alexandria. It also enjoys proximity to major transit routes and is just two miles from two metro stations: Braddock Road and King Street. The current owners acquired a well-maintained and updated property and have since dedicated several years and spent nearly $100,000 to enhance its appeal and functionality. Their improvements include, but are not limited to, installing wood flooring upstairs, new flooring in lower level, motorized blinds in the living room and primary suite, a new washer and dryer, adding two new HVAC systems, and significantly enhancing the yard's hardscape and landscape. They've also added an outdoor TV/entertainment area and freshly painted the entire interior of the home. This home represents a unique opportunity for discerning buyers seeking a blend of tranquility, convenience, and upscale living in Alexandria's sought-after Braddock Heights neighborhood.
Braddock Heights' tranquil, wooded setting belies its easy access to an array of shopping, recreational, dining and entertainment options.
Daily Convenience: While some errands may necessitate a car, most essential services are conveniently located within a mile radius, offering unparalleled convenience and efficiency. Indeed all the following are less than a mile away: Bank (Wells Fargo), Gas (Shell Station), Bakery (Great Harvest Bread Company), Cleaners (Fairlington Cleaners), Pharmacy (CVS), and Groceries (Safeway). Just a little further and you will find yourself on Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray that boasts many independent shops. Notable locations include the neighborhood butcher shop, Let's Meat on the Avenue,and the Del Ray Farmer's Market held year-round on Saturdays.
Recreation: Nature enthusiasts will delight in the abundance of outdoor activities near this home. The home has numerous parks, golf courses, dog parks, and hiking trails within a 10-mile radius but one fantastic option is within a mile of the home - Chinquapin Park Recreation Center. This recreation center offers: a year-round 25 meter Indoor Pool & Diving Well; Outdoor Basketball Court; Locker Rooms; Nature Trails & Park; Lighted Tennis Courts; Sports & Fitness Classes; a Soft Playroom; Men's & Women's Saunas; a Fitness Room; a Playground; Racquetball Courts; and Outdoor Picnic Pavilion; and a Sand Volleyball Court. Residents with canine family members will love recreational opportunities at the Duke Street Dog Park.
Gastronomy: The neighborhood has nearly 200 moderately priced restaurants nearby featuring an eclectic mix of cuisines. A few local favorites include: St. Elmo's Pub for coffee/small bites and Evening Star, Carlyle, and Cheestique offering full service menus.
Entertainment and the Arts: Two venues with world-class entertainment are located within two miles of the home: the Tony Award Winning Signature Theater, and legendary music hall The Birchmere. You can "celebrate the art of making" at Del Ray Artisans a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote art for the benefit of artists and the community.
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