1217 Madison St Alexandria, VA 22314

Listing details for 1217 Madison St, Alexandria, VA 22314 : Welcome home to Braddock Place! This classic brick townhome with garage enjoys the abundant natural light that only an end unit can offer, ideally situated to offer the perfect balance of privacy and convenience and an easy commute. Inside, an abundance of modern updates complements the home's classic charm, with refinished hardwood floors, sophisticated crown molding, and dual-mode recessed lighting all set a polished tone throughout the house. The open-concept main level, where the living and dining areas flow effortlessly together are ideal for everyday living and entertaining alike. The gorgeous updated kitchen (2023) boasts plenty of bright Shaker-style cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, sleek quartz countertops, and an added pantry featuring pull out drawers and lots of storage. A peninsula breakfast bar with stylish pendant lighting connects seamlessly to the dining space. Upstairs, both generously sized carpeted bedrooms offer wall-to-wall closets featuring built-in organizational systems and their own private updated en suite bathrooms. On the lower level, a versatile family room opens directly to the backyard patio - a peaceful retreat perfect for grilling, dining al fresco, and entertaining, surrounded by a newer fence (2024) for privacy. One-car garage with interior access and shelving for additional storage rounds out the home, with off-street guest parking available nearby. Additional highlights include a new front door and exterior lighting, an enlarged electrical panel, tankless water heater (2023), HVAC (2022), and attic storage accessible via drop-down stairs as well as a closet with plentiful storage under the stairs on the main level. This is a pedestrian-friendly, bikeable area, just under 3/4 of a mile to the shops, dining, and energy of King Street, and just minutes to Harris Teeter, Trader Joe's, the Fashion Center at Pentagon City, Potomac Yard, Del Ray, Oronoco Bay Park, Charles Houston Recreation Center and Pool, and the lively Old Town Alexandria waterfront. Only 0.1 miles to Braddock Road Metro station, with free DASH bus service and quick access to Route 1, I-495, and the GW Parkway. Only minutes away from National Airport and Washington DC, this can be your private oasis near the action but away from the hubbub. Schedule a private tour of your gorgeous new home today!