August 24th, 2009:
Torpedo Factory condominiums
The Torpedo Factory condominium complex is located at 115 N. Lee St. in Old Town Alexandria just 1 block from King St. and across the street from the Carlyle House. The Torpedo Factory offers 1, 2 and 3 bedroom condominium homes centered around a well-kept courtyard. The Torpedo Factory doesn’t offer the standard condo amenities like a pool and fitness room.
Instead, the neighborhood is the amenity here. The Torpedo Factory is surrounded by restaurants, shops and tourist attractions. It’s only one block from the Potomac Waterfront and is across the street from the Torpedo Factory Art Center. If you’re looking for a home in historic Old Town and you don’t want the maintenance that townhouse will require, you’ll definitely want to check out the Torpedo Factory.
Click the Torpedo Factory for the latest prices and for a map of the location.
Tour of Old Town in a Mule-Drawn Carriage
Mule drawn carriage in Old Town
Would you like to get to know Old Town Alexandria VA? I’ll tell you one of the best ways to see a few sites and learn more about our fair city: take a carriage ride.
Our carriage was pulled by a hard-working mule. Her owner tells us she loves to pull. As she clopped slowly down the side streets of Old Town, her owner filled in details about houses and locations that we passed. For me, most of the information was old hat, but I couldn’t help but think this would be a great way for a tourist or new resident to get to know the city.
The fee for the ride was downright reasonable, and I was impressed with the mule’s strength as she pulled up and down hill along Old Town’s waterfront.
After she dropped us off we snapped this picture from Market Square. There in front of Burke and Herbert she seemed more in place with the surroundings than the cars who shared her road.
Will Nesbitt
Will Nesbitt is the Principal Broker of Condo Alexandria.
The courtyard of the Olympus at Landmark
The Olympus is located at 6301 Stevenson Ave. in Alexandria VA. In the summer, the birch trees in the Olympus courtyard spring to life offering a shady escape from the busy city.
The building’s unique curved shaped offers intriguing vistas and not just from the oversized curved balconies that each unit enjoys.
The Olympus is located in the West End of Alexandria between I-495 and I-395 near Landmark Mall. The Sentinel of Landmark is across the street, but there are many condominiums in this area, including
- Alexandria Knolls
- Canterbury Square
- Cameron Station
- Duke Garden
- Edsall Bluff
- EOS-21 (Twenty One)
- Exchange at Van Dorn
- the Fountains
- the Greenhouse
- Northampton
- Olympus at Landmark
- Palazzo at Center Park
- Parkfairfax
- Pointe at Park Center
- Saxony Square
- Seminary Hill
- Seminary Walk
- Templeton of Alexandria
- Van Dorn Metro
- Watergate at Landmark
The Amenities of the Olympus at Landmark
Olympus condos
You might already know of the Olympus at Landmark because of its convenient location in the West End of Alexandria VA or because of its ground-breaking curved design, but you might know know of the amenities of the Olympus.
Pool at the Olympus
The pool of the Olympus is open all summer long and is found on the south west side of the building.
Olympus Condominiums Fitness Center
The Olympus was built in 1974, but the fitness room is sleek modern and nicely appointed. There are number of work-out machines and weights. Wall-mounted TV’s are there to pass your work-out or if you prefer you can overlook the pool from the work-out room.
Olympus fitness room
Just off the fitness room and the lobby is the party room / meeting room. Reserve use through the on-site concierge and you’ve got the perfect place for a meeting or a party.
Meeting Room / Party Room at the Olympus condos
Condo fees are on the high-side at the Olympus, but prices are low. If you’re looking in the West End, Olympus definitely deserves a look.
The Sentinel of Landmark
Sentinel at Landmark
The Sentinel of Landmark stands guard in Alexandria’s West End at 6300 Stevenson Avenue Alexandria, VA. You can reach the condo management at (703) 823-1951.
The Sentinel is located directly across the street from the Olympus of Landmark. The Sentinel has both one and two-bedroom floor plans. All condos at the Sentinel include private balcony, washer/dryer, dishwasher, electric range, expanded basic cable TV. The Sentinel also has :
- On-site convenience store
- Fully-equipped fitness center
- Garage parking
- Nighttime security guard … a sentinel if you will
- Party room
- Patio with gazebo and grills
- Playground
- Swimming pools
- Tennis courts
Click the Sentinel of Landmark for prices and a map of this community.
Air Force Memorial
Air Force Memorial
Air Force Memorial as seen from the Representative
The Air Force Memorial is sited on a promontory overlooking Washington D.C., Arlington VA and, between them, the Potomac River. The Memorial’s spires measure 270 feet. These spires tower above the Pentagon, Rosslyn and Crystal City. The Memorial was formally dedicated on October 14, 2006. The Memorial remains dedicated to the United States Air Force service members and the Heritage Organizations of the USAF.
The design of the Memorial intends to evoke a modern image of flight by jet and space vehicles, but yet remembers the pioneers of flight who came before. The three spires of the Monument represent the three core values of the US Air Force: Integrity first, Service before self, and Excellence in all we do. It is interesting to note that the spires are different heights and asymmetrical giving the Memorial a dynamic quality that offers different views from every angle. Although the Air Force Memorial is visible all over town, one of the best views is from Arlington Ridge. At the end of Arlington Ridge Road, the Representative overlooks much of the same vistas as the Memorial.
 Will Nesbitt
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About the Author — Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Condo Alexandria and Will Nesbitt Realty LLC. Will specializes in condos, townhouses and single family residences in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Crystal City, and Kingstowne. Will resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Alexandria VA in Fairfax County. |
Architectural Details of the Representative
The design of the Representative presents many interesting angles.
The Representative condo community is located at 1101 Arlington Ridge Road in Arlington VA. The Representative overlooks Pentagon Row, the Pentagon and Crystal City. It features a unique architectural style that mixes angles and curves to present interesting perspectives and shadows.
Entrance to the Representative
Baseboard at the Representative
One of the features that I find intriguing at the Representative is this custom wood trim. The trim is a solid wood and features a tooled pattern that is much more difficult to create than the standard milled pattern. In the picture below this trim is used as a base with a solid ogee trim above and below the featured trim. The base doesn’t actually touch the floor but rather caps a carpeted base, providing a one-of-a-kind style that is impressive and appealing.
Trim on doors at the Representative
As you can see, this trim was carried over onto all the entry doors. The doors have a matching wood stain and the handles of the doors are also solid wood. The units themselves do not disappoint. For those who can afford the price tag, the Representative offers one of the premier residences in Northern VA.
Balconies on the Representative
$1099 — New LOWER Price / ALL UTILITIES / Convenient location
301 N. Beauregard Alexandria, VA (posted 8/24/09)
Rent includes most utilities. Conveniently located near Landmark Mall and I-395 with easy access to DC, Arlington, Tyson’s Corner and more.
1BR/1BA Condo / $1099/month
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DESCRIPTION
- Nicely maintained condo ready to go.
- Balcony with great view
RENTAL FEATURES
- Air conditioning
- Central heat
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove/Oven
- Laundry area – inside
- Swimming pool
- High-speed internet
COMMUNITY FEATURES
- Guest parking
- Clubhouse
- Laundry on-site
- Storage space(s)
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool(s)
Contact us for more information.
Marina Towers is on the Potomac River
Situated just off of the George Washington Parkway the Marina Towers is right next to Reagan National Airport and in the north end of Olde Towne Alexandria. With a fantastic view of the river the Marina Towers is blessed with some great amenities:
- Indoor Gym
- Outdoor pool
- Verandas by the river
- Great access to the George Washington Bike Path
- All utilities included
- Ample parking for residents and guests
Want to learn more about Marina Towers and other real estate in Northern Virginia? Click Marina Towers to see a map and what’s for sale now.
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About the Author — Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo Alexandria. To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.
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