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Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, 750 to 870 sf	365,500 (350,000 to 385,000)	310-350	1700 (1550 to 1900)
Two Bedroom, 930 to 1160 sf	450,000 (378,300 to 550,000)	390 to 500	2250 (1900 to 3600)
Three Bedroom, 1605 to 1860 sf	740,000 (560,000 to 790,000)	695 to 815	3,250 (2,750 to 3,500)

Carlyle Towers is located at 2121, 2151, 2181 Jamieson Ave between Eisenhower Ave and Duke Street in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, Route 1, the GW Parkway, and 395. The three Carlyle Towers were built in the 1997, 1999, and 2001, they're a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• 24 Hour Security
• Storage Space
• Outdoor pool
• Gym
• Party Room
• Tennis Courts
• Putting greens
• Balconies
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Gas and Water utilities included in condo fee
• Electric Heat Pump
• Central A/C
• Gas Hot Water Heater
• Walking distance to Metro

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

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Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
Studio, approx 740 sf	NA	NA	1495
One Bedroom, approx 710 to 900 sf	344,000 (317,000 to 349,000)	154	1500 (1400 to 1550)
Two Bedroom, approx 1350 to 1430 sf	433,000 (308,000 to 472,000)	308	NA
Three Bedroom, approx 1635 sf	527,000	337	NA

1600 Prince St Condos is located near the King Street Metro, King Street, and Duke Street in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and 395. Park Fairfax was built in the 1982, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Wood Floors
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heat Pump
• Central A/C 

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Looking for a home in Old Town with a price between $200,000 and $300,000? Then you're probably looking for a condominium. Some of the first places you should check are:

• Braddock Rd. Metro --- There are several condos very close to the metro with great prices.
• Canal Place --- It's hard to find one here for less than $300k but this is the place to check. Canal Place offers brick garden-style condos at the north end near the Potomac.
• Port Royal --- Port Royal is older, but trendy and youthful. Condo fees include all utilities.
• Potowmack Crossing --- Brick garden-style condos near the George Washington Parkway.

If your budget is a bit bigger and you're looking in Old Town for a home priced between say $300k to $400k, you might check out some of the following residences.

• 1600 Prince --- Very convenient condominiums near the King St. Metro. Condo fees are relatively low here owing to minimal amenities.
• Bearings South --- Brick garden-style condos at the South End of Old Town
• Braddock Rd. Metro ---As above, there are several choices here.
• Canal Place -- Interesting architecture and green courtyards in the north end of Old Town.
• Harbor Terrace -- Garden-style condos between the GW Parkway and the Potomac River
• Port Royal --- If you can catch a river view, you'll get one of the best bargains in Old Town
• Potowmack Crossing --- This end of Old Town provides a quick commute into DC and Arlington.

The following list features communities with homes that range in price from $400,000 to around $500,000

• 900 N. Washington --- "Green" condos for the eco-conscious.
• 1600 Prince --- Balconies and smart floorplans between the metro and Whole Foods.
• Abingdon Row --- The outside looks like Old Town, but the insides are sparkling new and beautiful.
• Alexandria House --- The biggest balconies in Old Town, many with views of the Potomac.
• Arch Hall --- Quaint, Old Town styled condos take you back in time.
• Colecroft --- On the Braddock Metro.
• the Duke at Old Town --- At the periphery of the Carlyle District. Under construction and newly constructed.
• Marina Towers --- On the Potomac at the North End of Old Town.
• Old Town Village --- Tucked in a hidden corner at the Southside of Old Town
• Porto Vecchio --- Riviera-styled condos on the Potomac at Cameron Run
• Prescott --- In the center of Old Town, just paces from everything.
• St. Asaph Square --- Brick condos around a central courtyard not far from Balducci's.
• Tannery House --- Understated exterior with stately interiors, the condos are south of King Street and west of Washington St.
• Torpedo Factory Condos --- No better location in Old Town. Paces from the Potomac, the trolley and King St.
• Watergate of Alexandria --- A private community within the Old Town Community.

For those seeking the finest Old Town has to offer the following communities are suggested:

• 900 N. Washington -- Upscale "green" condos with easy access to DC and Arlington
• Ford's Landing -- Some of the finest residences in Old Town are found near the water with view of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge
• General Washington Club -- A small community of condos in a converted manor in the Southside of Old Town
• Harborside --- Another desirable waterfront community.
• Liberty Row --- Brick, colonial stylings with traditional accents with an upscale feel and location.
• Old Town Crescent --- Another of Old Town's gems.
• Potomac Greens --- Tucked between the GW Parkway and Rt. 1 with easy access to points north.
• Torpedo Factory Condos --- Old Town's flagship address.

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom, about 1120 sf	300,000	2075 (1750-2500)
Two Bedroom, about 1450 to 1740 sf	720,000 (490,000 to 815,000)	2725 (2195 to 3200)
Three Bedroom, 1880 to 2250 sf	725,000 (690,000 to 1,099,000)	3000

Porto Vecchio is located at 1250 Washington Blvd (George Washington Parkway) at the south end of Old Town Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, and 395. Porto Vecchio was built in the early 80s, and is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Party Room
• Outdoor pool
• Tennis Courts
• Sauna
• Gym
• Pier on the Potomac
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heating and Cooling, Gas Hot Water Heater
• Zoned Wall Unit A/C

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	255,000	No Information
Two Bedroom	320,000-340,000	1525-2700

Built in 1987 Colecroft Station is located at 505 Braddock Rd. E in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway, and 1 block from the Braddock Metro Station. Colecroft Station is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Party Room
• Gym
• Controlled Access
• Garage Parking
• Storage Unit
• Balconies
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heat
• Central A/C

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

If you'd like to learn more about Abingdon Row Condos click here.

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Abingdon Row Condos is located at 1023 Royal St N in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway, and 11 blocks from the Braddock Metro Station. Abingdon Row Condos is a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Gourmet Kitchens
• High Ceilings
• Wall to wall carpet
• Gym
• Controlled Access
• Garage Parking
• Storage Unit
• Custodial Services
• Wood Floors
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Electric Heat
• Central A/C

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Current Listings

$495,000 :: 1023 Royal St N #210, Alexandria VA, 22314
Monday, November 23, 2009 9:07 PM



2 beds, 2 baths
Size: 983 sq ft
 Lot Size: 0 sq ft
Added: 08/28/09, Last Updated: 11/24/09
Property Type: Residential for Sale, Res. Condo for Sale
MLS Number: AX7145476
Tract: Abingdon Row
The price of this listing was last reduced on 11/10/2009 by 2%


Gorgeous 1BR with 19x13 den in prestigious Abingdon Row located 1 block from Rivergate Park! Gourmet cherry kitch w/granite counters & SS appl. Amenities: 9'ft ceilings, hrdwd flrs throughout, tile baths, 2 MBR closets, CA closet organizers, 12"crown molding, balcony, extra storage & W/D in unit! TWO full size gar spaces, roof top terrace, elevator, secure pet friendly building. OPEN 9/19 SAT 2-4 Listed with Avery-Hess, REALTORS

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

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Unit Type	For Sale	Rental
One Bedroom	NA	1550-1600
Two Bedroom	422,000-515,000	1900-2400
Three Bedroom	450,000-475,000	2400-2800

Washington Square is located in Alexandria, VA near I-495/I-95, Route 1, GW Parkway. Washington Square is a 20 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• Garage Parking
• Additional Storage

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

Carlyle Towers condominiums in Alexandria present a pleasant combination of a prestigious zip code, newer construction in Alexandria and tremendous convenience. The Carlyle Towers community has a variety of floorplans and models spread over three high-rise buildings and twelve townhouse-style residences.

Carlyle Towers is plugged into the heart of a transportation network for vehicles, Metrorail or Dash Bus. Carlyle Towers is sited just three blocks from the King Street Metro Station and four blocks from the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station on Metrorail's Yellow and Blue Lines. Carlyle Towers is in the Carlyle District of Alexandria, Virginia. Carlyle Towers is also just four blocks from the Alexandria Amtrak Station with Metroliner service to all points on the Amtrak system, and trains from the Manassas and Fredericksburg lines of the Virginia Railway Express.

Carlyle Towers was developed by the IDI GROUP. They were recently ranked #1 builder in the Washington, D. C. area in a survey conducted by J. D. Powers & Associates. Carlyle Towers has a complete bank of amenities including:

• exercise facilities,
• spas,
• saunas,
• outdoor pools,
• tennis courts,
• a beautiful party and conference room,
• a putting green and
• shuffleboard court.

Carlyle Towers Condos for Sale (as of 11/14/2009)

• $475,000 :: 2121 Jamieson Ave #1806, Alexandria VA, 22314
• $760,000 :: 2151 Jamieson Ave #606-607, Alexandria VA, 22314
• $450,000 :: 2181 Jamieson Ave #2102, Alexandria VA, 22314
• $775,000 :: 2151 Jamieson Ave #1904, Alexandria VA, 22314
• $390,000 :: 2121 Jamieson Ave #510, Alexandria VA, 22314
• $825,000 :: 2151 Jamieson Ave #1601, Alexandria VA, 22314

Located near the corner of Madison and North Pitt the Alexandria House Condominiums are ideally situated for getting to the busy night life of King St. as well as easy access to Crystal City and Washington DC.  In addition to its superb location it also offers excellent amenities, including:

• Concierge service
• A rooftop pool
• Community party room

• Sauna and exercise room
• Controlled access and video monitoring of the outside
• Additional Storage
• An underground garage

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With a wide variety of layouts the units come in one to three bedroom styles with hardwood floors.

The building has heat pumps and central air conditioning.  Condo fees range typically from 450-650depending on unit size.

The Alexandria House was built in 1975,  and is beautifully situated near the Potomac River and GW Bike Path along which a multitude of parks can be found.

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Upper King Street Fresh Farmers' Market is held at 1806 King St. aat the King Street Gardens Park. The King Street Gardens Park is a short walk east from the King St. Metro station. The market is open from 3 pm to 7 pm on Wednesdays. The market is open through-out the late spring and summer until October 28, 2009.

Sunset at Carlyle Towers

Carlyle Towers is located in the Carlyle District near Old Town Alexandria in Alexandria VA. There are three towers in this community, each one with different views of the city, the Potomac or the Monument. In the summer Alexandria is green and full of tourists, life and bustling with happy people. Carlyle Towers is conveniently located between the Eisenhower Metro and the King St. Metro. To check the prices and availability of listings at Carlyle Towers, just click the link!

Carlyle Towers is about 10 years old now and most units are in top condition. Some units in Carlyle Towers have already been refurbished and upgraded with touches like new hardwood floors and crown molding. Some even have new kitchens and bathrooms.

Where will you spend your sunset?

I recently went on an excursion to Braddock Place and several condos near the Braddock Metro Station. The homes in this area are reasonably priced with excellent commutes to Alexandria, the Pentagon, Crystal City, DC and Arlington. Here's the view from a typical balcony as it looks back toward Old Town and the Potomac.

This condo had a nice kitchen with a pass through that allows light in from the balcony into the kitchen.

This unit is just a few paces from the Braddock Metro Station passing through the circle and then overpass to the station.

All units have balconies in this condo community.

Fireplaces are another nice touch here.

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About the Author --- Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Will Nesbitt Realty and maintains Condo 1 Alexandria. 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.

Alexandria's history as a colonial seaport is well-known in the area, and is one of the reasons that this city to calls to visitors from around the country and around the world. Alexandria's seaport was once a bustling place of industry and commerce, but the cargo ships and packets from foreign seas are long gone now. Today, Alexandria's waterfront is geared more toward the pleasant than the practical.

Where the Water Meets the the Road

At the end of King St. where the road meets the water, there are brick walkways and wooden decks. Plenty of benches and gazebos are there and in the evenings this is a place to find street musicians and other performers practicing their craft before wandering walkers .

In the left side of this picture is the Torpedo Factory, an Alexandria landmark. The Torpedo Factory was what the name implies: an edifice dedicated to the construction of naval weapons of war. But as the industry's needs grew beyond the space here on the Alexandria waterfront, the building was repurposed as an art and crafts center. The building now houses a good many artists is is a wonderful place for tourists and residents alike to visit.

The Torpedo Factory

The Torpedo Factory and the waterfront are very close to the Torpedo Factory condos---high end condos in Old Town. For a list of prices and to check the availability of condos click the Torpedo Factory Condos. If you're interested in searching condos, townhouses and houses around Old Town you might find this post useful.

Metro Access

Among other things, the waterfront at Alexandria is nice because it's metro accessible. Simply take the Metro to King St. Station and then ride the free trolley to the Waterfront. The trolley is a service of the City of Alexandria for visitors and residents. It's a fun and easy way to make your way across Old Town.

Nearby Parks and Trails

Parks and paths line the waterfront these days. It's the perfect place for a walk on a Spring day.

Benches are found at just the right places. These photos were taking on a weekday morning, but in the afternoons and evenings the waterfront wakes up. Tourists, joggers and walkers share this open public space.

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The Alexandria House is located a few blocks from King St. on Madison St. in Old Town Alexandria between the waterfront and the Washington St. This towering landmark of a building boasts broad wrap-around balconies with views of the Capitol, National Airport, Old Town and the Blue Ridge Mountains. This condo complex is in a spectacular neighborhood, but to me anyway, the real appeal of the Alexandria House is the balconies and the views.

I have collected some snapshots to represent the views from these condominium balconies.

This is a view from the northeastern side of the building about 20 floors up. The view is over the north end of Alexandria toward the Blue Ridge Mountains. The high-rises of Arlington are easily visible to the naked eye but in this picture Arlington is just a few bumps near the horizon on the right.

In this unit the kitchen has a pass-through that allows the cook to look out to windows on three sides. In the distance one can see the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and the Potomac River.

The wrap-around balconies mean that even the bedrooms have balconies and tremendous views.

In this picture its obvious that Alexandria House is only a block or two from the waterfront. Down below one of Alexandria's many pleasure boats tools upriver toward Washington DC. Check these links for more views or information about the Alexandria House condos in Old Town Alexandria.

To search condo listings in Old Town Alexandria click here.

Porto Vecchio Condominiums are located on the George Washington Parkway at 1250 South Washington Street at the edge of Old Town Alexandria. These condos at the edge of the Capitol Beltway bring a touch of the Mediterranean to the colonial seaport that is Old Town Alexandria.

Porto Vecchio is named after a famed port in Corsica. True to its namesake, this mansard-roofed complex looks like very much like a seaside villa transplanted to the Potomac. Terraces and colonnades present a elegant European styling which is uncommon in Alexandria.

Built in 1983, Porto Vecchio is a mid-rise that houses 125 units. The strategic location of Porto Vecchio lends to spectacular views from most units. Depending upon the location in the complex, your unit can have views of Belle Haven Marina and the tidal marshes of the Potomac, the wide expanses of the Potomac and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge, Old Town Alexandria, or Belle Haven Country Club. A few of the most exclusive units enjoy several of these views. As part of Porto Vecchio's continued commitment to excellence, the building's exterior is currently undergoing renovations.

Typical Porto Vecchio units feature open floor plans; updated and renovated kitchens; separate dining rooms, wood floors; whirlpool tubs; and one or two spaces in the underground parking garage.

For information about sales, rentals and property management at Porto Vecchio or any condo in Alexandria and Northern Virginia, contact Will Nesbitt with Condo 1 Alexandria. Click here, if you'd like a personally prepared market report on what is available at Porto Vecchio. If you'd prefer a self-service approach, check the following links:

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Unit Type	For Sale	Condo Fees	Rental
One Bedroom, 750 to 870 sf	365,500 (350,000 to 385,000)	310-350	1700 (1550 to 1900)
Two Bedroom, 930 to 1160 sf	450,000 (378,300 to 550,000)	390 to 500	2250 (1900 to 3600)
Three Bedroom, 1605 to 1860 sf	740,000 (560,000 to 790,000)	695 to 815	3,250 (2,750 to 3,500)

Carlyle Towers is located at 2121, 2151, 2181 Jamieson Ave between Eisenhower Ave and Duke Street in Alexandria, VA. With easy access to I-495/I-95, Route 1, the GW Parkway, and 395. The three Carlyle Towers were built in the 1997, 1999, and 2001, they're a 15 minute commute to D.C.

Amenities include:

• 24 Hour Security
• Storage Space
• Outdoor pool
• Gym
• Party Room
• Tennis Courts
• Putting greens
• Balconies
• Garage Parking
• In Unit Washer/Dryer
• Gas and Water utilities included in condo fee
• Electric Heat Pump
• Central A/C
• Gas Hot Water Heater
• Walking distance to Metro

About the Author ---  Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo 1 Alexandria.  To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.

The Eisenhower Metro stop is located at 2400 Eisenhower Avenue. It is across the street from the Hoffman Town Center and entertainment complex. Eisenhower station is just inside the Capital Beltway (I-495) at the Telegraph Road exit. The Eisenhower Metro is served by the Yellow Line.

Eisenhower is a two platform station. Access to both platforms is provided to two escalators and an elevator. Bike parking is available with 10 bike racks and 6 lockers in the station.

The first train departs at 4:51 am Huntington and the last train departs at 12:37 am Huntington. Service became available to the public on December, 17, 1983. The REX bus provides service nearby at the corner of Swamp Fox Rd. and Eisenhower. Eisenhower is served by DASH buses 2, 6, & 7.

Metrorail fares are posted on the WMATA site. Fares are discounted for children and seniors.

The Eisenhower Metro serves the Carlyle District and is convenient for workers at businesses in and around the Hoffman Center. The Eisenhower Metro is also useful for many residents in the condos of the Carlyle District. For some residents, the Eisenhower Metro is more convenient than the King St. Metro.

The Eisenhower Metro is in the 22314 zip code, which is generally considered Old Town Alexandria, but there is very little that is "old" anywhere near this stop in the Carlyle District.  The Carlyle Towers and several other new structures dominate the skyline here. For more information about Carlyle Towers, or the condos of the Carlyle District, please contact Will Nesbitt of Condo 1 Alexandria at 703 765 0300.

About the Author --- Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Will Nesbitt Realty and maintains Condo 1 Alexandria. 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.

Residents and visitors know that Old Town Alexandria is a special place. Old Town Alexandria is at once colonial and historic, a seaport and city, urban and chic. Old Town is home to many shops, restaurants, boutiques and coffee shops. Much of Old Town is filled with elegant brick townhouses and rowhouse houses. Some of these (Abingdon Row for example) are new. But many are historic.

Another thread in the tapestry of Old Town are the high-rises near the waterfront at the north end of Old Town. is the condominiums on N. Pitt Street known as Port Royal. From the 16 floors of Port Royal one will find some of the best views in Old Town. The rear of the building overlooks the Potomac and the flight approach to Reagan National Airport. The lobbies and common areas of the building are well-maintained and pleasant.


Port Royal has a variety of models from studios and up.  The units vary in condition, but most are very nice and have been recently renovated. Contact Condo 1 Alexandria Alexandria to arrange a tour of available condos at Port Royal. To view the interiors of units and to browse properties online, please check the following links:

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The Carlyle District is a 76.5 acre development in Old Town Alexandria. The district includes a complex of offices, hotels and retail space anchored by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, as well as condo communities such as Carlyle Towers.

Living and Working in the Carlyle District

The Carlyle District is named for John Carlyle, a Scottish merchant who was a founding trustee and the first overseer of Alexandria, Virginia. Ultimately, it will comprise more than 7 million square feet of office, hotel, residential, and retail space. The 76.5-acre tract is designed to be a vibrant, walkable area with an atmosphere that reflects adjacent Old Town but with a modern urban flair. It is designated a Coordinated Design/Development District (CDD), meaning design and development standards are already in place for an allocated 7 million square feet of office, hotel, residential, and retail space, allowing for faster approval of final plans.

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Related Topics

• Old Town Alexandria --- A beginner's guide to life in 22314 zip code
  
• Eisenhower Metro Station --- One of two metro stations that bracket the Carlyle District
  
• King St. Metro Station --- King St. is one of the most touristy destinations in Alexandria
  
• George Washington Masonic Memorial --- Also known as the Masonic Temple or Alexandria Lighthouse
  
• Alexandria Guide --- General information about specific Alexandria landmarks and features
• Talk to a local expert --- Contact a local expert who can answer questions about housing and the housing market in and near the Carlyle District and USPTO

AMC movie complexes are located all throughout the United Sates and Canada with over 350 theaters and over 5,000 screens. AMC Hoffman 22 is a 22-screen theater making it the largest movie complex in Northern Virginia and second largest in the region. Built in 2001, it is a relatively new theater. There ATM machines for purchasing tickets and advance ticket pickup. Ten of the screens are on the first floor with a very large lobby leading to a escalator or elevator to the second floor with 12 more screens. Two of theaters seat 410, and three others seat 318.

In addition to easy service from the Eisenhower Metro, the entertainment complex has plenty of parking. There is paid parking available in the garage next door and surface parking available for free. At night and on the weekends. when the offices of the Hoffman Center are closed, there is additional surface parking available for free.

Tickets:
Adult $10.50
Matinee $8.50
Child (ages 2-12) $7.50
Senior (ages 60+) $9.50
Student Day (Every Thursday for a limited time ages 13+ w/ valid student ID) $7.50
Senior Day (Every Thursday for a limited time, ages 60+) $6.00
A.M. Cinema (All shows before Noon on weekends) $6.00

AMC Hoffman 22
206 Swamp Fox Rd.
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 998-4262

There are several eating establishments in close proximity to the theater. These include:

• Ted's Montana Steakhouse -- Bison, buffalo and good old American fare
• Ruby Tuesdays -- More than just a burger
• San Antonio Bar & Grill -- Tex-Mex food, busy bar scene
• Cold Stone Creamery -- hand-mixed premium ice cream
• California Tortilla -- A great little taco joint
• Bread & Chocolate -- coffee, cakes and sandwiches
• Galae Thai --- Thai cuisine

There are many condos and residences located in and around the Eisenhower Valley. Will Nesbitt there to help make sense of it all and to help you find your next residence.

With floor-to-ceiling windows and wrap-around balconies, the 23-story Alexandria House invites sunlight and star-gazing. Constructed of concrete and stucco in 1975, the building affords spectacular views of National Harbor, the Maryland shore, the Capitol and the landmark Masonic Memorial looming above Old Town.

Located at the corner of Madison Street and North Pitt Street, Alexandria House overlooks Oronoco Park just four blocks from the Potomac River. As if the delights of Old Town weren't enough, it boasts the following amenities:

• Rooftop pool and observation deck
• concierge
• party room,
• Sauna and exercise room
• Security system featuring a locked main entrance and exterior cameras
• Fire detection system
• Storage
• Underground garage

The Carlyle Towers is a contemporary luxury three-building complex located across the street from the George Washington Masonic Memorial and just blocks away from the King Street Metro Station. Carlyle Towers are also only four blocks away from the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station and Metrorail’s Blue and Yellow line which makes the Carlyle Towers a great location for travel. Carlyle is located near Old Town Alexandria.

The Carlyle Towers offers a living lifestyle you will enjoy, appreciate, and won't want to leave anytime soon. There are plenty of amenities that will enhance your living experience. There are not one, but two swimming pools. There are both his and her sauna rooms, a hot tub, and a swim-in-place pool. In addition to the Jacuzzi pools, there are tennis courts, a shuffle board court, putting greens, an indoor car wash area, and individual bike storage. The fitness and exercise room is complete with machines, free weights and treadmills.

The average square footage of units at the Carlyle is 1200. Each condo generally includes a living-dining combo, a master bedroom with full bath, kitchen with new applicances and of course a washer, dryer, dishwasher and microwave.

Carlyle Towers has a vibrant neighborhood community with many club activities. Here are a few of the interests represented by clubs here:

• book,
• garden,
• walking,
• dinner,
• investments,
• bridge.

A feature that grabs everyone’s attention is the community roof deck overlooking the George Washington Masonic Memorial. Many of the amenities mentioned above (such as the putting green) are found on the deck or near the deck (such as the hot tubs). Many units at the Carlyle have views toward the memorial.

Because of its central location in the Carlyle District, Carlyle Towers is close to many conveniences and services. For example, there is an AMC Hoffman Movie Theater complex only a couple blocks away at the Eisenhower Metro. Whole Foods Grocery Store is located nearby on Duke Street. There are numerous restaurants within walking distance and many more a trolley ride away. Some of those restaurants include Stella’s, Joe Thiesman's, the Carlyle Deli Market, and Eve’s Place. Old Town is filled with shops and restaurants like Hard Times Café, Misha's and Le Gaulois.

If you enjoy visiting libraries you might enjoy any one of three different libraries that are less than 3 miles from Carlyle Towers, Martha Washington Library, James Duncan Library, and Kate W. Barrett Library.

There are numerous schools within a 3 mile radius in the local area of the Carlyle Towers, T.C. Williams High (“Remember The Titans” movie), George Washington Middle, Francis C. Hammond Middle, Lyles- Crouch Elementary, Maury Elementary, and Jefferson-Houston Elementary. Education resources include

• Virginia Department of Education
• Alexandria City Public Schools
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• Bishop Denis J. O'Connell High School
• Bishop Ireton High School
• Browne Academy
• Bullis School
• Burgundy Farm Day School
• Episcopal High School
• Fairfax County Public Schools
• Holton Arms School
• Madeira School, The
• Maret School
• National Cathedral School
• Potomac School, The
• St. Albans School
• St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School
• Sidwell Friends School

Another benefit of living at Carlyle Towers is that residents are eligible to join The Carlyle Club. The Carlyle Club hosts events such as weddings, cocktail parties, rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, bat & bar mitzvahs, baptisms, birthday parties, private parties, and Quinceneras. The Carlyle Club will provide elegance and sophistication for your events. Entertainment of all sorts can be provided with a state of the art sound and light system, bands, orchestras, and comedy acts. Various platters and dishes include seafood, pasta, vegetarian/vegan meals, carving, and deserts.

Recently Carlyle Towers held a "Get Acquainted" in May at The Carlyle Club in the John Carlyle Square. The party’s purpose was to bring the residents of the Carlyle community together. The Carlyle Towers are managed by the CFM Management Services which serves the Washington D.C. metro area.

Carlyle Towers Condominium 1826 Duke St. Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 836-8666

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Founded in 1995, the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office Museum serves the public need to understand the importance intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. As you might imagine, intellectual property effects nearly every aspect of our daily life. The museum also underscores some of the innovations that have aided mankind by improving medicine, motor vehicles, and modern technology. The museum encourages and promotes future inventors to strive for excellence in invention.

If you're looking for the latest and greatest inventions get to the museum before Labor Day. Until then, twenty-five of the best inventions of 2007 can be viewed at the Modern Marvels Exhibit.

Art of Invention - Invention of Art Exhibit includes 70 works that serve a practical purpose. The first section is dedicated to inventors who pursued (or were inspired by) beauty. The section section of this exhibit features inventions that were a major factor and importance in science and industry. A few of these inventions are a part of both groups. For example the Hubble Space Telescope is an important scientific machine of discovery, but it also takes beautiful pictures of space. The museum also showcases inventions from throughout history chronicling some of the important steps we have taken in innovation.

The museum would not be complete without its own invention.  The USPTO Museum features a new system of video LED strip monitors. These can be arranged at will by changing display captions. In 2005 this innovative way to display content in a museum was issued its own patent.

The USPTO museum is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm; on Saturday from noon to 5 pm. The USPTO museum is closed on Sundays and federal holidays.

For metro riders, the USPTO is best accessed by the King St. Metro on the Yellow Line. The museum is located at the atrium of the Madison Building of the US Patent & Trademark Office at 600 Dulany Street which is on the periphery of Old Town, near the King St. Metro, in the Carlyle District. The Carlyle District is home to many upscale condos which have views of the USPTO, the Alexandria Lighthouse and more. For information about these condos in Alexandria please contact Will Nesbitt of Condo 1 Alexandria.

The War of 1812 Re-enactment will take place at the Carlyle House Historic Park on 121 N. Fairfax Street in Old Town Alexandria on Saturday August 23rd, 10am-4pm.

On 1814, Alexandria surrendered to the British Royal Navy, commanded by James Gordon, and forced into paying a ransom of flour, cotton, tobacco, rum, and sugar. The capture of the city allowed the British to burn public buildings and lead to the fleeing of the government and President James Madison.

The Carlyle House, a fixture in Old Town, is a wonderful venue for such an event with over 250 years of history. Many Alexandria newcomers are unaware that the Carlyle District, home to the condos of Carlyle Towers at King St. Metro are named after this estate. 

For more information about condos in Alexandria or condominiums near Alexandria contact Condo 1 Alexandria.

The Barrett Library was built in 1937 and named after Kate Waller Barrett (185?-1925), to honor her memory as a humanitarian, social crusader, and political reformer. Mrs. Barrett was a very accomplished woman who received an her M.D. from the Woman's Medical College of Georgia in 1892. Dr. Barrett opened a home for unwed mothers in 1893 with the financial aid of Charles Crittenton. By 1909 there were over 90 homes and national headquarters in Washington D.C. DR. Barrett also was involved in veterans' relief, woman's suffrage, and the restoration of the Arlington Mansion.

The library has undergone renovations and expanded its facilities in 1995. The Foundation Center at Barrett Library collaborates with the Alexandria Library to strengthen the nonprofit sector with the appropriate knowledge about U.S. philanthropy and training for its patrons.

The Barrett Branch also offers the SummerQuest children's programs and “Let’s Talk Books” a Barrett book discussion group held every second Wednesday of each month at 7pm.

Hours: Monday-Thursday 9am-9pm
Friday 9am-6pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 1pm-5pm

Kate Waller Barrett Branch Library
717 Queen Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 838-4555

Old Town Alexandria is a great place to live or work.

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Old Town is known for its 18th-Century buildings and colonial architecture. Abingdon Row fits nicely into the look and feel of Old Town. Abingdon Row is newly constructed, but the design takes it cues from the historical architectural details that are common to Old Town's 18th century spirit. The columns and pilasters of Abingdon Row together with the arched windows and iron-railed terraces are all tied together by stately brickwork.

Abingdon Row is at the north end of Old Town. It's a place a few blocks off the main drag, so traffic there is little cut-through traffic. These condos are just a few blocks from the waterfront, Oronoco Bay Park and Founders Park.   The development promises (and mostly delivers) luxurious high-end condos in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria.

Abingdon Row was built by a family-owned real estate development company that specializes in innovative infill residential development. Before Abingdon Row, the Holladay Corporation had already built over 16,000 homes---including single-family residences, townhomes, condominiums, and apartments. An on-site visitor will quicky notice the attention to detail and the craftsmanship of the builders at Abingdon Row.

The common areas have all the amenities one would expect in a luxury development and a few pleasant surprises. The building has controlled access and reserved underground parking. Most homes include storage areas. The community rooftop deck is quite pleasant, as is the courtyard at the heart of the property.

The kitchens feature granite countertops, maple cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. A 30" gas range will delight the gourmet chef in your family. There are hardwood floods in the kitchen and on into the living room, dining room, foyer and kitchen. 9' Ceilings in Living Areas impart a sense of grandeur to the feel of the unit. Details such as recessed lighting, and fine two panel interior doors compliment the architectural styling that is Old Town, yet modern.

Each unit has its own high efficiency electric heat and air conditioning systems as well as a full sized washer and dryer. Selected homes have balconies, patios and rooftop decks.

Units vary in price based upon the number of bedrooms and upgrades and features such as the balconies.  The builder has a sales office on-site, but buyers have the right to select their own representation. Will Nesbitt of Condo 1 Alexandria specializes in condos in Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church and Fairfax County. 

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The Bearings South are aptly named: here, in the heart of historic Alexandria, one could never feel lost.

Built in 1941 as garden-style apartments and originally called Boulevard of Old Town apartments, these seven buildings were converted into a condominium community in 2006. The 158 units combine solid, red-brick construction with contemporary finishes such as granite countertops, Brazilian hardwood floors, crown molding, and stainless-steel kitchen appliances.

Studios, 1 bedroom, 2-bedroom and loft units are available, with both traditional and open floor plans. The Bearings condos feature galley kitchens, walk-in closets and ceiling fans supplemented by individual air-conditioning units.

Located in the 800 block of South Washington Street, the Bearings opens to the brick sidewalks and shade trees of Old Town, the oldest part of Alexandria --- originally laid out in 1749 --- and a nationally designated historic district. Immediately to the south is St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery, the oldest public Catholic cemetery in Virginia and the oldest active cemetery in all of Alexandria.

Six blocks east is the Potomac River---a pleasant stroll for Bearings residents and their dogs. Nearby are Oronoco Bay Park, the gourmet grocer Balducci's and restaurants such as The Fish Market and Union Street Pub. Cyclists have easy access to the bicycle path to Mount Vernon.

The Bearings condominium association provides:

• Maintenance of a common laundry room
• Maintenance of the grounds
• Maintenance of the exteriors
• Salaries of management staff
• A master insurance policy
• A reserve fund
• Snow removal
• Trash removal

Each condo is assigned a space in the complex parking lot, and on-street parking is available as well. A short walk away is the turn-around for the King Street Trolley, a free shuttle that connects the waterfront with the King Street Metro station. King Street station serves Metro's blue and yellow lines, the Manassas and Fredericksburg lines of the Virginia Railway Express, and Amtrak. It is also a hub for Alexandria's DASH buses and Metro buses, and it features a taxi stand.