Welcome to 979 Powhatan Street Timeless Style in the Heart of Old Town Alexandria. This elegant townhome offers a rare blend of historic character and modern updates, ideally located in one of Alexandrias most desirable neighborhoods. With 1, 927 square feet of living space across three thoughtfully finished levels, this home features three spacious bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, providing comfort, flexibility, and room to grow. A charming front porch welcomes you home and hints at the warmth and sophistication inside. The freshly painted interior showcases beautifully refinished hardwood floors on the main level and brand-new hardwoods upstairs. The living room, centered around a cozy gas fireplace, creates a perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining alike. A separate dining room offers ample space for hosting guests or enjoying intimate dinners. The updated kitchen will appeal to home chefs and casual cooks alike, featuring new stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, generous cabinetry, and a light-filled breakfast room ideal for morning coffee or casual meals. Upstairs, the expansive primary bedroom serves as a private retreat, complete with a fully renovated bathroom featuring quartz and marble surfaces, a frameless glass shower and double sink vanity. There's also a useful dressing area. A second bedroom and en suite bathroom complete this level. The top floor includes a third bedroom suite and a full laundry room, offering added privacy and functionality. Additional features include high ceilings, walk-in attic storage, and a quaint enclosed brick patioperfect for outdoor dining or quiet relaxation. Situated just minutes from Braddock Road Metro, this home offers unmatched convenience for commuting or travel. Enjoy easy access to neighborhood restaurants, riverfront parks, and all the shopping and dining that Old Town has to offer. National Airport is just two traffic lights away, making travel effortless. 979 Powhatan Street is a unique opportunity to enjoy refined living in a prime location.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper 1
- Bedroom 2 Level: Upper 1
- Bedroom 3 Level: Upper 2
- Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - HardWood, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Bedroom 2 Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Bedroom 3 Features: Flooring - HardWood
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
- Primary Bathroom Level: Upper 1
- Bathroom 2 Level: Upper 1
- Bathroom 3 Level: Upper 2
Interior Features
- Attic
- Floor Plan - Traditional
- Formal/Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen - Galley
- Kitchen - Eat-In
- Kitchen - Table Space
- Primary Bath(s)
- Wood Floors
- Window Treatments
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Breakfast Area
- Dining Area
- Recessed Lighting
- Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Exhaust Fan
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Washer
- Icemaker
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Features: Forced Air
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Breakfast Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Breakfast Room Level: Main
- Dining Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Chair Rail, Crown Molding
- Dining Room Level: Main
- Kitchen Features: Flooring - HardWood, Double Sink
- Kitchen Level: Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room Level: Main
- Living Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Fireplace - Wood Burning
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0346189
- Lot Size Square Feet: 1507
Garage and Parking
- Off Street Parking: 2
- Parking Features: Assigned, Parking Lot, Off Street
- Parking Total: 2
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 460
- Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 153
School Information
- Elementary School: JEFFERSON-HOUSTON
- High School: ALEXANDRIA CITY
- Middle School: JEFFERSON-HOUSTON
- School District: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 11545.0
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: ALEXANDRIA CITY
- Disclaimer: Standard
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: ALEXANDRIA CITY
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Source Neighborhood: OLD TOWN GATEWAY
- Postal Code Plus 4: 1360
- Subdivision: OLD TOWN GATEWAY
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1927
- Year Built: 1996
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1927
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Property Age: 29
- Levels or Stories: 3
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- House Style: Colonial
- Total Area Sqft: 1927