Address: 500 Duke Street
Neighborhood: Old Town
Type: 5 BR, 4 BA single-family detached
Listed: $3,650,000
Noteworthy: Circa 1840 Victorian gem has been masterfully reimagined.
Circa 1840 Victorian gem has been masterfully reimagined by architect Val Hawkins. Located in the southeast quadrant of Old Town Alexandria, this exquisite home has been fully restored and is ready for the most discerning buyer.
Beyond the original heart pine floors, millwork throughout the home was custom designed and expertly installed. The double parlor features high ceilings, a spectacular bay window and rebuilt wood burning fireplace. A spacious formal dining room has patio access and the home’s second wood burning fireplace. The heart of the home showcases a chef’s kitchen with Bluestar gas range, Dacor refrigerator, wine refrigerator, two Asko dishwashers and a custom built-in banquette with additional storage. The adjoining family room offers direct access to the brick-walled patio. Beyond the family room is a full bath and stairs leading to a private retreat, perfect for a home office, guest suite or fifth bedroom.
Ascend the main staircase to the elegant master suite which features an en suite bath with freestanding soaking tub, double vanity, spacious shower and separate dressing area. The upper level offers three additional spacious bedrooms and two full baths. Luxurious details throughout the home include Waterworks fixtures and tile, marble and soapstone countertops and antique and designer lighting.
This detached home offers windows on four sides and is flooded with natural light throughout the day. With all new plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems and roof this is truly a move-in ready, forever home!
Listed by:
Lauren Bishop — McEnearney Associates Realtors
[email protected]
(202) 361-5079
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St. Paul’s Episcopal Preschool, a play-based, half-day preschool in the heart of Old Town, Alexandria has limited openings for the ’23-’24 school year.
SPEP offers:
- 18 month old – Kindergarten classes
- Full day Kindergarten option (3 days/week)
- Early Care
- Transportation (ages 3+)
- Weekly Field Trips (ages 3+)
- Financial Aid available
Monarch Montessori School located in the heart of Del Ray is enrolling children 6 weeks to 6 years of age for our half day and full day program.
Our hours of operation are 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday-Friday. Monarch Montessori School is open year round, with intermittent breaks.
Children engage in self-directed, self-initiated activities under the guidance of a trained Montessori teacher. Classroom sizes range from 8-12 students. Our robust curriculum includes botany, sensorial activities, the social graces, culture, math, science, practical life, geography, music appreciation and language arts.
You’ll get half off of the registration fee when you register and begin care with us before April 30, 2023.
Del Ray Dog Fest & Yappy Hour
The 1st Annual Del Ray Dog Fest is a fun outdoor event that will include dog-centered activities, dog menu items, live music, vendors and food on Sunday, April 2 from 11am- 3pm at the George Washington Middle School parking lot.