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Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!
🌤️ Today’s weather: Sunny, with a high near 66 degrees. North wind 5 to 7 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tonight will be clear, with a low of around 44 degrees. Light south wind.
Good Saturday morning, Alexandria!
🌤️ Today’s weather: Patchy drizzle before 11 a.m. Areas of dense fog between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 59 degrees. South wind 5 to 9 mph. Tonight -Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56 degrees. South wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Address: 714 E. Howell Avenue
Neighborhood: Potomac Yard
Type: 3 BR, 4 (+1 half) BA townhouse — 2,924 sq. ft.
Listed: $1,450,000
Noteworthy: A Premier Potomac Yard Townhome with Two Amazing Outdoor Terraces!
Nestled in the vibrant and highly sought-after Potomac Yard neighborhood of Alexandria, this exceptional townhome offers the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and modern living.
Ideally situated across from a peaceful community green space and just steps from Potomac Yard Park, you’ll enjoy access to tennis courts, basketball and pickleball courts, tot lots, and scenic walking and biking trails. Plus, with the Potomac Yard Metro, Virginia Tech’s Innovation Campus, and an array of shopping and dining options just minutes away, everything you need is right at your doorstep.
Spanning four beautifully finished levels, this elegant 3-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence is designed for both comfort and sophistication. The home features spacious outdoor living areas, including a 19’x19’ terrace off the kitchen and a rooftop terrace with a two-sided gas fireplace — perfect for entertaining or unwinding with a view. Inside, an open and light-filled floor plan boasts luxurious LVP wood flooring throughout the main and upper levels, soaring 10-foot ceilings on the main level, a stylish brick accent wall, recessed lighting, and a gourmet kitchen with quartz counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a stunning home in one of Alexandria’s most dynamic communities. Visit our website to explore more features, and contact us today for a private tour!
Tour the property today!
Listed by:
Rob Ferguson — RE/MAX Allegiance
[email protected]
(703) 926-6139
Here in Alexandria, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the most and least expensive condos sold last month (February 2025).
Most expensive condos sold
Good Friday morning, Alexandria!
Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today's weather: Mostly sunny, with a high near 65. North wind 6 to 8 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Tonight - Increasing clouds, with a low around 42. East wind 5 to 8 mph.
Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today's weather: Sunny, with a high near 54 degrees. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight - Partly cloudy, with a low around 38 degrees. South wind around 8 mph becoming northwest after midnight.
ALXnow readers were paying attention this week to stories about a toll charge scam, how you can get free coffee for a year, and the impact tariffs are having locally.
The most-read stories this week were:
Good Friday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today's weather: Cloudy through mid-morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 53 degrees. West wind 8 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. We'll see increasing clouds tonight, with a low around 41 degrees. Southwest wind 7 to 10 mph, becoming northwest after midnight.
Here in Alexandria, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the most and least expensive single-family homes sold last month (February 2025).
Most expensive townhouses sold
Say hello to Cheese, a 2-year-old brown and white dog in need of a forever home.
Cheese would pair perfectly with anyone and is up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
