Old Town

historic Carlyle House is in Old Town Alexandria

Old Town Alexandria was a Colonial seaport. It is located down-river and within eyesight of Washington DC. Alexandria was George Washington’s hometown. The city’s roster of historic sites underlines how historically influential it has been. Thomas Jefferson entertained at Gadsby’s Tavern; Robert E. Lee worshiped at Christ Church.

The Old Town district includes more than 4,000 historic buildings, outstanding examples of early American architecture that now house small businesses and gracious homes, all waiting to give you a modern welcome. Old Town is characterized by brick sidewalks that line historic structures. Elegant modern structures are carefully planned to fit with the feel of Old Town.

Real Estate in Old Town is generally pricey and prestigious. Parking can be a bit of a hassle, especially in touristy areas along King St. Therefore, a great way to explore the area is to take the Metro to King St. and then hop a ride on the King St. Trolley. The trolley runs its route from 10 am to 10 pm every day.

There is no charge to ride the trolley and it makes stops about every two blocks between the King St. Metro and the Potomac. The length of this circuit can be walked in about 20 minutes, so many choose to take the trolley to the Potomac and then walk back to the Metro through Old Town.

The Trolley makes it final stop before returning to the Metro near the Torpedo Factory. Just as the name implies, the Torpedo Factory was torpedo factory in the early part of the last century. Today it is a world-renowned art center with three floors of open studios and galleries. Here, one can observe artists and purchase original artwork. The Torpedo Factory is on the waterfront where street musicians and entertainers play nearly every night.

The Trolley was designed to compliment service by the National Harbor’s new Water Taxi. The National Harbor is located across the Potomac in Maryland and is the site of a brand new convention center. The convention center and many restaurants are already open in this brand new area landmark. Additionally boat service is available up and down river from the Strand in Old Town. [ more about Old Town real estate ]

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(all data current as of 2/4/2012)

1. $2,121,000 : 22 Wolfe St #57, Alexandria
   
   5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 5,000 sq ft
2. $369,000 : 1600 Prince St #512, Alexandria
   
   1 bed, 1 full bath

   Home size: 899 sq ft
3. $595,000 : 115 Lee St N #Bh-305, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,203 sq ft
4. $534,500 : 330 West St S #303, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths

   Home size: 1,407 sq ft
5. $519,900 : 910 Powhatan St #201n, Alexandria
   
   2 beds, 2 full baths

   Home size: 1,170 sq ft

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