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Located just 12 miles from the nation’s capital in Alexandria, VA, the Kingstowne community has a lot to offer potential homebuyers, including a location that is convenient to public transportation, as well as plenty of dining, shopping and entertainment options. Kingstowne also provides prospective buyers with a wide array of real estate options to choose from, though it is important to know that homes for sale in this area rarely stay on the market for very long.
Who Should Consider Living in Kingstowne?
Kingstowne is a community that is perfect for everyone, from people living on their own for the first time to people getting ready to start a family to people who have recently retired and are thinking of downsizing to a condo or townhome that is easy to maintain. It is also ideal for buyers who want to stick to a strict budget, yet get a well-maintained and large home.
Thanks to its ideal location that provides quick access to the Capital Beltway, as well as the Van Dorn Street and Franconia Springfield Metro stations, Kingstowne is perfect for anyone who plans to regularly commute to the nation’s capital or the Pentagon. Kingstowne also happens to be just minutes away from Fort Belvoir. Finally, Kingstowne offers easy access to several other nearby Alexandria neighborhoods, such as Old Town, West End and Fairlington.
Kingstowne is also perfect for anyone who has a desire to live in a distinctly urban environment and take advantage of all the perks that come along with it, while also having quick and easy access to nature at its very best. Residents of Kingstowne can take advantage of the miles of walking and biking trails, ponds, volleyball and tennis courts, swimming pools, children’s playgrounds and tot lots, and open green space situated within the community’s 1200 acres.
Finally, Kingstowne is a good match for anyone who enjoys getting involved with their community. Various activities and events are frequently hosted in the area, such as the Annual Eggcitement Egg Hunt, Comedy Night, Valentine’s Dance, Halloween parties, and more. The community keeps an up-to-date list of upcoming activities on the official Kingstowne website.
An Overview of the Kingstowne Real Estate Market
The Kingstowne real estate market includes everything from mid-century and 21st-century single-family homes with more than enough square footage for a growing household to cozy condos that are ideal for first-time buyers and unique townhomes in communities offering endless amenities. Thanks to the multiple mixed-development communities in Kingstowne that consist of condos, townhomes, and single-family homes, it is entirely possible to stay in the same great neighborhood when upsizing or downsizing.
On rare occasions, you can even find land for sale that allows buyers to design and build their dream home from the ground up. As an added bonus, Kingstowne home prices tend to be affordable, with prices ranging from the low $200,000s to upper $700,000s.
Single-Family Homes in Kingstowne
Many of the single-family homes in Kingstowne, such as those in the upscale Edge Hill neighborhood, feature a Colonial-style design and provide tons of interior space spread over multiple levels, as well as a generous amount of private outdoor space. Although most are over 20 years old, they have been incredibly well taken care of and updated over the years.
The gigantic homes in the Haywood Farm neighborhood are a great example. Many of these homes have four or more bedrooms, two or more bathrooms, a walkout deck overlooking a spacious backyard, and updated kitchens, along with a fireplace (or two), hardwood floors, and a surprising amount of storage space. The majority of these well-maintained homes are renovated and updated so they are move-in ready, but you may also be able to find one that needs a bit of work and gives you the chance to put your personal touch on it.
You can also find single-family homes in the Island Creek mixed-development community of Kingstowne. First constructed in 2000, homes in this community tend to have at least 2,000 square feet of living space, an attached garage, and a more open floor plan. Here, homeowners usually appreciate the close proximity to the Franconia/Springfield Metro Station and Kingstowne Center, along with the great amenities available, including multiple pools; a clubhouse; basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts; a playground; and nature trails. Best of all, the monthly HOA fees are affordable when you consider everything that comes with it.
If you are searching for a large single-family home, the Kingstowne area is definitely one to consider. However, you should be prepared to act fast, as these affordable homes rarely stay on the market for very long.
Kingstowne Area Condos
The Kingstowne area also provides potential buyers with an extensive array of condos to choose from. Space is the one thing that really sets condos in this area apart from other neighborhoods in Alexandria. Many of the condos in Kingstowne, including those in the Island Creek, Chancery of Kingstowne, Stratford Place at Kingstowne, and Manchester Lakes neighborhoods, have at least two well-sized bedrooms, although one-bedroom condos can also be found, particularly in the Eton Square neighborhood.
Kingstowne condo communities include tons of amenities, which anyone looking for a new home is sure to enjoy. Additionally, many of the condos offer features that are sure to appeal to buyers, such as open floor plans, 9-foot ceilings, fireplaces, large balconies with views of Kingstowne’s rolling hills, assigned parking spots, and more. Best of all, these condos are surprisingly affordable, with some available for as little as $250,000. Again, you'll need to act fast because these condos don't stay available for too long.
Townhomes in Kingstowne
Townhomes in Kingstowne provide potential buyers with an option that has as much space as a single-family home along with many of the perks associated with condo living. Many townhomes on the market consist of more than 1,500 square feet of living space spread over three levels, giving owners tons of room to spread out. Three spacious bedrooms and a minimum of two bathrooms are common, as well as an open main level that is ideal for entertaining friends and family. Anyone looking for a larger townhome should definitely look at Olde Franconia Station, where total square footage ranges from 2,356 square feet to 2,895 square feet spread over four levels.
Small townhome communities, such as Glenwood Mews, are available, which makes it easier to befriend your new neighbors. However, if you prefer to maintain your anonymity, you will appreciate the larger communities with more than 100 townhomes, such as Autumn Chase Hunt and Manchester Lakes.
What Does Kingstowne Have to Offer Potential Buyers?
In addition to a wide array of affordable single-family homes, condos, and townhomes with plenty of amenities and spacious living spaces, the community also offers residents easy access to Kingstowne Towne Center. Home to medical, dental, and veterinary offices, along with various service providers and countless restaurants and shops, including Walmart, Safeway, and Kohl’s, this shopping center has everything homeowners in the community could possibly need. This includes the 16-screen Regal Cinemas, Bone Fish Grill, Asian Bistro, Moby Dick’s House of Kabob, and Chicago Uno Pizzeria.
Any residents who, for whatever reason, can’t find what they are looking for at Kingstowne Towne Center can easily head to nearby Springfield Town Center. Here, you’ll find everything from Dick’s Sporting Goods to Nordstrom Rack, Macy’s, Target, Springfield Wellness Center, Verizon, and AT&T. Dining options include the gourmet burgers and decadent shakes at Zinburger, as well as Thai Max, Sarku Japan, and the locally owned Silver Diner, where only the freshest ingredients grown at local farms are used. Springfield Town Center is also home to a movie theater, Artopia, which offers painting classes, and Fit4Mom, a fitness program designed to meet the unique needs of expectant and new moms, along with moms in every other stage of motherhood.
Residents of Kingstowne also have easy access to the Kingstowne Farmers Market, which is open every Friday from early May to late October and conveniently located in the Kingstowne Towne Center parking lot. The market hosts numerous vendors who sell everything from fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and grain crops to homemade bread, pastries, pies, cakes, and cookies, freshly made Italian pasta, homemade salsa, Middle Eastern delicacies, and fresh beef, pork, turkey, lamb, chicken, and eggs from the fifth-generation Smith Family Farm.
Kingstowne residents who enjoy hiking and jogging along wooded trails will appreciate the close proximity to Kingstowne Park. Although slightly outside of the Kingstowne area, Huntley Meadows, a natural and historical island that encompasses more than 1,500 acres, is close enough to enjoy on a regular basis. Known as a prime birdwatching site, thanks to the more than 200 different species of birds that have been identified in the park, this park also gives visitors the opportunity to see plenty of wildlife while walking the trails and crossing the boardwalk over the wetlands.
If you are interested in finding your own single-family home, condo, or townhome in Kingstowne, there is no time like the present to start your search.
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