1017 Bernard St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Property Description

Welcome to 1017 Bernard Street, a meticulously maintained, sun-filled end-unit townhome in sought-after Powhatan at Potomac Yard, set in a leafy residential neighborhood. Built in 2017 with a handsome brick and stone exterior and a charming front porch, this contemporary 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home offers four levels of thoughtfully upgraded living space with engineered wood floors throughout. The entry level features a bedroom with a full bath, ideal for guests or a home office, along with custom Elfa closet shelving and inside access to the garage. The bright main level showcases recessed lighting on dimmers and an open living and dining area. The kitchen is a cook's delight with upgraded countertops, a pantry, under-cabinet LED lighting, a KitchenAid gas cooktop and wall oven, and newer KitchenAid stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave (2024). A sliding door opens to the balcony, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxing. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a bath with walk-in shower, joined on the same level by a second bedroom with its own bath. The top level provides a versatile fourth bedroom. Custom electric shades from The Shade Store dress the windows throughout: motorized roller shades on the first and main levels, motorized blackout Roman shades in the bedrooms, and custom linen draperies in the living room, all conveying with the home. Additional highlights include fresh paint throughout the entire house and garage (October 2026), a new Chamberlain ultra-quiet belt drive garage door opener with WiFi and integrated camera plus new springs with a transferable warranty (2026), new smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (2026), an LG smart stackable washer and dryer (2024), Pottery Barn light fixtures, and Elfa garage storage with bike hooks. The spacious rear-entry garage comfortably accommodates an SUV while offering additional room for storage, plus a driveway parking space. Enjoy the best of Old Town living with shops, restaurants and fitness studios within walking distance, a short walk to the Potomac River and the scenic Mount Vernon Trail, and Metro less than a mile away. Community amenities include walking paths, playgrounds, a dog park, picnic areas and a soccer field, with easy access to Washington, DC and the airport.