1649 Preston Rd, Alexandria, VA 22302

Available 12/12/2025 . Beautiful and spacious1 BR with high-end finishes is set back from the street and showcases so much that is special about historic Parkfairfax. This Monroe model (affectionately called the tree house by some) is in an excellent location that offers an exceptional opportunity for sophisticated city living in a park-like setting. The newly installed kitchen has new hardwood cabinetry, honed granite countertops, a high-end ceramic backsplash, and all new stainless-steel appliances. The new in-unit combo washer/dryer is installed in a separate cedar-lined closet with built-in storage for added convenience. The bathroom has floor to ceiling Italian glass tiled walls and updated fixtures including large, sliding glass shower doors. The large bedroom offers private and peaceful woodland views plus 2 closets and new carpet. The shaded stoop and gravel entry gardens are ideal for potted plants and gardening, and the natural light from the large-view casement windows shows off the new hardwood floors. This striking condo offers extensive and well-planned updates in a conveniently located community inside the Beltway with abundant amenities. Parkfairfax offers 3 swimming pools, including a lap pool, tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts, a gym, beautifully landscaped common gardens, woodland trails, open spaces and tot lots. This unit is located a short walk from the pool and common areas where the community hosts gatherings and a summer concert series. The location is 15 minutes by car from D.C. and Old Town Alexandria and walkable to the shops, entertainment, and restaurants of Shirlington and Bradley Center. It is on bus lines with a short hop to Metro transit stations, accessible to major freeways with HOV, on bike commuter routes and near National Airport and the new Virginia Tech Innovation Campus, Amazon HQ2 and National Landing developments. A rarity on the rental market at any time this unit is available for immediate occupancy. Local and engaged landlords maintain gardens on request. renter pays for cable ,electric