Old Town Alexandria has several parks next to the water. During the summer time pick up volleyball games happen often. Along Union St. there are parks that have a dog park, trails, a basketball court, a playground, and plenty of green grass . These parks are a great resource within walking distance of several neighborhoods.
Condominiums near the volleyball courts include Alexandria House and Port Royal and Old Town Commons. Old Town is a very walkable area. Grocery stores in the area include Safeway, Trader Joe's, and Whole Foods.The nearest metro to the parks is King Street metro station.
The volleyball courts are on Union St.
The volleyball courts are near the Torpedo Factory
Old Town Commons in Old Town Alexandria featuring LEED standards by the U.S Green Building Council is a townhomes community equipped with ENERGY STAR® labeling for energy efficiency, developed by EYA.
Old Town Commons is a brand new development in Old Town Alexandria VA
Such LEED certified buildings are to:
Reduce operating costs and therefore increase asset value
Help conserve water and energy
Reduce waste sent to landfill
Create healthier and safer living environment for residents
Qualify for tax rebates, zoning allowances and such incentives in cities
Highlight an owner’s commitment to environment stewardship and social responsibility
Along with the LEED certification of Old Town Commons, quality construction and safety is also featured with its engineered wall, floor, roof and insulated party wall systems. Old Town Commons also carries CPVC plumbing, brick veneers, fire sprinkler system, programmable thermostat and carbon monoxide detector for every level. Pre-construction meeting, pre-drywall orientation and pre-settlement orientation including 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty™ is provided for occupants.
Being true to its environment friendly feature, Old Town Commons is conveniently equipped with ENERGY STAR®:
This is the second floor of a Old Town Commons townhome
Double pane windows and exterior doors
Low F\flow flush toilets
3rd party inspected house wrap and energy seal package
Electric water heater and optional solar hot water rough-in
Insulation in roof and exterior walls
CFL light fixtures
Optional rough-in for solar electric panels or solar hot water system
Old Town Commons is a series of town houses that cover 5 city blocks. Old Town Commons is located at the intersection of North Columbus Street and Madison Street. This is a great location with walkable features, and metro access. Old Town has several parks, a basketball court, volleyball court, and scenic waterfront views. The address is 735 N. Alfred Street Alexandria, VA 22314735.
Old Town Commons is conveniently close to shopping in Old Town. Old Town Commons is also close to the shopping area at Potomac Yard. These town homes feature rooftop terraces, garage parking, and professional landscaping. Old Town Commons is a short commute to Washington D.C.
Northern Virginia has hot summers
These town houses have Energy Star labeled windows
With a convenient location in Old Town Alexandria between the Braddock Road Metro and the Potomac River, the elegant Old Town Commons condominium are in a class of their own. All of these luxurious condos are new or in the process of being built. All offer private rear yards, beautiful views of Old Town, and easy access to the Braddock Road Metro.
Old Town Commons are minutes away from the Old Town waterfront.
The Old Town Commons host 380 residential units with a variety of 3 to 4 bedroom floor plans. The buildings were developed by EYA and purposefully designed to meet the LEED for Homes standards set by the U.S. Green Building Council. As part of their green design, these new condos boast nontoxic pest treatment, low flow flush toilets, recycled construction materials, low VOC paints and finishes, heat reflective roofing and CFL lighting, including ENERGY STAR® appliances. Not only do these features save residents a significant amount of money, they also earned Old Town Commons the “Most Innovative Infill Community” award in 2010.
Old Town Commons is located only minutes away from downtown Old Town Alexandria. The nearby Mount Vernon Bike Trails and Charles Houston Recreation Center provide residents a variety of local recreational activities.
Old Town Commons residents are served by Maury Elementary School, Douglas MacArthur Elementary School, George Washington Middle School, West Potomac High School, and TC Williams High School.
Homes for sale in Old Town Commons: