Nine-story high-rise framed by evergreens
Located at 6641 Wakefield Drive in Alexandria VA 22307, blanketed by waterways and parks over 27 acres of woods, River Towers is situated just between Fort Hunt Road and the George Washington Parkway.
The serene neighborhood of River Towers offers a relaxed private environment very close to Old Town Alexandria. Residents here have easy access to the Potomac River, Alexandria and Washington D.C. Many condos here have water views. Some have views of the nearby parks.
What to Find at River Towers:
Welcome to River Towers
Farmer’s Market
Fitness Center
Cinema
Game Club
Library
Mount Vernon Recreation Center
Monuments
Museums
Pool
Clinic
Playground
Restaurants
Wildlife Viewing
What to Do at River Towers:
Basketball
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Diving
Fishing
Golfing
Hiking
Jet Skiing
Racquetball
Sailing
Swimming
Shopping
River Towers in Autumn
Tennis
Water Skiing
Wind Surfing
Volunteering
With Fall here, River Towers’ is a picturesque nature filled neighborhood more than ever and more exciting activities to enjoy within the community.
River Towers is a high-rise condominium community, which is just outside of Washington DC. It is also less than two miles from Old Town Alexandria in Virginia. The location of this condo community is ideal, because of its proximity to the Potomac River and other attractions, such as National Harbor.
High-rise condominium
This condo community is made up of three buildings numbered as such: 6621, 6631 and 6641. These three buildings were constructed in 1963, then converted to condos in 1981. All together, these three comprise over five hundred units.
This community is also within walking distance to Safeway grocery store, the post office, a doughnut shop and an elementary school.
Three roads dead end at River Towers which makes for an easy drive back home and they are as follows: East Wakefield Drive, Potomac Avenue and West Wakefield Drive.
Are you looking for a reasonably prices abode to lay your head? Would you like to rent or maybe buy in the area? See below for some possible landing spots for you and your family.
Real Estate and Neighborhoods of Alexandria, VA
Alexandria dates back to the colonial era and many of the neighborhoods of Alexandria reflect that heritage. However, Alexandria is also home to newer and relatively new neighborhoods like the Carlyle District and Kingstowne. To learn more about these or other neighborhoods in Alexandria VA, surf through the tabs here.
Alexandria is a highly livable city with enviable amenities, culture and attractions. The Commonwealth of Virginia considers Alexandria an "independent city" which means that Alexandria is not in any county. However, parts of Northern Virginia have an Alexandria postal address, but are actually in Fairfax County. All this can be confusing for newcomers to the area, but we try to simplify this in our guide by organizing things so they make sense for the home buyer.
You won't have to be a Virginia jurisdictional authority to find the home you want to buy, but start here for a primer on Alexandria.
River Towers location near the George Washington Parkway and the Potomac River provides nearby residents with accessible bike trails, hiking trails and jogging and nearby paths closed to motor vehicles.
The Mount Vernon Trail follows the river from Mount Vernon at 5 miles south of River Towers to National Airport at 5 miles north of River Tower and to Washington DC and beyond.
Bikers can easily enjoy the trip to the Marina. Both serious and recreational bikers can enjoy the Parkway or the easy local bike trails. These trails are also used by residents who bike to work or to the Metro.
Mount Vernon Trail south of Old Town
Spokes Etc. Bicycles
Aubrey Nesbitt takes a break from riding his bicycle below the Woodrow Wilson Bridge
The argument for staging a house to get it ready for sale is largely based on what are perceived as the shortcomings of vacant, or unstaged, properties. For one, advocates of the staging process say a vacant home distracts would-be buyers from focusing on the actual real estate.
River Towers Living Room
Instead, they allow themselves to speculate on the possible reasons the house is on the market — divorce, financial straits, and other scenarios — as well as on any defects the property may have. Small flaws, like nail holes and worn carpeting, are much more noticeable when the rest of the space is empty. Additionally, a vacant home allows dust to settle and stale odors to linger and spread, cutting short showing times and generating fewer sale chances.
All of these factors lead prospective buyers to submit low-ball bids on vacant homes. Other times, they will not even make a bid at all because empty dwellings simply do not allow them to make an emotional connection to the property. They may not even be able to visualize how their own furnishings may fit in a room, causing them to lose interest, say staging professionals.
Which rooms do you find more appealing?
Carpet in a vacant bedroom doesn’t call to a buyer.
Living room near the window
Hardwood floors in a vacant unit don’t translate well in pictures and don’t make much of an impression in real life.
The carpet has some staining. I would recommend changing the floor on this level to a laminate or vinyl.
Sunroom in a vacant unit
Living area with a contemporary feel at River Towers
Canadian Geese at River Towers
Winter in Northern Virginia can be a little bleak at times. The foliage is gone from the trees, and the grass is a little beat.
But River Towers is teaming with life. A flock of Canadian geese winters here at the creek which surrounds River Towers. One of the pleasures of living at River Towers is the sound of the geese when they take off together or come in for a landing. From the higher floors of the high-rise residents can watch the geese fly by at eye level and almost within arm's reach--a beautiful sight.
Winter berries add some color to the scenery.
Ducks are here year-round, as they like the gentle waters of the canal.
It's not a great time for a picnic, but it's always pleasant to walk through the natural areas surrounding River Towers. River Towers backs up against the Dyke Marsh, a national wildlife preserve that is home to a good many waterfowl and at least one pair of beavers that I've seen. Normally the geese stay close to the marsh and don't approach the buildings at River Towers, but I suppose this year, they've had enough of the snow.
Geese at River Towers
If you're seeking a home that is close to Old Town, close to the Potomac and you don't want to break the bank, River Towers is a great place to investigate any time of the year.
Baby bird spotted outside of his nest at River Towers
I saw this little guy lost and alone when I was making my way to the car. I hope he found his mommie.
Canal bridge at River Towers
The canal at River Towers is one of the many reasons I love this little gem tucked between Mt. Vernon District Park and the Potomac River.
