2909 Argyle Drive
Alexandria, VA 22305

International Style, preserved and for sale after 30 years. Walk up the path to the covered porch and side entrance. Stop to enjoy the view over the backyard and downhill toward Del Ray. The entrance has the original, floor to ceiling, wide ribbed (wavy) Architectural glass window, allowing for privacy, sunlight and a touch of nostalgia. The gas fireplace is located on the angled wall, adjacent to ribbon windows (a wall of windows), made for enjoying the sunset. Built-ins were added to create storage and separate the dining room, another wavy glass window on the side of the house. The kitchen is still in the original footprint, updated by the last owner. Side door to exit from the kitchen. Picture window looks over the backyard. 3 beds, 2 bath upstairs. Primary bedroom with original Ensuite bath. Corner window, true to the International Style, can be found in the second bedroom. Third bedroom has a great view over the backyard! The basement is finished with another fireplace (wood burning) in rec room/office, bedroom with full bathroom. Exterior exit to large fenced in backyard with several mature trees. International Style home designed by Joseph Abel, who wrote Apartment Houses. Northridge, Beverly Hills is walkable neighborhood with very active sidewalks! Argyle is a cul-de-sac and a quick walk to Monticello Park. Walk the quiet trails to see the migrating Warblers or locals walking their dogs, who might be frolicking in the shallow creek. Walk up the hill to George Mason Elementary, soccer field, baseball diamond, tennis courts and playground. Walk down the hill, .7 miles to Taqueria Poblano or Piece Out in Del Ray. Mom's Organic Market is only .6 miles. Quick commute to DC, Old Town, Ronald Reagan Airport (8 minutes).