Welcome to this beautifully maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in The Exchange at Van Dorn - a conveniently located condo community built in 2003. This inviting home features an open floor plan with 771 sq ft of living space. The kitchen boasts granite countertops with bar seating for 3, ample cabinet space, gas range, microwave, dishwasher and fridge, making meal prep a breeze. Live in style with hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, crown molding, and fresh paint. Light pours in through the private balcony, which is perfect for enjoying morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. The spacious bedroom offers a custom-built walk-in closet, and the bathroom is well-appointed with contemporary finishes, and accessible from the bedroom as well as the living area. The laundry room is in the unit and houses a full sized washer and dryer, and has built-in storage cabinets for added convenience. There is 1 assigned parking space in a covered garage and guest parking. Some residents rent out their spaces if you need an additional parking space. This is a pet-friendly community with an enclosed dog park. The Exchange at Van Dorn offers incredible amenities, including an outdoor swimming pool, indoor basketball court, business center, fitness room, clubhouse, tot lot, dog park, walking trail, and free shuttle service during rush hour to the Van Dorn Metro which is less than a mile away. There is also a free public DASH bus #32 that goes to the Van Dorn metro and King Street Metro. Conveniently located near major highways, Reagan National Airport, shopping, dining, several gyms, close to Old Town Alexandria and Washington DC, this home is a commuter's dream! The HOA fee of $478/month includes water and the above amenities, but owners pay for their own electricity, gas and internet.