1401 PRINCESS STREET

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314

Timeless Elegance Meets Modern Luxury in this Graciously Expanded 1940s Home Perfectly situated on a wide lot, this 26-foot wide stately residence blends the charm of a bygone era with thoughtful modern updates. Originally built in 1940 as a fully detached home, it still retains the feel of a single-family residence with over 2,400 square feet of exquisitely finished living space—plus an additional 780 square feet of storage or future expansion potential. From the moment you enter the spacious foyer, you're welcomed by a sense of scale and refinement rare in today’s market. The expansive floor plan easily accommodates full-sized furnishings, while vintage touches like the original 1940s staircase post blend seamlessly with high-end renovations completed in 2016 and beyond. Key Features: Three generous bedrooms and 2.5 designer baths, including two primary suites, one with a soaring vaulted ceiling and spa-like ensuite bath. Deeded off-street parking and a professionally landscaped, fully fenced yard with a Trex deck, charming front porch, and custom turf lawn. Chef’s kitchen featuring a 6-burner Wolf gas range, Kraftmaid cabinetry, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, Shaw original bar and kitchen sinks, KitchenAid wine fridge, and Samsung 4-door Chef Collection refrigerator. Sophisticated living areas enhanced with grasscloth accent walls, built-ins, crystal door knobs, and dual gas fireplaces with marble surrounds. A partially finished walkout lower level with natural light—ideal for a home gym, office, or future guest suite. The unfinished portion includes a full bath rough-in, utility sink, 2nd refrigerator, and ample storage. Luxurious Upgrades Include: California Closets in both primary and secondary bedrooms Two-zone HVAC with Ecobee thermostats New HardiePlank siding, recessed lighting, and hardwood flooring throughout Restoration Hardware lighting and tray ceiling in the formal dining room Elegant bathrooms with marble, quartz, Kohler fixtures, frameless glass, and a $2,000 Toto Washlet Plantation shutters, double-pane wood windows, 6-panel doors, and Baldwin locks on all new exterior doors This home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded over time with over $250,000+ in renovations and enhancements, creating a truly move-in-ready sanctuary. Perfectly located 3 blocks to King Street and all of Old Town Alexandria's fabulous amenities, 0.4 miles to King Street Metro, 0.3 miles to Braddock Road Metro, 3.3 miles to DCA, 6 miles to The Pentagon, and 8 Miles to Downtown DC. Whether you're entertaining in the open-concept living areas, relaxing in one of the primary retreats, or enjoying coffee on your rocking-chair front porch, this home offers the rare combination of historic character, modern amenities, and luxurious comfort—all in a highly desirable location.

Listing courtesy of TTR Sotheby's International Realty



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