2917 Argyle Drive Alexandria, VA 22305

This International Style house was designed by Joseph Abel, a prominent DC architect whose portfolio also includes the Shoreham Hotel in NW DC, was built in 1941. The house retains many period architectual features, including decorative brickwork and fireplace surrounds, glass block windows, and rounded door moldings. Kitchen and bathrooms have modern updates (the bathrooms all have heated floors). A large eat-in kitchen addition creates a treehouse view over the backyard and across the valley. Exit from a side door to a newly refurbished private deck to grill and eat.This 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is ready for the next buyer to join the block and cul de sac of similar International Style homes built at the same time. Walk up the stone pathway to the enclosed entryway and mudroom, a great place to gather before heading out. The first of two wood fireplaces is just inside the interior front door. The living room opens to the dining room with a long row of windows. The original galley kitchen is now an office with a floor to ceiling window. The kitchen addition can be found just around the corner. Complete with an island with plenty of seating, there is also room for a large kitchen table and a walk-in pantry. A bathroom completes this level.Venture upstairs, passing the large glass block window. Upstairs you will discover three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The primary bedroom is equipped with built-ins and ensuite bathroom with standing shower. A hall bathroom is between the two larger bedrooms. A third bedroom with two windows and great view of the backyard rounds out the upstairs level.The finished walk-out basement includes a large a rec room with another wood burning fireplace, a bedroom, and a laundry room/workshop. A large three season room is currently used as an office and gym, and includes additional storage. The weatherproof shed under the deck provides storage for garden equipment and bikes. Exterior exit to large backyard with patio and large flat lawn area and several mature trees. Northridge, Beverly Hills is walkable neighborhood with very active sidewalks! Argyle is a cul-de-sac and a quick walk to George Mason Elementary, soccer field, baseball diamond, tennis courts and playground. Walk down the hill to Del Ray -- Taqueria Poblano and Piece Out are 0.7 miles away -- or to Mom's Organic Market (0.6 miles). Walk the quiet trails in Monticello Park (0.2 miles) to see the migrating warblers or walk the dog, who will love frolicking in the shallow creek. Zero light commute to DC, and easy access to Old Town and DCA (8 minutes).