
Listing details
Welcome to 1600 Ripon Place, where the tranquility of a wooded retreat meets the convenience of city living. This charming two-level Madison model is on a cul-de-sac, and offers the rare feeling of living among the trees while being just minutes from the Pentagon, Alexandria, Arlington, and Washington, DC. The home features 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath and is 930 square feet, and is filled with natural light, with large windows in the living room and primary bedroom, overlooking mature trees, a perennial garden and plantings, creating a peaceful, treehouse-like setting. The main level features a welcoming living area, while the second level provides two bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient in-unit washer and dryer. The spacious primary bedroom includes an expanded walk-in closet, while the versatile second bedroom is ideal as a bedroom, home office, study, or creative space. Crown molding throughout adds a classic touch, and additional attic storage provides valuable space for belongings. The kitchen includes granite countertops, and a gas stove and dishwasher installed in 2024. This home also includes a new wall A/C unit installed in 2026. Parkfairfax is a historic community encompassing approximately 132 beautifully landscaped and wooded acres, with amenities including three swimming pools, fitness facilities, tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, playgrounds/tot lots, picnic areas, scenic walking paths, a car wash station, and EV charging. It is a short walk to the restaurants, theaters and nightlife of Shirlington and just steps from the free Alexandria DASH bus, and easy access to I-395, Metrobus routes, the Pentagon, Reagan National Airport and Washington DC.
Location
Living in Alexandria
Schools
Public schools
- T.C. Williams High School
- George Mason Elementary
- Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy
Commute
Major Routes
I-395, I-495, GW Parkway
Walkability
Somewhat Walkable
Reported crime data
City-level public data from 2023. These historical rates do not characterize a specific address or predict individual experience.
Property Tax
~$4,551/yr on median home
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