211 Franklin

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Proudly presenting beautiful 211 Franklin St., part of the historic Thomas Shelton Estate, located 2 blocks from the Potomac River, offering 3 bedrooms, PLUS a loft, living room, dining room, and gourmet kitchen. This dignified, iconic brick house, built in 1805, blends historic significance with contemporary luxury. This home presents with a lovely facade, united with an addition consisting of yellow toned hardiplank, and featuring large windows, allowing glorious light and air flow on three sides, and intimate views into the surrounding neighborhood. The fabulously flexible floor plan consists of a formal living and dining room, family room, and gas fireplace on the main level. Elegant French doors open from the main level into the landscaped grounds with flagstone patio and storage shed. The upper level, with soaring ceilings, offers three bedrooms and two full baths, both meticulously renovated and peaceful. A surprise loft is found on the 3rd level - perfect for a myriad of uses - art, exercise, nanny, office! South facing with sunlight streaming through, this is a perfect place to call home, in beautiful historic Old Town, Alexandria! Walk to King Street and its plethora of restaurants, galleries, and commerce. Take the water taxi to National Harbor and Georgetown, and enjoy the ease of an easy commute with bus and metro service in close proximity.

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