**Open House this Saturday, 9/12 and Sunday, 9/13 12-2pm** Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this 5BR, 3.5 BA brick-front home offers three finished levels, a two-car garage, and an unbeatable location near Springfield Metro, Fort Belvoir, and major commuter routes. The home makes a striking first impression with its stately three-story brick exterior, a charming brick walkway through lush, colorful perennial gardens, and a welcoming front patio creating a warm and inviting approach to the home. A custom watering system for gardens and pots stays with the house. Inside, a short set of hardwood steps leads from the entry into a bright, open main level with soaring ceilings to the living spaces beyond. The open staircase and upper-level overlook enhance the airy feel, while architectural columns subtly define each space. A private home office with French doors and custom built-ins is conveniently located just off the foyer. From there, the home flows into the spacious formal living and dining room with tray ceiling-an inviting setting for entertaining and enjoying the beautiful golden-hour light. With oak hardwood flooring on the upper two levels and wood and tile flooring on the lower level, this is a carpet-free home. The kitchen features maple cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large center island, pantry and abundant workspace and storage. The spacious family room is anchored by a striking stone fireplace and flows seamlessly into the kitchen and adjoining breakfast and sunroom areas. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill the home with natural light. There is a trex deck off the sun room, already outfitted with a gas grill to convey. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a private retreat with tray ceilings, a separate vaulted sitting area, walk-in closet, and a beautifully updated en-suite bath. Fully renovated, the primary bath features gorgeous tile, spacious granite countertops, double sinks, a separate toilet closet, all-glass shower enclosure, and a luxurious soaking tub. The upstairs hall bath is also refreshed with updated flooring, countertops and sinks. Additional bedrooms share a hallway bath with double sinks. The fully finished lower level offers even more living and entertaining space, complete with a wet bar installed in 2020 and a fully renovated bathroom, as well as a generous storage area that is a total game-changer in keeping the home organized. This versatile level is ideal for a recreation room, media room, fitness area, or private guest accommodations. Outside, a screened-in porch with a ceiling fan offers a peaceful retreat overlooking an expansive two-tier brick-paver patio and garden pathways. Surrounded by lush greenery, this private backyard oasis provides a serene setting for relaxing and entertaining. The lower level also provides convenient access to the two-car garage, featuring new epoxy flooring and a Tesla charger. The home is located within an intimate, fully fenced 34-home community with a single entrance and exit. Neighborhood amenities include a large fenced tot lot with a gazebo, a welcoming entry memorial surrounded by a beautiful perennial garden, and HOA-maintained common-area landscaping and mowing. Enjoy an unbeatable commuter location with convenient access to the Franconia-Springfield Metro by foot or bike, a short drive to express bus service to the Pentagon, and easy access to I-95, I-395, I-495, and Fort Belvoir. The home is also close to shopping, dining, and entertainment at Kingstowne and Springfield Town Center. Located in a walkable neighborhood directly across from an elementary school and KinderCare, this home offers an ideal combination of comfort, convenience, and community.