December 11th, 2008:
Introduction to the Carlyle District
The Carlyle District is a 76.5 acre development in Old Town Alexandria. The district includes a complex of offices, hotels and retail space anchored by the
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, as well as condo communities such as
Carlyle Towers.
Living and Working in the Carlyle District
The Carlyle District is named for John Carlyle, a Scottish merchant who was a founding trustee and the first overseer of Alexandria, Virginia. Ultimately, it will comprise more than 7 million square feet of office, hotel, residential, and retail space. The 76.5-acre tract is designed to be a vibrant, walkable area with an atmosphere that reflects adjacent Old Town but with a modern urban flair. It is designated a Coordinated Design/Development District (CDD), meaning
design and development standards are already in place for an allocated 7 million square feet of office, hotel, residential, and retail space, allowing for faster approval of final plans.
- For sale — Live data on all condos for sale in 22314 zip code.
- For rent — Live data on rentals in 22314 zip code.
- Homes for sale — All homes for sale less than $500,000 in 22314 zip code.
- Homes for sale — All homes for sale from $300,000 to $700,000 in 22314 zip code.
- Homes for sale — All homes for sale over $650,000 in 22314 zip code.
Related Topics
- Old Town Alexandria — A beginner’s guide to life in 22314 zip code
- Eisenhower Metro Station — One of two metro stations that bracket the Carlyle District
- King St. Metro Station — King St. is one of the most touristy destinations in Alexandria
- George Washington Masonic Memorial — Also known as the Masonic Temple or Alexandria Lighthouse
- Alexandria Guide — General information about specific Alexandria landmarks and features
- Talk to a local expert
— Contact a local expert who can answer questions about housing and
the housing market in and near the Carlyle District and USPTO.
Oronoco Bay Park
Oronoco Bay Park is a 4.5 acre Alexandria City park is located on the Potomac River at 701 North Lee Street. It has many entry points, the most obvious of which are at either the Madison or Pendleton Street entries or from the Wythe Street Plaza. The plaza entry is approximately in the center of the park, and there is also a sidewalk entry with trees and turf area between the Sheet Metal Workers of America building and the United Way building.
Oronoco Bay Park
The park was once known as “Texaco Bay” and before that it was owned by Standard Oil Company which was owned by John D. Rockefeller; however, the City acquired the property (and changed it to Oronoco Bay Park) in the early 1980′s. Historically, the Alexandria area was inhabited by Indians when Captain John Smith sailed up the Potomac in the mid 17th Century.
The park hosts several festivals and events including the annual “Red Cross Waterfront Festival”—the largest Red Cross fund raiser in the United States. Private concerns may reserve and rent the park for their events as well.
walking path along the Potomac Oronoco Bay
This park is part of the linear park system along the Potomac. People can walk, jog or bike along the river path and enjoy the many sitting and picnic areas. There are wooden sun decks out into the river and a wooden boardwalk path that connects the path to the point where the bay and river meet near the Rowing Facility building.
Old Town Alexandria waterfront at Oronoco Bay
