5512 Forrestal Ave

"So cute!", "Great location!", "It's full of sunlight!" "I can move-in right now!" Words to describe this quaint split level home with screened in porch and flat fenced back yard waiting for you! Vintage character fills this home including solid pinewood kitchen cabinets and mosaic tile bathroom floors, masonry wood-burning fireplace, and so much more. Replaced windows, roof, and utilities. Original hardwood floors throughout main and upper level floors are in excellent condition having been covered with carpeting for over 50 years. Kitchen has lots of cabinet space and long counters - love the window above the sink and the hardwood cabinets and drawers with original vintage hardware. All appliances are in working order. Wood-burning brick fireplace and flagstone hearth in Rec Room sets the cozy comfy tone. Spend the days enjoying your screened in porch just off the Dining Room, with two doors leading to a super flat, fully fenced back yard with mature oaks and lovely gardens. Ample storage space in the crawl space is very useful. This home is ready for your DIY or decorator dreams. Location cannot be beat with access to main commuter routes just less than 1 mile away, and within a few blocks to 2 elementary schools, middle school, and Nova Alexandria Campus. Plus parks, trails, sidewalks and plenty of play space throughout the neighborhood. Home is located in the sought-after Shirley Forest neighborhood located within the greater Dowden Terrace area, in the "West End" of Alexandria. Dowden Terrace membership pool is within the community. Alexandria City schools and services. Listing agent lives in the neighborhood and can speak to the many area amenities. Property sold As-Is. Professional photos, marketing brochure, offer guidelines and MLS disclosures all online. Act fast and make this your new home in time to ring in 2024!