Hold the Torpedos: Alexandria City Unveils the Revitalization Proposals for the Torpedo Factory Art Center

ALEXANDRIA, VA – Recent press regarding rumored conversion of a reinvented Torpedo Factory envisioning a food hall or food court proved to be greatly exaggerated. The extensive outline of the Action Plan for Vibrancy and Sustainability benefiting the landmark art center was made public at the end of work day Friday, October 17. Alexandria City Director of Communications and Public Information Craig T. Fifer shared the proposal with The Zebra Press, noting that the revitalization plans do not incorporate a food hall or food court. Proposals for improvements have been submitted to the City by Scott Shaw and Route 66 Ventures. Estimated capital funding needed to address the deficiencies and improvements are between $10 million and $15 million for the next decade.
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Facts and Details About Torpedo Factory Condominiums

Torpedo Factory Condominiums is located in Old Town Alexandria.
  • It is located between N Union Street and Lee Street near King Street and the Potomac River
  • It is one of Northern Virginia's most exclusive neighborhoods.
  • It was built in 1985
  • The community offers residents a sense of luxury living
  • It comprises of 110 units with three levels of garage parking on the first.
  • Units range in bedroom sizes from one to two bedrooms with one or two bathrooms and a private balcony.
  • Various shop, dining and entertainment options are available within walking distance of the community.
  • Attractions and historic sites near by include Carlyle House Historic Park Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, Torpedo Factory Art Center and Gadsby's Tavern Museum

Properties in Torpedo Factory

Welcome to 115 N Lee Street in historic Old Town Alexandria! Enjoy all that Old Town has to offer with this beautiful two-level loft style condo featuring one bedroom and one full bathroom with gleaming hardwood floors throughout! Newly painted, new carpet on the stairs and a wonderful new price! Spend time making lovely meals in your updated kitchen featuring SS appliances, granite countertops, electric stove, built-in microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator.

115 N Lee St N #Bh211

Full size in-unit washer and dryer. The living area features a fireplace and two story wall of windows for lots of natural light. Updated full bathroom. Comes with a garage parking space, secured building entry and elevator access. Low condo fee includes water, trash and sewer! Enjoy the arts while living by the Torpedo Factory! Excellent walkable location close to shops, restaurants and the waterfront! Spend time exploring Oronoco Park, bike trails and all that Old Town has to offer. Close to the National Harbor, Potomac Yards, Reagan National Airport and Washington, DC! Don't wait, submit your offer today before it's gone! [Torpedo Factory - $589,000]   SOLD!

Stunning remodeled one-of-a-kind Torpedo Factory unit.

125 N Lee St #Dh406

This unit is located with a rare sought-after view from the 4th floor overlooking the rooftops and trees lining Cameron Street. All one level and the last level with elevator access. The unit just underwent extensive renovation to both bathrooms. Featuring a wet bathroom and porcelain tile. Quartz shower bench and American Standard Studio S toilet. The half bathroom also features a zero-depth sink. The only unit with double doors on the 4th floor. Enjoy 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, and 1 half Bath for entertaining with a huge walk-in closet. 2024 New stove, microwave, and dishwasher installed. 2023 new high-end LVP Floors were installed throughout along with complete bathroom renovations. 2020 new refrigerator along with slider door overlooking Cameron Street. 2018 the kitchen received new shaker cabinet fronts and drawer faces handmade in Oregon. A new Carrier Heat Pump and Air Handler were also installed in 2018. Nest thermostat and Nest Smoke/CO detector, Top of the line Electrolux Washer and Dryer front loaders, walk-in closet system installed. There is a storage closet located on-site and 1 garage parking spot. There will be no open house held. Offers will be reviewed as they come in. In the event of multiple offers, an offer deadline will be set. [Torpedo Factory - $735,000]   SOLD!

Come Live & Play In The Heart Of Old Town Alexandria At Torpedo Factory Condominiums

exterior Torpedo Factory Condominiums is located between N Union Street and Lee Street. The condominium is located near the historic town of Old Town, Potomac River Waterfront and Torpedo Factory Art Center. Torpedo Factory Condominium is a 4 story residential building which was built in 1985 and comprises of 110 units. The closest Metro to the community is the Braddock Road Station on the Yellow Line. The Alexandria City Hall and Market Square as well as Torpedo Factory Art Center is within close proximity to the community. Continue reading