Northern Virginia’s homes and condos for walkers

The area outside the Springfield station
There is plenty of parking at the Franconia Springfield Metro Station.
Are you seeking a condo or home that is friendly to a car-free or car-lite lifestyle? If so, you might want to check out our property search by Walkscore.  Walkscore is a numeric rating of how near sites, restaurants and transit are for a given address.  A Walkscore more than 70 is very walkable, while a Walkscore under 40 pretty much requires that a resident here own a car.  What follows are the "most walkable" homes and condos on sale today in Northern VA.

Properties in Metro Franconia Springfield

Welcome to 6761 Royal Thomas Way, a handsome brick-front three-level townhome in Alexandria’s sought-after Island Creek. This Saybrooke model has hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms. The walk-out lower level features a cozy fireplace and a bonus room. This one does need a little TLC, so grab your favorite contractor and use your imagination to turn it into your dream home! Island Creek offers its residents a wide variety of amenities such as a clubhouse, outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball court, tot lots and walking paths. There’s even a pond for fishing (catch & release). This fabulous community is super-close to Fort Belvoir, Metro, Wegmans, two town centers, all commuter routes and more! [6761 Royal Thomas Way, Alexandria, VA]

House is sold “As Is, Where Is” with no warranties, guarantees or representations. Property will be available to show only between 2 pm & 4pm, Friday and Saturday 29 and 30 March. Agent will be present to provide access to the property at these times. Please see Bright Documents for information on submitting offers and mandatory disclosures. Seller will need a 30 day rentback. Offers due by 4 pm Monday, 1 April. [6408 Windsor Ave, Alexandria, VA]

A must see! Fresh paint throughout, new carpet on stairs and in basement and newer appliances. Main level includes hardwood floors, a half bath, spacious living/dining combo, kitchen w/ pantry and expanded breakfast area with skylights and fireplace. Plenty of kitchen cabinet and counter space. French doors off breakfast area open up to rear deck. Upper level has 3 bedrooms, walk in closet and 2 full baths. Lower level has additional den/office space, large rec room with tall cabinets for storage, full bath, extra unfinished storage space and laundry. Walkout to a lower level deck, small fenced yard with gate. Alarm system available at tenant's cost. The amenities include community pool, bike trails, jog/walk paths playground/tot lots. Great location in Kingstowne with numerous restaurants and retail stores. Springfield Town Center and Springfield Metro is within a few miles. Huntington Metro is also an option. Easy access to the beltway. [6102 Joust Ln, Alexandria, VA]

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