Midcentury Modern raised rambler home in sought-after Dowden Terrace West Alexandria neighborhood is move-in ready for you! This quaint and fresh detached home offers a lot in its compact size. 3 bedrooms + 1 bonus room, 2 full bathrooms, 2... finished levels, screened porch and covered carport, plus a large free-standing storage shed and partially fenced flat back yard. Main level living features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the same level, a semi-open kitchen with bar seating and open shelving, stainless steel appliances includes a NEW (07/2026) electric stove, spacious living room/dining room combo area with a floor-to-ceiling windows and a brick decor-only fireplace, a welcoming foyer and plenty of closets. Lower level offers fully finished Rec Room featuring cable-ready wiring, expansive windows overlooking the landscaped flat back yard, recessed lighting and a 2nd decor-only brick fireplace; a bonus room with carpet flooring and a large window, a 2nd full bathroom with custom walk-in shower, finished laundry room with large-capacity front-loading washer and dryer, extra cabinet storage space and sink, battery-backup sump pump, and a large unfinished storage area with utilities and storage nook. Lower level also includes exterior door to back yard. Midcentury modern details include tall windows throughout for sunlight almost all day long, original hardwood flooring on the main level, vaulted ceilings, coveted screened in porch for 3-season living, and a single-car carport. Main interior walls freshly repainted (06/2026) in Sherwin Wiliams' "Wheat Bread" neutral color. Lovely landscaped flat yard is partially fenced and welcoming with flowering plants and shrubs almost all year round. Lawn mowing, plant pruning, and seasonal leaf removal service included with the monthly rent! Location is primo with direct access to I-395, Seminary Rd, Rt 7/King St/Leesburg Pike and major mass transit bus stops all in less than 1 mile; less than 6 miles to King Street, Braddock Metro Stations, and Old Town Alexandria waterfront; approx. 10 miles to The Pentagon, National Landing/Crystal City, DC, Tysons Corner, several military bases, and Reagan National Airport; less than 20 miles to National Harbor, Mount Vernon, Burke; and within a 60 minute drive to Quantico, Great Falls Park, Manassas, and several wineries and breweries, just to name a few of the destinations you have easy access to with area commuter and travel routes! Several Alexandria City parks and Dowden Terrace membership pool all within the community. Not to mention, this area has some of the best award-winning ethnic food eateries and restaurants within all of Northern Virginia! Monthly rent is $3450/month and includes lawn mowing, plant pruning, and seasonal leaf removal service, curb-side trash and recycling. General utilities not included with monthly rent. This property is served by Alexandria City schools and services. Lease min. 24 months initial lease w/option to renew for longer terms with annual rent adjustment; min. annual combined household income of $140,000/year to qualify; Min credit score is 680; max. 2 combined household incomes to qualify; maximum 2 cars. NO Pets: NO Smoking of any kind permitted in/around the property. RentSpree rental application link. $49 non-refundable app fee per occupant 18yo+ living in the property regardless of rental responsibility. Property to be self-managed. One of the owner landlords is an active Virginia-licensed real estate agent. Owner landlords reserve the right to final decision on any application. Book all showings online; all showings done by appointment or contact listing agent for showing appointments or questions. Don't wait to make this your next rental home in the heart of the West End Alexandria/Bailey's Crossroads area. Welcome home! Read More