This top floor unit with treetop views offers a sense of peace and tranquility. Strategically located within the desirable Belle View community with ample parking, direct line of sight to the community swimming pool, and nestled in a lush courtyard. This updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom has been thoughtfully updated with fresh paint, new carpet, newer windows, and a kitchen with a 5-burner gas stove, newer fridge, white cabinetry, including pantry, and subway tile backsplash. The vintage bathroom features a cast iron tub with newer vanity, faucets, medicine cabinet, toilet, shower head, light fixture, and a coveted bathroom wall heater (new!). Low condo fees include additional storage, gas, water, and community amenities (swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball court, etc). Nestled in a park-like setting just off the George Washington Parkway, you will have easy access for commuting to Old Town Alexandria, Ft Belvoir, Washington DC, the Pentagon, Crystal City, Amazon HQ, and so much more. The 495/95 interchange, which also connects you to 295 & 395, is approx. 2 miles away, the Huntington Metro is super convenient with large parking garage, and there are a few bus stops within Belle View community. Also within a few blocks is the Belle View Shopping Center (groceries, restaurants, convenience store, etc) and the neighborhood restaurant (The Haven) and custard stand. The Belle Haven Marina, with boat and kayak rentals, is just across the Parkway and where you can pick up the Mt Vernon recreational trail which follows the river south to Mount Vernon (approx 8 miles) and north through Old Town, past National Airport, and on to an extensive network of trails.