*** Exciting price, super location, and turn-key/move-in ready for you! *** Beautifully updated midcentury home in sought-after Shirley Forest/Dowden Terrace, west Alexandria! 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 updated levels, stunning screened-in porch and deck space, fully fenced back yard and 2 car driveway. The owners have taken meticulous care of this home and now you can enjoy all the details, like the welcoming cheery yellow front door, the original hardwood floors on the main level, and bay windows in front and back that allow tons of light to pour in all day long! Other design details include crown and chair rail molding throughout, open vaulted ceiling in main level Rec Rm, luxury vinyl plank tile flooring (2021) in lower level, and on-trend paint colors throughout. The updated kitchen includes classic white cabinets, glass tile backsplash, black granite countertops, s/s appliances, gas stove, and plenty of counter space to use for cooking prep or hosting. This is a “cook’s kitchen”. Open concept Living room/Dining room/Kitchen/Rec Rm main living area is super for quiet meals or large gatherings. Stunning large screened-in porch & upgraded deck (2019) extends your living space to almost 12 months of the year - it’s the heart of the home for sure! 3 bedrooms + 1 full bathroom on the main level; 4th bedroom, 2nd full bathroom, 2nd large Rec Rm, plus laundry/utility room and storage room completes the lower level. Rec Room has windows above grade that let plenty of sunlight in along with a new gas fireplace insert (2021) in the brick fireplace adds to that cozy ambience for late night hang-out space. Lower level has a walk-up door to backyard. Backyard is fully fenced and flat - perfect for tossing the ball around or playing with your pups. Large custom-built shed (2021) has ample space for all your gear, too. No HOA! Many more features too numerous to add here all make this a stunning home and spot-on for today’s home buyers. Talk about a primo convenient location! Several schools within blocks of this home as well as Metro and DASH bus access. Just a few blocks to several grocery stores, restaurants, Starbucks, CVS, Target and award-winning ethnic food eateries, also several parks, bike & hiking trails and mass transit access. Dowden Terrace membership pool is in the community. Less than 1 mile to I-395, Less than 6 miles to waterfront in Old Town Alexandria, Less than 10 miles to DC, Less than 15 miles to Fort Belvoir/National Harbor/Tysons Corner, and approx. 60 minute drive to Virginia wine country! Alexandria City services and schools. 3D virtual tour and agent-guided tour links available on MLS listing. MLS Documents, marketing brochure, floor plans, offer guidelines, etc. on MLS Listing. Offers will be presented as received. Must see! Contact listing agent for more details. There's still time to make this your home for the holidays and the new year!