Tucked at the end of a quiet street and backing to trees, this light-filled townhouse offers the perfect blend of privacy, space, and convenience in the heart of Alexandria. The entry level welcomes you with a true foyer and a beautifully updated powder room, setting the tone as you step inside. The bright front kitchen features upgraded finishes and plenty of natural light, flowing seamlessly into a separate dining room and a spacious step-down living room that spans the full width of the home. This layout is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A cozy wood-burning fireplace anchors the space, perfect for chilly fall evenings, while abundant windows and a sliding glass door fill the room with natural light and open to a private deck backing to trees, creating a peaceful, tucked-away setting. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a generous layout with a walk-in closet and en suite bath. Two additional bedrooms share a thoughtfully updated hall bath with custom tilework and a stylish vanity, offering both function and a clean, modern feel. The lower level provides even more living space with a large recreation room featuring a wet bar and second fireplace, perfect for relaxing or hosting. This level walks out to a fully fenced backyard with a patio and is complemented by two generously sized storage areas, offering plenty of room to stay organized without sacrificing living space. Situated on a quiet, dead-end street, this home offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience. An assigned parking space is located directly in front, with additional guest parking available. Runnymeade's location is hard to beat, just minutes to Van Dorn and Franconia-Springfield Metro stations, as well as I-495, I-395, and I-95 for easy commuting. Enjoy close proximity to Kingstowne, Old Town Alexandria, and Springfield Town Center for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Residents love the tree-lined streets, tennis courts, playgrounds, beautifully maintained common areas, and frequent neighborhood events, all with very reasonable HOA dues. Freshly painted throughout with newly updated powder rooms, recessed lighting, and modern light fixtures. HVAC 2024 and water heater 2018.