If you like the combination of a few shops, parkland, condos & townhouses, exercise facilities, etc. plus close to Old Town and reasonably close to metro --- then I would look at Old Town Village in zip code 22314.
Marie Louise Meyer Coldwell Banker 703-836-2080

Here are a few of my favorite suggestions:

http://kingstowne.is-a-great-place-to-live.com/ --- All about Kingstowne. Newer homes, well-kept and a step more affordable than Cameron station

http://fort-hunt.info/neighborhoods.asp --- Tree-lined streets along the Potomac. Many great homes in here.

http://www.condos-and-homes.com/new-alexandria.asp --- Not far from Old Town with a mix of luxury, cottages and condos.

http://www.condos-and-homes.com/seminary-hill.asp -- One of Alexandria's best neighborhoods ... perhaps a bit pricey.

Hi J43,

If you're looking for condos in the $350k price range, you may want to step outside the City limits and compare with

Manchester Lakes (copy and paste the link for video tour): http://www.wellcomemat.com/video/7F0F27E314

or

Kingstowne: http://www.wellcomemat.com/video/7BF5FA1F9A

Hi Again J43!
It all depends on what you are truly looking for! I would be so happy to chat with you in regard to your current preferences and criteria. Buying a home is a process and it usually starts with one particular targeted area and then the search opens up. I think this is a wise way to purchase a home. I think it would benefit you greatly to take a look at some alternative locations, sizes, amenities etc. and way and balance the pluses and minuses. Please let me know if I can assist you in this process. No pressure....just let me know if I can assist!
Best,
Nicky McDonnell
703-201-3318
nicky@cbmove.com http://www.nickyshomes.com