Welcome to this 1000sq ft 2BR/1.5BA ground-level condo nestled within the Essex House community, Manchester Lakes and Kingstowne*Fenced-in yard featuring a cozy porch, perfect for unwinding or entertaining*Spacious living room has floor to ceiling windows with wood-burning mantled fireplace and large storage closet*Separate dining area*Kitchen with counterspace and cabinets galore, including a peninsula*Stacked washer/dryer off kitchen*Large primary bedroom with walk-in closet, full bath access and sliding glass door to porch and yard*Nice-sized secondary bedroom with sliding glass door to porch and yard, as well*Powder room with large linen closet off hallway, which connects to full bath*Brand new LVP flooring throughout main living areas, kitchen and bedrooms, freshly painted and brand new light fixtures*HWH and disposer replaced in '23, HVAC (Carrier) replaced in '16*Secured storage closet located off the porch*Residents of the Essex House community have access to myriad amenities, including two pools, tennis courts, basketball court, picnic areas, fitness center, community rec center, tot lot and well-maintained common grounds*Assigned parking spot is conveniently located right behind the building, along with ample visitor spaces and street parking for guests*Conveniently located near the Kingstowne and Springfield Towne Centers, providing various dining and shopping options*Easy access to I-495, I-95, Fairfax County Parkway and public transportation*Metro bus stop nearby and the Franconia/Springfield Metro station is less than two miles away