Sought-after, gated community with underground garage parking! And an elevator! This corner, apartment home with cozy, stacked stone fireplace has the best views in Fairfax Ridge! Bright and light filled living space with all new windows (2023). Private balcony overlooks a natural pond with wildlife watching and gorgeous sunset views! Custom retractable screen awning allows ambient lighting without shutting out the views. 1 bed 1 bath with open layout and designer feel. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout and freshly painted! Just off the entryway is a large laundry area with full sized washer/dryer and built-in desk & storage shelves with endless possibilities! New light fixtures (2024) and ceiling fan give the space a designer edge while the bright and updated kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances (2018) make for perfect food prep and entertaining space with room for barstool seating and open flow. One of the few buildings with an elevator makes this condo even more extra- ordinary! Outstanding community amenities include a resort like outdoor pool, resident's lounge & business center and full-sized fitness center. This state-of-the-art clubhouse includes a party room and a game room with shuffleboard and pool table. Artfully located at the corner of Rte 50 and Waples Mill Rd, Fairfax Ridge is minutes to I-66 and all major commuter routes. Close to Fair Oaks Mall, Fair Lakes Shopping Center and Camp Washington, convenient to Government Center, GMU, all types of shops, fine & casual dining and just 5 miles to Vienna metro & less than a mile to multiple bus stops. Oakton High School pyramid. New windows 2023, Hvac 2022, Hot water heater 2018, SS Kitchen appliances 2018, most light fixtures 2024. This unique and desirable, gated community has it all!