Bright, clean, and move-in ready! This inviting two-level, townhome-style condo is quietly tucked along a low-traffic street in Cardinal Forest. A defined foyer welcomes you into a thoughtfully arranged main level featuring easy-care tile flooring, plantation-style blinds, a convenient powder room, and a dedicated laundry closet. The front dining area flows into a well-equipped kitchen with granite countertops, abundant wood cabinetry, a pass-through to the living room, and a new over-the-range exhaust hood installed in 2026. At the rear, the spacious 15'2" 15'9" approx. living room offers ample space for relaxing and entertaining. Sliding doors extend the living space to an impressive 15'6" 16' approx paved patio enclosed by tall privacy fencing. With room for separate dining and lounge areas, this cozy outdoor retreat can become your own private oasis for morning coffee, entertaining, container gardening, or unwinding at the end of the day. A storage shed in the corner offers convenient space for tools, a small scooter, and seasonal items. A separate entry through the back gate makes access easy. Hardwood stairs lead to two generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors. The approx. 12'6" 15'2" primary bedroom offers excellent furniture flexibility and generous closet space, while the nearly square approx. 11'9" 11'10" second bedroom is ideal for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Three contemporary fandelier ceiling fan/light fixtures were installed in 2026. The A/C system was replaced around 2019. The $457 monthly condo fee provides exceptional value by including gas, heat, hot water, water, sewer, trash removal, exterior building and roof maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, parking lot maintenance, professional management, and access to all community amenities. With utilities, exterior upkeep, and seasonal maintenance bundled into one fee, homeowners enjoy fewer separate bills, easier monthly budgeting, and less maintenance to manage themselves. Association-completed improvements include replacement of the roof, water heater, and rear fencing, along with exterior painting. Cardinal Forest residents enjoy outdoor pools, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and scenic walking and biking trails near Lake Accotink. Convenient to shopping, dining, Metro, VRE, and major commuter routes throughout Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. Don't let this value pass by. Make an appointment to view today.