The Beacon of Groveton
6870 Richmond Hwy,
Alexandria,
VA
22306
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571-450-9819
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Monthly Rent
$1,822 - $2,608
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
540 - 1,080 sq ft
The Beacon of Groveton
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The Beacon of Groveton features distinctive amenities for your comfort and luxe studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in Alexandria, VA. Head outside to find shopping, dining and every convenience at your doorstep. Explore nearby Old Town Alexandria and all the DC Metro area has to offer with The Beacon of Groveton's ideal location. The price shown reflects Base Rent only. Residents are responsible for additional required fees, including but not limited to an application fee, security deposit, community amenity fee, and utility charges. These fees are assessed per applicant or per unit as applicable and may vary based on usage or lease terms. Please consult a leasing agent for a comprehensive list of all required, optional, and situational fees.
Highlights
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Controlled Access
- On-Site Retail
- Island Kitchen
- Gated
- Elevator
- Property Manager on Site
- Hardwood Floors
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Studio-S1 - Mariner
$1,847 – $1,887
Plus Fees
Studio
1 Bath
540 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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Unit 343price $1,862square feet 540availibility Now
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Unit 637price $1,887square feet 540availibility Now
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Unit 625price $1,847square feet 540availibility May 29
Studio-S1-1 - Mariner
$1,822
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Studio
1 Bath
540 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit 157price $1,822square feet 540availibility May 25
1 Bed 1 Bath-A1-2 - Nighthawk
$1,997 – $2,227
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
752 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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Unit 251price $1,997square feet 752availibility Now
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Unit 804price $2,227square feet 752availibility Now
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Unit 151price $2,057square feet 752availibility May 22
1 Bed 1 Bath-A3-2 - Ventura
$2,267 – $2,367
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
886 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Unit 257price $2,267square feet 886availibility Now
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Unit 557price $2,367square feet 886availibility Now
1 Bed 1 Bath-A1 - Nighthawk
$2,062 – $2,082
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
720 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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Unit 522price $2,067square feet 720availibility May 22
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Unit 422price $2,062square feet 720availibility Jun 7
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Unit 449price $2,082square feet 720availibility Jul 22
1 Bed 1 Bath-A3 - Ventura
$2,187
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
830 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
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Unit 634price $2,187square feet 830availibility May 25
1 Bed 1 Bath-A2-1 - Kaydet
$1,922
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
626 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit 645price $1,922square feet 626availibility Jun 29
2 Bed 2 Bath-B2 - Navigator
$2,538 – $2,608
Plus Fees
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,071 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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Unit 156price $2,538square feet 1,071availibility Now
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Unit 260price $2,543square feet 1,071availibility Now
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Unit 560price $2,608square feet 1,071availibility May 4
2 Bed 2 Bath-B1 - Coronado
$2,553
Plus Fees
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 355price $2,553square feet 1,080availibility Now
2 Bed 2 Bath-B1-6 - Coronado ADA
$2,468 – $2,513
Plus Fees
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,054 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 536price $2,468square feet 1,054availibility Apr 20
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Unit 336price $2,513square feet 1,054availibility May 26
Studio-S1 - Mariner
$1,847 – $1,887
Plus Fees
Studio
1 Bath
540 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 343price $1,862square feet 540availibility Now
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Unit 637price $1,887square feet 540availibility Now
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Unit 625price $1,847square feet 540availibility May 29
Studio-S1-1 - Mariner
$1,822
Plus Fees
Studio
1 Bath
540 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 157price $1,822square feet 540availibility May 25
1 Bed 1 Bath-A1-2 - Nighthawk
$1,997 – $2,227
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
752 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 251price $1,997square feet 752availibility Now
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Unit 804price $2,227square feet 752availibility Now
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Unit 151price $2,057square feet 752availibility May 22
1 Bed 1 Bath-A3-2 - Ventura
$2,267 – $2,367
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
886 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 257price $2,267square feet 886availibility Now
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Unit 557price $2,367square feet 886availibility Now
1 Bed 1 Bath-A1 - Nighthawk
$2,062 – $2,082
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
720 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 522price $2,067square feet 720availibility May 22
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Unit 422price $2,062square feet 720availibility Jun 7
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Unit 449price $2,082square feet 720availibility Jul 22
1 Bed 1 Bath-A3 - Ventura
$2,187
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
830 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 634price $2,187square feet 830availibility May 25
1 Bed 1 Bath-A2-1 - Kaydet
$1,922
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
626 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 645price $1,922square feet 626availibility Jun 29
2 Bed 2 Bath-B2 - Navigator
$2,538 – $2,608
Plus Fees
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,071 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 156price $2,538square feet 1,071availibility Now
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Unit 260price $2,543square feet 1,071availibility Now
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Unit 560price $2,608square feet 1,071availibility May 4
2 Bed 2 Bath-B1 - Coronado
$2,553
Plus Fees
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 355price $2,553square feet 1,080availibility Now
2 Bed 2 Bath-B1-6 - Coronado ADA
$2,468 – $2,513
Plus Fees
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,054 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 536price $2,468square feet 1,054availibility Apr 20
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Unit 336price $2,513square feet 1,054availibility May 26
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$50
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Due at Move-In
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Security Deposit - RefundableCharged per unit.$400
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$500
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Due at Application
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Dogs
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$500
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$50 / mo
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Cats
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$500
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$50 / mo
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Storage Unit
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Storage DepositCharged per rentable item.$0
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Storage RentCharged per rentable item.$75 / mo
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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12 - 16 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 2012
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291 units/8 stories
Matterport 3D Tours
About The Beacon of Groveton
The Beacon of Groveton features distinctive amenities for your comfort and luxe studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in Alexandria, VA. Head outside to find shopping, dining and every convenience at your doorstep. Explore nearby Old Town Alexandria and all the DC Metro area has to offer with The Beacon of Groveton's ideal location. The price shown reflects Base Rent only. Residents are responsible for additional required fees, including but not limited to an application fee, security deposit, community amenity fee, and utility charges. These fees are assessed per applicant or per unit as applicable and may vary based on usage or lease terms. Please consult a leasing agent for a comprehensive list of all required, optional, and situational fees.
The Beacon of Groveton is an apartment community located in Fairfax County and the 22306 ZIP Code.
Unique Features
- Controlled Access
- Courtyard
- Courtyard with Outdoor Gas Grills
- Crown Molding
- Double Shower-heads
- Fire Pits
- Glass Panel Walk-in Showers
- Juliet Balconies
- Relaxing Soaking Tubs
- Tile Backsplash in Kitchen
- Upgraded Retro Lighting Fixtures
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Clubhouse
- Package Service
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- On-Site Retail
- Recycling
- Guest Apartment
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Storage Space
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Gated
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Crown Molding
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Garden
6870 Richmond Hwy,
Alexandria,
VA
22306
Groveton is a historic Alexandria locale that lies right between Washington D.C. and Mount Vernon. This triangular-shaped neighborhood lies between Route 1, the historic Richmond Highway, and State Route 611, with State Route 633 crossing right in the middle. There’s a vibrant array of mid-rise apartments with quick access to the sprawling green space in the south of Groveton. Restaurants and shopping abound on South Kings Highway. Residents also can enjoy views of the Potomac River to the east.
Learn more about living in Groveton
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Groveton | Alexandria, VA | |
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| Studio | $1,714 | $1,622 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,830 | $2,014 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,165 | $2,481 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,127 | $2,721 |
Amenities
- Package Service
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- On-Site Retail
- Recycling
- Guest Apartment
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Storage Space
- Gated
- Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Bicycle Storage
- Controlled Access
- Courtyard
- Courtyard with Outdoor Gas Grills
- Crown Molding
- Double Shower-heads
- Fire Pits
- Glass Panel Walk-in Showers
- Juliet Balconies
- Relaxing Soaking Tubs
- Tile Backsplash in Kitchen
- Upgraded Retro Lighting Fixtures
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Island Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Carpet
- Crown Molding
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Garden
Expenses
Recurring
Unassigned Garage Parking
$50
Cat Rent
$50
Dog Rent
$50
One-Time
Storage Fee
$75
Cat Fee
$500
Dog Fee
$500
Office Hours
571-450-9819
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 17 min | 6.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 7.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 11.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 12.2 mi |
The Beacon of Groveton is within 17 minutes or 6.7 miles from NOVA, Medical Edu. Campus. It is also near NOVA, Alexandria Campus and George Mason Univ., Arlington.
Schools
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
505 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
49 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Alexandria include Huntington, located 2.6 miles from The Beacon of Groveton. The Beacon of Groveton is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 7.7 miles or 19 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 34.3 miles or 54 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 5.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Drive: | 15 min | 6.2 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 9.9 mi |
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Drive: | 19 min | 10.8 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Drive: | 19 min | 7.7 mi |
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Washington Dulles International
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Drive: | 54 min | 34.3 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Busy
Soundscore™
67
/ 100
Traffic
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
The Beacon of Groveton has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 mile, which is about a 19-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Huntley Meadows Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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George Washington Memorial Parkway/Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.4 mi |
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Carlyle House Historic Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.0 mi |
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River Farm
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi |
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Fort Foote Park
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Drive: | 17 min | 8.5 mi |
The Beacon of Groveton has 5 parks within 8.5 miles, including Huntley Meadows Park, George Washington Memorial Parkway/Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve, and River Farm.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.2 mi |
The Beacon of Groveton has 3 hospitals within 6.2 miles, the nearest is Inova Mount Vernon Hospital which is 2.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.1 mi |
The Beacon of Groveton is 3.1 miles from U S Army Reserve Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Coast Guard.
The Beacon of Groveton Photos
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Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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Does The Beacon of Groveton have in-unit laundry?
The Beacon of Groveton has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
What utilities are included in rent at The Beacon of Groveton?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at The Beacon of Groveton?
Parking is available at The Beacon of Groveton for $50 / mo. Contact this property for details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
The Beacon of Groveton has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,822/mo. to $2,608/mo.
Is The Beacon of Groveton pet-friendly?
Yes, The Beacon of Groveton welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
How much income do I need to rent at The Beacon of Groveton?
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,822 for a studio, you would need to earn about $72,880 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does The Beacon of Groveton have move-in specials?
The Beacon of Groveton is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does The Beacon of Groveton offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! The Beacon of Groveton offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
6870 Richmond Hwy
Alexandria, VA 22306