This bright three-bedroom, two-bath townhome is located within one block of the Ballston Metro and just over two blocks to Ballston Quarter, the hub of Arlington. The sun-filled enclosed and gated patio has plenty of room for outdoor seating, a table, umbrella, and a gas grill. There is also a large storage shed for bikes. Brick stairs lead up one level to the main entrance. Inside is a bright living room with gleaming oak hardwood floors and plenty of seating centered around a gas fireplace with built-ins on either side. A spacious dining area leads to an updated kitchen with a pass-through opening and stainless appliances. There are also two closets on this level. The hardwood floors lead upstairs to three bedrooms and two full baths, plus utilities and storage. The spacious master bedroom on the front of the home is brightened by multiple windows, with a view of the trees and the rising sun, with privacy shades that can be opened from the top or the bottom. A king size bed does not fill the room. There is more than enough space for a dresser and/or chest of drawers, plus a seating area. There are two closets, one wide closet with double doors and closet organizers, and the other a walk-in space. An en-suite bath has two vanities, one outside the bathroom door and one inside. A tiled tub/shower completes the master bath. The second bedroom is at the rear of the home with windows overlooking Stafford St and afternoon sunlight. It also has a large closet and room for a queen bed, plus a desk and dresser. The third bedroom is also in the home's rear with windows catching the afternoon light, and can serve as a bedroom or home office. Down the upstairs hall is a generous full-size bathroom, linen closet, plus washer/dryer, water heater, and HVAC unit. Pull-down stairs allow for plenty of attic storage. Updates include range (2019), Nest thermostat, wifi light switches, new toilets, storage closet under front stairs, front door hardware (2018), microwave, blinds (2017), water heater (2016), washer/dryer (2015). The location is stellar. The Ballston Metro is around the corner, and the Ballston Quarter is just past that, with a large selection of cafes, restaurants and shops in the surrounding five-block radius. The Ballston neighborhood has several large recreational and dog parks within short walk. If you like ice skating, the rink where the Washington Capitals train within Ballston Quarter is open to the public. The Arlington central library is a couple of blocks, as is Quincy Park, and the pool at Washington-Liberty High School, which is open to the public. It's a quick hop to get on I-66 or go north and south on Glebe Road. Clarendon is only a few blocks to the East. This bright home is a jewel!