Only 1/2 mile from METRO to PARADISE at HOME! Fabulous lush landscaping with enormous fragrant flowers welcome you to 432 North Nelson Street in the desirable and friendly Ashton Heights neighborhood. As you enter this center hall Colonial, you are wowed by the beautiful hardwood floors and crown molding. The spacious living room, its fireplace with its marble surround and unique art deco sconces introduce you to this upscale quality home. The sophistication continues as you go through the double doors to the adjoining room flooded with light. The architecturally designed cathedral ceiling and built in shelves make this a perfect, yet still cozy retreat for an office, music room, library or guest room. Adjoining the separate dining room is the efficient high line kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a Sub Zero refrigerator, Decor gas cooktop, 2 wall ovens, microwave, Bosch dishwasher, granite countertops with tile backsplash and designer cabinets. Upstairs, you find 3 bedrooms and 2 beautiful bathrooms. The Master closet has been customized with removable drawers, pant hangars, etc. The ensuite bathroom has a massaging shower and frosted door. The hall bath has a tub shower and plentiful cabinetry. Both bathrooms have artistic sinks, glass doors and heated floors. Besides a large family room/playroom/gym in the finished basement, you will find the laundry, storage and the extra freezer which conveys. BUT THERE IS MORE! Exit the rear of this home and step into your own private heated POOL with tiered decks and fabulous landscaping in the fenced yard. You also have a detached one car garage and storage shed. All this, only 1/2 mile to the Virginia Square Metro, close to gyms, trails, parks, restaurants, entertainment and shopping in Clarendon and Ballston Quarter! YOU CAN LIVE IN PARADISE EVERY DAY!!