1201 N Royal St

MUSE is a boutique, mid-rise condominium completed in 2022 in North Old Town Alexandria. The eight-story building houses primarily one- and two-bedroom residences, including duplex lofts and plans with private terraces. Architecturally it favors contemporary, clean-lined finishes—floor-to-ceiling glazing, wide-plank hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and custom Italian cabinetry—paired with high-end plumbing fixtures and marble or porcelain tile in baths. Interiors commonly include open-plan living, gourmet kitchens with waterfall islands, paneled appliances, dedicated pantry or laundry rooms, generous closet systems, and motorized shades in primary suites. Shared spaces are extensive for a building of this scale: a staffed grand lobby with 24-hour concierge and daytime porter, on-site building manager and engineer, rooftop clubroom with indoor and outdoor entertaining terraces, penthouse-level fitness and yoga studios with an outdoor fitness terrace, and outdoor grilling areas. Practical conveniences include secure bike storage, garage parking with assigned spaces, additional private storage units, a pet-wash station, and an in-home preventive maintenance program. Exterior site amenities and pedestrian improvements connect directly to the Mount Vernon Trail and the Potomac River waterfront. Located in Alexandria’s Arts and Cultural District, MUSE sits a short walk from galleries, restaurants, grocery options and transit corridors into Washington, D.C. The building’s service model and wellness-oriented amenity set support both full-time residents and pied-à-terre buyers seeking a polished, maintenance-light urban lifestyle close to waterfront recreation and Old Town’s historic center.