4600 S Four Mile Run Dr

The Carlton is a mid-century, 12-story condominium complex built in 1965 and comprised primarily of studios, one- and two-bedroom units. Architecturally it reads as a large horizontal slab set within generous landscaped grounds and mature trees; many residences feature floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies that overlook wooded creekside views and an Olympic-size outdoor pool. Interior unit finishes vary widely because of owner renovations; common interior characteristics across units include open and combination living/dining plans, built-ins, walk-in closets, updated kitchens, and a mix of wood or luxury vinyl plank floors. Building-level services and spaces emphasize convenience and social life: a staffed 24-hour concierge/desk, a party/meeting room, a community center, on-site convenience store, laundry on each floor, and secure storage/bike rooms. Recreation amenities are extensive for the scale — outdoor Olympic pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness center with locker rooms, tennis courts, sport court, and direct access to the W&OD bike trail and Four Mile Run greenway. Practical provisions include multiple elevators, garage and surface parking (assigned spaces available), underground sprinklers and exterior lighting, and routine groundskeeping and snow removal covered by the condo fee. The association bundles most utilities into the monthly fee, simplifying ownership and reducing individual utility responsibilities. Pet rules are generally permissive within specified size limits; management is on-site and noted for active upkeep and recent lobby, hallway, and elevator modernizations. The location sits minutes from Shirlington Village, I-395, the Pentagon, Amazon HQ2/Crystal City corridors, and offers multiple bus connections to Metro, making it attractive for commuters who want suburban green space with immediate urban access.