Rare .64-acre rental opportunity in Alexandria City! Welcome to DreamKey, an exceptional property in the highly desirable Ballantrae neighborhood offering a lifestyle rarely found inside the Beltway. Tucked away on a quiet, non-cut-through street, this private retreat combines the space and freedom of country living with the convenience of being just minutes from Old Town Alexandria, Washington, DC, Metro, VRE, Amtrak, and Reagan National Airport. Set on a beautifully landscaped corner lot, the property features mature trees, fruit trees, a greenhouse, a wisteria-covered trellis patio, and a distinctive two-story barn-style outbuilding. Whether you enjoy gardening, entertaining, working from home, outdoor recreation, or simply having room to breathe, this property offers an extraordinary lifestyle and setting. Inside, timeless charm blends with thoughtful updates throughout. The refreshed kitchen features refinished cabinetry, updated hardware, stainless steel appliances, a wine refrigerator, designer range hood, and a brighter, more modern aesthetic. Renovated bathrooms, wide-plank hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and flexible living spaces create a home that is both comfortable and functional. The versatile floor plan includes multiple options for today's lifestyle, including a potential main-level primary suite and a lower-level bedroom with private entrance-ideal for guests, multigenerational living, an au pair, home office, fitness space, or creative studio. Enjoy convenient access to nearby parks, trails, Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility, shopping, dining, and major commuter routes. Opportunities to lease a property with this combination of land, privacy, flexibility, and location are exceptionally rare in Alexandria City. Available iJuly 15th or later. Tenant responsible for yard maintenance.