The Commons Mount Vernon is a landmark adaptive-reuse destination located at 8333 Richmond Highway in Alexandria, Virginia. Formerly the Original Mount Vernon High School, this historic 22-acre campus is being transformed with a $120M public investment into a dynamic center for business, education, workforce development, arts, recreation, and community programming. The 149,000-square-foot project combines the restoration of the original 1939 Colonial Revival building with thoughtfully designed new construction. The property offers a rare opportunity for businesses and organizations to establish a presence within one of the Richmond Highway corridor’s most distinctive and highly anticipated redevelopment projects. TWO FLEXIBLE LEASING OPPORTUNITIES Approximately 4,000 SF Annex – Building 4 The Annex is a separate building located near the main entrance to The Commons and adjacent to newly constructed parking. The space features a dedicated entrance, high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, abundant natural light, and a distinctive industrial-loft character. The Annex can accommodate professional office, technology, creative, retail, education, workforce-development, health and wellness, or business-support uses. Its open and adaptable layout is particularly well suited for an established technology company, professional-services firm, collaborative team, training provider, creative enterprise, or growing business seeking a location with a strong identity. The current market-study benchmark is approximately $25 per square foot annually, or approximately $8,333 per month. Final rent, lease structure, tenant improvements, rent abatement, signage, visibility, and delivery terms are negotiable. Approximately 9,100 SF Lower Level – Building 2 The lower-level space offers approximately 9,100 square feet with concrete floors, exposed ceilings, and a flexible configuration suitable for a larger office, technology, education, training, creative-production, entrepreneurial-support, or small-scale production operation. The space provides an opportunity for a tenant that needs room for a combination of offices, collaborative work areas, classrooms, studios, demonstrations, training, or other specialized functions. The current market-study benchmark is approximately $10 per square foot annually, or approximately $7,583 per month. Final terms and required improvements are negotiable. A CAMPUS DESIGNED FOR COLLABORATION AND ACTIVITY The Commons is planned as an active, mixed-use community destination rather than a traditional standalone office property. Campus programming is expected to include education and workforce development, early-childhood programming, teen and senior services, visual and performing arts, recreation, community events, business incubation, and other complementary services. Planned shared destinations include a new Welcome Center and the historic school library, which is being converted into an event space. These uses are expected to generate regular activity and create opportunities for collaboration, community engagement, partnerships, demonstrations, classes, events, and business visibility. The property is positioned to appeal to technology companies, professional firms, educational organizations, creative businesses, nonprofit partners, workforce-development providers, and established entrepreneurs that value flexibility and want to operate in an innovative, community-oriented environment. HISTORIC CHARACTER WITH MODERN BUILDING SYSTEMS Constructed in 1939, the Original Mount Vernon High School is a notable example of Colonial Revival architecture and is listed on both the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. The redevelopment preserves the historic identity and architectural character of the original school while introducing modern mechanical, electrical, plumbing, accessibility, and utility systems. Planned sustainability features include a geothermal system, LEED Gold certification objectives, energy-efficiency improvements, electric-vehicle charging stations, low-impact stormwater facilities, and rooftop solar panels subject to applicable approvals. STRATEGIC RICHMOND HIGHWAY LOCATION The Commons is situated along Richmond Highway in the Mount Vernon area of Fairfax County, convenient to Fort Belvoir, Old Town Alexandria, Interstate 495, and the broader Northern Virginia and Washington metropolitan markets. The property is located within a corridor undergoing substantial public and private investment. Long-term improvements associated with the EMBARK Richmond Highway initiative and planned Bus Rapid Transit are intended to enhance mobility, accessibility, and redevelopment opportunities throughout the corridor. The Commons gives tenants the opportunity to become part of this transformation while occupying a memorable property with historic character, modern infrastructure, flexible space, on-site activity, and a mission centered on innovation and opportunity. Construction is scheduled for completion in late 2026, with final tenant availability dependent upon individual lease negotiations and buildout requirements. Businesses and organizations with an established concept, operating experience, financial capacity, and a clear plan for the space are encouraged to inquire.