NEW PHOTOS! Charming 3BR/2BA Home for Rent in Tauxemont Nature Sanctuary in the Waynewood School District.
Welcome to your peaceful retreat in the heart of Tauxemont, one of Alexandria's most beloved neighborhoods. Nestled at the end of a private wooded cul-de-sac, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of serenity and convenience all within the sought-after Waynewood Elementary school district.
Set on a half-acre lot, this home is a nature lover's dream. The backyard oasis includes an extended patio, bonfire pit, hammock, and woodshed ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or soaking in the peaceful wooded surroundings. A small covered back porch provides the perfect spot to watch summer storms roll in.
Inside, enjoy a newly renovated kitchen and dining room, updated bathrooms, and like-new carpet in all bedrooms. Monthly lawn mowing is included in rent, leaving you more time to enjoy the space.
Prime location perks:
- Just a 10-minute drive to Old Town Alexandria
- Walking distance to the Mount Vernon Trail
- Steps from Safeway and a short walk to local butcher, hardware, and variety store.
- Hidden wooded walking trails throughout the Tauxemont community
Additional features:
- Clean, delicious well water (tested by a chemist, comparable to Poland Spring!)
- Tesla wall charger
- Single-car carport with attached storage room
- Attic for extra storage
- Three additional uncovered parking spaces
This is a rare rental opportunity: an updated home with character, community, and convenience in one of Alexandria's most unique neighborhoods.
Owner pays for water. Renter responsible for gas and electric bill. No smoking allowed.
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$3,975/mo
1301 Gahant Rd, Alexandria, VA 22308
3beds
1,316sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Mon Sep 1 2025
Small dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
-- Parking
Forced air
What's special
Like-new carpetExtended patioBackyard oasisUpdated bathroomsHalf-acre lotPrivate wooded cul-de-sacBonfire pit
- 26 days
- on Zillow |
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,316 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, Water included in rent
Details
- Parcel number: 1022100021
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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7/15/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,975$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
10/9/2018 | Sold | $545,000-0.9%$414/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
9/7/2018 | Pending sale | $550,000$418/sqft |
Source: McEnearney Associates, Inc. #1002077344 | ||
9/5/2018 | Price change | $550,000-1.6%$418/sqft |
Source: McEnearney Associates, Inc. #1002077344 | ||
8/4/2018 | Price change | $559,000-1.8%$425/sqft |
Source: McEnearney Associates, Inc. #1002077344 | ||