Vibrant, Updated & Full of Character!! Welcome to this delightful 4-bedroom, 3-bath Cape Cod in Alexandria’s Brookville Seminary Valley—a perfect blend of artistic charm and modern updates. The main level features a bright and airy living room with large windows, recessed lighting, and an electric fireplace. The colorful kitchen boasts custom Spanish tile, brand-new appliances, and custom cabinetry, flowing into the dining room and a relaxing screened-in porch that overlooks the beautifully landscaped backyard. Two bedrooms and a full bath with Italian tile finishes complete this level. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a stylish bath featuring custom Turkish tile with a tub/shower combo, and a separate toilet room with its own sink—perfect for shared or flexible living. The finished lower level is built for entertaining with a spacious family room, built-in bar, bookshelves, and a third full bath with custom tilework. This level also offers walk-up access to the yard, a large laundry room with utility sink, ample cabinetry and counter space, a deep freezer, and additional storage areas. Other highlights include a two-car driveway, an outdoor shed, and a backyard—ideal for relaxing, gardening, or play. All this in a prime Alexandria location, just across the street from Patrick Henry Rec Center, a short distance to the Holmes Run trail, minutes to Foxchase Shopping Center, commuter routes, I-395, DC, and Old Town Alexandria. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind home that truly stands out! Recent updates: Roof, exterior siding and kitchen appliances in 2025, HVAC installed in 2023, Windows replaced in 2023
Under contract
$824,900
496 N Latham St, Alexandria, VA 22304
4beds
2,092sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
8,097 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$394/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Electric fireplaceFinished lower levelBuilt-in barTwo-car drivewayStylish bathBeautifully landscaped backyardRecessed lighting
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 06:07am
Listed by:
Melanie Hogg 703-496-0852,
CENTURY 21 New Millennium,
Listing Team: Melanie Hogg Group, Co-Listing Team: Melanie Hogg Group,Co-Listing Agent: Donyell Allen 614-218-0624,
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2047320

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Attic
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 11
Other
- Level: Unspecified
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 9
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 X 14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 7
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 X 14
Utility room
- Level: Unspecified
Workshop
- Level: Unspecified
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Disposal, Freezer, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Cedar Closet(s), Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Windows: Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Screen, Glass Doors, Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,236
- Total interior livable area: 2,092 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,348
- Finished area below ground: 744
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Off Street, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Screened, Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalks, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 8,097 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 31512000
- Zoning: R 8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Brookville Seminary Valley
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $394/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $590,276
- Annual tax amount: $6,699
- Date on market: 7/24/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,VA Loan,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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