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  • $3,750/mo

    5537 Gary Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311

    4beds
    2,211sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Singlefamily
    Available Mon Nov 10 2025
    Cats, small dogs OK
    Central air, electric, ceiling fan
    Dryer in unit laundry
    2 Parking spaces parking
    Natural gas, central, forced air, fireplace

    What's special

    Street with sidewalksOpen foyer spaceCeiling fans in bedroomsRaised garden beds
    A SUPER VALUE RENTAL PRICE $3750/MONTH AND ... LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Mid-Century Classic, large and bright split level home in Shirley Forest, in West Alexandria! 4 Bedrooms + 1 Flex/Bed room, 3 Full Updated Bathrooms, open concept combined Kitchen/Dining/Living area with steps down to Rec Room and Entry level. Features include open Foyer space; entry level Bedroom + full shower stall Bathroom; ceiling fans in Bedrooms, hardscaped back Patio area with fire pit, fully fenced back yard that includes a shed and raised garden beds. House is in excellent condition with solid flooring throughout (no carpet!), repainted walls in neutral base color, and large windows throughout; NEW (09/2024): HVAC, HOT WATER TANK and BUILT-IN MICROWAVE. Lower level Laundry/utility room also has back yard access doorway. Home is located on a street with sidewalks and only blocks away to local schools, playgrounds, biking trails, parks, and tennis/pickleball courts, retail and restaurants. Dowden Terrace membership pool located within the community. Metro and Dash bus stops are 3 blocks away along Seminary Road or Beauregard Rd; I-395 is less than .5 miles away. Rental available immediately. Lease min. 12 months w/option to renew with annual rent increase; minimum annual combined household income of $175,000/year to qualify; Max. 3 combined household incomes to qualify; Min credit score is 680; Pets: YES - case by case, Max. 2 pets; max combined weight 50 lbs. $500.00 /pet refundable security deposit and $25/pet monthly pet rent; NO Smoking of any kind permitted in/around the property. Wood Burning Fireplace is DECOR ONLY; not useable. Apply online via RentSpree links with non-refundable application fee per anyone18 yo+ regardless of rent responsibility. Local landlord self-managing the property. Landlord reserves the right to final decision on any application. Tenant occupied; Book all showings online; all showings done by appointment or contact listing agent for showing appointment. Owner landlord will review all applications and respond with any questions and final decision. Don't wait - get home now just in time to enjoy the fall and holiday seasons!
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Dining Room, Office, Recreation Room
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air, Fireplace
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Dryer In Unit, In Basement, In Unit, Laundry Room, Washer In Unit
    Features
    • Air Filter System, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Crown Molding, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Exhaust Fan, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,211 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway, On Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Contact manager
    Details
    • Parcel number: 41896000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: SingleFamily
    Condition
    • Year built: 1959

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Garbage

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Alexandria

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: Contact For Details

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/1/2025Listed for rent$3,750+7.4%$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2050222
    10/8/2024Listing removed$3,490$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2037916
    9/20/2024Price change$3,490-5.7%$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2037916
    9/12/2024Listed for rent$3,700+5.7%$2/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2037916
    9/1/2024Listing removed$3,500$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Neighborhood: Alexandria West