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