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  • $898,300

    5818 Dawes Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311

    5beds
    1,502sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1961
    0.5 Acres Lot
    $898,300 Zestimate®
    $598/sqft
    $3,467 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $898,300

    $853,000 - $943,000

    $3,467/mo

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    What's special

    Looking for that perfect spacious home, fenced-in backyard, quaint neighborhood, in a quiet park-like community all minutes away from urban conveniences? Look no further! Welcome to Dowden Terrace in West Alexandria. Classic mid-century split level home, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout, open-concept kitchen, fully finished basement with walk-up access, main level en-suite bedroom/full bathroom, screened-in porch, fully fenced backyard complete with a little fish pond and fountain, a very large shed wired for electricity, 2-car garage and oversized driveway, all on .5 acre lot. But wait - there's more about this home to love! Semi open-concept kitchen has updated appliances (2017) and gas cooking! Kitchen also has ample cabinet and closet storage, pristine Corian counters, and 2 separate prep islands making this kitchen a chef's dream and a crafter's delight. Main level laundry is also very convenient! This classic home comes with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the upper level, and a main level bedroom is perfect as an in-law suite or age-in-place suite, featuring 3 large closets and en-suite bathroom with large shower stall. Spacious living room off the foyer entry offers an extra large wood-burning fireplace making this room the heart of the home. Both the living room and separate dining room boast large windows to allow you to enjoy the views of the mature trees in the park-like property setting. Basement has high ceilings, porcelain tile flooring, and outside access, making this a great space for multiple uses. Utility room with freshly painted floor and walls houses gas heat HVAC (2010) with Airscrubber UV purifier (2016) and Aprilaire Humidifier (2010), and water heater. Combination screened-in porch and large deck off of the kitchen and family room areas allows for easy entertaining for large or small groups. Gaze out onto the landscaped fenced backyard complete with a small fish pond with fountain, on a total .5 acre lot. This quiet neighborhood nestled between Alexandria, Arlington and Falls Church is a commuter's dream with WMATA and DASH bus stops on Seminary Rd., I-395 1.0 mile away; less than 10 miles to Old Town Alexandria waterfront, Amazon HQ2 in National Landing/Crystal City/Reagan National Airport, the heart of DC, and National Harbor; less than 12 miles to Tysons Corner; approx. 15 miles to Fort Belvoir; approx. 25 miles to Dulles International Airport. Close to several FFX CO schools, NOVA-Alexandria campus, restaurants, grocery, shopping, INOVA-Alexandria medical hospital, major employment hubs, and several parks and recreation areas including Dora Kelly Nature Trail and Holmes Run Park. Dowden Terrace membership pool is within the neighborhood. No HOA. Property is "As-Is" and meticulously cared for. Professional photos and floor plan to be added soon. MLS disclosures, showing instructions, marketing brochure, upgrade and feature list, a link to the virtual open house tour, and offer instructions all on the MLS listing or contact the listing agent for pdf forms. Due to COVID-19 there will not be any in-person open houses scheduled. All showings by appointment only. Listing agent lives in the neighborhood. Contact the listing agent for a personal tour or check out the virtual tour or 3D tour links for previews. Offer deadline 12:00 pm, Tuesday, December 1, 2020. Don't wait - make this your home now, just in time for the New Year!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Heating
    • Forced air
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Window Treatments, Recessed Lighting, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Crown Molding, Carpet, Skylight(s), Wood Floors, Attic, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Traditional, Family Room Off Kitchen, Chair Railings, Kitchen - Galley, Stall Shower, Attic/House Fan, Tub Shower
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,502 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Vinyl, Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 0.50 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0614240004A
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • brick
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1961

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Alexandria

    Other

    Other facts
    • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Built-in Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Oven - Wall
    • FireplaceYN: true
    • InteriorFeatures: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Window Treatments, Recessed Lighting, Built-Ins, Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Crown Molding, Carpet, Skylight(s), Wood Floors, Attic, Entry Level Bedroom, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Upgraded Countertops, Floor Plan - Traditional, Family Room Off Kitchen, Chair Railings, Kitchen - Galley, Stall Shower, Attic/House Fan, Tub Shower
    • GarageYN: true
    • AttachedGarageYN: true
    • HeatingYN: true
    • CoolingYN: true
    • StructureType: Detached
    • ConstructionMaterials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
    • StoriesTotal: 4
    • OpenParkingSpaces: 2
    • SpecialListingConditions: Standard
    • ParkingFeatures: Driveway, On Street, Attached Garage, Off Site, Concrete, Built In, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance
    • CoveredSpaces: 2
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • Heating: Central
    • BelowGradeFinishedArea: 0
    • MlsStatus: Pending
    • TaxAnnualAmount: 7026.0

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/22/2020Sold$727,000+1.7%$484/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAFX1166178
    12/2/2020Pending sale$715,000$476/sqft
    Source: KW Metro Center #VAFX1166178
    11/24/2020Listed for sale$715,000$476/sqft
    Source: KW Metro Center #VAFX1166178

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$10,277 +7%$822,740 +7%
    2024$9,608 +7.9%$768,840 +4.2%
    2023$8,906 +7.4%$737,960 +9.1%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 22311

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: GLEN FOREST
    • Middle: GLASGOW
    • High: JUSTICE
    • District: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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