Built in 1886, this elegant historic residence showcases timeless architectural details and an exceptional location in Old Town. Rich in character, the home features high ceilings, handsome moldings, hardwood floors, and a welcoming vestibule entry. The gracious main level offers a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a large dining room, a light-filled eat-in kitchen, and a convenient powder room. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms and two full baths. Located on a lovely street in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, the home is just one block from shops and restaurants, close to parks and the waterfront, and walkable to Metro. This special property presents a wonderful opportunity to create your dream home within one of the area’s most treasured historic neighborhoods. Off-street parking for one car via the rear alley completes the offering.
Sold for $1,045,000
$1,045,000
215 N Columbus St, Alexandria, VA 22314
3beds
1,560sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1886
1,738 Square Feet Lot
$1,061,600 Zestimate®
$670/sqft
$4,571 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,061,600
$1.01M - $1.11M
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Wood-burning fireplaceLovely streetHigh ceilingsHandsome moldingsTimeless architectural detailsGenerously sized bedroomsLarge dining room
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Listed by:
Lauren Bishop 202-361-5079,
Corcoran McEnearney
Bought with:
Unrepresented
Unrepresented
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2060462
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,560
- Total interior livable area: 1,560 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,560
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Alley Access, Off Street
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 1,738 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11491100
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Average
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1886
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old Town
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $670/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,013,899
- Annual tax amount: $11,507
- Date on market: 5/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $1,045,000$670/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAX2060462 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Pending sale | $1,045,000$670/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2060462 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,045,000$670/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2060462 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,508 +3.8% | $1,013,899 +3.8% |
| 2025 | $11,089 | $976,998 |
| 2024 | $11,089 +7.3% | $976,998 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $10,339 +1.7% | $931,485 +1.7% |
| 2022 | $10,169 -2.2% | $916,125 +3.5% |
| 2021 | $10,397 | $884,854 -0.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $889,768 +4.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $848,623 +0.3% |
| 2018 | $7,371 -9.5% | $845,909 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $8,149 | $819,384 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $8,149 +2.4% | $781,313 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $7,960 | $763,182 |
| 2014 | $7,960 +13% | $763,182 +6% |
| 2013 | $7,041 +2.1% | $719,983 +2.1% |
| 2012 | $6,894 +1.7% | $704,915 +1.7% |
| 2011 | $6,781 | $693,324 |
| 2010 | $6,781 +6.3% | $693,324 -1.9% |
| 2009 | $6,379 +5.6% | $706,407 -1.2% |
| 2008 | $6,039 +3.9% | $714,649 +2.1% |
| 2007 | $5,811 -1.2% | $700,146 -3% |
| 2006 | $5,883 -4.4% | $721,800 +25.5% |
| 2005 | $6,155 +12.2% | $575,200 +12.2% |
| 2004 | $5,484 +27% | $512,500 +52.7% |
| 2003 | $4,317 +42.8% | $335,600 +18.8% |
| 2002 | $3,023 +14.7% | $282,500 +14.7% |
| 2001 | $2,635 | $246,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old Town
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Alexandria City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jefferson-houston
- Middle: George Washington
- High: Alexandria City
- District: Alexandria City Public Schools
Source: Bright 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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- Virginia
- Alexandria City
- Alexandria
- 22314
- Old Town
- 215 N Columbus St
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