This unique historic property built in 1800 was originally a store and has been transformed into a spacious and sophisticated 2 level home in a superb location in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria. Large room sizes, new bamboo floors,large modern kitchen opens to spacioud breakfast room opening to patio. two fireplaces. Two spacious en suite bedrooms and an extra room off of the primary give the feeling of an elegant suite, allowing for a study, library or other purpose. The balcony off the primary is the ideal place to drink your coffee in the morning! Private brick-walled patio for outdoor grilling. Recent updates include: Bamboo Floors w/ Cork Underlay (2020); Installed Custom Built-Ins in Kitchen (2020); New HVAC (2021); Removed Textured Walls (2023); New Dishwasher (2021); New Built-In Microwave (2025); New touchless Kitchen Faucet (2021); Whole Home Painted (2026) Listing Contacts
Sold for $1,200,000
$1,200,000
228 S Alfred St, Alexandria, VA 22314
2beds
1,760sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1800
1,083 Square Feet Lot
$1,199,900 Zestimate®
$682/sqft
$4,299 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,199,900
$1.14M - $1.26M
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Two fireplacesLarge room sizesNew bamboo floorsLarge modern kitchen
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Listed by:
Joan Shannon 703-507-8655,
Compass,
Co-Listing Agent: Patrick Thomas Shannon 703-402-3659,
Compass
Bought with:
Kristen Jones, 0225227927
Compass
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2058510
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Combination Dining/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s), Open Floorplan, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Bamboo, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Glass Doors
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,760
- Total interior livable area: 1,760 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,760
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: General Common Elements, Unassigned, On Street, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Courtyard
Lot
- Size: 1,083 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11440600
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Alexandria
- Subdivision: Old Town Alexandria
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Sold | $1,200,000-3.9%$682/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAX2058510 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Pending sale | $1,249,000$710/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2058510 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000+41.1%$710/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2058510 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2020 | Sold | $885,000-1.1%$503/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $895,000+103.4%$509/sqft |
Source: Weichert, REALTORS #VAAX241526 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2001 | Sold | $440,000$250/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,992 +4.4% | $1,056,537 +4.4% |
| 2025 | $11,485 +3.1% | $1,011,910 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $11,137 +2.3% | $981,193 |
| 2023 | $10,891 +2.8% | $981,193 +2.8% |
| 2022 | $10,596 +4.3% | $954,636 +10.6% |
| 2021 | $10,155 | $863,022 +24.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $692,422 0% |
| 2019 | -- | $692,423 -7.7% |
| 2018 | $7,157 -8.6% | $750,444 |
| 2017 | $7,827 | $750,444 |
| 2016 | $7,827 | $750,444 |
| 2015 | $7,827 +2.9% | $750,444 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $7,606 +6.6% | $729,222 |
| 2013 | $7,132 +6.7% | $729,222 +6.7% |
| 2012 | $6,684 -0.1% | $683,426 -0.1% |
| 2011 | $6,689 +7.5% | $683,912 +7.5% |
| 2010 | $6,224 +4% | $636,383 -4% |
| 2009 | $5,983 +8.9% | $662,577 +1.9% |
| 2008 | $5,495 -5.5% | $650,334 -7.2% |
| 2007 | $5,817 +1.8% | $700,800 |
| 2006 | $5,712 -18.8% | $700,800 +6.7% |
| 2005 | $7,030 +15.3% | $657,000 +15.3% |
| 2004 | $6,096 +17.3% | $569,700 +17.3% |
| 2003 | $5,196 +9.8% | $485,600 +9.8% |
| 2002 | $4,733 +31% | $442,300 +31% |
| 2001 | $3,613 | $337,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old Town
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lyles-Crouch ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 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
- 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
- 228 S Alfred St
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