SPRING AHEAD of this SPRING's buying stampede. WELCOME HOME to this amazing value in an unbeatable location just steps to the exciting vibe of Del Ray. If you have dreamed of finding home-town lifestyle comfort and an affordable property with 2 large private parking spaces close-in to Washington, D.C., and of enjoying 1.1 mi to Metrorail convenience to Reagan Airport, Pentagon, D.C. and beyond, come discover this lovely 2 BR, 2 BA townhome with 1185 fin sf. VALUE ADDED SURPRISE - A rarely available deep rear yard offering potential house expansion. UPGRADES - Fall 2025 include: refinished hardwood floors on main and upper levels, entire interior painted in a neutral color, installed LVP kitchen floor, refrigerator, and under cabinet light over sink, installed carpeting and recessed lighting in Family Room, enlarged lower bathroom, upgraded commode, shower, vanity and hardware, installed white mini- blinds in LR, DR, 2 BRs and upper bath. Earlier upgrades include replacing all windows with double pane vinyl clad windows, upgraded kitchen counter tops, refaced cabinets, replaced dishwasher, disposer, gas stove, installed exhaust fan. Home sale "as is". This owner has lovingly maintained the home and lush landscape.
Sold for $700,000
$700,000
304 E Nelson Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
2beds
1,185sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1940
2,415 Square Feet Lot
$702,400 Zestimate®
$591/sqft
$3,677 Estimated rent
Home value
$702,400
$660,000 - $752,000
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Installed lvp kitchen floorEnlarged lower bathroomUpgraded kitchen counter topsRefaced cabinetsLush landscapeInstalled exhaust fan
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Listed by:
Sally Moffett DiGiovanni 703-242-2244,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Bridgete Newman, 0225101277
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2054780
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attic - Access Panel, Lighting - Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Lighting - Ceiling, Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Wall sconces, Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Stall Shower
- Level: Lower
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 11
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 10
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank, Lighting - Ceiling, Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Concrete, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Lower
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 X 11
Utility room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Lower
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 9
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer, Cooktop, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Pantry, Kitchen - Galley, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Energy Efficient, Double Pane Windows, Replacement, Vinyl Clad, Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,Connecting Stairway
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,275
- Total interior livable area: 1,185 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 850
- Finished area below ground: 335
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Private, Parking Space Conveys, Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Rain Gutters, Play Area, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 2,415 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 140
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Front Yard, Rear Yard, Suburban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 14699000
- Zoning: RB
- Zoning description: Townhouse Zone
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
- Major remodel year: 2010
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Phone Connected, Cable Available, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Exterior Cameras
- Subdivision: Del Ray / Rosemont
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $591/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $736,224
- Annual tax amount: $7,705
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Two Garden Sheds " As Is", Miscellaneous Garden Tools, Yard Ornaments, Workbench In Utility Room
- Exclusions: All Staging Items, 3 Potted Pansies And Nest Cameras.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $700,000$591/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAX2054780 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Contingent | $700,000$591/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2054780 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000$591/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2054780 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2025 | Listing removed | $700,000$591/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #VAAX2048666 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2025 | Price change | $700,000-2.1%$591/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2048666 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Price change | $715,000-7.7%$603/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2048666 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000$654/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2048666 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,356 +8.5% | $736,224 +8.5% |
| 2025 | $7,705 | $678,859 |
| 2024 | $7,705 +5.1% | $678,859 +2.8% |
| 2023 | $7,334 +0% | $660,686 +0% |
| 2022 | $7,333 | $660,631 +10.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $599,766 +5.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $570,396 +4.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $544,176 |
| 2018 | $4,514 -10.8% | $544,176 +9.6% |
| 2017 | $5,058 | $496,505 +2.4% |
| 2016 | $5,058 +1.2% | $484,991 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $4,997 +4.7% | $479,131 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $4,772 +13.8% | $457,515 +6.7% |
| 2013 | $4,193 +2.4% | $428,749 +2.4% |
| 2012 | $4,094 +3.9% | $418,606 +3.9% |
| 2011 | $3,941 +4.5% | $402,924 +4.5% |
| 2010 | $3,773 +5.8% | $385,747 -2.3% |
| 2009 | $3,565 +4.1% | $394,740 -2.6% |
| 2008 | $3,425 +1.2% | $405,343 -0.6% |
| 2007 | $3,385 -2.6% | $407,872 -4.4% |
| 2006 | $3,477 -7.7% | $426,600 +21.1% |
| 2005 | $3,769 +31% | $352,200 +31% |
| 2004 | $2,876 +18.4% | $268,800 +18.4% |
| 2003 | $2,430 +33% | $227,100 +33% |
| 2002 | $1,826 +19.5% | $170,700 +19.5% |
| 2001 | $1,529 | $142,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Potomac West
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Alexandria City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: T.c. Williams
- 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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