Luxury Living on a Cul-de-Sac in Alexandria City. 5 Bedrooms | 3 Full& 1 Half Bathrooms | 3,400 sqft | Almost 0.5 Acre Welcome to this stunning, spacious home perfectly situated on a private cul-de-sac. Offering nearly 3,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this exquisite property features high-end updates, multiple entertaining areas, and a sprawling backyard oasis. Main Level Elegance: Expansive living room with a cozy gas fireplace. Formal dining room with built in bar and French doors leading to the back patio. Updated kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, quartz countertops, and an attached eating area. Kitchen is open to a warm and inviting family room with direct access to a large screened-in porch and oversized patio. Spacious primary suite on the main level with an updated en-suite bath featuring marble tile, frameless glass shower door, and quartz countertop vanity Upper Level Retreat: Three generously sized bedrooms, each with large walk-in closets. Jack-and-Jill bathroom conveniently shared between two bedrooms. Third bedroom enjoys private access to a large hall bath. Easily accessible storage in the attic dormers. Lower Level Comfort & Functionality: Walk-out lower level with an expansive family room and charming wood-burning fireplace. Dedicated bedroom/office space with an attached full bath, perfect for remote work or guests. Additional versatile room ideal for a home gym, storage, or hobby space. Spacious laundry room with ample storage capacity Outdoor Living at Its Best: Large screened-in porch for year-round enjoyment. Expansive patio overlooking a lush, fully fenced backyard. Nearly half an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds, perfect for entertaining and relaxation Don’t miss the opportunity to make this incredible house your home.
Sold for $1,450,000
$1,450,000
3517 Sterling Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304
5beds
3,328sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.46 Acres Lot
$1,466,600 Zestimate®
$436/sqft
$5,993 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,466,600
$1.36M - $1.57M
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Cozy gas fireplaceCharming wood-burning fireplaceWalk-out lower levelUpdated en-suite bathHome gymBeautifully landscaped groundsPrivate cul-de-sac
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Listed by:
Melissa Schultz 703-407-5847,
Weichert, REALTORS
Bought with:
Lilian Jorgenson
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2043110
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Den, Basement, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Bonus Room
Bedroom 1
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Features: Jack and Jill Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Basement - Finished, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
Den
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - HardWood, Formal Dining Room, Living/Dining Room Combo, Wet Bar
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop(s) - Quartz, Dining Area, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Living, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Glass Doors, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,328
- Total interior livable area: 3,328 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,328
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Stone Retaining Walls, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 25728000
- Zoning: R 20
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sterling
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $436/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,036,262
- Annual tax amount: $11,761
- Date on market: 4/4/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2025 | Sold | $1,450,000+0.1%$436/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAX2043110 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Pending sale | $1,449,000$435/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2043110 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,449,000+268.7%$435/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2043110 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/1998 | Sold | $393,000$118/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $15,410 +26.1% | $1,357,701 +26.1% |
| 2025 | $12,223 +3.9% | $1,076,887 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $11,762 +6% | $1,036,262 +3.6% |
| 2023 | $11,101 +10.6% | $1,000,094 +10.6% |
| 2022 | $10,034 -0.2% | $903,932 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $10,055 | $841,219 +4.1% |
| 2020 | -- | $807,762 +5.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $768,708 -1.9% |
| 2018 | $7,552 -9% | $783,229 -1.6% |
| 2017 | $8,298 | $795,591 |
| 2016 | $8,298 +2.4% | $795,591 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $8,106 +6% | $777,148 +6% |
| 2014 | $7,649 +6.6% | $733,367 |
| 2013 | $7,172 +1.4% | $733,367 +1.4% |
| 2012 | $7,071 +4.6% | $723,025 +4.6% |
| 2011 | $6,763 -6.7% | $691,541 -6.7% |
| 2010 | $7,251 -1.8% | $741,396 -9.4% |
| 2009 | $7,387 +4.3% | $818,104 -2.4% |
| 2008 | $7,084 +1.9% | $838,356 +0.1% |
| 2007 | $6,950 +1.8% | $837,400 |
| 2006 | $6,825 -18.6% | $837,400 +6.8% |
| 2005 | $8,388 +22.6% | $783,900 +22.6% |
| 2004 | $6,843 +8.8% | $639,500 +8.8% |
| 2003 | $6,287 +24% | $587,600 +24% |
| 2002 | $5,070 +14.7% | $473,800 +14.7% |
| 2001 | $4,420 | $413,100 |
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Neighborhood: Seminary Hill
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Douglas MacArthur Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- NAGovernor's Health Science AcademyGrades: Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Alexandria City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Douglas Macarthur
- Middle: George Washington
- 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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