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    3901 Colonel Ellis Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304

    4beds
    2,962sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1976
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $1,250,300 Zestimate®
    $422/sqft
    $4,712 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,250,300

    $1.19M - $1.31M

    $4,712/mo

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    What's special

    Flat lotCovered front entry
    Opportunity knocks in Seminary Ridge! Estate sale priced below market. Welcome to 3901 Colonel Ellis Avenue, a rare opportunity to acquire an expanded 2-car garage colonial on a flat lot in the highly sought-after Seminary Ridge community. Offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and nearly 3,000 finished square feet above grade (and 1,000+ sq ft in the unfinished basement) , this spacious home combines generous living areas, thoughtful updates, and timeless appeal in one of Alexandria's most desirable neighborhoods. Recent improvements include newly installed and refinished solid oak hardwood floors throughout the main level and upper levels, fresh paint throughout the interior, new light switches and outlets throughout the home, and new exterior shutters to enhance the home's classic curb appeal. Step in from the covered front entry and discover an ideal balance of formal and casual living spaces that create a home equally suited for everyday living and entertaining. A sunlit formal living room welcomes guests, while the impressive dining room, expanded by a thoughtfully designed rear addition, spans approximately 24 feet and is perfect for holiday gatherings and entertaining on any scale. The rear addition transformed the heart of the home, creating an expansive kitchen with an island, peninsula seating, abundant cabinetry, and generous prep space that is open to a casual dining area and an adjoining family room, providing the perfect setting for everyday living and entertaining. The vaulted ceiling and abundant natural light add to the open feel. Adding even more flexibility, a separate family room with a wood-burning fireplace and wet bar offers an inviting retreat that can also serve as a home office, media room, playroom, or additional gathering space. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and two full baths, including a spacious primary suite with dual vanities and ample room to customize the closet space to your needs. One secondary bedroom features direct access to the hall bath, offering "princess suite" functionality while also providing the opportunity to create a future third full bath and upper-level laundry room. The expansive 1,044-square-foot unfinished lower level offers excellent ceiling height. Whether you envision a recreation room, guest suite, home gym, or additional storage, the lower level provides exceptional flexibility and could bring the home's total finished living space to nearly 4,000 square feet. Outside, the fenced, mostly flat backyard is a rare find in Seminary Ridge, offering plenty of room for play, entertaining, gardening, or future outdoor living spaces. The attached two-car garage, along with a driveway accommodating two additional vehicles, provides ample off-street parking. Tucked just off Seminary Road, Seminary Ridge is a peaceful enclave of stately homes known for its quiet streets, strong sense of community, and exceptional convenience. The neighborhood's underground utilities and sidewalks enhance both its beauty and walkability. Residents enjoy quick access to I-395 and the Express Lanes to downtown DC, along with proximity to top public and private schools including St. Stephen's & St. Agnes, Episcopal High School, Bishop Ireton, MacArthur Elementary, and Alexandria City High School. Shopping, dining, grocery stores, fitness studios, parks, and historic Old Town Alexandria are all just minutes away. Offering generous living space today with the opportunity to create nearly 4,000 finished square feet, this is an exceptional opportunity to personalize a home with outstanding bones in one of Alexandria's most sought-after neighborhoods. Priced below market in a community where updated homes exceed $1.6 million, 3901 Colonel Ellis Avenue delivers an outstanding combo of space, flexibility, location, & value.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jamie Test 703-819-0436,

    Compass,

    Listing Team: Advisory

    Bought with:

    NON MEMBER, 0225194075

    Non Subscribing Office

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2063932MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 1044
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Lower Level, In Basement
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Full,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,006
    • Total interior livable area: 2,962 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,962

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Inside Entrance, Concrete, Attached, Driveway
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Pool features: None
    Lot
    • Size: 0.28 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade
    • Parcel number: 27024500
    • Zoning: -
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1976

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Seminary Ridge
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Alexandria

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $422/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,208,783
    • Annual tax amount: $14,302
    • Date on market: 7/10/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/10/2026Sold$1,250,000+0%$422/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2063932 Report a problem
    9/3/2026Pending sale$1,249,999$422/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2063932 Report a problem
    8/28/2026Price change$1,249,999+0%$422/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2063932 Report a problem
    7/30/2026Price change$1,249,900-3.8%$422/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2063932 Report a problem
    7/10/2026Listed for sale$1,299,9000%$439/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2063932 Report a problem
    6/24/2026Listing removed$1,299,988$439/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2060802 Report a problem
    5/28/2026Price change$1,299,988+0%$439/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2060802 Report a problem
    5/15/2026Listed for sale$1,299,900$439/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2060802 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026$13,720 +5.1%$1,208,783 +5.1%
    2025$13,051 +4.7%$1,149,884 +4.7%
    2024$12,465 +6.5%$1,098,239 +4.1%
    2023$11,709 +4.5%$1,054,835 +4.5%
    2022$11,209 -2.6%$1,009,846 +5.5%
    2021$11,503 $956,896 +3%
    2020-- $929,068 -0.6%
    2019-- $934,209 +1.9%
    2018$8,669 -10.5%$917,070 +4%
    2017$9,684 $881,679 -5%
    2016$9,684 $928,458
    2015$9,684 +6.3%$928,458 +6.3%
    2014$9,114 +11%$873,815 +4.1%
    2013$8,211 +0.6%$839,608 +0.6%
    2012$8,166 +2%$834,948 +2%
    2011$8,009 +0.4%$818,899 +0.4%
    2010$7,973 +2.7%$815,234 -5.2%
    2009$7,767 +4.7%$860,137 -2%
    2008$7,420 +1.2%$878,097 -0.6%
    2007$7,332 +3.9%$883,422 +2%
    2006$7,059 -15%$866,100 +11.6%
    2005$8,304 +12%$776,100 +12%
    2004$7,414 +15%$692,900 +15%
    2003$6,445 +18%$602,300 +18%
    2002$5,460 +12.7%$510,300 +12.7%
    2001$4,843 $452,600
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Seminary Hill

    Nearby schools

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    • 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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