Welcome Home! Over 4200 square feet on three finished levels. Lovely 4 bedroom, three full, one half bath, colonial style home in excellent condition ready for YOU. Generous sized formal living and dining rooms with custom built-in cabinetry. The heart of this home truly is the GORGEOUS, gourmet kitchen, renovated in 2015, with a large center island, an abundance of cabinetry, 5 burner gas cook top, granite countertops, sky lights, soft close cabinetry with roll out shelves, above and below cabinet lighting and so much more. Kitchen is adjacent to a supersized family room with a cozy gas fireplace and two ceiling fans. An AMAZING space to gather and to entertain. French doors open to the spacious deck overlooking a lush green rear yard. Laundry room on main level. Fabulous floorplan! Natural light throughout. The upper level boasts a true luxury primary bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, sitting room, custom walk in closet and primary bathroom. GORGEOUS primary bathroom renovated in 2013 with dual sinks, a soaking tub , walk-in shower, must see! The other 3 bedrooms are good sized and all have ceiling fans and ample closet space. Bedroom 4 has a walk in closet. The upper level hall bathroom has a tub/shower, dual sinks and was remodeled in 2016. Still more to this wonderful home! The lower level has built-in cabinetry, another full bathroom and walk up stairs to the rear yard. Mature landscaping, hardscape and underground irrigation system. Whole house hard wired speaker system is so fun. Oversized garage with shelving and cabinets. Extra refrigerator in lower level. Come live in the FABULOUS community of Richland Forest. Lovely, private view of trees from expansive deck. A few of the many upgrades: Roof 2020, with one time warranty transferable to the new owner, Gutters 2022, Carpet in Living Room and lower level 2025, Primary Bedroom Closet 2014, Washer and Dryer 2016, Garage Doors and motors 2015. Walking distance to middle school and high school. 16 minute drive to IAD, 38 to DCA. (Est) Many nearby walking paths, shopping, restaurants. HOA $82 per month. Unbeatable location with easy access to many major routes of transportation including the Silver Line Metro, Dulles Toll Road, Fairfax County Parkway and Rt 7. Minutes to Reston Town Center, Loudoun One, Dulles Town Center.
Sold for $925,000
$925,000
46865 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
4beds
3,820sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$938,200 Zestimate®
$242/sqft
$3,978 Estimated rent
Home value
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Sitting roomCozy gas fireplaceSupersized family roomLush green rear yardGranite countertopsMature landscapingCeiling fans
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Listed by:
Julie Nirschl 703-635-9446,
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Arslan Jamil, 0225207457
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VALO2090428
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Primary Bedroom - Sitting Area, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Sink, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Soaking Tub
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Chair Rail, Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace - Gas, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Double Sink, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Level: Lower
Game room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Built-in Features
- Level: Lower
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Pendants, Recessed Lighting, Granite Counters, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet, Crown Molding
- Level: Main
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat, Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Cooktop, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Water Heater, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Palladian, Skylight(s), Vinyl Clad
- Basement: Partial,Improved,Exterior Entry,Shelving,Walk-Out Access,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Glass Doors, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,255
- Total interior livable area: 3,820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,884
- Finished area below ground: 936
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Sqft: 462
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler, Chimney Cap(s)
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 013381559000
- Zoning: R4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1995
- Major remodel year: 2015
Details
- Builder model: Edwin
- Builder name: Centex
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: Richland Forest
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Common Grounds
- Services included: Trash, Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $82 monthly
- HOA name: RICHLAND FOREST
Location
- Region: Sterling
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $242/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $848,410
- Annual tax amount: $6,947
- Date on market: 3/27/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Second Refrigerator In Basement, Shelving Units In Basement, Patio Tables And 6 Chairs, Shelving Units In Garage
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2025 | Sold | $925,000-1.1%$242/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Pending sale | $935,000$245/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Contingent | $935,000$245/sqft |
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| 5/21/2025 | Price change | $935,000-0.4%$245/sqft |
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| 4/21/2025 | Price change | $939,000-1.7%$246/sqft |
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| 4/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $955,000+1.1%$250/sqft |
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| 3/30/2025 | Contingent | $945,000$247/sqft |
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| 3/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $945,000+121.1%$247/sqft |
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| 11/7/2001 | Sold | $427,500+41.2%$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/1996 | Sold | $302,725$79/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $7,151 +4.7% | $888,370 +4.7% |
| 2025 | $6,830 -1.7% | $848,410 +5.6% |
| 2024 | $6,947 +6.2% | $803,150 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $6,544 -1.4% | $747,870 +0.3% |
| 2022 | $6,637 +5.2% | $745,760 +15.8% |
| 2021 | $6,310 -1.7% | $643,880 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $6,417 | $620,010 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $6,417 0% | $610,770 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $6,418 +0.1% | $591,500 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $6,409 -3.2% | $569,670 -2.6% |
| 2016 | $6,621 | $584,920 +44.7% |
| 2015 | $6,621 +5.1% | $404,280 +7.4% |
| 2014 | $6,300 -2.8% | $376,360 -3.1% |
| 2013 | $6,484 | $388,380 |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | $505,400 -17.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $612,600 -12.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $697,300 -3.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $722,300 +28.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $562,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $562,700 +18.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $474,700 +14.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $413,600 +21.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $339,200 |
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Neighborhood: 20164
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- 6/10Dominion High SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Seneca Ridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Loudoun County 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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