Quintessential Old Town! This 1840's plaqued home blends the charm, antiquity and character with all the modern conveniences. This 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath row home has amazing outdoor space including a patio perfect for dining alfresco and entertaining. Thoughtful modifications and attention to detail and functionality have transformed this home into the perfect city home or pied a terre. Gorgeous random width pine floors on the main and upper levels, exposed brick walls, floors and archway. Entertaining is seamless: light filled rooms, open floor plan with an intimate vibe and outdoor space! The main level has a formal living room, hall closet, powder room, den with wood burning fireplace, wet bar and french doors to Georgetown patio. There is a large closet for coats and house items, new half bath with lighted mirror, Kohler pedestal sink, vent fan and LED recessed lighting. The wet bar has new cabinets, quartz counter, sink & glass shelving. The den has built-ins, wood burning fireplace with brick surround and french doors to private brick patio with planting beds and alley access to Pitt Street. The upper level has a primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings and a ladder to open LOFT! Luxury full hall bath was gutted and has an oversized shower, glass enclosure. Kohler fixtures & skylight! Spacious guest bedroom with exposed brick wall overlooks the back gardens and patio with french doors which open for fresh air! The lower level has an additional entrance from Wilkes Street to the English basement with storm door and window- both SOUTH facing. The bright kitchen has white cabinetry, granite counters and new SS appliances. New stack front load W & D have been thoughtfully tucked away in the utility closet. Open kitchen area has room for high top or cafe table, niche under stairs is perfect for a coffee bar or writing desk & work space . Intimate dining room is framed by a brick arch, brick floor and a fireplace with brick surround and mantel. Recent improvements include: recessed LED lighting, sealed exposed brick walls and floors, gutted bathrooms, powder room and wet bar. (opening walls & ceiling allowed spaces to be enlarged). Located blocks away from the Potomac River and Waterfront. Walk or ride thru the converted train tunnel to the river and Lee St park! Grocery, Firehook bakery and Balduccis are all with in blocks. Oh...and that also includes fine dining on the river, ice cream, coffe OR cocktails! Convenient to Pentagon City, Ronald Reagan Airport, and The National Harbor. Easy access to I-495, I-395, Rt. 1, Metro & Bikes paths.
Sold for $950,000
$950,000
507 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA 22314
2beds
1,368sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1840
821 Square Feet Lot
$1,025,600 Zestimate®
$694/sqft
$4,008 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,025,600
$974,000 - $1.08M
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Brick archOversized showerPrivate brick patioNew stack front loadWet barNew cabinetsBrick floor
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Listed by:
Christine Garner 703-587-4855,
Weichert, REALTORS
Bought with:
Bo-Yeon Templer, 0225015068
Avery-Hess, REALTORS
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2027486
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Loft, Other, Bathroom 1, Half Bath
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 100.0
- Area: 456
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Microwave, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Bar, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Butlers Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Efficiency, Kitchen - Table Space, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Plaster Walls, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Hung, Screens, Skylight(s), Storm Window(s), Wood Frames, Window Treatments
- Basement: Front Entrance,English,Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Mantel(s), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,368
- Total interior livable area: 1,368 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 912
- Finished area below ground: 456
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Brick
- Exterior features: Lighting, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full,Masonry/Stone,Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Courtyard, Street
Lot
- Size: 821 Square Feet
- Features: Interior Lot, Rear Yard, Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11878140
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Combination, Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1840
- Major remodel year: 2023
Details
- Builder model: PLAQUED
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old Town Alexandria
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $694/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $832,983
- Annual tax amount: $9,872
- Date on market: 9/3/2023
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Negotiable
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2024 | Sold | $950,000-2.6%$694/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAX2027486 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2024 | Contingent | $975,000$713/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2027486 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $975,000+25.8%$713/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2027486 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2021 | Sold | $775,000+3.3%$567/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2005274 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2021 | Pending sale | $750,000$548/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2005274 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $750,000+201.2%$548/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2005274 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2015 | Sold | $249,000$182/sqft |
Source:  Long & Foster Broker Feed #VAAX178162_100 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/1997 | Sold | $249,000$182/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,159 | $895,041 |
| 2025 | $10,159 +7.5% | $895,041 +7.5% |
| 2024 | $9,454 +2.3% | $832,983 |
| 2023 | $9,246 +10% | $832,983 +10% |
| 2022 | $8,406 -1.5% | $757,257 +5.6% |
| 2021 | $8,534 | $717,049 +5.2% |
| 2020 | -- | $681,880 +2.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $666,858 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $6,046 -11.2% | $652,769 |
| 2017 | $6,808 | $652,769 |
| 2016 | $6,808 +3.9% | $652,769 +3.9% |
| 2015 | $6,554 +2.1% | $628,356 +2.1% |
| 2014 | $6,417 +8.2% | $615,233 +1.4% |
| 2013 | $5,933 +6% | $606,629 +6% |
| 2012 | $5,595 | $572,108 |
| 2011 | $5,595 +7.4% | $572,108 +7.4% |
| 2010 | $5,212 +4.4% | $532,919 -3.6% |
| 2009 | $4,991 +9.2% | $552,734 +2.2% |
| 2008 | $4,571 -2% | $540,900 -3.7% |
| 2007 | $4,662 -1.2% | $561,727 -3% |
| 2006 | $4,720 -14.1% | $579,100 +12.8% |
| 2005 | $5,491 +17.5% | $513,200 +17.5% |
| 2004 | $4,674 +12.2% | $436,800 +12.2% |
| 2003 | $4,167 +16.3% | $389,400 +16.3% |
| 2002 | $3,582 +18.3% | $334,800 +18.3% |
| 2001 | $3,029 | $283,100 |
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Neighborhood: Old Town
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lyles-Crouch ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Alexandria City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lyles-crouch
- High: Alexandria City
- 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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