Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom 3 bath Colonial style home with a private driveway nestled on a peaceful corner lot in the sought-after Columbia Forest neighborhood of Arlington. Well maintained and tastefully enhanced, this home seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort.
Step inside to discover warm hardwood floors, elegant trim work, and sun-filled living spaces that create an inviting atmosphere throughout. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers exceptional flexibility, including a main-level bedroom and full bath. The gourmet kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, and ample prep and storage space. The spacious primary suite provides a beautifully renovated full bath. Outdoor living is just as inviting, with a charming front porch, expansive rear deck, fully fenced backyard, and storage shed.
Ideally located just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major commuter routes, with easy access to Washington, DC, this exceptional home offers the perfect balance of neighborhood tranquility and everyday convenience.
Terms
*Application Fee: $50
*Security Deposit: $5,000
*Tenants Pay All Utilities
*Pets Considered Case-by-Case
*Minimum lease term: 12-Month Lease
House for rent
$5,000/moFees may apply
5138 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204
3beds
1,742sqft
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Single family residence
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
What's special
Fully fenced backyardPrivate drivewayStorage shedSun-filled living spacesGranite countertopsPeaceful corner lotCharming front porch
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,742 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: 28015002
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Arlington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $5,000-7.4%$3/sqft |
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| 8/15/2026 | Listing removed | $914,900$525/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,400$3/sqft |
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| 7/13/2026 | Price change | $914,900-1.6%$525/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $929,900+8.1%$534/sqft |
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| 11/22/2024 | Sold | $860,000-2.3%$494/sqft |
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| 11/14/2024 | Pending sale | $879,900$505/sqft |
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| 10/25/2024 | Contingent | $879,900$505/sqft |
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| 9/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $879,900+8.6%$505/sqft |
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| 3/13/2023 | Sold | $810,000+1.3%$465/sqft |
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| 3/6/2023 | Contingent | $799,999$459/sqft |
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| 3/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $799,999-3%$459/sqft |
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| 2/24/2023 | Listing removed | $825,000$474/sqft |
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| 1/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $825,000+489.3%$474/sqft |
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| 1/1/2015 | Sold | $140,000-61.3%$80/sqft |
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| 2/12/2013 | Sold | $362,000-3.2%$208/sqft |
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| 1/2/2013 | Listed for sale | $374,000$215/sqft |
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| 7/27/2012 | Listing removed | $374,000$215/sqft |
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| 7/6/2012 | Price change | $374,000-2.9%$215/sqft |
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| 6/3/2012 | Listed for sale | $385,000+175%$221/sqft |
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| 6/28/1999 | Sold | $140,000$80/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Columbia Forest
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Abingdon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Kenmore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Wakefield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi







