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Sold for $1,795,000
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    531 S Lee St, Alexandria, VA 22314

    4beds
    1,836sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1800
    1,742 Square Feet Lot
    $1,948,900 Zestimate®
    $978/sqft
    $5,301 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,948,900

    $1.85M - $2.07M

    $5,301/mo

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    What's special

    Quintessential Old Town in the heart of the desirable southeast quadrant overlooking Windmill Hill Park and the Potomac River. This special home, built in 1800, has been carefully and thoughtfully updated to retain the original character while allowing for today's comfort and conveniences. Step through the front gate and enjoy the spacious front patio with park and river views. Once entering the home, you are greeted by loads of charm. The front living room features an original fireplace, built-ins, dental crown molding, original hardware, arched doorways, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout. The spacious dining room with Serena and Lily chandelier easily fits a table for six with access to the kitchen and the backyard. The kitchen is nicely appointed with inset cabinets, Viking gas range, heated stone flooring, and new farmhouse sink/faucet/cabinet hardware. At the rear of the home is a cozy sun room with a wall of windows and glass door overlooking back patio scene as well as a recently renovated powder room/laundry closet. The bedroom level features a spacious master with walk-in closet, beautiful wallpaper, custom window treatments including electric blackout shades, and views of the park and river. The full bath was recently renovated to include a new vanity, mirror, lighting, tile with heated floors, and steam shower. This level features two additional bedrooms, one with glass doors, fireplace, high ceiling, and extensive built-ins,  The bedroom level also features an additional full bath and multiple storage closets with beautiful original door hardware. The top level is a flexible space, ideal for bedroom, office, or playroom and features beautiful wood paneling and incredible river views. Quaint rear patio enhanced by brick walls, custom stone work, lighting, and fountain. Convenient rear gate entry off of back alley allows you to keep trash cans out of the way. Spacious cellar provides ample storage space for gardening tools, etc. This home offers everything an Old Town buyer could want including charm, updates and location. Come see what makes this home so special!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Chris White 703-283-9028,

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

    Bought with:

    Lilah Bross, 0225233444

    Century 21 Redwood Realty

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2033850MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 128
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Basement: Exterior Entry,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,964
    • Total interior livable area: 1,836 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,836
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Four
    • Stories: 4
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: River, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: River,Water
    Lot
    • Size: 1,742 Square Feet
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 12466000
    • Zoning: RM
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Materials
    • Brick, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Block
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1800

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Old Town Alexandria
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Alexandria

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $978/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,340,128
    • Annual tax amount: $14,131
    • Date on market: 5/21/2024
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/24/2024Sold$1,795,000$978/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2033850 Report a problem
    5/29/2024Contingent$1,795,000$978/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #VAAX2033850 Report a problem
    5/21/2024Listed for sale$1,795,000+9.1%$978/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Broker Feed #VAAX2033850 Report a problem
    11/1/2022Sold$1,645,000-0.9%$896/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2017126 Report a problem
    10/6/2022Pending sale$1,660,000$904/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2017126 Report a problem
    9/29/2022Listed for sale$1,660,000+81.4%$904/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2017126 Report a problem
    8/2/2013Sold$915,000+103.3%$498/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/2/1998Sold$450,000$245/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2026$18,500 $1,629,948
    2025$18,500 +21.6%$1,629,948 +21.6%
    2024$15,210 +2.3%$1,340,128
    2023$14,875 +10%$1,340,128 +10%
    2022$13,523 -0.8%$1,218,297 +4.7%
    2021$13,631 $1,163,434 +5.6%
    2020-- $1,101,504 +2.2%
    2019-- $1,077,762 -0.2%
    2018$11,472 +1.9%$1,079,616
    2017$11,260 $1,079,616
    2016$11,260 +3.8%$1,079,616 +3.8%
    2015$10,849 $1,040,169
    2014$10,849 -0.6%$1,040,169 -6.8%
    2013$10,913 $1,115,836
    2012$10,913 +1.7%$1,115,836 +1.7%
    2011$10,726 $1,096,751
    2010$10,726 +4.8%$1,096,751 -3.2%
    2009$10,236 +3.7%$1,133,562 -2.9%
    2008$9,866 -1.5%$1,167,618 -3.3%
    2007$10,018 +3.9%$1,206,966 +2%
    2006$9,644 -10.7%$1,183,300 +17.2%
    2005$10,800 +12.5%$1,009,300 +12.5%
    2004$9,603 +15.6%$897,500 +15.6%
    2003$8,309 +19%$776,500 +19%
    2002$6,982 +4.8%$652,500 +4.8%
    2001$6,662 $622,600
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Old Town

    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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