Offers due by 5pm. July 7th. Spectacular home in Tara, Arlington's premier close-in neighborhood, with one-of-a-kind curb appeal. You’ll enjoy the many fine appointments inside, the lovely gardens outside, and the unique view of the woods behind the home. As is customary throughout Tara, the home has a deep set back from the street, and features a very private and quiet back yard. But when you venture out into the neighborhood, you’ll find friendly neighbors whose company you can enjoy at annual Independence Day and holiday parties. Many are long-term residents. The home was built in 1948, and has been meticulously maintained throughout. The home features two large bedrooms upstairs, with a third bedroom on the first floor. The kitchen has been updated, with beautiful custom-made cabinets and a unique single-piece Corian counter-top. Both bathrooms have been updated as well. You’ll find crown moulding, wainscoting and chair rails in many rooms, and beautifully maintained hardwood floors throughout. There is a large paneled and carpeted rec room in the basement, with lots of entertainment possibilities. The home features a large utility/workroom, with walk-out steps to the back yard. Outside you can admire the fine details, with the copper gutters even extending to the garage. And enjoy your summer evenings in the comfortable screened-in porch, free from Virginia’s state insect. Per the assessor, the home size is 1,635 square feet above ground, and 1,017 square feet finished/unfinished below ground. A floor plan is included among the photos. The home is located very close to excellent schools – Cardinal, Swanson and Yorktown. The home is convenient to all amenities, and a short distance to the throw-back Westover shopping center.
Sold for $1,200,000
$1,200,000
5420 17th St N, Arlington, VA 22205
3beds
2,062sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
9,711 Square Feet Lot
$1,295,700 Zestimate®
$582/sqft
$4,593 Estimated rent
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alex Burrell-Hodges 703-819-1023,
Cottage Street Realty LLC
Bought with:
Tom Avent, 0225042148
RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAR2032448
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Attic
Basement
- Description: Percent Finished: 42.0
- Area: 1017
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat, Humidity Control, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Trash Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Humidifier, Ice Maker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic, Built-in Features, Chair Railings, Crown Molding, Floor Plan - Traditional, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Dry Wall
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Carpet, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Hung, Insulated Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
- Basement: Drain,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Partially Finished,Concrete,Shelving,Space For Rooms,Walk-Out Access,Workshop,Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Mantel(s), Screen
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,652
- Total interior livable area: 2,062 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,635
- Finished area below ground: 427
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Garage Faces Side, Asphalt, Detached, Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: 2+ Access Exits, Accessible Entrance, Low Pile Carpeting
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Screened, Porch, Screened Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Panel,Picket,Wood,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Street, Trees/Woods
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 70
Lot
- Size: 9,711 Square Feet
- Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Vegetation Planting
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 09028008
- Zoning: R-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Metal Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 120/240V, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Fiber Optic
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Tara
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Arlington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $582/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $967,600
- Annual tax amount: $9,966
- Date on market: 6/19/2023
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Lease Purchase,Conventional,Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/2/2023 | Sold | $1,200,000$582/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAR2032448 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2023 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$582/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAR2032448 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+33.7%$582/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAR2032448 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2019 | Listing removed | $3,250$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2019 | Price change | $3,250-7.1%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2019 | Price change | $3,500-2.8%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2018 | Listed for rent | $3,600+2.9%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2017 | Listing removed | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2017 | Sold | $897,500$435/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,533 +5.3% | $1,116,500 +5.3% |
| 2024 | $10,949 +3.7% | $1,059,900 +3.4% |
| 2023 | $10,556 +5.9% | $1,024,900 +5.9% |
| 2022 | $9,966 +9.7% | $967,600 +9.7% |
| 2021 | $9,088 +1.6% | $882,300 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $8,949 +2% | $872,200 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,771 +4.7% | $854,900 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $8,378 +2.9% | $832,800 +2.9% |
| 2017 | $8,141 +4.8% | $809,200 +3.3% |
| 2016 | $7,764 -0.5% | $783,500 0% |
| 2015 | $7,807 +2% | $783,800 +2% |
| 2014 | $7,652 +5.9% | $768,300 +7% |
| 2013 | $7,226 +3.6% | $718,300 |
| 2012 | $6,975 +3.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $6,719 | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $345,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Tara-Leeway Heights
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Cardinal Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Swanson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Yorktown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cardinal
- Middle: Swanson
- High: Yorktown
- District: Arlington 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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