Freshly painted with a chic, on-trend color palette, this home is filled with an abundance of natural light. The kitchen is a true showstopper, featuring newer stainless steel appliances, a new dishwasher, gas cooking, and striking granite countertops. The kitchen also boasts a new sink, backsplash, hardware, and hardwood flooring—perfect for both casual meals and entertaining. The dining room, with its gleaming hardwood floors, opens onto a newer sliding glass door leading to a charming deck and newer fully fenced backyard—ideal for outdoor relaxation. The cozy living room is highlighted by a beautifully updated fireplace with new shiplap and a mantle for added warmth and style. The spacious primary bedroom offers two large closets and an updated en-suite bath. Bedroom two has been refreshed with new luxury vinyl plank flooring and fresh paint, while the generously sized third bedroom is rare for a townhome of this caliber. Other recent improvements include fresh landscaping in the front and back, newly painted shutters, new window shades throughout, and a new backyard shed for extra storage. Enjoy the outdoors on the deck, perfect for grilling and entertaining. This home also comes with two assigned parking spots and is conveniently located near top-ranked schools, shopping, dining, and the VRE for an easy commute to DC. All that’s left is for you to turn the key and make 5888 Kara Place your new home!
Sold for $540,000
$540,000
5888 Kara Pl, Burke, VA 22015
3beds
1,276sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1972
2,600 Square Feet Lot
$558,300 Zestimate®
$423/sqft
$2,848 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Candyce Astroth 703-853-7458,
Samson Properties,
Listing Team: Perfect Choice Real Estate
Bought with:
Candyce Astroth, 0225234386
Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAFX2204480
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Foyer, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Dining Area
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,276
- Total interior livable area: 1,276 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,276
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Assigned, Parking Lot
- Details: Assigned Parking
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: Community
Lot
- Size: 2,600 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 0784 07 0106
- Zoning: 181
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Burke Station Square
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $220 quarterly
Location
- Region: Burke
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $423/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $467,780
- Annual tax amount: $5,419
- Date on market: 10/4/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/8/2024 | Sold | $540,000-1.8%$423/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAFX2204480 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2024 | Contingent | $550,000$431/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2204480 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $550,000+25%$431/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2204480 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2020 | Sold | $440,000+1.1%$345/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2020 | Pending sale | $435,000$341/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #VAFX1158818 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2020 | Listed for sale | $435,000$341/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #VAFX1158818 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2020 | Pending sale | $435,000$341/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #VAFX1158818 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $435,000+211.8%$341/sqft |
Source: Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. #VAFX1158818 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2000 | Sold | $139,500$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,790 +6.8% | $500,890 +7.1% |
| 2024 | $5,419 +0.1% | $467,780 -2.5% |
| 2023 | $5,414 +17.2% | $479,710 +18.7% |
| 2022 | $4,620 | $404,000 +4% |
| 2021 | -- | $388,520 +19.9% |
| 2020 | $3,836 | $324,090 |
| 2019 | $3,836 +2.1% | $324,090 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $3,758 +7.4% | $317,500 +5.3% |
| 2017 | $3,499 +0.2% | $301,390 |
| 2016 | $3,492 +6.8% | $301,390 +2.9% |
| 2015 | $3,268 +7.6% | $292,850 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $3,038 | $272,860 +17% |
| 2013 | -- | $233,290 -3.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $240,670 |
| 2011 | -- | $240,670 -1.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $245,030 +2.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $238,540 -26.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $322,870 -5.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $340,800 +97.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $172,785 +20.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $143,555 +23% |
| 2001 | -- | $116,710 |
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Neighborhood: 22015
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Kings Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Lake Braddock SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Kings Glen Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-6Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lake Braddock
- District: Fairfax 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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