Tucked away at the end of a quiet street, 604 Melrose Street is one of those homes that surprises you from the moment you step inside. Set on a beautifully landscaped 10,000-square-foot lot, this classic brick Colonial offers an unexpectedly open and versatile floor plan, wonderful natural light and exceptional indoor-outdoor living—all in an incredibly convenient Alexandria location. The main level is designed with an easy circular flow, creating spaces that feel connected yet distinct. The inviting living room features hardwood floors and a wood-burning fireplace and opens to a light-filled sunroom surrounded by windows—the perfect home office, reading room or quiet retreat. At the heart of the home, the updated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, soapstone countertops, built-ins and an oversized island with seating. Just beyond, a spacious rear addition dramatically expands the living space with an open family room and dining area. Recessed lighting, bay windows and French doors fill the space with natural light while providing beautiful views and direct access to the deck and backyard. A convenient mudroom and powder room complete the main level. Upstairs are four bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet and private bath. Three additional bedrooms and a full hall bath provide plenty of room for family, guests or additional work-from-home space. The newly renovated lower level adds another layer of flexibility. Finished with tile flooring, it includes a recreation room, full bath and private guest/au pair suite with its own exterior entrance—ideal for extended stays, guests or a more independent living arrangement. And then there is the backyard. Mature trees frame the expansive lawn, creating a wonderfully private setting rarely found this close to the city. Tiered decks provide multiple areas for outdoor dining, grilling, entertaining or simply relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. With off-street parking and easy access to Metro, parks, commuter routes and the shops and restaurants of Old Town, Del Ray and Shirlington, 604 Melrose offers the best of both worlds: space and privacy at home, with everything Alexandria has to offer just minutes away.
For sale
$1,595,000
604 Melrose St, Alexandria, VA 22302
5beds
2,443sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
10,701 Square Feet Lot
$1,544,300 Zestimate®
$653/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplacePrivate bathNewly renovated lower levelRecreation roomSpacious rear additionOff-street parkingQuiet street
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Listed by:
Christine Garner 703-587-4855,
Serhant 8777374268
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2067228
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 13
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 19
Primary bathroom
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Countertop(s) - Quartz, Flooring - Stone, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Upper
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 9
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Jetted Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 7
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Ceiling
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 13
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - LED
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 15
Half bath
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Countertop(s) - Solid Surface, Flooring - HardWood, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Lighting - LED, Lighting - Ceiling, Lighting - Pendants, Recessed Lighting, Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - LED, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 X 7
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood, Fireplace - Wood Burning
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 X 23
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - LED, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 396 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 X 22
Other
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Utility room
- Features: Flooring - Concrete, Flooring - Dirt
- Level: Lower
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Casement, Double Hung, Replacement
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Partial,Finished,Heated,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,443
- Total interior livable area: 2,443 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,107
- Finished area below ground: 336
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 10,701 Square Feet
- Features: Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaped, No Thru Street, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 17120000
- Zoning: R 8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ivy Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $653/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,415,954
- Annual tax amount: $16,071
- Date on market: 10/6/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Black Top
Estimated market value
$1,544,300
$1.47M - $1.62M
$4,644/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+75.3%$653/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAX2067228 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2014 | Sold | $910,000+10.3%$372/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2011 | Sold | $825,000$338/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $16,071 +14.2% | $1,415,954 +14.2% |
| 2025 | $14,071 +6.5% | $1,239,713 +6.5% |
| 2024 | $13,214 +2.2% | $1,164,190 |
| 2023 | $12,923 +12.8% | $1,164,190 +12.8% |
| 2022 | $11,455 -1.7% | $1,031,966 +4.7% |
| 2021 | $11,658 | $985,627 +0.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $979,328 +5.6% |
| 2019 | -- | $927,738 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $7,617 -17.5% | $908,972 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $9,231 | $885,070 |
| 2016 | $9,231 -1% | $885,070 -1% |
| 2015 | $9,325 +13.8% | $894,087 +13.8% |
| 2014 | $8,198 +11.3% | $786,004 +4.4% |
| 2013 | $7,365 +3.2% | $753,038 +3.2% |
| 2012 | $7,135 +17.9% | $729,591 +17.9% |
| 2011 | $6,050 +2.3% | $618,604 +2.3% |
| 2010 | $5,915 +5.2% | $604,821 -2.8% |
| 2009 | $5,621 +1.3% | $622,483 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $5,546 -4.2% | $656,363 -5.9% |
| 2007 | $5,789 +1.8% | $697,500 |
| 2006 | $5,685 -11.5% | $697,500 +16.2% |
| 2005 | $6,423 +19.9% | $600,300 +19.9% |
| 2004 | $5,359 +7.1% | $500,800 +7.1% |
| 2003 | $5,002 +19.7% | $467,500 +19.7% |
| 2002 | $4,180 +16.6% | $390,700 +16.6% |
| 2001 | $3,587 | $335,200 |
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Neighborhood: Taylor Run
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Douglas Macarthur
- 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.
