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Sold for $1,200,000
  • $1,200,000

    638 N Nelson St, Arlington, VA 22203

    3beds
    2,015sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1939
    3,920 Square Feet Lot
    $1,199,000 Zestimate®
    $596/sqft
    $4,949 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,199,000

    $1.14M - $1.26M

    $4,949/mo

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    What's special

    Attached eat-in dining roomTwo separate sitting areasCorner end unitOriginal hardwood floorsWraparound covered porchWasher and dryerArched doorways
    Rare corner end unit Side-by-Side in Ashton Heights, Arlington, VA 22203. Brick, built 1939 and expanded with a rear addition, approximately 2,050 sqft finished on three levels. A wraparound covered porch welcomes you to the home. The main level features an open kitchen with a gas range, an attached eat-in dining room, two separate sitting areas, skylights, original hardwood floors, and arched doorways. Upstairs holds three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a primary with extra built-in storage. Three full bathrooms and a powder room total, with brand new mini-split zones layered over central A/C and forced-air gas heat. The finished basement adds a flex room, full bath, washer and dryer, and walk-up exterior access. Andersen sliders open to a side patio, and a maintenance-free fence frames the side yard, easy to enclose into a private backyard. Two rare off-street parking spaces and a detached shed with some yard space finish the features of the home. Two blocks to Virginia Square Metro on the Orange and Silver Lines, with a short walk to Ballston Metro and the Custis Trail nearby for running and biking. Gumball Park sits steps from the door. Arlington Arts Center, neighborhood tennis courts, and gyms are all nearby. The active Ashton Heights Civic Association and walkable streets connect to shops, coffee, and restaurants in Clarendon and Ballston. Quick access to the Pentagon, Amazon HQ2, downtown DC, and Reagan National Airport (DCA). Long Branch Elementary, Jefferson Middle, and Washington-Liberty High School serve the address. Ashton Heights, Arlington, VA 22203. HVAC 2026. Water heater 2025.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Casi Carey 513-284-5396,

    Property Collective

    Bought with:

    Amy Faulconer, 0225207918

    Pearson Smith Realty, LLC

    Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAR2074810MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Basement
    • Area: 503
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
    • Basement: Combination,Full,Heated,Improved,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,015
    • Total interior livable area: 2,015 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,512
    • Finished area below ground: 503

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Permit Required, Off Street
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: None
    Features
    • Levels: Three
    • Stories: 3
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Panel
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden
    Lot
    • Size: 3,920 Square Feet
    Details
    • Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    • Parcel number: 20006010
    • Zoning: R2-7
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Slab
    Condition
    • Very Good
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1939

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Natural Gas Available, Fiber Optic

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Kenmore
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Arlington

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $596/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $926,000
    • Annual tax amount: $9,229
    • Date on market: 7/9/2026
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan,Other
    • Inclusions: Ikea Shelves In The Basement
    • Exclusions: Elfa Shelving & Items In The Attic, Manual Push Lawnmower
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Road surface type: Black Top, Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/8/2026Sold$1,200,000-7.7%$596/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAR2074810 Report a problem
    8/3/2026Contingent$1,300,000$645/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAR2074810 Report a problem
    7/9/2026Listed for sale$1,300,000$645/sqft
    Source: Bright MLS #VAAR2074810 Report a problem
    4/3/2026Listing removed$4,600$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/30/2026Listed for rent$4,600+7%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    4/3/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/17/2023Listed for rent$4,300+4.9%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    4/16/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    4/9/2021Listed for rent$4,100+22.4%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    6/29/2011Listing removed$3,350$2/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #AR7597611 Report a problem
    6/18/2011Price change$3,350-4.3%$2/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #AR7597611 Report a problem
    5/11/2011Price change$3,500-2.8%$2/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #AR7597611 Report a problem
    5/10/2011Listed for rent$3,600$2/sqft
    Source: Long & Foster Real Estate #AR7597611 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,229 +3.5%$893,400 +3.5%
    2024$8,913 +1%$862,800 +0.7%
    2023$8,823 +2.4%$856,600 +2.4%
    2022$8,617 +6.9%$836,600 +6.9%
    2021$8,062 +6.5%$782,700 +6.1%
    2020$7,571 +3.6%$737,900 +3.6%
    2019$7,309 +2.2%$712,400 +0.2%
    2018$7,152 +6.1%$710,900 +6.1%
    2017$6,741 +6.8%$670,100 +5.2%
    2016$6,311 +4.9%$636,800 +5.4%
    2015$6,018 +4.1%$604,200 +4.1%
    2014$5,782 +1.3%$580,500 +2.3%
    2013$5,709 +13.7%$567,500
    2012$5,023 +4.6%--
    2011$4,801 --
    2009-- --
    2008-- --
    2007-- --
    2006-- --
    2005-- --
    2004-- --
    2003-- --
    2002-- --
    2001-- $190,300
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Ashton Heights

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Long Branch
    • Middle: Jefferson
    • High: Washington-liberty
    • 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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