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Under contract
$1,300,000
3beds
2,015sqft

638 N Nelson St, Arlington, VA 22203

3beds
2,015sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1939
3,920 sqft
Permit required, off street
$645 price/sqft

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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Family Room

Kitchen

Primary Bedroom

Zillow last checked:

Listing updated:

Listed by:

Casi Carey 513-284-5396,

Property Collective 7032538505

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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: $645/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
8/3/2026Contingent$1,300,000$645/sqft
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7/9/2026Listed for sale$1,300,000$645/sqft
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4/3/2026Listing removed$4,600$2/sqft
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3/30/2026Listed for rent$4,600+7%$2/sqft
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4/3/2023Listing removed--
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3/17/2023Listed for rent$4,300+4.9%$2/sqft
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4/16/2021Listing removed--
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4/9/2021Listed for rent$4,100+22.4%$2/sqft
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6/29/2011Listing removed$3,350$2/sqft
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6/18/2011Price change$3,350-4.3%$2/sqft
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5/11/2011Price change$3,500-2.8%$2/sqft
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5/10/2011Listed for rent$3,600$2/sqft
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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

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$7,553/mo
Principal & interest
$6502
Property taxes
$1051
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Estimated market value

$1,267,500

$1.20M - $1.33M

$5,498/mo

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Neighborhood: Ashton Heights

Nearby schools

Long Branch Elementary School
Grades PK-5 • 0.8 miles
4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10
Jefferson Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 0.8 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
Student Progress Rating
4/10
Washington Liberty High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.7 miles
7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
College Readiness Rating
8/10

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