Exceptionally Charming Cape Cod in Arlington’s Barcroft Neighborhood! This delightful three-bedroom, two-bath home is nestled in a lush garden setting surrounded by mature landscaping in an absolute dream locale offering a serene atmosphere while being conveniently close to parks, shopping, dining, major commuter routes, and Washington, D.C. Inside, the home boasts timeless charm and modern updates. The gleaming hardwood floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and classic brick construction enhance its character. The reconfigured floor plan creates an open and airy feel while maintaining the home’s original appeal. The main level features a welcoming living room complete with oversized front window with views of the front gardens and an exposed staircase that adds to the home’s character. The expanded chef’s kitchen seamlessly adjoins the breakfast area. A full dining room (previously the 4th bedroom) is adjacent to this area as well, providing an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining. This level includes a main level bedroom and a remodeled full bath, adding convenience and flexibility. The upper level offers two spacious bedrooms, each featuring charming dormered windows and playful shed dormer rooflines. An updated full bath completes this level, offering modern fixtures and finishes while preserving the home’s classic charm. On the lower level you will find a partially finished rumpus room, making it the perfect space for gaming, TV watching, or simply relaxing. A large utility room provides ample storage space, a full-size washer and dryer, and a handy exterior entrance for added accessibility. The home also boasts a new hot water heater and a young HVAC system, ensuring comfort and efficiency. Don't miss the Andersen replacement windows. Outside, the lush landscaping and mature gardens create a peaceful retreat. The patio serves as the perfect space for outdoor dining and entertaining. The property also includes an off-street driveway for convenient parking. Enjoy easy access to the W&OD Trail (just one block away) and Glencarlyn Park as well. This home is a rare find, combining timeless charm, modern functionality, and an unbeatable location.
Sold for $925,000
$925,000
701 S Buchanan St, Arlington, VA 22204
3beds
1,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,865 Square Feet Lot
$932,200 Zestimate®
$544/sqft
$3,886 Estimated rent
Home value
$932,200
$867,000 - $1.01M
$3,886/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$3,886/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$3,886/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$5,735/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$5,735/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Cozy wood-burning fireplaceClassic brick constructionPartially finished rumpus roomOff-street drivewayLush landscapingOpen and airy feelMature landscaping
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Lloyd 703-593-3204,
Weichert, REALTORS,
Co-Listing Agent: Suzanne Sykes 703-725-3014,
Weichert, REALTORS
Bought with:
Preston Johns, 0225268753
Pearson Smith Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAR2053700
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, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Pendants
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendants
- Level: Main
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Flooring - HardWood, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Laundry
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Lower
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring - Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 17
Utility room
- Features: Built-in Features, Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Lower
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer In Unit, Has Laundry, Lower Level, Washer In Unit, Laundry Room
Features
- Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Casement, Double Pane Windows, Replacement
- Basement: Connecting Stairway,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Mantel(s), Wood Burning, Glass Doors
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,350
- Finished area below ground: 350
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Street Lights
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 7,865 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Rear Yard, SideYard(s), Corner Lot, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 23024002
- Zoning: R-6
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Barcroft
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Arlington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $544/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $837,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,553
- Date on market: 3/6/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2025 | Sold | $925,000-1.1%$544/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAAR2053700 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2025 | Contingent | $935,000$550/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAR2053700 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $935,000+13.3%$550/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAAR2053700 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,700+2.8%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,600$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2020 | Sold | $825,000+7.9%$485/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,600$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2020 | Pending sale | $764,900$450/sqft |
Source: Compass #VAAR170590 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $764,900+37.1%$450/sqft |
Source: Compass #VAAR170590 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2011 | Sold | $558,000-2.1%$328/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2011 | Price change | $569,900-2.6%$335/sqft |
Source: Weichert Realtors #AR7703679 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2011 | Listed for sale | $585,000$344/sqft |
Source: Weichert Realtors #AR7703679 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,653 +1.2% | $837,700 +1.2% |
| 2024 | $8,553 +1.2% | $828,000 +0.9% |
| 2023 | $8,454 +4% | $820,800 +4% |
| 2022 | $8,128 +7.2% | $789,100 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $7,585 +16.6% | $736,400 +16.2% |
| 2020 | $6,505 +6.3% | $634,000 +6.3% |
| 2019 | $6,120 +3.6% | $596,500 +1.5% |
| 2018 | $5,909 +6.3% | $587,400 +6.3% |
| 2017 | $5,557 +2.1% | $552,400 +0.6% |
| 2016 | $5,442 +1% | $549,100 +1.6% |
| 2015 | $5,385 +7.5% | $540,700 +7.5% |
| 2014 | $5,008 -2.4% | $502,800 -1.4% |
| 2013 | $5,131 +13.6% | $510,000 |
| 2012 | $4,516 +1.7% | -- |
| 2011 | $4,440 | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $209,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Barcroft
Nearby homes
- $921,3006 bd3 ba2k sqft4714 7th St S, Arlington, VA 22204Off Market
- $765,0004 bd3 ba1.6k sqft711 S Buchanan St, Arlington, VA 22204Sold
- $906,1673 bd2 ba1.5k sqft4717 7th St S, Arlington, VA 22204Sold
- $790,7003 bd2 ba1k sqft4710 7th St S, Arlington, VA 22204Off Market
- $752,5002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft4715 8th St S, Arlington, VA 22204Off Market
- $1,261,5004 bd3 ba2.4k sqft4709 8th St S, Arlington, VA 22204Off Market
- $955,0003 bd2 ba2.6k sqft4709 7th St S, Arlington, VA 22204Sold
- $677,4002 bd2 ba768 sqft4706 7th St S, Arlington, VA 22204Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Barcroft Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Kenmore Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 4/10Wakefield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barcroft
- Middle: Kenmore
- High: Wakefield
- 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.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$932,200
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$932,200
- Virginia
- Arlington County
- Arlington
- 22204
- Barcroft
- 701 S Buchanan St
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other Arlington Topics
