A gardener's paradise in sought-after Yates Gardens, this 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick townhome blends historic charm with modern updates. Hardwood floors, two fireplaces, and two skylights create a warm, light-filled interior. The inviting living room offers a wood-burning fireplace, detailed molding, and built-in bookshelves. Perfect for entertaining, the open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, sleek vent hood, and a breakfast bar. It flows seamlessly into a bright family room where a wall of glass doors open to the deep patio. A main-level powder room adds convenience. The lower-level recreation room with a gas fireplace, full bath, and laundry/storage room is perfect for flexible living. Outside, a brick-fenced, two-tier patio and garden, featuring mature trees and lush plantings including hostas, wild geraniums, hydrangeas, and azaleas, creates a private outdoor retreat with a large shed and new power outlets on the upper patio. Conveniently located near the Old Town waterfront, King Street shops, restaurants, and metro, this home offers Old Town living at its finest. The fireplaces convey as-is, as the owners have never used them. The total finished square footage is 1,384, including the lower-level rec room and full bath.
For sale
Price cut: $14K (8/13)
$995,000
719 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA 22314
2beds
1,384sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1941
2,180 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$719/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceWood-burning fireplaceTwo fireplacesPrivate outdoor retreatBright family roomDeep patioGranite countertops
- 104 days
- 2,314
- 118
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Listed by:
Babs Beckwith 703-627-5421,
Corcoran McEnearney 7035499292
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2060924
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Chair Rail
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 11
Family room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 X 14
Half bath
- Features: Flooring - Stone
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Granite Counters, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 X 13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Built-in Features, Chair Rail
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 X 15
Recreation room
- Features: Fireplace - Gas, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Lower
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 X 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Partially Finished,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas/Propane, Wood Burning, Mantel(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,384
- Total interior livable area: 1,384 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,037
- Finished area below ground: 347
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 2,180 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 12333000
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Yates Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $719/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,054,993
- Annual tax amount: $12,620
- Date on market: 5/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $995,000-1.4%$719/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Price change | $1,009,000-2.4%$729/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,034,000$747/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Listing removed | $1,034,000$747/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,034,000-1.4%$747/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Contingent | $1,049,000$758/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $1,049,000-1.5%$758/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,065,000+13.9%$770/sqft |
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| 4/11/2022 | Sold | $935,000+25.5%$676/sqft |
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| 4/8/2016 | Sold | $745,000$538/sqft |
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| 4/15/2013 | Sold | $745,000+6.4%$538/sqft |
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| 4/28/2008 | Sold | $700,000+14.9%$506/sqft |
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| 2/24/2005 | Sold | $609,000-21.4%$440/sqft |
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| 11/22/2004 | Sold | $775,000+181.8%$560/sqft |
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| 8/5/1999 | Sold | $275,000$199/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,974 +7.5% | $1,054,993 +7.5% |
| 2025 | $11,144 | $981,832 |
| 2024 | $11,144 +5.9% | $981,832 +3.6% |
| 2023 | $10,519 +4% | $947,649 +4% |
| 2022 | $10,111 +2.6% | $910,904 +9% |
| 2021 | $9,851 | $835,689 +2.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $816,831 +5.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $773,973 |
| 2018 | $6,927 -12% | $773,973 +3.3% |
| 2017 | $7,876 | $749,182 -0.8% |
| 2016 | $7,876 +0.5% | $755,090 +0.5% |
| 2015 | $7,835 +4.9% | $751,221 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $7,469 +15.6% | $716,082 +8.4% |
| 2013 | $6,459 | $660,446 |
| 2012 | $6,459 +4% | $660,446 +4% |
| 2011 | $6,211 -1.8% | $635,102 -1.8% |
| 2010 | $6,327 +5.4% | $646,923 -2.7% |
| 2009 | $6,002 +13.7% | $664,645 +6.4% |
| 2008 | $5,280 +5.5% | $624,890 +3.6% |
| 2007 | $5,007 -12.6% | $603,250 -14.2% |
| 2006 | $5,731 -10.6% | $703,200 +17.8% |
| 2005 | $6,407 +19.4% | $596,700 +18.9% |
| 2004 | $5,368 +9.6% | $501,700 +9.6% |
| 2003 | $4,898 +24.3% | $457,800 +24.3% |
| 2002 | $3,940 +12.3% | $368,200 +17.3% |
| 2001 | $3,510 | $313,800 |
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Neighborhood: Old Town
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Alexandria City Public Schools
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