PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS COMING FRIDAY! A hidden gem in Alexandria! This stunning home boasts 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, an oversized double driveway, and a large quarter-acre lot that backs up to Vernon Heights Park, surrounded by trees and a serene pond. It's a private oasis, yet conveniently close to everything. Located less than a quarter mile from Rt. 1, 5 miles from the Beltway, 6 miles from Fort Belvoir, and 9.5 miles from National Harbor, this home offers the perfect balance of peace and accessibility. Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors, a gourmet kitchen with a large island, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a French door refrigerator and double oven range. The owner's bedroom features a walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom. Both bathrooms have been updated with elegant ceramic tile, new vanities, and fixtures. The roof was replaced in the last two years, and major updates in 2019 include windows, hot water heater, flooring, appliances, carpet, electrical systems, and insulation. The HVAC system has also been recently upgraded
Sold for $635,000
$635,000
8231 Central Ave, Alexandria, VA 22309
3beds
1,295sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.26 Acres Lot
$644,800 Zestimate®
$490/sqft
$3,332 Estimated rent
Home value
$644,800
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Private oasisLarge quarter-acre lotOversized double drivewayBeautiful hardwood floorsDouble oven rangeEn-suite bathroomQuartz countertops
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Listed by:
Rhonda Campbell 703-798-8973,
Samson Properties
Bought with:
Taylor Tolbert, 225245600
Pearson Smith Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAFX2227288
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Water Dispenser, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Hookup
Features
- Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Upgraded Countertops, Recessed Lighting, Primary Bath(s), Kitchen Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Dining Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,295
- Total interior livable area: 1,295 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,295
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Private, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Pond, Trees/Woods, Garden
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Private, Level, Landscaped, Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 1014 06 0015
- Zoning: 120
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Rambler
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 2019
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Agnew Farms
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $490/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $521,370
- Annual tax amount: $6,040
- Date on market: 3/14/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2025 | Sold | $635,000+0.8%$490/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAFX2227288 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2025 | Pending sale | $630,000$486/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2227288 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $630,000+37%$486/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2227288 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2019 | Sold | $460,000+0%$355/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $459,900+87.7%$355/sqft |
Source: Classic Realty, Ltd. #VAFX1065538 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2019 | Sold | $245,000$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,027 -1.8% | $521,370 -1.6% |
| 2024 | $6,136 +4% | $529,650 +1.3% |
| 2023 | $5,902 +0.3% | $523,020 +1.6% |
| 2022 | $5,887 | $514,830 +17.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $437,020 -0.4% |
| 2020 | $5,190 +14.8% | $438,560 +14.8% |
| 2019 | $4,523 +8.1% | $382,160 +8.1% |
| 2018 | $4,184 +1.3% | $353,560 -0.6% |
| 2017 | $4,130 +2.2% | $355,750 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,040 +12.2% | $348,750 +8.1% |
| 2015 | $3,600 +8.8% | $322,620 +8.6% |
| 2014 | $3,308 | $297,090 +8% |
| 2013 | -- | $275,120 |
| 2012 | -- | $275,120 +2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $267,580 -8% |
| 2010 | -- | $290,940 -9.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $320,930 -11% |
| 2008 | -- | $360,560 +10.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $325,740 +89.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $171,645 +23% |
| 2002 | -- | $139,550 |
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Neighborhood: 22309
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Woodley Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Whitman Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Mount Vernon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Fairfax 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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