Tucked within Arcturus on the Potomac—a hidden riverfront enclave just south of Old Town—824 sits gracefully on nearly a half-acre of trees and seasonal river views. Cherished by the same owners for over 50 years, this 1941 cottage is ready for its next chapter: preserve its vintage character or design the custom home of your dreams. Inside, you’ll find charming original details, including wide-plank hardwood floors and a family room wrapped in windows that create the feeling of a treehouse retreat. The detached two-car garage is a car enthusiast’s haven with high ceilings, a workshop area, and even a car lift. Behind it, a separate outbuilding offers the perfect space for a home office, studio, or gym. With its unique setting, versatile spaces, and timeless charm, this home is brimming with potential—and just waiting for someone to make it shine again. Shown by appointment only.
Sold for $999,000
$999,000
824 Arcturus On The Potomac, Alexandria, VA 22308
2beds
1,957sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
0.44 Acres Lot
$1,014,400 Zestimate®
$510/sqft
$3,995 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,014,400
$954,000 - $1.09M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pia Taylor 301-661-9974,
Compass,
Listing Team: Advisory
Bought with:
Shazza Ahsan
Pearson Smith Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAFX2266282
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Study, Office, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 3
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Foyer
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Wood Stove, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Bathroom - Stall Shower, Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Galley
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Partial,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Workshop
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,957
- Total interior livable area: 1,957 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,957
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 9
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 7
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Backs to Trees, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1022 01 0036
- Zoning: 120
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Combination
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Arcturus On The Potomac
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $510/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,039,630
- Annual tax amount: $12,628
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Negotiable,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | Sold | $999,000-9.2%$510/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #VAFX2266282 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2025 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$562/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2266282 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$562/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2266282 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,628 +28.3% | $1,039,630 +29.6% |
| 2024 | $9,845 +3.2% | $801,920 |
| 2023 | $9,540 +4.6% | $801,920 +6% |
| 2022 | $9,124 | $756,340 +14.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $662,850 +9.5% |
| 2020 | $7,534 -5.9% | $605,340 -6% |
| 2019 | $8,009 -0.1% | $644,190 -0.5% |
| 2018 | $8,016 +1.9% | $647,720 |
| 2017 | $7,865 +0.2% | $647,720 |
| 2016 | $7,849 -3.3% | $647,720 -7% |
| 2015 | $8,119 +8.5% | $696,580 +8.7% |
| 2014 | $7,481 | $640,890 -9% |
| 2013 | -- | $704,040 |
| 2012 | -- | $704,040 +7.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $653,210 |
| 2010 | -- | $653,210 -7% |
| 2009 | -- | $702,710 -6.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $752,850 |
| 2007 | -- | $752,850 +56.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $481,600 +14.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $419,600 |
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Neighborhood: 22308
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Waynewood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10Sandburg Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10West Potomac High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Carl Sandburg
- High: West Potomac
- 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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