5608 5th Road South

Closed 9/3/10

Last Sold Price

$570,000

4 beds2 baths

5608 5th Rd S, Arlington, VA 22204

Description

Stunning home in historic Arl. neighborhood. Minutes to Ballston Metro, Glencarlyn Park and shopping. Beautifully updated, new paint, renovated bathrooms w/ custom tile and jetted tub. Hardwoods throughout. Immaculately landscaped lawn w/ newly finished deck, sun-room. Finished bsmnt w/fam room, study and multi-use room w/custom full bath. Tnklss wtr heatr. 125k+ in reno.over last 10 yrs.Stunning home in historic Arl. neighborhood. Minutes to Ballston Metro, Glencarlyn Park and shopping. Beautifully updated, new paint, renovated bathrooms w/ custom tile and jetted tub. Hardwoods throughout. Immaculately landscaped lawn w/ newly finished deck, sun-room. Finished bsmnt w/fam room, study and multi-use room w/custom full bath. Tnklss wtr heatr. 125k+ in reno.over last 10 yrs.

LISTING CLOSED: 09/03/2010 12:00 AM

Listed by David W Maier • RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.
P: (703) 317-7840 david@finemetrohomes.com
Listed by Anh-thu T Vu • RE/MAX Distinctive
P: (703) 798-7368 ithuvu@gmail.com

Property Details for 5608 5th Road South

Status

Closed

MLS #

1001556143

Days on Market

Taxes

$5,056 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1950

Lot Size

0.14 AC / 6,041 SF

County

Arlington County

Tax ID Number

21-028-045

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

Colonial

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

Garage

Subdivision

GLENCARLYN

Subdivision

GLENCARLYN (ARLINGTON VA)

Central Air

Yes

Basement

Yes

New Construction

Property Condition

Very Good

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$800,000

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

96.4%

1/66

$600,000

Sold 09/20/24

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,210
Square Feet: 0.27
Acres

4928 14th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204

1/47

$675,000

Sold 07/17/26

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,579
Square Feet: 0.12
Acres

2024 South Nelson Street, Arlington, VA 22204

1/7

$625,000

Sold 06/02/26

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,624
Square Feet: 0.10
Acres

1607 13th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204

1/35

$800,000

Sold 07/11/25

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,780
Square Feet: 0.16
Acres

1305 South Buchanan Street, Arlington, VA 22204

1/61

$1,015,000

Sold 04/30/26

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,900
Square Feet: 0.14
Acres

5723 4th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204

1/90

$1,115,000

Sold 08/11/26

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2,213
Square Feet: 0.14
Acres

4843 Arlington Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203

1/48

$845,000

Sold 07/29/25

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,823
Square Feet: 0.14
Acres

4752 6th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204

1/53

$872,000

Sold 08/20/26

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,588
Square Feet: 0.16
Acres

227 North Edison Street, Arlington, VA 22203

1/35

$785,000

Sold 07/18/25

4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1,744
Square Feet: 0.15
Acres

3912 13th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204

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Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

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Building Information for 5608 5th Road South

Stories2Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,041 SF

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Principal and Interest

$2,897

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 5608 5th Road South

Location

County: ARLINGTON

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

Water Oriented: No
Navigable Water: No
Tidal Water: No
Riparian Rights Y/N: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2010
Tax Assessed Value: $493,800

Year Assessed: 2010
County Tax: $4,666
Improvement Assessed Value: $123,800
Land Assessed Value: $370,000
Special Assessment Pymnt: Annually
Refuse Fee: $326
Zoning: R-6
Tax Lot: 7

Lease Information

Concessions: No
Concessions Amount: $0

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0

Upper Level 1

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 0
# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0

# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0

Upper Level 2

# Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 0
# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0

# Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0

Lower Level 1

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Lower Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
# Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0

Lower Level 2

# Bedrooms Lower Level: 0
# Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 0

# Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Study
Stories: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2

Building Info

Year Major Reno Remodel: 2000
Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,242.00

Total Finished SQFT Units: Square Feet
Construction Materials: Brick, Combination
Roof: Asphalt
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/3012/5480/7899/301254807899_512_384_WM_M18GW4zxSb6gkgDr.jpg
Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
# Bathrooms Half: 0
Property Attached Y/N: false

Lot / Land Information

Lot Features: Landscaping
Lot Size Area: 6,041.00

Fencing: Rear
Sign On Property: Yes
Parcel ID: 10684527

Parking

Type Of Parking: Driveway
Parking Features: Concrete Driveway

Interior Features

Interior Features: Combination Kitchen/Living, Primary Bath(s)
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Appliances: Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Microwave, Oven - Single, Range Hood, Stove, Washer - Front Loading
Accessibility Features: None
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: http://www.realestateshows.com/show.php?mls=basic&id=513602&resize=1&ref=4

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Play Area
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Screened, Porch(es)

Pool: No Pool
Pool Private: No

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling: Yes

Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS
List Agent URL: www.DavidSellsProperties.com

Property History for 5608 5th Road South

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Sep 3, 2010	Closed BRIGHT #1001556143	$570,000	—
Aug 31, 2010	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #295439973	$570,000	—
Aug 3, 2010	Pending BRIGHT #1001556143		—
Jul 23, 2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001556143	$599,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
09/03/2010	Closed BRIGHT #1001556143	$570,000
08/31/2010	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #295439973	$570,000
08/03/2010	Pending BRIGHT #1001556143	—
07/23/2010	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001556143	$599,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5608 5th Road South

Taxable ValueLand$637,400Additions$276,000Total$913,400

Tax Record2026$9,618 ($802 / month)

Home Facts

Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt4,594 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,539 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,055 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,041 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980Year Renovated1990ZoningR-6CountyARLINGTONAPN21-028-045

Schools near 5608 5th Road South

This home is within Arlington County Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
1/10	Carlin Springs Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 5	0.4 mi
5/10	Kenmore Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.4 mi
7/10	Washington Liberty High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	2.0 mi
9/10	Montessori Public School of Arlington	Public - Choice school	PK to 5	1.9 mi
8/10	Escuela Key Elementary	Public - Choice school	PK to 5	1.3 mi
1/10	Arlington Mill High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	1.5 mi
NR	Khadijah Academy	Private - Nearby school	PK to 12	0.8 mi
NR	Fairfax-Brewster School	Private - Nearby school	K to 6	0.6 mi


Rating	School	Distance
1/10	Carlin Springs Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Serves this home	0.4 mi
5/10	Kenmore Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.4 mi
7/10	Washington Liberty High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	2.0 mi
9/10	Montessori Public School of Arlington PublicPK to 5 Choice school	1.9 mi
8/10	Escuela Key Elementary PublicPK to 5 Choice school	1.3 mi
1/10	Arlington Mill High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	1.5 mi
NR	Khadijah Academy PrivatePK to 12 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Fairfax-Brewster School PrivateK to 6 Nearby school	0.6 mi

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 5608 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$570,000	4	2	–	6,041
5612 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$595,000	3	2	2,258	6,062
5604 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$550,000	3	2	–	6,103
5609 6th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204	–	3	1.5	2,984	6,036
5605 6th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204	$600,000	3	2	–	6,099
5609 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$600,000	2	1	3,504	6,000
5605 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$815,000	3	4	2,673	6,000
5616 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	–	2	2	2,908	6,078
5600 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$750,000	3	2	1,296	6,192
5613 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$830,000	3	2	2,070	6,550
5601 6th Street South, Arlington, VA 22204	$1,100,000	4	4.5	4,781	6,009
5617 5th Road South, Arlington, VA 22204	$805,000	3	2	1,242	6,550
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