7828 Southdown Road
Closed 10/13/23Virtual Tour
Closed 10/13/23Virtual Tour
Description
Sited on the most coveted street along the George Washington Parkway is this custom Mid Century Modern retreat with seasonal Potomac River Views. This European inspired residence offers a private serene environment on a 1/2 acre treed lot and is only 20 minutes to Washington DC. This custom home boasts of almost 4500 finished sq ft, an elevator, 3+ bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and an oversized 2-car garage. Over 1200 sq ft of porches with calming views and entertainment areas of patios and private decks....Sited on the most coveted street along the George Washington Parkway is this custom Mid Century Modern retreat with seasonal Potomac River Views. This European inspired residence offers a private serene environment on a 1/2 acre treed lot and is only 20 minutes to Washington DC. This custom home boasts of almost 4500 finished sq ft, an elevator, 3+ bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and an oversized 2-car garage. Over 1200 sq ft of porches with calming views and entertainment areas of patios and private decks. The architectural features converge with nature in this inspiring home so close to the nation's capitol. Custom built with concrete and hardiplank construction enduring post and beam design. The soaring ceilings and expansive windows illuminate the space, bringing the outside within. Enjoy running and biking along the Mount Vernon Trail to Old Town or George Washington's Estate. This unique home is designed for individuals seeking something out of the ordinary and those who appreciate their surroundings. It's a space where the creative mind can truly flourish and explore.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/13/2023 12:00 AM
- Listed by Phyllis G Patterson • TTR Sotheby's International RealtyP: (703) 408-4232 ppatterson@ttrsir.com
Property Details for 7828 Southdown Road
Status
MLS #
VAFX2143540
Days on Market
5
Taxes
$14,407 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1972
Lot Size
0.51 AC / 22,080 SF
County
Tax ID Number
1022 18 E
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
No
Views
Water, River, Trees/Woods
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
09-05-2023
Subdivision
WELLINGTON
Subdivision
WELLINGTON (FAIRFAX VA)
Legal Subdivision
WELLINGTON VILLA
Total Parking Spaces
6
Central Air
Yes
Basement
No
Above Grade Finished SQFT
4,595.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Above Grade Unfinished SQFT
138.00
Above Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Assessor
Total Below Grade SQFT
.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Assessor
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Very Good
Recent comparable sales
Median sold price
$1,410,000
Avg days on market
26
Sale-to-list ratio
96.1%
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Location
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Building Information for 7828 Southdown Road
Stories2Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size0.51 AC / 22,080 SF
Payment Calculator
$9,841 per month
30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest
Principal and Interest
$8,641
Property Taxes
$1,201
HOA Dues
$0
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1Property Information for 7828 Southdown Road
Location
Location
- In City Limits: No
- Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles
- School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- School District County ID: 121138392980
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- Elementary School: WAYNEWOOD (FAIRFAX VA)
- ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
- Middle Or Junior School: CARL SANDBURG (FAIRFAX VA)
- MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
- High School: WEST POTOMAC (FAIRFAX VA)
- County: FAIRFAX
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: Yes
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: Yes
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Water Body Name: Potomac river
- Water Body Type: River
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
- Distance To Body Of Water: 1.00
- Distance To Body Of Water Units: Blocks
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
- Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Assessed Value: $1,276,620
- Year Assessed: 2023
- County Tax: $13,979
- Improvement Assessed Value: $564,620
- City Town Tax: $0
- Land Assessed Value: $712,000
- Special Assessment Pymnt: Annually
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 011
- Refuse Fee: $490
- Zoning: 120
- Tax Lot: E
- School Tax: $0
- Tax Page Number: 1022
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
- Concessions: No
Rooms
Main
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 3
All Upper Levels
- # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1
- # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 1
Upper Level 1
- # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
- # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
- # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 0
- # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 0
Lower Level 1
- # Bathrooms Lower Level: 0
- # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 0
Rooms
- Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Laundry, Storage Room
- Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 17 X 12
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 2
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 17 X 11
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 3
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Length: 19.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 19 X 11
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet
Room 4
- Room Type: Foyer
- Room Level: Unspecified
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 5
- Room Type: Storage Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
- Room Type: Library
- Room Length: 12.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 12 X 10
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 7
- Room Type: Game Room
- Room Length: 20.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 20 X 12
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 8
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 10 X 10
- Room Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
Room 9
- Room Type: Breakfast Room
- Room Length: 10.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 10 X 10
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas
Room 10
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Length: 19.0
- Room Width: 11.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 19 X 11
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 11
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Length: 17.0
- Room Width: 15.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 17 X 15
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 12
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Length: 23.0
- Room Width: 19.0
- Room Level: Upper 1
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 23 X 19
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood
Room 13
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 4,595.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 6,628.00
- Total SQFT: 4,733.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Elevators Count: 1
- Construction Materials: Cedar, Concrete, HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Rubber
- Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, 2 Story Ceilings
- Flooring Type: Wood, Partially Carpeted
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Half-Upper Level 1-1
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- # Bathrooms Half: 1
- Other Structure: Shed
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Trees/Wooded, Landscaping
- Road Surface Type: Black Top
- Road Responsibility: Private
- Fencing: Board
- Location Type: River
- Parcel ID: 19443955
- Additional Parcels: No
Parking
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Off Street, Attached Garage
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Off Street - # of Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
- Garage Features: Garage - Side Entry, Inside Access, Garage Door Opener, Additional Storage Area
Interior Features
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Breakfast Area, Kitchen - Table Space, Kitchen - Gourmet, Wood Floors, Elevator, Built-Ins, Upgraded Countertops, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Cedar Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Walk-in Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 2
- Fireplace Features: Mantel(s)
- Appliances: Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven - Wall, Instant Hot Water, Exhaust Fan, Washer - Front Loading
- Accessibility Features: Elevator, Other, 32"+ wide Doors, Grab Bars Mod
- Security Features: Electric Alarm
- Door Features: Sliding Glass, French
- Window Features: Double Pane
- Laundry Type: Main Floor
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://vimeo.com/858091173?share=copy
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Porch(es), Enclosed, Balcony, Balconies- Multiple, Terrace, Wrap Around
- Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Humidifier, 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank, Natural Gas
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
- List Agent AOR: Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS
- List Agent URL: phyllispatterson.com
Property History for 7828 Southdown Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1521111651 | $1,700,000 | — |
| Oct 13, 2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1522245589 | $1,700,000 | +1.5% / yr |
| Oct 13, 2023 | Closed BRIGHT #VAFX2143540 | $1,700,000 | — |
| Sep 9, 2023 | Pending BRIGHT #VAFX2143540 | — | |
| Sep 5, 2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAFX2143540 | $1,699,000 | — |
| May 1, 2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008200160 | $1,399,900 | — |
| May 1, 2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008200160 | — | |
| Jun 10, 2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008200160 | $1,450,000 | — |
| May 15, 2006 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #195576723 | $1,312,500 | — |
| May 15, 2006 | Closed BRIGHT #VAFX307108 | $1,312,500 | — |
| Jan 30, 2006 | Pending BRIGHT #VAFX307108 | — | |
| Sep 28, 2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAFX307108 | $1,825,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1521111651 | $1,700,000 |
| 10/13/2023 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1522245589 | $1,700,000 +1.5% / yr |
| 10/13/2023 | Closed BRIGHT #VAFX2143540 | $1,700,000 |
| 09/09/2023 | Pending BRIGHT #VAFX2143540 | — |
| 09/05/2023 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAFX2143540 | $1,699,000 |
| 05/01/2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008200160 | $1,399,900 |
| 05/01/2017 | Withdrawn BRIGHT #1008200160 | — |
| 06/10/2016 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1008200160 | $1,450,000 |
| 05/15/2006 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #195576723 | $1,312,500 |
| 05/15/2006 | Closed BRIGHT #VAFX307108 | $1,312,500 |
| 01/30/2006 | Pending BRIGHT #VAFX307108 | — |
| 09/28/2005 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAFX307108 | $1,825,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 7828 Southdown Road
Taxable ValueLand$896,000Additions$678,140Total$1,574,140
Tax Record2025$18,807 ($1,567 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt4,984 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,984 SqFtStories2Lot Size22,080 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972ZoningR-2(RESIDENTICountyFAIRFAXAPN102-2-18-EFireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 7828 Southdown Road
This home is within Fairfax County Public Schools.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 6 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Waynewood Elementary School PublicPK to 6 | ||
Sandburg Middle School Public7 to 8 | ||
West Potomac High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Bryant Alternative High School Public9 to 12 |
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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Nearby home values
| Address | Sold price | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Lot (Sqft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This home: 7828 Southdown Road, Alexandria, VA 22308 | $1,700,000 | 3 | 4 | 4,595 | 22,080 |
$625,000 | 4 | 3 | – | 10,361 | |
– | 3 | 3 | 1,884 | 14,810 | |
– | – | 3 | 1,450 | 35,981 | |
– | 4 | 3 | 1,751 | 21,972 | |
$2,340,000 | 5 | 7.5 | 4,873 | 30,579 | |
$2,100,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,134 | 7,200 | |
– | – | – | – | 13,024 | |
– | – | 3.5 | 1,845 | 22,564 | |
$1,265,000 | 3 | 3 | 2,416 | 18,672 | |
– | – | – | 80 | 2,788 | |
$2,400,000 | 7 | 6 | 7,035 | 21,780 | |
$1,800,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,102 | 28,096 | |
$2,050,000 | 5 | 6 | – | 52,577 | |
$775,000 | 2 | 1 | – | 34,412 | |
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