7831 Southdown Road

Closed 4/7/26
Closed 4/7/26
Interior views feel like you are on a ship!
Picturesque private sunsets
Welcome to 7831 Southdown Road
Deep, private dock
Easy indoor to outdoor living
Breakfast nook perfect for morning coffee
French doors lead out to the water
Wrap-around back porch with views
Imagine waking up to this view
Solid wood double-door entry
Covered front porch
Enjoy river views from nearly every room
Formal dining room with access to balcony
Dining room
Formal living room
Enjoy movie nights with theater seats & screen
Retractable wall over mantel is perfect for a TV
Fireplaces create the perfect cozy ambiance
Two-story family room, exposed beams
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Theater seating
Kitchen full of character
Primary bedroom suite
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Balcony between the two bedrooms
Second bedroom suite with panoramic river views
One of five full baths in the home
Main level office can double as main level bed
Wet bar off main level office
One of two half baths
Exquisite details throughout the home
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Third bedroom suite with fireplace
Apartment above the garage
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Marine steel construction
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Carriage house
Carriage house with guest suite & 3-car garage
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Multiple outdoor spaces
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Detached garage and carport
Site plan shows deep dock and private boat ramp
Main level floor plan
Upper level floor plan
Last Sold Price
$5,235,000
5 beds5,744 sqft$911/sqft
7831 Southdown Rd, Alexandria, VA 22308

Description

Available for the first time in a generation, this one-of-a-kind property provides the most captivating waterfront views in the Alexandria riverfront area. Built with marine steel, brick and concrete, and 166 feet of river frontage, this 5,500 square foot house rises above the river, enabling sublime views from every corner of the land and the house. A deepwater pier with slip and two boat lifts, privacy, quality nautical elements throughout, and separate guest house bring vacation living to you...Available for the first time in a generation, this one-of-a-kind property provides the most captivating waterfront views in the Alexandria riverfront area. Built with marine steel, brick and concrete, and 166 feet of river frontage, this 5,500 square foot house rises above the river, enabling sublime views from every corner of the land and the house. A deepwater pier with slip and two boat lifts, privacy, quality nautical elements throughout, and separate guest house bring vacation living to you 365 days a year. Multiple garage and covered parking spaces, private drive and southern border abutting the wooded land of River Farm add to the ambiance. A private oasis just a 4 mile drive to Old Town via the scenic George Washington Parkway and just 10 miles to Washington DC.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/07/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Heather C Corey • TTR Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (703) 989-1183 hcorey@ttrsir.com

Property Details for 7831 Southdown Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
VAFX2289764
Days on Market
1
Taxes
$30,709 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1925
Lot Size
0.81 AC / 35,284 SF
County
Fairfax County
Tax ID Number
1022 18 0011A
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Levels/Stories
2
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Features
Boat/Launch Ramp - Private, Private Dock Site
Views
River
Garage
Yes
Subdivision
WELLINGTON VILLA
Subdivision
WELLINGTON VILLA (FAIRFAX VA)
Cross Street
East Boulevard
Legal Subdivision
WELLINGTON VILLA
Total Parking Spaces
3
Central Air
Yes
Basement
No
Above Grade Finished SQFT
5,744.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Above Grade Unfinished SQFT
98.00
Above Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT
.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Assessor
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
354.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Estimated
Total Below Grade SQFT
354.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Excellent
Garage SQFT
766
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Property Information for 7831 Southdown Road

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: No
  • Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
  • School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121138392980
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: FAIRFAX
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Access Features: Private Access
  • Water Oriented: Yes
  • Navigable Water: Yes
  • Tidal Water: Yes
  • Water Body Name: Potomac River
  • Water Body Type: River
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 166.0
  • Docks Count: 1
  • Dock Type and Features: Private
  • Dock/Slip Conveys Y/N: true
  • Dock/Slip Conveyance: Deeded
  • Slips Count: 1
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,650,720
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $540,720
  • Land Assessed Value: $2,110,000
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 4
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 4
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Maid/Guest Quarters, Media Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 28.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 23.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
  • Room Features: Balcony Access
Room 9
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bathroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bathroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 15
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 16
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 17
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 18
  • Room Type: Maid/Guest Quarters
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Width: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 19
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2002
  • Total Finished SQFT: 5,744.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Total SQFT: 6,196.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Other
  • Roof: Shake, Metal
  • Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8030/1880/8588/803018808588_512_384_WM_Rd0dMKQ-uKBS-eqd.jpg
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall, Other
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Pilings
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-4
  • # Bathrooms Full: 5
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Other Structure: 2nd Garage, Guest House
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping, Bulkheaded, Level, No Thru Street, Premium, Private, SideYard(s), Other
  • Location Type: River
  • Parcel ID: 19443967
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway, Other
  • Num of Detached Garage Spaces: 3
  • Total Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Circular Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Rear Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Bar, Built-Ins, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Intercom, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Wet/Dry Bar, Wood Floors, Additional Stairway, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Other, Wainscotting
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood
  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Intercom, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Door Features: French, Sliding Glass
  • Window Features: Bay/Bow, Double Pane
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Boat Storage, Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s)
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balconies- Multiple, Deck(s), Porch(es), Wrap Around, Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s), Radiator, Other
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: None chosen (Non-REALTOR/Stockholder)

Property History for 7831 Southdown Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 7, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1935823894

$5,235,000—
Apr 7, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1935150401

$5,235,000—
Apr 7, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #VAFX2289764

$5,235,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/07/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1935823894

$5,235,000
04/07/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1935150401

$5,235,000
04/07/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #VAFX2289764

$5,235,000

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

Public Records for 7831 Southdown Road

Taxable ValueLand$2,110,000Additions$540,720Total$2,650,720
Tax Record2025$31,252 ($2,604 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt4,032 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,032 SqFtStories2Lot Size35,284 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningR-2(RESIDENTICountyFAIRFAXAPN102-2-18-0011-AFireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 7831 Southdown Road

This home is within Fairfax County Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Waynewood Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Sandburg Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
West Potomac High School
Public - 9 to 12
Bryant Alternative High School
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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 7831 Southdown Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
$5,235,000
5
5,744
35,284
7835 Southdown Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
–
–
–
80
2,788
7823 Southdown Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
–
4
3
1,751
21,972
7821 Southdown Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
$2,100,000
3
2,134
7,200
7837 Southdown Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
–
–
3
1,450
35,981
7819 Southdown Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
$2,340,000
5
7.5
4,873
30,579

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