8437 Thames Street

Closed 4/26/24

Oversized driveway with plenty of parking space

Plenty of Windows to Let in Loads of Light

Slider Leading to Oversized Screen Porch

Screen Porch Overlooking Perfectly Landscaped Lot

Very Peaceful Space to Enjoy the Birds and Nature

Walk-in Closet and Plenty of Storage in Eves

Perfect for Entertaining or Al Fresco Dining

Last Sold Price

$861,500

5 beds2 baths2,300 sqft$375/sqft

8437 Thames St, Springfield, VA 22151

Description

Fabulous Five Bedroom Three Level Cape Cod in Kings Park Neighborhood. Bright and Cheery Southern Exposure Home with Oversized Bay Windows to Let in Plenty of Light. Gleaming Just Refinished Hardwood Floors throughout Main and Upper Level. Fully Remodeled Open Eat-in Kitchen with Plenty of Cabinet and Counter Space, Recessed Lighting, Granite Counters, Pantry, Built-in Buffet and Storage Space, Brushed Nickle Fixtures, and Under Cabinet Lighting - A Chef's Dream. Plenty of Windows to let in Loads...Fabulous Five Bedroom Three Level Cape Cod in Kings Park Neighborhood. Bright and Cheery Southern Exposure Home with Oversized Bay Windows to Let in Plenty of Light. Gleaming Just Refinished Hardwood Floors throughout Main and Upper Level. Fully Remodeled Open Eat-in Kitchen with Plenty of Cabinet and Counter Space, Recessed Lighting, Granite Counters, Pantry, Built-in Buffet and Storage Space, Brushed Nickle Fixtures, and Under Cabinet Lighting - A Chef's Dream. Plenty of Windows to let in Loads of Light. Fully Remodeled Main and Upper Level Full Bath with Designer Tile and Fixtures. Freshly Painted Throughout. Large Family/Rec Room in Lower Level. Lower Level also Features a Workshop (could be converted into a home office) and Separate Laundry Room. Walk-out to Patio and Gorgeous Back Yard. Fabulous Screen Porch and Oversized Deck with Stairs Leading to Back Yard overlooking almost ½ Acre Treed Lot. Perfectly Landscaped with Raised Garden Beds, Perennials, and Mature Plants – A Gardener’s Delight! Easy Pedestrian Access to Elementary and Secondary Schools, Shopping, Public Library, Lake Accotink, and Neighborhood Pool. Close to Rolling Road VRE, Metrobus Stop with Service Direct to Pentagon, Close to I-495, Braddock Road, FFX Parkway - A Commuters Dream! Kings Park is a Sought After, Close Knit Neighborhood Where Neighbors Know Each Other. This House is Wonderful, Meticulously Maintained by Long Time Owners. Nothing Left to Do and Completely Ready to Move In.

LISTING CLOSED: 04/26/2024 12:00 AM

Listed by Susan S Metcalf • Corcoran McEnearney
P: (703)-472-6512 susan.metcalf@verizon.net

Property Details for 8437 Thames Street

Status

Closed

MLS #

VAFX2172008

Days on Market

Taxes

$7,077 / year

HOA Fees

Condo/Co-op Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Residential / Fee Simple

Year Built

1964

Lot Size

0.41 AC / 17,912 SF

County

Fairfax County

Tax ID Number

0703 04 0126

Ownership

Fee Simple

Condo Coop Association

HOA

Structure Type

Detached

Style

Cape Cod

Levels/Stories

Waterfront

Views

Trees/Woods

Garage

Subdivision

KINGS PARK

Subdivision

KINGS PARK (FAIRFAX VA)

Legal Subdivision

KINGS PARK

Total Parking Spaces

Central Air

Yes

Basement

Yes

Above Grade Finished SQFT

1,500.00

Above Grade Fin SQFT Source

Assessor

Below Grade Finished SQFT

800.00

Below Grade Fin SQFT Source

Estimated

Below Grade Unfinished SQFT

.00

Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source

Assessor

Total Below Grade SQFT

800.00

Total Below Grade SQFT Source

Estimated

New Construction

Property Condition

Excellent

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Sold By Fathom Realty

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Building Information for 8437 Thames Street

Stories3Year Built1964Building Size-Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,912 SF

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Principal and Interest

$4,379

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 8437 Thames Street

Location

In City Limits: No
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Commuter Lots less than 5 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: KINGS PARK (FAIRFAX VA)
ElementarySchoolSource: Listing Agent
Middle Or Junior School: LAKE BRADDOCK SECONDARY SCHOOL (FAIRFAX VA)
MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
High School: LAKE BRADDOCK (FAIRFAX VA)
HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
County: FAIRFAX

Waterfront / Water Access

Water View: No
Water Access: No

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

Association / Community Info

Senior Community: No

Taxes and Assessment

Tax Year: 2023
Tax Assessed Value: $627,130

Year Assessed: 2023
County Tax: $6,867
Improvement Assessed Value: $348,130
City Town Tax: $0
Land Assessed Value: $279,000
Clean Green Assessed: No
Land Use Code: 011
Section: 19
Refuse Fee: $0
Zoning: 130
Tax Lot: 126
School Tax: $0
Tax Page Number: 703
Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes

Rooms

Main

# Bedrooms Count Main Level: 2
# Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1

# Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1

All Upper Levels

# Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
# Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 1

# Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 1

Upper Level 1

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

# Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1

Rooms

Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Workshop, Bathroom 1, Screened Porch
Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1

Rooms Information

Room 1

Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Room 2

Room Type: Bathroom 1
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Soaking Tub

Room 3

Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood

Room 4

Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Upper 1

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - HardWood

Room 5

Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood

Room 6

Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Countertop(s) - Granite, Flooring - Ceramic Tile, Kitchen - Eat-in, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Lighting - Recessed, Pantry

Room 7

Room Type: Screened Porch
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes

Room 8

Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - HardWood

Room 9

Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room Level: Main

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - HardWood

Room 10

Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes
Room Features: Flooring - Engineered Wood

Room 11

Room Type: Workshop
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Room 12

Room Type: Laundry
Room Level: Lower 1

Room Exists: Yes

Building Info

Total Finished SQFT: 2,300.00
Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated

Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,500.00
Total SQFT: 2,300.00
Total SQFT Source: Estimated
Main Entrance Orientation: South
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Composite
Ext Main Mid-res: http://bright-media01.prd.brightmls.com/bright/images/0000/8029/6346/4208/802963464208_512_384_WM_Xcb-XlVQRGZQGpTY.jpg
Wall and Ceiling Types: Dry Wall
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Basement Type: Fully Finished, Connecting Stairway, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Shelving, Walkout Level, Windows, Workshop, Other
Foundation Details: Block
Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1
# Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Structure: Shed

Lot / Land Information

Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Parcel ID: 19352782

Parking

Type Of Parking: Driveway
Driveway - # of Spaces: 2

Interior Features

Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Table Space, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Fireplace: Yes

Fireplaces Count: 1
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dual Flush Toilets, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
Accessibility Features: Grab Bars Mod
Door Features: Insulated, Six Panel, Sliding Glass
Window Features: Bay/Bow, Energy Efficient, Insulated, Screens, Sliding, Vinyl Clad
Laundry Type: Basement

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Enclosed, Porch(es)

Pool: Yes - Community

Utilities

Heating: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)

Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Central
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer

Confidential Data

Listing Office

List Agent AOR: Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 8437 Thames Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Apr 26, 2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1531614162	$861,500	—
Apr 26, 2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1534067305	$861,500	—
Apr 26, 2024	Closed BRIGHT #VAFX2172008	$861,500	—
Apr 8, 2024	Pending BRIGHT #VAFX2172008		—
Apr 2, 2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAFX2172008	$796,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
04/26/2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1531614162	$861,500
04/26/2024	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1534067305	$861,500
04/26/2024	Closed BRIGHT #VAFX2172008	$861,500
04/08/2024	Pending BRIGHT #VAFX2172008	—
04/02/2024	Listed (Active) BRIGHT #VAFX2172008	$796,000

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

Public Records for 8437 Thames Street

Taxable ValueLand$314,000Additions$463,410Total$777,410

Tax Record2025$8,987 ($749 / month)

Home Facts

Beds5Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,500 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,500 SqFtStories2Lot Size17,912 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1964ZoningR-3(RESIDENTICountyFAIRFAXAPN070-3-04-0126Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8437 Thames Street

This home is within Fairfax County Public Schools.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
8/10	Kings Park Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 3	0.5 mi
8/10	Kings Glen Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	4 to 6	0.4 mi
9/10	Lake Braddock Secondary	Public - Serves this home	7 to 12	1.7 mi
NR	Kilmer Center	Public - Choice school	PK to 12	6.6 mi
NR	Key Center School	Public - Choice school	PK to 12	4.5 mi
2/10	Mountain View Alternative High School	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	10.4 mi
NR	The Dominion School	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.8 mi
NR	Holy Spirit School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
8/10	Kings Park Elementary School PublicPK to 3 Serves this home	0.5 mi
8/10	Kings Glen Elementary School Public4 to 6 Serves this home	0.4 mi
9/10	Lake Braddock Secondary Public7 to 12 Serves this home	1.7 mi
NR	Kilmer Center PublicPK to 12 Choice school	6.6 mi
NR	Key Center School PublicPK to 12 Choice school	4.5 mi
2/10	Mountain View Alternative High School Public9 to 12 Choice school	10.4 mi
NR	The Dominion School Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Holy Spirit School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.7 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)
8433 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$570,000	4	3	2,185	20,400
8438 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$774,000	6	4	2,358	10,500
8431 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$469,000	5	2	–	20,400
8452 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	–	–	3	1,200	10,776
8456 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$710,000	4	3	2,116	10,500
8445 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$675,000	4	2	1,940	16,190
8458 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	–	5	2	1,500	10,500
8447 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	–	–	3	1,590	15,273
8460 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$531,000	4	4	–	10,500
8432 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$715,000	4	4	2,676	11,053
8411 Derby Court, Springfield, VA 22151	$617,000	4	3	2,247	15,486
8412 Derby Court, Springfield, VA 22151	$441,000	4	3	2,678	36,902
8462 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$489,000	4	3	–	10,500
8425 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$535,000	4	4	–	16,249
8449 Thames Street, Springfield, VA 22151	$739,000	4	–	2,488	13,960

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