Last Sold Price
6 beds6,155 sqft$301/sqft
8701 Standish Rd, Alexandria, VA 22308

Description

Remarkable 6 BR, 7.5 BA Plymouth Haven home custom built in 2004. Sweeping .60 acre lot extensively landscaped to create a tranquil at-home retreat. Quality craftsmanship is evident throughout 6,000+ sq. ft. of living space! Architecturally appealing, with a multi-tiered gable roof and wraparound front porch with beaded mahogany ceiling supported by double columns & solid concrete floor. Victorian-esque glass front door with side and transom windows illuminate the Brazilian hardwood floors inside....Remarkable 6 BR, 7.5 BA Plymouth Haven home custom built in 2004. Sweeping .60 acre lot extensively landscaped to create a tranquil at-home retreat. Quality craftsmanship is evident throughout 6,000+ sq. ft. of living space! Architecturally appealing, with a multi-tiered gable roof and wraparound front porch with beaded mahogany ceiling supported by double columns & solid concrete floor. Victorian-esque glass front door with side and transom windows illuminate the Brazilian hardwood floors inside. Imagine friends and family gathered around a long dining table off to the right. Greet short term visitors in the sitting area to the left. Continue into the open concept kitchen with a huge breakfast bar island where loved ones can perch on bar stools, grab a snack and share their day. Designed with special flourish, the kitchen boasts furniture grade recessed cabinets, travertine tile backsplash, granite counters and in-laid decorative porcelain floors. Amateur chefs will love the warming drawer, built-in spice nooks, sunken oil dispenser, vegetable sink, industrial exhaust hood, Thermador cooktop with 6 burners & griddle, Thermador double oven and Sub-Zero refrigerator. The adjoining great room has a cozy fireplace with a handsome stone hearth flanked by built-in shelves for displaying books, family photos & keepsakes. With an entire wall of windows, this room is flooded with natural light as the sun sets. Exit out to your private deck to host BBQs or just lounge in the sun. Open the retractable awning for shade. Your favorite room might be the sun room, where indoor plants flourish and verdant views of the backyard are enjoyed, even on cold winter days. In this comforting space, you can play cards & games and share casual meals & special memories over a bottle of wine. The fenced in backyard is truly spectacular – a gardener’s paradise. A quality-built shed holds all the tools you need to lose yourself in nature. There is a main level BR with en suite BA and a front room suitable for a home office. Upstairs, the expansive Owner’s Suite has a front facing balcony, a walk-in closet with custom closet system, a separate walk-in cedar closet. Relax in a spa-like shower with 3 shower heads & 4 body sprays with built-in steam system. Bathroom opens to a romantic deck overlooking the garden! Also, on upper floors there are 3 bedrooms each with its own full bath and walk-in closet. The laundry room is on this level with washer, gas dryer, storage cabinets and a utility sink. Incredibly, beyond this is a private apartment, with its own exit to the outside. It has a spacious living area, kitchenette,a BR and BA – ideal for an in-law or au pair suite! The lowest level offers a great play space or gaming getaway, with its own full BA for hosting sleepovers. Plenty of storage space! See Special Property Features uploaded with listing! Coveted Community Pool Membership prepaid for 2024 season to New Owner with Summer Swim Team, Tennis Lessons & Various Summer Camps! Walking distance to Waynewood ES, Sandburg MS and Fort Hunt Park Convenient commute to the Pentagon, DC and Fort Belvoir. Minutes to GW Parkway with bike/jog trail along the scenic Potomac River to historic Mount Vernon and Old Town. Abundant shopping, dining and entertainment options close by, as well as schools, parks and playgrounds. A fantastic home in an ideal location!
LISTING CLOSED: 07/15/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Dina R Gorrell • Redfin Corporation
    P: (703) 943-7676 dina.gorrell@redfin.com

Property Details for 8701 Standish Road

Status
MLS #
VAFX2178412
Days on Market
3
Taxes
$17,235 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Fee Simple
Year Built
1963
Lot Size
0.60 AC / 26,109 SF
Tax ID Number
1112 04040009
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman
Levels/Stories
3
Waterfront
No
Views
Garden/Lawn
Garage
Yes
Expected On Market Date
05-11-2024
Subdivision
PLYMOUTH HAVEN
Subdivision
PLYMOUTH HAVEN (FAIRFAX VA)
Legal Subdivision
ADDITION PLYMOUTH HAVEN
Total Parking Spaces
7
Central Air
Yes
Basement
Yes
Above Grade Finished SQFT
5,255.00
Above Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Finished SQFT
900.00
Below Grade Fin SQFT Source
Estimated
Below Grade Unfinished SQFT
444.00
Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source
Estimated
Total Below Grade SQFT
1,344.00
Total Below Grade SQFT Source
Estimated
New Construction
No
Property Condition
Excellent
Garage SQFT
713

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,749,990

Avg days on market

98

Sale-to-list ratio

91.1%

Alexandria, VA

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Location

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Building Information for 8701 Standish Road

Stories3Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.60 AC / 26,109 SF

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Property Information for 8701 Standish 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
  • 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: SANDBURG (FAIRFAX VA)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • High School: WEST POTOMAC (FAIRFAX VA)
  • HighSchoolSource: Listing Agent
  • County: FAIRFAX
Waterfront / Water Access
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
Association / Community Info
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,527,240
  • Year Assessed: 2023
  • County Tax: $16,723
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $1,014,240
  • City Town Tax: $0
  • Land Assessed Value: $513,000
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 011
  • Section: 2
  • Refuse Fee: $490
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: 130
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • School Tax: $0
  • Tax Page Number: 1112
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 5
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 5
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 5
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2004
  • Total Finished SQFT: 6,155.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 5,184.00
  • Total SQFT: 6,599.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: East
  • Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Stone, Concrete
  • Roof: Slate
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-4, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-5, 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-Upper Level 1-5, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 7
  • # Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Features: Landscaping
  • Fencing: Rear, Vinyl
  • Location Type: Suburban
  • Parcel ID: 19452996
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway - # of Spaces: 5
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Crown Moldings
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove, Oven - Wall
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Window Features: Double Pane
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es), Wrap Around
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Programmable Thermostat, Zoned, Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • 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 8701 Standish Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 15, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #VAFX2178412

$1,850,000
Jul 12, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1537018621

$1,850,000

+4.0% / yr

May 12, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #VAFX2178412

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/15/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #VAFX2178412

$1,850,000
07/12/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1537018621

$1,850,000

+4.0% / yr

05/12/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #VAFX2178412

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

Public Records for 8701 Standish Road

Taxable ValueLand$590,000Additions$1,061,640Total$1,651,640
Tax Record2025$19,703 ($1,642 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt5,184 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,184 SqFtStories2Lot Size26,109 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963ZoningR-3(RESIDENTICountyFAIRFAXAPN111-2-04-04-0009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8701 Standish 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

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8701 Standish Road, Alexandria, VA 22308
$1,850,000
6
6,155
26,109
3
2.5
1,251
31,730
$655,000
3
25,470
$712,450
5
2,388
20,158
$799,000
5
6
4,496
21,819
$810,000
4
2,591
12,334

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