$1,285,000
SOLD OCT 16, 2025

1218 Kensington Rd McLean, VA 22101

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,984 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$431 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

76 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Viking Appliances
  • No HOA
  • Churchill Road Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • 3-minute walk to Kings Manor Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to this beautifully maintained all-brick residence nestled on a picturesque street in one of McLean’s most desirable neighborhoods. With nearly 3,000 square feet of finished living space, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home combines classic charm with modern updates in an unbeatable location served by top-rated schools.

Step into the sun-filled living room featuring a stunning bay window, built-in bookshelves, fireplace and abundant natural light. The adjacent dining room offers peaceful views of the flat, private backyard—perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining.

At the heart of the home is a beautiful chef’s kitchen, equipped with premium Viking appliances, a SubZero refrigerator, and direct access to the rear deck—ideal for morning coffee or evening grilling.

Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and two full baths, including an expanded primary suite with a spa-like bathroom featuring marble tile, a soaking tub, and heated floors.

The fully finished lower level is bright and open, offering incredible flexibility. It includes new floors, a huge family room with a fireplace, a full bathroom, a separate guest room, a large laundry area, and walk-out access to the backyard.

Recent updates include: 2025 New Floors in Basement, Interior Painted, Main and Upper Floors Refinished, 2016 Roof, Trex Deck, Full Bath in Basement, Kitchen Appliances, Driveaway, Bay Window in Living Room.

Situated on a generous lot with mature trees and a flat lawn, this home offers tranquility and convenience just minutes from downtown McLean, Tysons, DC, and major commuter routes. Located in the sought-after Churchill Road ES / Cooper MS / Langley HS pyramid, it’s the perfect blend of style, comfort, and location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lex Lianos

(703) 520-5279 lexlianos@weichert.com Compass License #0225186059 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Goran Maric

(703) 520-5279 goran.maric@compass.com Compass License #0225234114

Last Buyer's Agent

Christina Baldwin

(703) 266-7277 stephanie.white@compass.com Compass License #0225083935

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,679

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned 130

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Viking Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Soaking Tub

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces

Schools

  • Churchill Road Elementary School
  • Cooper Middle School
  • Langley High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Kings Manor Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 12
  • Assessor Parcel Number 0302 22D 0012

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,679

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

6,000 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 7/10/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Full
  • Total Sq Ft: 2984
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2984
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 655.24
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1984
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1000
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1000
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: CHURCHILL ROAD
  • High School: LANGLEY
  • Middle Or Junior School: COOPER

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 6000.00
  • Zoning: 130
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 13679.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0302 22D 0012
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2025
Closed on
Oct 14, 2025
Sold by
Gregorian Olga Palinkasev
Bought by
Lauf Chris M and Barboza-Lauf Sara J
Seller's Agent
Lex Lianos
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Christina Baldwin
Compass
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-4.81%
Views
206
Current Estimated Value
$1,293,880

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,880
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.72%
Original Mortgage
$1,028,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,026,875
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$269,572

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 2021
Sold by
Gregorian Raffi and Gregorian Olga Palinkasev
Bought by
Gregorian Olga Palinkasev

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$548,250
Interest Rate
9.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2010
Sold by
Coll Patricia W
Bought by
Gregorian Raffi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
4.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2001
Sold by
Green David L
Bought by
Coll Patricia W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
7.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,285,000 Westcor Land Title Insurance C
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Gift Deed -- Classic Settlements Inc
Warranty Deed $800,000 --
Warranty Deed $525,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,028,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $548,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $548,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $560,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $200,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/16/2025 10/16/25 Sold $1,285,000 -1.2% $431 / Sq Ft
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Price Changed $1,300,000 -3.7% $436 / Sq Ft
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $1,350,000 0.0% $452 / Sq Ft
05/11/2021 05/11/21 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
05/04/2021 05/04/21 For Rent $4,000 +5.3% --
05/02/2020 05/02/20 Rented $3,800 0.0% --
05/01/2020 05/01/20 Under Contract -- -- --
05/01/2020 05/01/20 For Rent $3,800 0.0% --
04/30/2020 04/30/20 Off Market $3,800 -- --
04/09/2020 04/09/20 Price Changed $3,800 -5.0% $2 / Sq Ft
01/16/2020 01/16/20 For Rent $4,000 0.0% --
09/25/2019 09/25/19 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
09/03/2019 09/03/19 For Rent $4,000 -- --
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $14,014 $1,160,220 $588,000 $572,220
2024 $14,014 $1,186,130 $628,000 $558,130
2023 $12,793 $1,111,020 $573,000 $538,020
2022 $11,355 $973,450 $458,000 $515,450
2021 $11,233 $938,790 $458,000 $480,790
2020 $10,428 $864,280 $435,000 $429,280
2019 $10,351 $857,930 $435,000 $422,930
2018 $9,540 $829,530 $422,000 $407,530
2017 $9,490 $801,540 $402,000 $399,540
2016 $9,513 $805,170 $402,000 $403,170
2015 $9,168 $804,910 $402,000 $402,910
2014 $8,610 $757,570 $383,000 $374,570
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAFX2255336

Bright MLS

APN: 0302-22D-0012

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