$399,000
SOLD DEC 2, 2025

12253 Fort Buffalo Cir Unit 481 Fairfax, VA 22033

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,147 Sq Ft
$375/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$348 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Community Pool
  • Fairfax High Rated A-
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of December 2025

Wonderful price adjustment! Take advantage of this pricing opportunity to own in a serene condominium community in Fairfax, Virginia. This garden-level, 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit provides an open floorplan over 1,147 square feet of living space. LOW CONDO FEES! Upon entering you are greeted by a living room, with separate dining space. The fully equipped kitchen offers pass thru space continuing the open “look and feel.” A spacious primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet, prep area and en-suite bathroom with a soaking tub! W/D in unit and a large covered patio. Pet friendly community. One assigned parking space is included with plenty of unassigned guest parking spaces available. LOW CONDO FEES! Owners will LOVE the many community amenities at Fair Ridge Recreation Association ($466/year) such as an outdoor swimming pool, clubhouse, basketball court, tennis court, and playground. Fairfax Town Center is steps away with tons of shopping and entertainment options, while Fair Oaks Mall, Wegmans, Dulles International Airport, hospital/healthcare and many more are mere minutes away. This home offers so much to offer in a fantastic location- it is close to Rt. 50, I-66, Fairfax County Parkway, and public transportation. The community is also served by both the Metro and Fairfax Connector bus systems for quick trips to the Vienna Metro Station. Linden at Fair Ridge is convenient to the main campus of George Mason University and several campuses of Northern Virginia Community College. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION for the next homeowner or investor! Schedule your tour today.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Craig Mastrangelo

(703) 932-3622 craigmastrangelo@gmail.com Compass Listed on: 09/10/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Maneja Houchin

(703) 625-3166 HouchinHomes@gmail.com Samson Properties

Samson Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,493

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Assigned Parking Space

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,147 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Dining Area
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Greenbriar East Elementary School
  • Katherine Johnson Middle School
  • Fairfax High School

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0463 11 0481

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, lawn maintenance, management, reserve funds, pool(s), road maintenance, snow removal, trash, water
  • $39 Other Monthly Fees
  • Fair Ridge Recreation HOA
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Linden At Fair Ridge Condos
  • Linden At Fair Ridge Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,493

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$375 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 9/10/2025 12:00:00 AM
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Galley, Primary Bath(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1147
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1147
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 347.86
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1147
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Assigned Spaces Count: 1
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • Utilities: Electric Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 466.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 336.44
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Name: Linden at Fair Ridge
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Community Center, Jog/Walk Path, Pool - Outdoor, Tot Lots/Playground, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Reserve Funds, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • HOA Name: FAIR RIDGE RECREATION
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Other Fees: 466.00
  • Other Fees Frequency: Annually

Schools

  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: GREENBRIAR EAST
  • High School: FAIRFAX
  • Middle Or Junior School: KATHERINE JOHNSON

Lot Info

  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: 308
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Pets: Cats Ok, Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4493.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0463 11 0481
  • 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
Oct 5, 2013
Closed on
Nov 19, 2013
Sold by
Perez Jesse R A
Bought by
Cortes Hernan
Seller's Agent
Lucinda Beline
Weichert, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Craig Mastrangelo
Compass
List Price
$268,500
Sold Price
$268,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.63%
Original Mortgage
$263,636
Outstanding Balance
$197,074
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$214,775

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2011
Sold by
Boyle Patricia A
Bought by
Perez Jesse R A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
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
Warranty Deed $268,500 --
Warranty Deed $215,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $263,636 New Conventional
Previous Owner $215,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/02/2025 12/02/25 Sold $399,000 0.0% $348 / Sq Ft
11/09/2025 11/09/25 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2025 11/05/25 Price Changed $399,000 -1.2% $348 / Sq Ft
10/08/2025 10/08/25 Price Changed $404,000 -2.7% $352 / Sq Ft
09/10/2025 09/10/25 For Sale $415,000 0.0% $362 / Sq Ft
09/11/2017 09/11/17 Rented $1,700 0.0% --
09/11/2017 09/11/17 Under Contract -- -- --
09/02/2017 09/02/17 For Rent $1,700 0.0% --
12/02/2013 12/02/13 Sold $268,500 0.0% $234 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/11/2013 10/11/13 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2013 10/05/13 For Sale $268,500 -- $234 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $4,371 $388,660 $78,000 $310,660
2024 $4,371 $377,340 $75,000 $302,340
2023 $3,980 $352,650 $71,000 $281,650
2022 $3,877 $339,090 $68,000 $271,090
2021 $3,617 $308,260 $62,000 $246,260
2020 $3,317 $280,240 $56,000 $224,240
2019 $3,100 $261,910 $52,000 $209,910
2018 $2,982 $259,320 $52,000 $207,320
2017 $3,072 $264,610 $53,000 $211,610
2016 $2,920 $252,010 $50,000 $202,010
2015 $2,930 $262,510 $53,000 $209,510
2014 $2,923 $262,510 $53,000 $209,510
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAFX2264254

Bright MLS

APN: 0463-11-0481