NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1237 S Forest Dr Arlington, VA 22204

Columbia Forest Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $999,000 - $2,095,120

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,345 Sq Ft
$570/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 12, 2019

Last sale price $825,000 $352 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,087/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Wakefield High School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2019

2BR 1BA permitted apartment currently renting for $2300/month furnished. Tenant would like to stay longer. Rare find. Upon entering the home you notice the beautiful original parquet floors. The family room is very spacious complete with recessed lighting and an impressive stone wood burning fireplace, perfect for large gatherings or entertaining. Also, a huge picture window in the front overlooking the open yard. Throughout the home, you will notice many styles of moldings: crown, chair rail, and even all of the doors and windows are encased. The kitchen is stunning and offers modern stainless steel appliances, appealing cabinetry, and first class tile backsplash. The charming master bedroom is complete with ensuite bathroom. One-third of an acre flat lot has mature trees, a brick patio, and two sheds. *Bonus* This home has a permitted two bedroom one bath income producing apartment. Accessory dwelling was complete in 2010 & has separately metered electric & gas, sub-metered water & a great open floor plan. Convenient location close to Columbia Pike, Amazon HQ2, Rt. 7, Rt 395 and Rt 50. Minutes to DC. Bus stop close by, less than 10 minutes to Regan airport. Also New Roof 2017. New Hot Water Heater 2017

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marcia Burgos

Pearson Smith Realty LLC Listed on: 03/01/2019

Pearson Smith Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

J DWIGHT MARTIN

Town & Country Realty of Lancaster

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,800

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned R-6

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Plaster Walls
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 2,345 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Casement Windows
  • Six Panel Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Claremont Elementary School
  • Gunston Middle School
  • Wakefield High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Septic

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Columbia Forest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5O
  • Assessor Parcel Number 28-014-004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,800

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Remarks Public: 2BR 1BA permitted apartment currently renting for $2300/month furnished. Tenant would like to stay longer. Rare find. Upon entering the home you notice the beautiful original parquet floors. The family room is very spacious complete with recessed lighting and an impressive stone wood burning fireplace, perfect for large gatherings or entertaining. Also, a huge picture window in the front overlooking the open yard. Throughout the home, you will notice many styles of moldings: crown, chair rail, and even all of the doors and windows are encased. The kitchen is stunning and offers modern stainless steel appliances, appealing cabinetry, and first class tile backsplash. The charming master bedroom is complete with ensuite bathroom. One-third of an acre flat lot has mature trees, a brick patio, and two sheds. *Bonus* This home has a permitted two bedroom one bath income producing apartment. Accessory dwelling was complete in 2010 & has separately metered electric & gas, sub-metered water & a great open floor plan. Convenient location close to Columbia Pike, Amazon HQ2, Rt. 7, Rt 395 and Rt 50. Minutes to DC. Bus stop close by, less than 10 minutes to Regan airport. Also New Roof 2017. New Hot Water Heater 2017
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Stainless Steel Appliances, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer, Dryer, Icemaker, Range Hood
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Open, 2nd Kitchen, Family Room Off Kitchen, Pantry, Wainscotting
  • Window Features: Casement
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Six Panel
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Washer In Unit, Dryer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 2345
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2345
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 341.11
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2345
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 1237

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Hardiplank Type, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Refuse: 293.92
  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Radiant
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Septic
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: CLAREMONT
  • Middle School: GUNSTON
  • High School: WAKEFIELD
  • Elementary School Source: 3rd Party
  • High School Source: 3rd Party
  • Middle School Source: 3rd Party
  • School District Key: 121141631475
  • School District Source: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: CLAREMONT
  • High School: WAKEFIELD
  • Middle Or Junior School: GUNSTON

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 256000.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 420000.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 15175.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2018
  • Zoning: R-6
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10685300
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6800.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 28-014-004
  • Tax Lot: 5O
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 2345
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Close Date: 04/12/2019

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2019
Closed on
Apr 19, 2019
Sold by
Rowe Robert K and Rowe Holly H
Bought by
Gundayao Jennifer D
Seller's Agent
Marcia Burgos
Pearson Smith Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
J DWIGHT MARTIN
Town & Country Realty of Lancaster
List Price
$824,900
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.01%
Current Estimated Value
$1,336,280

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$511,280
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.85%
Original Mortgage
$826,793
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2015
Closed on
May 22, 2015
Sold by
Weaver Trustee Susan J
Bought by
Rowe Robert K
Seller's Agent
rob ferguson
RE/MAX Allegiance
Buyer's Agent
Vanessa Massaro
Wiley Real Estate
List Price
$649,900
Sold Price
$699,050
Premium/Discount to List
$49,150
7.56%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.35%
Original Mortgage
$454,350
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2005
Sold by
Wittenberg David
Bought by
Weaver Charles

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,500
Interest Rate
6.06%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gundayao Jennifer D $825,000 None Available
Rowe Robert K $699,050 --
Weaver Charles $565,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gundayao Jennifer $150,000
Open Gundayao Jenniffer D $835,143
Closed Gundayao Jennifer $834,318
Closed Gundayao Jennifer D $826,793
Previous Owner Hobbs Rowe Holly $570,000
Previous Owner Rowe Robert K $454,350
Previous Owner Weaver Charles $56,500
Previous Owner Weaver Charles $452,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/12/2019 04/12/19 Sold $825,000 +3.1% $352 / Sq Ft
03/13/2019 03/13/19 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2019 03/10/19 Price Changed $799,900 -3.0% $341 / Sq Ft
03/01/2019 03/01/19 For Sale $824,900 0.0% $352 / Sq Ft
10/28/2018 10/28/18 Rented $2,300 +2.2% --
09/21/2018 09/21/18 Price Changed $2,250 -2.2% $1 / Sq Ft
09/09/2018 09/09/18 For Rent $2,300 0.0% --
05/22/2015 05/22/15 Sold $699,050 +7.6% $434 / Sq Ft
04/22/2015 04/22/15 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2015 04/16/15 For Sale $649,900 -- $403 / 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 $9,668 $935,900 $648,200 $287,700
2024 $10,100 $977,700 $643,200 $334,500
2023 $9,714 $943,100 $643,200 $299,900
2022 $9,121 $885,500 $593,200 $292,300
2021 $8,490 $824,300 $525,000 $299,300
2020 $7,595 $740,300 $441,000 $299,300
2019 $6,758 $658,700 $441,000 $217,700
2018 $6,801 $676,000 $420,000 $256,000
2017 $5,673 $563,900 $383,300 $180,600
2016 $5,451 $550,000 $369,600 $180,400
2015 $5,282 $530,300 $369,600 $160,700
2014 $5,473 $549,500 $351,800 $197,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marcia Burgos

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Marcia Burgos

    Pearson Smith Realty LLC

    (703) 200-8617

    4 in this area

    151 Total Sales

    Marcia Burgos
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    J DWIGHT MARTIN

    Town & Country Realty of Lancaster

  • Melissa Davis

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Melissa Davis

    RE/MAX

    (571) 271-2034

    30 Total Sales

    Melissa Davis
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  • rob ferguson

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    rob ferguson

    RE/MAX

    (703) 926-6139

    227 Total Sales

    rob ferguson
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  • Vanessa Massaro

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Vanessa Massaro

    Wiley Real Estate

    (540) 920-7108

    14 Total Sales

    Vanessa Massaro
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAR138934

Bright MLS

APN: 28-014-004

Virginia Arlington County Arlington 22204 Columbia Forest

1237 S Forest Dr, Arlington, VA

This home is located at 1237 S Forest Dr, Arlington, VA 22204 since 01 March 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,336,280, approximately $569 per square foot. This property was built in 1951. 1237 S Forest Dr is a home located in Arlington County with nearby schools including Abingdon Elementary School, Kenmore Middle School, and Wakefield High School.

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