NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1243 S Forest Dr Arlington, VA 22204

Columbia Forest Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $841,000 - $944,756

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,789 Sq Ft
$490/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 20, 2021

Last sale price $750,000 $419 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,288/month

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Rambler Architecture
  • Wakefield High School Rated A-
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2021

Beautiful spacious home on a .24 acre corner lot. The bedrooms are spacious and get lots of light, large kitchen overlooking the front and side yard. Lots of windows.  The sun rises in the back (east) and sets in the front (west facing).  Fresh paint throughout, new full bath, updated kitchen. Flagstone patio, 2-3 car driveway.  Wood burning fireplace.  Landscaping provides color and interest year-round. Flagstone patio is perfect for relaxing under the tree canopy and watching wildlife. Treed lot with plenty of shade. Minutes to the Four Mile Run creek and trail. Many mature oak trees, a Yoshino Cherry blooms early spring followed by a Kwanzan Cherry, gorgeous Sugar Maple centered in the front yard, Little Gem Magnolia, and the front entrance trellis is flanked by 2 mature Muskogee Crape Myrtles and Eden Roses. Seller has an 8k watt propane generator that can convey or purchased by buyer. HVAC autumn 2018, WH 2019, roof 2021, updated full bath 2021, generator hook up 2019. Not even a block to Wakefield HS, tennis courts, pool, and track, minutes Amazon HQ2, Skyline, Rt. 7, Rt 395, and minutes to DC. Bus stop close by. Very convenient and close to all the shopping, dining and recreation you need. Just off of the Columbia Pike corridor, Giant, Target, CVS, Whole Foods, Golds gym, Shirlington, Four Mile Run Creek, and Trail. *agent owner* Seller will provide home warranty through Old Republic.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marcia Burgos

(703) 200-8617 marcia.burgos-stone@redfin.com Pearson Smith Realty LLC Listed on: 04/09/2021

Pearson Smith Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Ben Grouby

(703) 362-2891 ben.grouby@redfin.com Redfin Corporation License #0225184763

Redfin Corporation

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,978

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 10,203 Sq Ft Lot
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced, Front and Side Yard
  • Property is zoned R-6

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Rambler Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,789 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic Fan
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Private Parking
  • On-Street Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Humidifier
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Columbia Forest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 28-014-003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,978

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main, No Stairs
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Water Heater, Humidifier
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Attic/House Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Wood Floors
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1789
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1789
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 419.17
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1789
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Street Lights
  • View: Garden/Lawn, Street, Trees/Woods
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway, Paved Driveway, Private
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 2
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • 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: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Rear
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 197900.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 482300.00
  • Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Partly Wooded, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s), Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10203.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Zoning: R-6
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10685299
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6978.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 28-014-003
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Data Updated: No
  • Tax Year: 2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2021
Closed on
Jul 20, 2021
Sold by
Stone Marcia Burgos and Stone Adam
Bought by
Bell Ava Lynette
Seller's Agent
Marcia Burgos
Pearson Smith Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ben Grouby
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.01%
Current Estimated Value
$877,189

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$127,189
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.71%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$538,696
Interest Rate
2.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$338,493

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2011
Sold by
Sessoms Donald A
Bought by
Stone Adam and Burgos Marcia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$453,212
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2007
Sold by
Newth Elys J A
Bought by
Sessoms Donald A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$463,500
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 1998
Sold by
Starr Robert Lee
Bought by
Lewis Vickie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
6.94%
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
Bell Ava Lynette $750,000 Community Land Title
Stone Adam $465,000 --
Sessoms Donald A $515,000 --
Lewis Vickie L $167,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bell Ava Lynette $600,000
Previous Owner Stone Adam $453,212
Previous Owner Sessoms Donald A $463,500
Previous Owner Lewis Vickie L $130,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/20/2021 07/20/21 Sold $750,000 0.0% $419 / Sq Ft
04/26/2021 04/26/21 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2021 04/14/21 For Sale $749,900 0.0% $419 / Sq Ft
04/09/2021 04/09/21 Off Market $750,000 -- --
04/09/2021 04/09/21 For Sale $749,900 -- $419 / 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 $8,084 $782,600 $617,900 $164,700
2024 $8,260 $799,600 $612,700 $186,900
2023 $8,197 $795,800 $612,700 $183,100
2022 $7,763 $753,700 $560,200 $193,500
2021 $7,452 $723,500 $530,000 $193,500
2020 $6,979 $680,200 $482,300 $197,900
2019 $6,598 $643,100 $445,200 $197,900
2018 $6,378 $634,000 $424,000 $210,000
2017 $5,379 $534,700 $386,900 $147,800
2016 $5,162 $520,900 $373,100 $147,800
2015 $5,140 $516,100 $373,100 $143,000
2014 $5,337 $535,800 $355,100 $180,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marcia Burgos

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Marcia Burgos

    Pearson Smith Realty LLC

    (703) 200-8617

    4 in this area

    141 Total Sales

    Marcia Burgos
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Ben Grouby

    Redfin Corporation

    Ben Grouby
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAR179290

Bright MLS

APN: 28-014-003

Virginia Arlington County Arlington 22204 Columbia Forest

1243 S Forest Dr, Arlington, VA

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