RENTED AUG 8, 2025

1636 Preston Rd Unit 809 Alexandria, VA 22302

North Ridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $398,000 - $422,840

2 Beds
1 Bath
930 Sq Ft
$443/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 01, 2021

Last sale price $363,500 $391 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,535/month

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Garden View
  • Tennis Courts
  • Wood Flooring
  • Community Pool
  • Community Center

About This Home

As of August 2025

Cute 2 bedroom, 1 Bath townhouse in the leafy and sought after Parkfairfax. Lots of privacy in the front, sunny courtyard and a terrific panoramic view in the back. Off street parking is also available. Loads of picture windows on both levels to let the light in. As soon as you step inside you will see the beautiful updated cherry hardwoods, which are throughout the entire home. The Kitchen has been recently updated with granite countertops. You will also enjoy the courtyard view from your kitchen window. The bathroom has been recently renovated. The living space is open and large. The 2 bedrooms upstairs have ample closet space. Stackable washer and dryer are included as well. You are a 1 minute walk to one of the 3 pools. Other amenities include tennis courts, gym, tot lot. You are about a 15 minute walk to the shops, restaurants, AMC Theater, Harris Teeter, Walgreens, and award winning Signature Theatre in Shirlington Village. The DASH and Metro bus stop is a short walk away, and then a quick ride to Old Town and the Pentagon Metro to name just a couple of the convenient destinations. You are also 10 minutes or less via I395 N to the new Amazon HQ, Pentagon City Mall, and downtown DC. Parkfairfax has lots of beautiful grounds for walking and bicycling.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Frances Heatherman

(540) 628-2226 frances@heathermanhomes.com Heatherman Homes, LLC. Listed on: 06/06/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Carter Hagen

(703) 399-6617 carter.hagen@gmail.com Beltran & Associates Realty LLC

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,411

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • Property is in good condition

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Garden
  • Courtyard

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 930 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Residential Lease
  • Security Deposit $2,600
  • $250 Move-In Fee
  • Tenant pays for all utilities, pest control, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, frozen waterpipe damage
  • Rent includes trash removal, water
  • No Smoking Allowed
  • 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term
  • Available 6/6/25
  • $50 Application Fee
  • Assessor Parcel Number 50280490

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include common area maintenance, lawn maintenance, management, pool(s), reserve funds, snow removal, trash
  • Parkfairfax Community
  • Parkfairfax Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Basketball Court
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
  • Pet Deposit $350

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,411

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Date Available: 2025-06-06
  • Application Fee: 50.00
  • Pet Deposit: 350.00
  • Pets: Case By Case Basis
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Rent Includes: Trash Removal, Water
  • Security Deposit: 2600.00
  • Smoking Allowed Yn: No
  • Tenant Pays: Utilities - All, Pest Control, Light Bulbs/Filters/Fuses/Alarm Care, Frozen Waterpipe Damage
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Max Lease in Months: 36
  • Min Lease in Months: 12
  • Move In Fee: 250.00
  • Rent Spree Online Application: No

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 930
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 930
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 2.69
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 930
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Masonry
  • View: Courtyard, Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Basketball Courts, Common Grounds, Community Center, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Property Condition: Good
  • Zoning: RB

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 50280490

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 30, 2020
Closed on
Apr 1, 2021
Sold by
Lyle Carolyn N and Lyle David H
Bought by
Opferman Alexis Elise Clancy
Seller's Agent
Terry Rader
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kyle Holloran
Keller Williams Fairfax Gateway
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$363,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,500
-0.41%
Current Estimated Value
$411,613

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$48,113
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.70%
Original Mortgage
$371,860
Outstanding Balance
$334,655
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$76,958

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2019
Closed on
Aug 28, 2019
Sold by
Nicholson Christopher G and Nicholson Hugh
Bought by
Lyle Carolyn N and Lyle David H
Seller's Agent
Michael Webb
RE/MAX Allegiance
Buyer's Agent
Terry Rader
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$359,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.79%
Original Mortgage
$269,250
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 8, 2013
Closed on
Jul 25, 2013
Sold by
Manown James D
Bought by
Nicholson Hugh
Seller's Agent
Rita Tassa
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Laura McAuley
Pearson Smith Realty, LLC
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-6.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.16%
Original Mortgage
$208,000
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1997
Sold by
Washington Lawrence T and Washington Evelyn C
Bought by
Manown James D and Manown Jennifer H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,600
Interest Rate
7.79%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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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
Opferman Alexis Elise Clancy $363,500 Attorney
Lyle Carolyn N $359,000 Title Resource Guaranty Co
Nicholson Hugh $280,000 --
Manown James D $81,000 Island Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Opferman Alexis Elise Clancy $371,860
Previous Owner Lyle Carolyn N $269,250
Previous Owner Nicholson Hugh $208,000
Previous Owner Manown James D $78,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Under Contract -- -- --
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Price Changed $2,500 -3.8% $3 / Sq Ft
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Price Changed $2,600 -7.1% $3 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Rent $2,800 0.0% --
04/01/2021 04/01/21 Sold $363,500 +1.0% $391 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/02/2021 02/02/21 Price Changed $360,000 -1.4% $387 / Sq Ft
11/30/2020 11/30/20 For Sale $365,000 +1.7% $392 / Sq Ft
08/28/2019 08/28/19 Sold $359,000 0.0% $386 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/06/2019 07/06/19 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2019 06/20/19 For Sale $359,000 +28.2% $386 / Sq Ft
07/25/2013 07/25/13 Sold $280,000 -6.6% $301 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/11/2013 06/11/13 Pending -- -- --
06/08/2013 06/08/13 For Sale $299,900 -- $322 / 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 $4,411 $426,811 $136,842 $289,969
2024 $4,411 $380,811 $130,325 $250,486
2023 $4,185 $377,041 $129,035 $248,006
2022 $4,103 $369,649 $126,505 $243,144
2021 $4,234 $381,442 $123,994 $257,448
2020 $3,958 $346,766 $112,722 $234,044
2019 $3,697 $327,137 $106,341 $220,796
2018 $3,589 $317,609 $103,244 $214,365
2017 $3,487 $308,566 $100,445 $208,121
2016 $3,380 $315,003 $100,445 $214,558
2015 $3,197 $306,493 $100,445 $206,048
2014 $3,114 $298,568 $100,445 $198,123
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Frances Heatherman

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Frances Heatherman

    Heatherman Homes, LLC.

    (540) 628-2226

    7 Total Sales

    Frances Heatherman
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  • Carter Hagen

    Tenant's Agent in 2025

    Carter Hagen

    Beltran & Associates Realty LLC

    (703) 399-6617

    1 in this area

    8 Total Sales

    Carter Hagen
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  • Terry Rader

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Terry Rader

    Coldwell Banker (NRT-Southeast-MidAtlantic)

    (703) 887-3735

    21 in this area

    55 Total Sales

    Terry Rader
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  • Kyle Holloran

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Kyle Holloran

    Keller Williams Fairfax Gateway

    (410) 812-4495

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Kyle Holloran
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  • Michael Webb

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Michael Webb

    RE/MAX

    (703) 624-8284

    1 in this area

    165 Total Sales

    Michael Webb
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  • Michelle Doherty

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Michelle Doherty

    Real Living at Home

    (703) 501-1364

    5 in this area

    189 Total Sales

    Michelle Doherty
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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAX2045894

Bright MLS

APN: 013.02-0A-809.1636

Virginia Alexandria County Alexandria 22302 North Ridge

1636 Preston Rd Unit 809, Alexandria, VA

Not Listed for Sale

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