$235,000
SOLD APR 7, 2021

256 N Thomas St Unit 2562 Arlington, VA 22203

Buckingham Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
665 Sq Ft
$431/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$353 Per Sq Ft

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Swanson Middle School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of June 2022

No need to rent any longer! You could own this adorable low maintenance & affordable condo in Arlington Oaks just around the corner from Ballston Quarter & the Metro. Enjoy the convenience of urban living steps to shops, dining, entertainment, parks & more. This beautifully updated top floor unit is sunny & bright with plenty of storage. Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, gas stove & ceramic tile floors. The in unit washer & dryer makes laundry time easy. Nice community amenities include tennis courts, meeting room, quiet courtyards, mature trees, walking & bike trails. Great commuter location with easy access to route 50, I-395 just minutes to DC, Rosslyn, Pentagon & Amazon headquarters. Open Saturday 3/6 AND Sunday 3/7 from 1-4 pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bic DeCaro

EXP Realty, LLC License #0225055310 Listed on: 03/05/2021

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Peter Bixby

Compass License #0225203005

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,117

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

HOA Fees

  • $431 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 665 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Views of Woods

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile or Brick

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Private Parking
  • On-Street Parking
  • Parking Permit Included
  • Assigned Parking
  • Unassigned Parking

Schools

  • Barrett Elementary School
  • Swanson Middle School
  • Washington-Liberty High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Property is in very good condition
  • Urban Location

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 20-029-099

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include gas, heat, insurance, lawn maintenance, management, reserve funds, road maintenance, snow removal, water
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Arlington Oaks Community
  • Arlington Oaks Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Bike Trail

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,117

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$431 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Expected On Market: 2021-03-05
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: No need to rent any longer! You could own this adorable low maintenance & affordable condo in Arlington Oaks just around the corner from Ballston Quarter & the Metro. Enjoy the convenience of urban living steps to shops, dining, entertainment, parks & more. This beautifully updated top floor unit is sunny & bright with plenty of storage. Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, gas stove & ceramic tile floors. The in unit washer & dryer makes laundry time easy. Nice community amenities include tennis courts, meeting room, quiet courtyards, mature trees, walking & bike trails. Great commuter location with easy access to route 50, I-395 just minutes to DC, Rosslyn, Pentagon & Amazon headquarters. Open Saturday 3/6 AND Sunday 3/7 from 1-4 pm.
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Entry Floor: 2
  • Flooring Type: Tile/Brick
  • Interior Amenities: Floor Plan - Open, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Crown Moldings, Primary Bath(s), Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 1
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Full Bath
  • Basement: No
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 665
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 665
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 353.38
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 665
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 256

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • View: 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: Permit Included, Private, Unassigned
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 430.55
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Bike Trail, Common Grounds, Fitness Center, Reserved/Assigned Parking, Tennis Courts
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Gas, Heat, Insurance, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Snow Removal, Water
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: BARRETT
  • Middle School: SWANSON
  • High School: WASHINGTON-LIBERTY
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121141631475
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: BARRETT
  • High School: WASHINGTON-LIBERTY
  • Middle Or Junior School: SWANSON

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 169100.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 37300.00
  • Land Use Code: 004
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: RA8-18
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10639417
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2117.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 20-029-099
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 666
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 04/07/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2022
Closed on
Jun 22, 2022
Sold by
Alexander Palmer David
Bought by
Metz Janet Z
Seller's Agent
Francesca Keith
Corcoran McEnearney
Buyer's Agent
Paul Gonzalez
Compass
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$227,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-5.02%
Current Estimated Value
$258,685

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$31,685
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.44%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2021
Closed on
Apr 7, 2021
Sold by
Kaldahl Taylor M and Kaldahl Bich Lien
Bought by
Palmer David Alender
Seller's Agent
Bic DeCaro
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Peter Bixby
Compass
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$235,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.82%
Original Mortgage
$227,950
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2014
Sold by
Hill Bradley L
Bought by
Kaldahl Taylor M and Kaldahl Gregory P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,200
Interest Rate
4.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2005
Sold by
D'Costa William
Bought by
Hill Bradley

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,200
Interest Rate
5.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2002
Sold by
Hirst Barbara
Bought by
Squier John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
6.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2001
Sold by
Crisafulli Donald
Bought by
Hirst Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$68,907
Interest Rate
7.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 1995
Sold by
Arlington Oaks Community Assn
Bought by
Crisafulli Virgil S
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $227,000 New Title Company Name
Deed $235,000 Universal Title
Warranty Deed $204,000 --
Warranty Deed $280,000 --
Deed $110,000 --
Deed $66,900 --
Deed $48,300 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $227,950 New Conventional
Previous Owner $163,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $254,559 New Conventional
Previous Owner $284,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $88,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $68,907 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/22/2022 06/22/22 Sold $227,000 -2.8% $341 / Sq Ft
05/12/2022 05/12/22 Price Changed $233,500 -2.3% $351 / Sq Ft
04/21/2022 04/21/22 For Sale $239,000 +1.7% $359 / Sq Ft
04/07/2021 04/07/21 Sold $235,000 0.0% $353 / Sq Ft
03/05/2021 03/05/21 For Sale $235,000 -- $353 / 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 $2,442 $236,400 $51,300 $185,100
2024 $2,369 $229,300 $51,300 $178,000
2023 $2,458 $238,600 $51,300 $187,300
2022 $2,366 $229,700 $51,300 $178,400
2021 $2,366 $229,700 $51,300 $178,400
2020 $2,118 $206,400 $37,300 $169,100
2019 $2,065 $201,300 $37,300 $164,000
2018 $2,001 $198,900 $37,300 $161,600
2017 $1,962 $195,000 $37,300 $157,700
2016 $1,932 $195,000 $37,300 $157,700
2015 $2,025 $203,300 $37,300 $166,000
2014 $1,992 $200,000 $37,300 $162,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAR176952

Bright MLS

APN: 20-029-099