NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2856 S Buchanan St Unit A2 Arlington, VA 22206

Fairlington Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $519,000 - $609,000

1 Bed
2 Baths
1,528 Sq Ft
$418/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 17, 2020

Last sale price $500,926 $328 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,039/month

Highlights

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Gunston Middle School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2020

Welcome to this two level gem in FAIRLINGTON VILLAGE with over 1500 SQFT. Large, open floor plan with lots of natural light. Main level boasts spacious Living Room, separate Dining area, Master Bedroom and Full Bath. Recently updated Gourmet Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, upgraded Quartz Countertops, elegant Backsplash and white Cabinets. Balcony with fenced backyard and Patio opening to picturesque water view. Whole house freshly painted. Hardwood floor on entire main level. Bright and welcoming lower level with white walls, features Family Room, huge Den used as 2nd Master Bedroom, Full Bath and much desired storage space in Utility Room. Washer-Dryer in the unit. FAIRLINGTON VILLAGE community amenities include Recreation Center, Tennis Court, Basket Ball Court, Swimming Pool, Walking Trails and Dog Parks. Minutes to DC and Pentagon. Walk to Shirlington Village which offers Shops, Restaurants, Grocery Store, Library, Movie Theater. In the heart of Arlington, but away from busy streets. That's the beauty of this lovely, warm home. HURRY! IT WON'T LAST LONG!

Last Listed By

Seema Sinha

Samson Properties Listed on: 06/16/2020

Samson Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,122

Year Built

  • Built in 1944

Lot Details

  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $418 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Game Room
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Improved Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • Parking Lot
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Playground

Schools

  • Abingdon Elementary School
  • Gunston Middle School
  • Wakefield High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 29-007-761

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, all ground fee, custodial services maintenance, exterior building maintenance, lawn maintenance, management, parking fee, pool(s), recreation facility, reserve funds, road maintenance, sewer, snow removal, trash, water
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Fairlington Villages Community
  • Fairlington Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Community Center
  • Meeting Room
  • Party Room

Recreation

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

Pet Policy

  • Dogs Allowed

Security

  • Security Service

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,122

Year Built

Built in 1944

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$418 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Unit/Flat/Apartment
  • Unit Building Type: Garden 1 - 4 Floors
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Historic: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Expected On Market: 2020-06-16
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Game Room, Den, Utility Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Full, Heated, Improved, Interior Access
  • Laundry Type: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1528
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1528
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 572.11
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 839
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 689
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 689
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2856

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Play Area
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Security: Intercom, Main Entrance Lock
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 418.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Basketball Courts, Common Grounds, Community Center, Meeting Room, Party Room, Pool - Outdoor, Reserved/Assigned Parking, Security, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, All Ground Fee, Custodial Services Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Parking Fee, Pool(s), Recreation Facility, Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No
  • Community Pool Features: Above Ground

Schools

  • School District: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: ABINGDON
  • Middle School: GUNSTON
  • High School: WAKEFIELD
  • 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: ABINGDON
  • High School: WAKEFIELD
  • Middle Or Junior School: GUNSTON

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Land Use Code: 004
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony, Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RA14-26
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Pets: Dogs Ok
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4122.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 29-007-761
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 839
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 07/17/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 16, 2020
Closed on
Jul 16, 2020
Sold by
Teigen Gentry R and Teigen Anjali J
Bought by
Hoch David Alexander
Seller's Agent
Seema Sinha
Samson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Phil Bolin
RE/MAX Allegiance
List Price
$480,000
Sold Price
$500,926
Premium/Discount to List
$20,926
4.36%
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$571,361

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$70,435
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.75%
Original Mortgage
$401,000
Outstanding Balance
$359,518
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$211,843

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2019
Sold by
Tribble Sara B and Tribble Jordan S
Bought by
Martinez Cosme R Lantigua and Lebron Natalia Feliciano

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,841
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2018
Closed on
Jun 4, 2018
Sold by
Helgesen Michael
Bought by
Teigen Gentry R and Teigen Anjali J
Seller's Agent
Thomas Arehart
Samson Properties
Buyer's Agent
Seema Sinha
Samson Properties
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$410,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
2.53%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.89%
Original Mortgage
$418,815
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2013
Closed on
Jun 3, 2013
Sold by
Natl Resid Nominee Svcs Inc
Bought by
Helgesen Michael
Seller's Agent
Kelly Stock Bacon
Century 21 Redwood Realty
Buyer's Agent
Khalil El-Ghoul
Glass House Real Estate
List Price
$374,900
Sold Price
$365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-2.64%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.37%
Original Mortgage
$292,000
Interest Rate
3.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2013
Sold by
Lamson Timothy
Bought by
Natl Resid Nominee Svcs Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2009
Sold by
Swisher Cena C
Bought by
Lamson Timothy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$299,200
Interest Rate
4.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2003
Sold by
Hostetler Thomas
Bought by
Swisher Cena and Hooper Thomas

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$217,600
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hoch David Alexander $500,926 First American Title
Martinez Cosme R Lantigua $340,000 Old Republic Title
Teigen Gentry R $410,000 First American Title
Helgesen Michael $365,300 --
Natl Resid Nominee Svcs Inc $365,300 --
Lamson Timothy $374,000 --
Swisher Cena $275,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hoch David Alexander $401,000
Previous Owner Teigen Gentry Roger $408,000
Previous Owner Martinez Cosme R Lantigua $333,841
Previous Owner Teigen Gentry R $418,815
Previous Owner Helgesen Michael $272,000
Previous Owner Helgesen Michael $292,000
Previous Owner Lamson Timothy C $304,000
Previous Owner Lamson Timothy $299,200
Previous Owner Swisher Cena $217,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/17/2020 07/17/20 Sold $500,926 +4.4% $328 / Sq Ft
06/16/2020 06/16/20 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2020 06/16/20 For Sale $480,000 +17.1% $314 / Sq Ft
06/12/2018 06/12/18 Sold $410,000 +2.5% $268 / Sq Ft
05/07/2018 05/07/18 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2018 05/04/18 For Sale $399,900 +9.6% $262 / Sq Ft
06/28/2013 06/28/13 Sold $365,000 -1.3% $239 / Sq Ft
05/21/2013 05/21/13 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2013 03/29/13 Price Changed $369,900 -1.3% $242 / Sq Ft
01/24/2013 01/24/13 For Sale $374,900 +2.7% $245 / Sq Ft
01/21/2013 01/21/13 Off Market $365,000 -- --
01/15/2013 01/15/13 For Sale $374,900 -- $245 / 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
2024 $5,073 $491,100 $48,700 $442,400
2023 $5,058 $491,100 $48,700 $442,400
2022 $4,972 $482,700 $48,700 $434,000
2021 $4,767 $462,800 $43,900 $418,900
2020 $4,443 $433,000 $43,900 $389,100
2019 $4,122 $401,800 $40,300 $361,500
2018 $3,958 $393,400 $40,300 $353,100
2017 $3,859 $383,600 $40,300 $343,300
2016 $3,618 $365,100 $40,300 $324,800
2015 $3,761 $377,600 $40,300 $337,300
2014 $3,698 $371,300 $40,300 $331,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAR164008

Bright MLS

APN: 29-007-761