NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2856 S Buchanan St Unit B2 Arlington, VA 22206

Fairlington Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $432,000 - $496,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,031 Sq Ft
$325/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 06, 2018

Last sale price $312,000 $303 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,218/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Community Pool
  • Gunston Middle School Rated A-
  • Garden View
  • Tennis Courts

About This Home

As of March 2018

Care-free condo living in this 2 bed, 1 BA unit w/ bonus storage rm on lower lvl of building. Open liv & din rooms w/crown molding. Kit w/new SS appl. MBA w/lighted dressing vanity, 3 closets. In-unit W/D, recently replaced HVAC, freshly painted, new carpet & padding. Privileges to all Fairlington Villages amenities, ideal location convenient to Shirlington, shopping, dining, transportation & DC.

Last Listed By

Louis Andors

Keller Williams Realty Listed on: 01/11/2018

Keller Williams Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,147

Year Built

  • Built in 1944 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

  • Historic Home
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $325 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,031 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer
  • Garden Views
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Connecting Stairway

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 29-007-762

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include custodial services maintenance, exterior building maintenance, lawn maintenance, management, insurance, reserve funds, pool(s), road maintenance, sewer, snow removal, trash
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Fairlington Villages Subdivision, Richmond Floorplan
  • Fairlington Villages Community
  • The community has rules related to alterations or architectural changes, antenna installations, parking rules, no recreational vehicles, boats or trailers

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,147

Year Built

Built in 1944 | Remodeled in 2018

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$325 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: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Year Renovated: 2018
  • Remarks Public: Care-free condo living in this 2 bed, 1 BA unit w/ bonus storage rm on lower lvl of building. Open liv & din rooms w/crown molding. Kit w/new SS appl. MBA w/lighted dressing vanity, 3 closets. In-unit W/D, recently replaced HVAC, freshly painted, new carpet & padding. Privileges to all Fairlington Villages amenities, ideal location convenient to Shirlington, shopping, dining, transportation & DC.
  • Special Assessment Payment: Annually
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Washer/Dryer Hookups Only, Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Oven/Range - Electric, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Open
  • Window Features: Insulated, Screens
  • Fireplace: No
  • Entry Location: Floors 2-5
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Storage Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Unfinished
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Sq Ft: 1031
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1031
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 305.53
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1031
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2856

Beds/Baths

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

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Secure Storage, Street Lights
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • View: Yes
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: General Common Elements

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Monthly Average Electric: 81
  • Previous Twelve Months Electric Expense: 969.00
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Security: Main Entrance Lock, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 325.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Pool - Outdoor, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Custodial Services Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Insurance, Reserve Funds, Pool(s), Road Maintenance, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Management Type: Professional - On-Site
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Rules: Alterations/Architectural Changes, Parking, Pets - Allowed, Rv/Boat/Trail, Antenna
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121141631475

Lot Info

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 270800.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 42000.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Balcony
  • Property Attached Yn: Yes
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2017
  • Zoning: RA14-26

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10641980
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3146.76
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 29-007-762
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 876
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Close Date: 03/06/2018

Multi Family

  • Metering: Electric Separate

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2018
Closed on
Mar 6, 2018
Sold by
Mackela Carolj and Carol J Mackela Trust
Bought by
Tillman Lisa Grant
Seller's Agent
Louis Andors
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Robert Hotaling
RE/MAX Allegiance
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-0.95%
Total Days on Market
10
Current Estimated Value
$456,686

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$144,686
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.88%
Original Mortgage
$306,348
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2003
Sold by
Johnson Patricia
Bought by
Mackela Carol

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$196,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Tillman Lisa Grant $312,000 First American Title
Mackela Carol $245,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tillman Lisa Grant $300,000
Closed Tillman Lisa Grant $306,348
Previous Owner Mackela Carol $196,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/06/2018 03/06/18 Sold $312,000 -1.0% $303 / Sq Ft
01/21/2018 01/21/18 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2018 01/11/18 For Sale $315,000 -- $306 / 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 $4,046 $391,700 $50,800 $340,900
2023 $4,035 $391,700 $50,800 $340,900
2022 $3,968 $385,200 $50,800 $334,400
2021 $3,808 $369,700 $45,800 $323,900
2020 $3,553 $346,300 $45,800 $300,500
2019 $3,318 $323,400 $42,000 $281,400
2018 $3,173 $315,400 $42,000 $273,400
2017 $3,147 $312,800 $42,000 $270,800
2016 $3,048 $307,600 $42,000 $265,600
2015 $3,038 $305,000 $42,000 $263,000
2014 $2,988 $300,000 $42,000 $258,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Louis Andors

    Keller Williams Realty

    (703) 636-7300

    1 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Louis Andors
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  • Robert Hotaling

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Robert Hotaling

    RE/MAX

    (703) 623-8666

    1 in this area

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: 1004443981

Bright MLS

APN: 29-007-762

Virginia Arlington County Arlington 22206 Fairlington

2856 S Buchanan St Unit B2, Arlington, VA

Homes for Sale in Arlington, VA

This home is located at 2856 S Buchanan St Unit B2, Arlington, VA 22206 since 11 January 2018 and is currently estimated at $456,686, approximately $442 per square foot. This property was built in 1944. 2856 S Buchanan St Unit B2 is a home located in Arlington County with nearby schools including Abingdon Elementary School, Gunston Middle School, and Wakefield High School.

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