$505,000
SOLD MAY 15, 2020

2879 S Buchanan St Unit A2 Arlington, VA 22206

Fairlington Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,484 Sq Ft
$418/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$340 Per Sq Ft

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Recreation Room
  • Gunston Middle School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2020

NEWLY LISTED 4/4/2020 TOTALLY RENOVATED 2 LEVEL #A2 UNIT WITH MAIN LEVEL: LARGE LRM 2 WINDOWS OPEN TO SEP DRM W BALCONY/DECK & STEPS DOWN TO YOUR END UNIT YARD W /PATIO; UPDATED KITCHEN W SS APPLIANCES, NEW CABINETRY, QUARTZ-LIKE COUNTER TOPS AND SPACE FOR A TABLE;RENOVATED BATH W TUB, SUBWAY TILE &TRENDY RETRO TILE FLOOR; BEDROOM WITH 2 WINDOWS. OPEN STAIRCASE TO ll WITH SMALL DEN/OFFICE AREA, RENOVATED BATH WITH WALK IN SHOWER, NICE CUSTOM TILE PLUS A LARGE BEDROOM WITH SMALL WINDOWS. THE LL HAS A SEPARATE ENTRANCE TO HALL AND OUT OF THE BUILDING!GREAT FLOOR PLAN FOR STARTER HOME OR FOR ROOMMATE RENTAL/INVESTMENT. HARDWOOD FLOORS, UPDATED LIGHTINGACCESS: OPEN SUNDAY 4.5.2020 3-5 BY APPTMT . CALL 703-861-8259 TO SCHEDULED EVERY HALF HOUR BETWEEN 3-5.HOUSE SANITIZED, FURNISHED BUT VACANT- WILL BE LEFT OPEN, LIGHTS ON, BUT ONLY BY APPTMT. GOAL IS TO MAKE THE PLACE AVAILABLE BUT LIMIT TOURING FOR SAFETY OF ALL BUYERS. AGENT WILL SIT OUTSIDE.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cary Fichtner-Vu

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Kay Houghton

EXP Realty, LLC License #0225214930

EXP Realty, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,122

Year Built

  • Built in 1944

Lot Details

  • East Facing Home
  • Property is in very good condition

HOA Fees

  • $418 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Dual Staircase
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Double Door Entry
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Electric Front Loading Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Parking Space
  • Parking Lot
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fiber Optics Available
  • Phone Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 29-008-297

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior building maintenance, insurance, management, recreation facility, pool(s), reserve funds, road maintenance, sewer, snow removal, trash, water
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Fairlington Villages Condos
  • Fairlington Villages Community
  • Fairlington Villages Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Community Center

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

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
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Inclusions: REFRIGERATOR, OVEN/RAGE, MICROWAVE IN ll,DISHWASHERFURNITURE WILL BE FOR SALE
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Remarks Public: NEWLY LISTED 4/4/2020 TOTALLY RENOVATED 2 LEVEL #A2 UNIT WITH MAIN LEVEL: LARGE LRM 2 WINDOWS OPEN TO SEP DRM W BALCONY/DECK & STEPS DOWN TO YOUR END UNIT YARD W /PATIO; UPDATED KITCHEN W SS APPLIANCES, NEW CABINETRY, QUARTZ-LIKE COUNTER TOPS AND SPACE FOR A TABLE;RENOVATED BATH W TUB, SUBWAY TILE &TRENDY RETRO TILE FLOOR; BEDROOM WITH 2 WINDOWS. OPEN STAIRCASE TO ll WITH SMALL DEN/OFFICE AREA, RENOVATED BATH WITH WALK IN SHOWER, NICE CUSTOM TILE PLUS A LARGE BEDROOM WITH SMALL WINDOWS. THE LL HAS A SEPARATE ENTRANCE TO HALL AND OUT OF THE BUILDING!GREAT FLOOR PLAN FOR STARTER HOME OR FOR ROOMMATE RENTAL/INVESTMENT. HARDWOOD FLOORS, UPDATED LIGHTINGACCESS: OPEN SUNDAY 4.5.2020 3-5 BY APPTMT . CALL 703-861-8259 TO SCHEDULED EVERY HALF HOUR BETWEEN 3-5.HOUSE SANITIZED, FURNISHED BUT VACANT- WILL BE LEFT OPEN, LIGHTS ON, BUT ONLY BY APPTMT. GOAL IS TO MAKE THE PLACE AVAILABLE BUT LIMIT TOURING FOR SAFETY OF ALL BUYERS. AGENT WILL SIT OUTSIDE.
  • Washer Dryer Hookups YN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer - Electric, Dryer - Front Loading, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Washer - Front Loading
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Additional Stairway, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Tub Shower, Stall Shower, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors
  • Window Features: Double Pane, Insulated
  • Fireplace: No
  • Door Features: Double Entry, Insulated
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Recreation Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished, Full, Heated, Improved, Outside Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Basement, Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit
  • Total Sq Ft: 1532
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1484
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 601.91
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 839
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 645
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 48
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 693
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2879

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 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: Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s)
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Parking Lot
  • Parking Lot Number Of Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Electric Service: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric Available, Fiber Optics Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 418.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Name: FAIRLINGTON VILLAGES
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Bike Trail, Common Grounds, Jog/Walk Path, Pool - Outdoor, Reserved/Assigned Parking, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground, Community Center
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Common Area Maintenance, Ext Bldg Maint, Insurance, Management, Recreation Facility, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Management Type: Professional - On-Site
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Loss Mitigation Fee?: No

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

Green Features

  • Clean Green Assessed: No

Lot Info

  • Horses: No
  • Improvement Assessed Value: 361500.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 40300.00
  • Land Use Code: 004
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2019
  • Zoning: RA14-26
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10642008
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4122.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 29-008-297
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 839
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Close Date: 05/15/2020

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2020
Closed on
May 11, 2020
Sold by
Donnelly Lindsey Erin
Bought by
Molinelli Kerry Elaine
Seller's Agent
Cary Fichtner-Vu
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kay Houghton
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$505,000
Sold Price
$505,000
Total Days on Market
8
Current Estimated Value
$581,560

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$76,560
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.84%
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Outstanding Balance
$287,629
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$293,931

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 2019
Sold by
Donnelly William Wesley
Bought by
Donnelly William Wesley and Donnelly Lindsey Erin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$441,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2016
Closed on
Oct 31, 2016
Sold by
Mears Richard and Mears Brittany
Bought by
Donnelly William Wesley
Seller's Agent
Tammy Locher
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Premier
Buyer's Agent
Irene Morales Ward
RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$409,900
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.2%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.31%
Original Mortgage
$413,707
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2011
Sold by
Johnson Livingston M
Bought by
Mears Richard and Wilson Brittany P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$299,250
Interest Rate
4.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Map

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $505,000 Universal Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $405,000 Mbh Settlement Group Lc
Special Warranty Deed $332,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $320,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $441,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $413,707 VA
Previous Owner $300,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $299,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2020 05/15/20 Sold $505,000 0.0% $340 / Sq Ft
04/12/2020 04/12/20 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2020 04/04/20 For Sale $505,000 +24.7% $340 / Sq Ft
10/31/2016 10/31/16 Sold $405,000 -1.2% $265 / Sq Ft
09/29/2016 09/29/16 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2016 09/08/16 For Sale $409,900 -- $268 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

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

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAR161140

Bright MLS

APN: 29-008-297