NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2888 S Buchanan St Unit A1 Arlington, VA 22206

Fairlington Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $528,000 - $586,000

1 Bed
2 Baths
1,422 Sq Ft
$392/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 02, 2021

Last sale price $509,990 $359 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,813/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Community Pool
  • Patio
  • Gunston Middle School Rated A-
  • Tennis Courts
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2021

Price Reduced! Lockbox in front of building..Look for serial number 01013428..Highly desirable Barcroft model(over 1,400 square feet) with a large open floorplan with lower level used as a 2nd master bedroom! Brand new gourmet kitchen completely open to the living and dining rooms with LG Stainless Steel Appliances (including a double oven), custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and slate backsplash. Two tastefully renovated full baths. Impeccably chosen recessed light fixtures and ceiling fans throughout creating a warm living environment. New quality hardwood flooring throughout the main level. Freshly painted in modern colors accented with crown molding. Downstairs to the luxury finished basement with fresh ceilings with recessed lighting and high-end Lifeproof laminate flooring. Excellent storage with multiple closets throughout and large laundry-utility room. The unit boasts a covered balcony as well as a large patio for entertaining, grilling, or enjoying a firepit. The back patio opens to community green spaces perfect for walking the family pet. Home comes with one parking pass for the parking lot in front of the home in addition to an abundance of street parking ensures your guests will always have a place to park. The Fairlingon active lifestyle community offers 6 pools, 12 tennis courts, a community center, electric car charging station, and childrens playgrounds for your enjoyment. A commuters dream, just a few minutes on mass transit to the pentagon or downtown, and there is a stop right at the corner! Easy access to 395 and Reagan Airport! Fairlingon is a majestic historically designated community offering one of the most unique living environments in the entire DC Metro Area. The incredible green spaces with an abundance of park like settings are one of the reasons so many people are drawn to this incredible community. There are two major shopping centers within walking distance that give residents the ability to walk everywhere. Shirlington Village offers shops, restaurants, bars, grocery store, library, movie theater, and signature theater. The community has a plethora of walking trails, dog parks, and an unmatched friendly community atmosphere.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Howard Gholson

RE/MAX Executives Listed on: 01/15/2021

RE/MAX Executives

Last Buyer's Agent

Meredith Margolis

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,005

Year Built

  • Built in 1944

HOA Fees

  • $392 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 2 Levels

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is in excellent condition

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 29-007-733

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include exterior building maintenance, pool(s), reserve funds, road maintenance, sewer, snow removal
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Fairlington Villages Community
  • Fairlington Subdivision

Amenities

  • Common Area

Recreation

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

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,005

Year Built

Built in 1944

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$392 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: Lower 1, Main
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Price Reduced! Lockbox in front of building..Look for serial number 01013428..Highly desirable Barcroft model(over 1,400 square feet) with a large open floorplan with lower level used as a 2nd master bedroom! Brand new gourmet kitchen completely open to the living and dining rooms with LG Stainless Steel Appliances (including a double oven), custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and slate backsplash. Two tastefully renovated full baths. Impeccably chosen recessed light fixtures and ceiling fans throughout creating a warm living environment. New quality hardwood flooring throughout the main level. Freshly painted in modern colors accented with crown molding. Downstairs to the luxury finished basement with fresh ceilings with recessed lighting and high-end Lifeproof laminate flooring. Excellent storage with multiple closets throughout and large laundry-utility room. The unit boasts a covered balcony as well as a large patio for entertaining, grilling, or enjoying a firepit. The back patio opens to community green spaces perfect for walking the family pet. Home comes with one parking pass for the parking lot in front of the home in addition to an abundance of street parking ensures your guests will always have a place to park. The Fairlingon active lifestyle community offers 6 pools, 12 tennis courts, a community center, electric car charging station, and childrens playgrounds for your enjoyment. A commuters dream, just a few minutes on mass transit to the pentagon or downtown, and there is a stop right at the corner! Easy access to 395 and Reagan Airport! Fairlingon is a majestic historically designated community offering one of the most unique living environments in the entire DC Metro Area. The incredible green spaces with an abundance of park like settings are one of the reasons so many people are drawn to this incredible community. There are two major shopping centers within walking distance that give residents the ability to walk everywhere. Shirlington Village offers shops, restaurants, bars, grocery store, library, movie theater, and signature theater. The community has a plethora of walking trails, dog parks, and an unmatched friendly community atmosphere.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Levels Count: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished, Interior Access, Walkout Level
  • Total Sq Ft: 1422
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1422
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 717.29
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 711
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 711
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 711
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 2888

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
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Community
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: On Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: Yes
  • Condo Co-Op Fee: 392.00
  • Condo Co-Op Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Amenities: Pool - Outdoor, Basketball Courts, Common Grounds, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Ext Bldg Maint, Pool(s), Reserve Funds, Road Maintenance, Sewer, Snow Removal
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: 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

  • Improvement Assessed Value: 353200.00
  • Land Assessed Value: 37200.00
  • Land Use Code: 004
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Property Condition: Good, Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2020
  • Zoning: RA14-26
  • In City Limits: No

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10648357
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4005.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 29-007-733
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 711
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Close Date: 03/02/2021

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 15, 2021
Closed on
Mar 2, 2021
Sold by
Siebold Benjamin E
Bought by
Warring Samantha J and Williams James A
Seller's Agent
Howard Gholson
RE/MAX Executives
Buyer's Agent
Meredith Margolis
Compass
List Price
$519,990
Sold Price
$509,990
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.92%
Current Estimated Value
$542,934

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$32,944
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.03%
Original Mortgage
$407,992
Outstanding Balance
$368,220
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$189,579

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2017
Closed on
Jul 28, 2017
Sold by
Brania Patricia Ann
Bought by
Siebold Benjamin E
Seller's Agent
Linda Robinson
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Laura Vickers
RLAH @properties
List Price
$374,900
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-3.97%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.16%
Original Mortgage
$367,740
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

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
Warring Samantha J $509,990 Key Title
Siebold Benjamin E $360,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Warring Samantha J $407,992
Previous Owner Siebold Benjamin E $367,740
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/02/2021 03/02/21 Sold $509,990 0.0% $359 / Sq Ft
02/05/2021 02/05/21 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2021 02/03/21 Price Changed $509,990 -1.9% $359 / Sq Ft
01/15/2021 01/15/21 For Sale $519,990 +44.4% $366 / Sq Ft
07/28/2017 07/28/17 Sold $360,000 -2.7% $253 / Sq Ft
06/26/2017 06/26/17 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2017 06/03/17 Price Changed $369,900 -1.3% $260 / Sq Ft
04/15/2017 04/15/17 For Sale $374,900 0.0% $264 / Sq Ft
03/04/2015 03/04/15 Rented $1,750 0.0% --
03/04/2015 03/04/15 Under Contract -- -- --
02/15/2015 02/15/15 For Rent $1,750 -10.3% --
11/21/2013 11/21/13 Rented $1,950 -11.4% --
11/21/2013 11/21/13 Under Contract -- -- --
09/27/2013 09/27/13 For Rent $2,200 -- --
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 $5,370 $519,800 $41,200 $478,600
2024 $4,935 $477,700 $41,200 $436,500
2023 $4,714 $457,700 $41,200 $416,500
2022 $4,633 $449,800 $41,200 $408,600
2021 $4,299 $417,400 $37,200 $380,200
2020 $4,005 $390,400 $37,200 $353,200
2019 $3,717 $362,300 $34,100 $328,200
2018 $3,568 $354,700 $34,100 $320,600
2017 $3,479 $345,800 $34,100 $311,700
2016 $3,457 $348,800 $34,100 $314,700
2015 $3,474 $348,800 $34,100 $314,700
2014 $3,387 $340,100 $34,100 $306,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAR175102

Bright MLS

APN: 29-007-733