Seller's Agent in 2022
Dianna Bentley
Long & Foster
(703) 899-0677
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
3925 8th St S Arlington, VA 22204
Alcova Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $889,000 - $1,564,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,256
Sq Ft
$1,023/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Thomas Jefferson Middle School Rated A-
- No HOA
- Living Room
About This Home
As of January 2022Located in the sought-after neighborhood of Alcova Heights, in the heart of Arlington, this charming bungalow is ready for its new owner! Just a short walk to Alcova Heights Park, this home with the cutest front porch is set on a deep, 8,256 sqft lot with more than enough room to expand or rebuild. Enjoy the cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room, and hardwood floors throughout the main level formal dining room and two bedrooms. The upper level has a large bedroom with a spacious walk-in closet. The full, unfinished basement can be accessed from the interior of the home as well as from the expansive, fully fenced back yard. It has a full size washer and dryer and storage galore. Conveniently located close to S Glebe Rd, Columbia Pike, and Route 50, this home is a commuter's dream with easy access to Washington DC, Amazon's HQ2 at National Landing and all major commuting routes. It is walking distance to Harris Teeter, Columbia Pike shops, restaurants, and the State Department's National Foreign Affairs Training Center.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #0225239953 Listed on: 11/30/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,945
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 8,256 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned R-6
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Alcova Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 16
- Assessor Parcel Number 23-026-028
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 30, 2021
Closed on
Jan 27, 2022
Sold by
Davies Thomas R and Davies Kristin
Bought by
Esteves Matthew Laurence and Borkowska Barbara
Seller's Agent
Dianna Bentley
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Pierce Tracy
Infill LLC
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.45%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$584,850
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.32%
Original Mortgage
$1,048,600
Outstanding Balance
$971,682
Interest Rate
3.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$313,168
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2020
Sold by
Bongiovanni Kristin and Davies Thomas R
Bought by
Davies Thomas R and Bongiovanni Kristin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$457,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 2009
Sold by
Mangum Mary Virginia
Bought by
Davies Thomas R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$382,500
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2007
Sold by
Jamieson Kathleen
Bought by
Mangum Mary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$363,750
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 1997
Sold by
Matthews + Joseph A
Bought by
Slayton Kathleen O
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
7.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esteves Matthew Laurence | $700,000 | Old Republic National Title | |
| Davies Thomas R | -- | None Available | |
| Davies Thomas R | $425,000 | -- | |
| Mangum Mary | $485,000 | -- | |
| Slayton Kathleen O | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Esteves Matthew Laurence | $1,048,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Davies Thomas R | $457,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bongiovanni Kristin | $36,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Davies Thomas R | $382,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Mangum Mary | $363,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Jamieson Kathleen O | $375,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Slayton Kathleen O | $160,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2022 01/28/22 | Sold | $700,000 | -3.4% | $557 / Sq Ft |
| 12/18/2021 12/18/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/30/2021 11/30/21 | For Sale | $725,000 | -- | $577 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $14,731 | $1,426,000 | $662,200 | $763,800 |
| 2024 | $14,022 | $1,357,400 | $657,200 | $700,200 |
| 2023 | $7,819 | $759,100 | $662,500 | $96,600 |
| 2022 | $7,435 | $721,800 | $622,500 | $99,300 |
| 2021 | $6,945 | $674,300 | $575,000 | $99,300 |
| 2020 | $6,383 | $622,100 | $520,000 | $102,100 |
| 2019 | $5,921 | $577,100 | $475,000 | $102,100 |
| 2018 | $5,760 | $572,600 | $460,000 | $112,600 |
| 2017 | $5,478 | $544,500 | $435,000 | $109,500 |
| 2016 | $5,389 | $543,800 | $435,000 | $108,800 |
| 2015 | $5,355 | $537,700 | $430,000 | $107,700 |
| 2014 | $5,135 | $515,600 | $410,000 | $105,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dianna Bentley
-
Chu Pak
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Chu Pak
Long & Foster
(703) 969-3706
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
Pierce Tracy
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Pierce Tracy
Infill LLC
(703) 350-6365
1 in this area
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAAR2007730
APN: 23-026-028
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