Seller's Agent in 2020
Casey O'Neal
Compass
(703) 217-9090
41 in this area
180 Total Sales
4 S Columbus St Arlington, VA 22204
Arlington Forest NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $979,000 - $1,168,064
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,932
Sq Ft
$548/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Scenic Views
- Colonial Architecture
- Private Lot
- Wakefield High School Rated A-
- Property is near park
- 5-minute walk to Arlington Forest Park
About This Home
As of August 2020You ll love this expanded brick colonial with an updated, open kitchen/dining combo, formal living room, main level bedroom with en-suite full bath. Off the kitchen and living room is an enclosed porch that makes a great family room with scenic vistas of the park in the back yard. Upstairs are three sizable bedrooms, a sitting room and full bath. The downstairs offers a rec room, utility room with toilet, laundry sink and mechanical systems. Under the side addition is a wonderful unfinished space perfect for a workshop. There is a level walk out entry from the lower level enclosed porch. The immediate back yard is level and fully fenced, and through the gate are stairs that lead to the wooded back yard and access to the park and stream. Easy commute to Ballston, and minutes to DC, Pentagon, Amazon HQ2 and National airport. At the end of Columbus you can access the W&OD trails, Glencarlyn park, playground, dog park and pavilion for outdoor picnics.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
(703) 266-7277 stephanie.white@compass.com Compass License #SP98367463 Listed on: 07/23/2020
Last Buyer's Agent
(703) 549-8700 amontgomery@weichertrealtors.net Weichert, REALTORS License #0225208924
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,349
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 8,025 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Private Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Marsh on Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Property is zoned R-6
Property Views
- Scenic Vista
- Woods
- Creek or Stream
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Steel Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Double Hung Windows
- Window Screens
- Six Panel Doors
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage Room
- Utility Room
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Stove
- Built-In Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Rear Basement Entry
- Space For Rooms
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- 2 Driveway Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Play Equipment
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Barcroft Elementary School
- Kenmore Middle School
- Wakefield High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Arlington Forest Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 27
- Assessor Parcel Number 21-008-019
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2025
Sold by
Lawrence Tyler Harrison and Policastro Anne Louise
Bought by
Policastro Anne Louise
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 23, 2020
Closed on
Aug 19, 2020
Sold by
Boera Ryan M
Bought by
Policastro Anne Louise and Lawrence Tyler Harrison
Seller's Agent
Casey O'Neal
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sara Tibbetts
Weichert, REALTORS
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.97%
Original Mortgage
$680,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2003
Sold by
Merkle Gretchen
Bought by
Boera Ryan M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,500
Interest Rate
6.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1997
Sold by
Brown Alma P Estate Of
Bought by
Merkle Gretchen W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$126,000
Interest Rate
7.47%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Policastro Anne Louise | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Policastro Anne Louise | $850,000 | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Boera Ryan M | $430,000 | -- | |
| Merkle Gretchen W | $180,000 | Island Title Corp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Policastro Anne Louise | $680,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Merkle Gretchen W | $322,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Merkle Gretchen W | $126,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2020 08/21/20 | Sold | $850,000 | 0.0% | $440 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2020 07/23/20 | For Sale | $850,000 | 0.0% | $440 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2014 06/18/14 | Rented | $2,975 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/18/2014 06/18/14 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2014 06/05/14 | For Rent | $2,975 | +3.5% | -- |
| 07/18/2012 07/18/12 | Rented | $2,875 | -3.4% | -- |
| 07/18/2012 07/18/12 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2012 06/18/12 | For Rent | $2,975 | -- | -- |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,386 | $1,005,400 | $668,300 | $337,100 |
| 2024 | $10,239 | $991,200 | $663,300 | $327,900 |
| 2023 | $9,793 | $950,800 | $658,300 | $292,500 |
| 2022 | $9,429 | $915,400 | $618,300 | $297,100 |
| 2021 | $8,924 | $866,400 | $575,000 | $291,400 |
| 2020 | $7,349 | $716,300 | $520,000 | $196,300 |
| 2019 | $7,020 | $684,200 | $475,000 | $209,200 |
| 2018 | $6,949 | $711,100 | $478,400 | $232,700 |
| 2017 | $6,787 | $674,700 | $442,000 | $232,700 |
| 2016 | $6,745 | $680,600 | $509,900 | $170,700 |
| 2015 | $6,876 | $690,400 | $500,000 | $190,400 |
| 2014 | $6,140 | $616,500 | $475,200 | $141,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Casey O'Neal
-
Sara Tibbetts
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Sara Tibbetts
Weichert Corporate
(703) 994-3639
3 Total Sales
-
David Norod
D
Seller's Agent in 2014
David Norod
W J D Management
(703) 677-4839
14 Total Sales
-
Gary FitzGibbon
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Gary FitzGibbon
RE/MAX Gateway, LLC
(703) 963-8707
137 Total Sales
-
Elizabeth Lucchesi
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Elizabeth Lucchesi
Long & Foster
(703) 868-5676
236 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAAR165956
APN: 21-008-019
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