$790,000
SOLD APR 21, 2025

506 E Howell Ave Unit A Alexandria, VA 22301

Del Ray Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,206 Sq Ft
1,680 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$655 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

About This Home

As of April 2025

Meticulously maintained home combines modern updates with classic charm! Conveniently located just a few blocks from Mount Vernon Avenue, Potomac Yard Shopping and Potomac Yard Metro, this home allows you to experience the best of Del Ray living and the convenience of location.This charming three-level home offers two bedrooms, two full baths, and a fully finished basement. The open concept main level features hardwood floors with French doors that lead out to the back deck and yard. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and recessed lighting. The spacious living and dining area is perfect for both relaxation and entertainment.Upstairs, there are two bedrooms; the primary with two closets, and a second bedroom with ample space. To complete the upper level, there are hardwood floors, a full bathroom, and a linen closet. The fully finished basement has HEATED FLOORS, full bathroom, under-stair storage, washer and dryer, utility closet, and a tankless water heater. This versatile flex space can easily be used as a home office, family room or guest space.The exterior of the home has both a front and a backyard that are fully fenced. There is a quaint front porch and a rear deck as well as a rear parking pad, and a garden shed for additional storage. There have been many recent upgrades including: upgrades to the HVAC system, Solar Panels (that are owner owned), tankless water heater, bedroom ceiling fans and upper-level bathroom fan, chimney crown, cement and cinderblock work, main water shut-offs replaced, hose bib replacements, new icemaker, new shutters and flower boxes, and blinds on kitchen French door .Situated in a prime location, just a few blocks from the heart of Del Ray, where you’ll find access to local shops, restaurants, and cafes, YMCA, Orange Theory, tennis and pickleball courts Simpson Dog Park, Inova Health Center, Oakville, and Potomac Yard Shopping Center, and easy access to local bike trails.Public transportation is also very convenient with a close distance to Potomac Yard Metro Station, bus stop with direct routes to Old Town and Crystal City. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, location, and convenience. With so many updates already completed, all that’s left to do is move in and enjoy. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this gem in Del Ray your home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Trish McKenna

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #599492 Listed on: 03/14/2025

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Blake Davenport

TTR Sotheby's International Realty License #0225222211

TTR Sotheby's International Realty

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,267

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 1,680 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Treatments
  • Dining Area
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • 1 Driveway Space
  • Alley Access
  • On-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 505
  • Assessor Parcel Number 13859000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Del Ray Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,267

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-03-14
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Meticulously maintained home combines modern updates with classic charm! Conveniently located just a few blocks from Mount Vernon Avenue, Potomac Yard Shopping and Potomac Yard Metro, this home allows you to experience the best of Del Ray living and the convenience of location. This charming three-level home offers two bedrooms, two full baths, and a fully finished basement. The open concept main level features hardwood floors with French doors that lead out to the back deck and yard. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and recessed lighting. The spacious living and dining area is perfect for both relaxation and entertainment. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms; the primary with two closets, and a second bedroom with ample space. To complete the upper level, there are hardwood floors, a full bathroom, and a linen closet. The fully finished basement has HEATED FLOORS, full bathroom, under-stair storage, washer and dryer, utility closet, and a tankless water heater. This versatile flex space can easily be used as a home office, family room or guest space. The exterior of the home has both a front and a backyard that are fully fenced. There is a quaint front porch and a rear deck as well as a rear parking pad, and a garden shed for additional storage. There have been many recent upgrades including: upgrades to the HVAC system, Solar Panels (that are owner owned), tankless water heater, bedroom ceiling fans and upper-level bathroom fan, chimney crown, cement and cinderblock work, main water shut-offs replaced, hose bib replacements, new icemaker, new shutters and flower boxes, and blinds on kitchen French door . Situated in a prime location, just a few blocks from the heart of Del Ray, where you’ll find access to local shops, restaurants, and cafes, YMCA, Orange Theory, tennis and pickleball courts Simpson Dog Park, Inova Health Center, Oakville, and Potomac Yard Shopping Center, and easy access to local bike trails. Public transportation is also very convenient with a close distance to Potomac Yard Metro Station, bus stop with direct routes to Old Town and Crystal City. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort, location, and convenience. With so many updates already completed, all that’s left to do is move in and enjoy. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to make this gem in Del Ray your home!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater - Tankless
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Fully Finished
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 1206
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1206
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 960.34
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 832
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 374
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 374
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 506

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper 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: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 1
  • Type Of Parking: Alley, Driveway, On Street
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 1

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121139111593
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Wood, Fully
  • Land Use Code: 58
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 1680.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R 2-5
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8267.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13859000
  • Tax Lot: 505
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 1206
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Close Date: 04/21/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 14, 2025
Closed on
Apr 21, 2025
Sold by
Winslow Leonard Francis
Bought by
Burleigh John Gordon
Seller's Agent
Trish McKenna
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Blake Davenport
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$810,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.47%
Total Days on Market
9
Views
73

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.27%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 10, 2022
Closed on
Mar 11, 2022
Sold by
Ali Simmons Mikhail and Lee Kathryn
Bought by
Winslow Leonard Francis
Seller's Agent
Jacob Wagner
KW Metro Center
Buyer's Agent
Trish McKenna
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$727,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$23,000
3.16%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.68%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2017
Closed on
Mar 23, 2017
Sold by
Simel Michael J
Bought by
Peters David Alexander and Peters Kerri L
Seller's Agent
Donna Cramer
Corcoran McEnearney
Buyer's Agent
Joan Peters
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$560,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
2.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.49%
Original Mortgage
$575,000
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2013
Closed on
Jun 17, 2013
Sold by
Slotman John B
Bought by
Simel Michael J
Seller's Agent
Robyn Bomar
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Donna Cramer
Corcoran McEnearney
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$497,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-0.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.95%
Original Mortgage
$447,300
Interest Rate
3.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2010
Sold by
Vaughan Katrina L
Bought by
Slotman Jessica A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$466,371
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2006
Sold by
Fleming Julie A
Bought by
Vaughn Katrina L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,952,000
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2002
Sold by
Herrington Julie
Bought by
Fleming Julie A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,124
Interest Rate
6.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2002
Sold by
Lecureux Steven M
Bought by
Herrington Julie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$189,600
Interest Rate
6.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 1995
Sold by
Publiese Rachel P
Bought by
Lecureux Steven M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,100
Interest Rate
7.61%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $790,000 Old Republic National Title
Deed $750,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $575,000 Rgs Title
Warranty Deed $497,000 --
Warranty Deed $475,000 --
Warranty Deed $369,000 --
Deed $257,900 --
Deed $237,000 --
Deed $89,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $600,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $539,713 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $575,000 VA
Previous Owner $447,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $466,371 FHA
Previous Owner $2,952,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $255,124 No Value Available
Previous Owner $189,600 No Value Available
Previous Owner $80,100 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Sold $790,000 -1.1% $655 / Sq Ft
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Price Changed $799,000 -1.4% $663 / Sq Ft
03/14/2025 03/14/25 For Sale $810,000 +8.0% $672 / Sq Ft
03/11/2022 03/11/22 Sold $750,000 +3.2% $622 / Sq Ft
02/14/2022 02/14/22 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2022 02/10/22 For Sale $727,000 +1.0% $603 / Sq Ft
06/15/2021 06/15/21 Sold $720,000 +6.7% $597 / Sq Ft
05/14/2021 05/14/21 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2021 05/13/21 For Sale $674,900 +17.4% $560 / Sq Ft
03/23/2017 03/23/17 Sold $575,000 +2.7% $691 / Sq Ft
02/21/2017 02/21/17 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2017 02/17/17 For Sale $560,000 +12.7% $673 / Sq Ft
06/21/2013 06/21/13 Sold $497,000 -0.6% $412 / Sq Ft
04/23/2013 04/23/13 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2013 04/18/13 For Sale $499,900 -- $415 / 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 $8,900 $728,407 $445,667 $282,740
2023 $8,076 $727,595 $445,667 $281,928
2022 $7,841 $706,373 $424,445 $281,928
2021 $7,089 $638,671 $359,699 $278,972
2020 $7,282 $621,396 $342,424 $278,972
2019 $6,603 $584,377 $305,405 $278,972
2018 $6,603 $584,377 $305,405 $278,972
2017 $6,310 $558,363 $282,783 $275,580
2016 $5,720 $533,045 $267,358 $265,687
2015 $5,384 $516,174 $250,487 $265,687
2014 $5,146 $493,404 $227,715 $265,689
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAX2042030

Bright MLS

APN: 035.03-03-04