Terry Barr
Coldwell Banker Realty
(717) 775-7028
68 Total Sales
2 in Alexandria West
$365,100 Price Range
5537 Gary Ave Alexandria, VA 22311
Alexandria West NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $588,000 - $821,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,211
Sq Ft
$327/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Open Floorplan
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 1-minute walk to Chambliss Park
About This Home
As of December 2025A SUPER RENTAL PRICE $3750/MONTH AND ... PRIMO LOCATION! Mid-Century Classic, large and bright split level home in Shirley Forest, in West Alexandria! 4 Bedrooms + 1 Flex/Bed room, 3 Full Updated Bathrooms, open concept combined Kitchen/Dining/Living area with steps down to Rec Room and Entry level. Features include open Foyer space; entry level Bedroom + full shower stall Bathroom; ceiling fans in Bedrooms, hardscaped back Patio area with fire pit, fully fenced back yard that includes a shed and raised garden beds. House is in excellent condition with solid flooring throughout (no carpet!), repainted walls in neutral base color, and large windows throughout; NEW DISHWASHER (2025); HVAC, HOT WATER TANK and BUILT-IN MICROWAVE all replaced 2024. Lower level Laundry/utility room also has back yard access doorway. Home is located on a street with sidewalks and only blocks away to local schools, playgrounds, biking trails, parks, and tennis/pickleball courts, dog park, retail and restaurants. Dowden Terrace membership pool located within the community. Metro and Dash bus stops are 3 blocks away along Seminary Road or Beauregard Rd; I-395 is less than .5 miles away. Rental available immediately. Lease min. 12 months w/option to renew with annual 5% rent increase; minimum annual combined household income of $175,000/year to qualify; Max. 3 combined household incomes to qualify; Min credit score is 680; Pets: YES - case by case, Max. 2 pets; max combined weight 50 lbs. $500.00 /pet refundable security deposit and $50/pet monthly pet rent; NO Smoking of any kind permitted in/around the property. Wood Burning Fireplace is DECOR ONLY; not useable. Apply online via RentSpree links with $50 non-refundable application fee per any one18 yo+ regardless of rent responsibility. Local landlord self-managing the property. Landlord reserves the right to final decision on any application. Book all showings online; all showings done by appointment or contact listing agent for showing appointment. Owner landlord will review all applications and respond with any questions and final decision. Don't wait - get home now just in time to enjoy the fall and holiday seasons!
Last Agent to Rent the Property
(703) 224-6000 mkjhomes@kw.com KW Metro Center Listed on: 10/01/2025
Last Renter's Agent
(855) 450-0442 dmvbroker@therealbrokerage.com Real Broker, LLC License #0225243881
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1959
Lot Details
- 8,001 Sq Ft Lot
- Stone Retaining Walls
- Back Yard Fenced
- Chain Link Fence
- Extensive Hardscape
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned R 8
Home Design
- Split Level Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Property has 4 Levels
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Screen For Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- 2 Driveway Spaces
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Storage Shed
Schools
- John Adams Elementary School
- Francis C. Hammond Middle School
- Alexandria City High School
Utilities
- Air Filtration System
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Municipal Trash
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Shirley Forest Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Residential Lease
- Security Deposit $3,750
- Tenant pays for cable TV, exterior maintenance, fireplace/flue cleaning, frozen waterpipe damage, gutter cleaning, insurance, lawn/tree/shrub care, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, minor interior maintenance, pest control, snow removal, sewer, all utilities
- The owner pays for insurance, personal property taxes, real estate taxes, trash collection
- Rent includes parking, trash removal
- No Smoking Allowed
- 12-Month Lease Term
- Available 11/10/25
- $50 Application Fee
- $175 Repair Deductible
- Assessor Parcel Number 41896000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 8, 2010
Sold by
Hsbc Bank
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 2009
Sold by
Equity Trustees Llc Sub Tr
Bought by
Hsbc Bank Usa Na
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2006
Sold by
O'boyle Suzanne M
Bought by
Gamboa Wilmer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
6.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Alexandria West, VA
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Terry Barr
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Darnell Eaton
Darnell Eaton
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(240) 563-9573
164 Total Sales
1 in Alexandria West
$225,000 Price
-
Adam Skrincosky
Adam Skrincosky
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(240) 253-6892
61 Total Sales
1 in Alexandria West
$619,500 Price
-
Heather Reis-Platter
Heather Reis-Platter
EXP Realty, LLC
(571) 520-7914
29 Total Sales
2 in Alexandria West
$262K - $399K Price Range
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Lou Rangel
Lou Rangel
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(571) 520-7581
44 Total Sales
1 in Alexandria West
$310,000 Price
-
Michael Webb
Michael Webb
RE/MAX Allegiance
(202) 902-8530
163 Total Sales
2 in Alexandria West
$325K - $694K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $360,000 | -- | ||
| Hsbc Bank Usa Na | $356,915 | -- | |
| Gamboa Wilmer | $55,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $277,000 | ||
| Closed | Vo Anbinh | $288,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gamboa Wilmer | $440,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gamboa Wilmer | $110,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gamboa Wilmer | $110,000,537 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Rented | $3,850 | +2.7% | -- |
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/31/2025 10/31/25 | For Rent | $3,750 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | For Rent | $3,750 | +7.4% | -- |
| 10/24/2024 10/24/24 | Rented | $3,490 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/16/2024 10/16/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2024 09/26/24 | For Rent | $3,490 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/26/2024 09/26/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/19/2024 09/19/24 | Price Changed | $3,490 | -5.7% | $1 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2024 09/12/24 | For Rent | $3,700 | -- | -- |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,451 | $703,916 | $360,675 | $343,241 |
| 2025 | $8,435 | $671,223 | $346,800 | $324,423 |
| 2024 | $8,435 | $671,223 | $346,800 | $324,423 |
| 2023 | $7,176 | $646,480 | $330,117 | $316,363 |
| 2022 | $6,888 | $620,532 | $314,398 | $306,134 |
| 2021 | $6,433 | $579,555 | $293,830 | $285,725 |
| 2020 | $6,830 | $566,346 | $285,272 | $281,074 |
| 2019 | $6,159 | $545,043 | $274,300 | $270,743 |
| 2018 | $6,159 | $545,043 | $274,300 | $270,743 |
| 2017 | $5,804 | $513,609 | $256,300 | $257,309 |
| 2016 | $5,300 | $493,983 | $236,674 | $257,309 |
| 2015 | $5,152 | $493,983 | $236,674 | $257,309 |
| 2014 | $5,000 | $479,340 | $229,781 | $249,559 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Marietta Jemison
Landlord's Agent in 2025
Marietta Jemison
KW Metro Center
(703) 282-2840
22 in this area
112 Total Sales
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Nicole Rhoads
Tenant's Agent in 2025
Nicole Rhoads
Real Broker, LLC
(703) 638-9657
1 in this area
60 Total Sales
-
Ellen Mulholland
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Ellen Mulholland
KW Metro Center
(540) 729-2550
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAAX2050222
APN: 010.03-08-17
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