NOT LISTED FOR SALE

557 E Nelson Ave Alexandria, VA 22301

Del Ray Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $732,000 - $840,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,236 Sq Ft
$652/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 25, 2022

Last sale price $750,000 $607 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,132/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Recreation Room
  • No HOA
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Eugene Simpson Stadium Park

About This Home

As of July 2022

Come experience the exquisitely designed and move-in ready living at 557 E. Nelson. This end-unit townhouse has a fully-fenced back and side yard with gorgeous landscaping and lots of room to entertain. As you enter the home, you'll find meticulously maintained hardwood floors throughout the open living room and dining room. From the kitchen, converse with guests through the kitchen and dining room pass through. Enjoy updated stainless steel appliances with gleaming granite countertops, soft-close cabinets, and white arabesque mosaic backsplash completing the kitchen to perfection. The kitchen features storage and pantry space in the addition leading to the rear patio door. Travel upstairs to find that the stunning hardwood floors continue in the primary and secondary bedrooms. The primary bedroom includes three deep closets and tons of natural light. The second bedroom (currently staged as a child's room) easily fits a queen bed and features an accent wall. Bright hallway bath tops off the upper level. The lower level has a spacious recreation room/third bedroom space with another deep closet, access to the washer/dryer, and a truly stunning second bathroom with an expansive walk-in shower. Basement includes rear exterior access as well. Basement tiling is heated--these owners thought of everything! Nest thermostat too! Be sure to notice that power lines have been relocated and buried underground so you have unobstructed backyard views! Backyard also includes a private parking pad and a HUGE storage shed. Walking distance to the Braddock metro, Swing's Coffee Roasters, and all Del Ray restaurants and shops--you'll find 101 reasons to love 557 E. Nelson Ave!

Stop by and be one of the first people to preview this fabulous home on Thursday, June 30 from 5-7pm!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Morgan Willemsen

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. License #671387 Listed on: 06/30/2022

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Michele Scardina

Compass License #SP600841

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,850

Year Built

  • Built in 1939 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

  • 3,552 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Property is in very good condition

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Foundation
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Treatments
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Front Loading Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Connecting Stairway
  • Rear Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Energy-Efficient Lighting

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Municipal Trash
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 13477000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Linden Gardens Subdivision

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,850

Year Built

Built in 1939 | Remodeled in 2020

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: End Of Row/Townhouse
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Historic: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2022-06-30
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Year Renovated: 2020
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Come experience the exquisitely designed and move-in ready living at 557 E. Nelson. This end-unit townhouse has a fully-fenced back and side yard with gorgeous landscaping and lots of room to entertain. As you enter the home, you'll find meticulously maintained hardwood floors throughout the open living room and dining room. From the kitchen, converse with guests through the kitchen and dining room pass through. Enjoy updated stainless steel appliances with gleaming granite countertops, soft-close cabinets, and white arabesque mosaic backsplash completing the kitchen to perfection. The kitchen features storage and pantry space in the addition leading to the rear patio door. Travel upstairs to find that the stunning hardwood floors continue in the primary and secondary bedrooms. The primary bedroom includes three deep closets and tons of natural light. The second bedroom (currently staged as a child's room) easily fits a queen bed and features an accent wall. Bright hallway bath tops off the upper level. The lower level has a spacious recreation room/third bedroom space with another deep closet, access to the washer/dryer, and a truly stunning second bathroom with an expansive walk-in shower. Basement includes rear exterior access as well. Basement tiling is heated--these owners thought of everything! Nest thermostat too! Be sure to notice that power lines have been relocated and buried underground so you have unobstructed backyard views! Backyard also includes a private parking pad and a HUGE storage shed. Walking distance to the Braddock metro, Swing's Coffee Roasters, and all Del Ray restaurants and shops--you'll find 101 reasons to love 557 E. Nelson Ave! Stop by and be one of the first people to preview this fabulous home on Thursday, June 30 from 5-7pm!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
  • Window Features: Energy Efficient
  • Fireplace: No
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Recreation Room
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance
  • Laundry Type: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 1236
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1236
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 852.27
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 880
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 356
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 356
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 557

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: Masonry
  • Exterior Features: Secure Storage
  • Spa: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: Yes

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

  • Horses: No
  • Fencing: Fully
  • Land Use Code: 061
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Sideyard(s)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 3552.00
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Zoning: RB
  • In City Limits: Yes

Green Features

  • Efficiency: Lighting

Rental Info

  • Ground Rent Exists: No
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Vacation Rental: No
  • Property Manager: No

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 18295777
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7850.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13477000
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 07/25/2022

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2022
Closed on
Jul 22, 2022
Sold by
Lee Sciiantz Jarred and Milan Marta
Bought by
Gaffney Nicholas and Gaffney Camille
Seller's Agent
Morgan Willemsen
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michele Scardina
Compass
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Current Estimated Value
$805,717

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$55,717
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.05%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$645,685
Interest Rate
5.23%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$177,009

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2015
Closed on
Apr 17, 2015
Sold by
Altum Justin and Spinger Kate
Bought by
Schantz Jarred L
Seller's Agent
Ann Duff
Corcoran McEnearney
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Parker
Samson Properties
List Price
$574,900
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.59%
Original Mortgage
$464,000
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2007
Sold by
Forbes Elizabeth
Bought by
Altum Justin and Springer,Kate

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$390,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2000
Sold by
Johnson Keith E
Bought by
Strackbein Marye

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,125
Interest Rate
8.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 1996
Sold by
Stone Kimberly G
Bought by
Johnson Keith E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$137,150
Interest Rate
7.34%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gaffney Nicholas $750,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Schantz Jarred L $580,000 --
Altum Justin $4,875,000 --
Strackbein Marye $167,500 --
Johnson Keith E $134,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gaffney Nicholas $675,000
Previous Owner Schantz Jarred Lee $355,700
Previous Owner Schantz Jarred L $464,000
Previous Owner Altum Justin $394,479
Previous Owner Altum Justin $390,000
Previous Owner Johnson Keith E $159,125
Previous Owner Johnson Keith E $137,150
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2022 07/25/22 Sold $750,000 0.0% $607 / Sq Ft
07/03/2022 07/03/22 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2022 06/30/22 For Sale $750,000 0.0% $607 / Sq Ft
03/16/2020 03/16/20 Rented $2,950 +1.9% --
03/06/2020 03/06/20 Under Contract -- -- --
03/06/2020 03/06/20 Off Market $2,895 -- --
03/04/2020 03/04/20 For Rent $2,895 0.0% --
04/17/2015 04/17/15 Sold $580,000 +0.9% $671 / Sq Ft
03/11/2015 03/11/15 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2015 03/06/15 For Sale $574,900 -- $665 / 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
2025 $8,909 $732,300 $423,795 $308,505
2024 $8,909 $729,188 $423,795 $305,393
2023 $8,108 $730,428 $423,795 $306,633
2022 $8,103 $730,000 $423,795 $306,205
2021 $7,338 $661,063 $365,341 $295,722
2020 $7,468 $637,162 $341,440 $295,722
2019 $6,796 $601,394 $316,259 $285,135
2018 $7,197 $601,394 $316,259 $285,135
2017 $6,554 $579,969 $287,508 $292,461
2016 $6,104 $568,911 $276,450 $292,461
2015 $5,568 $533,862 $266,750 $267,112
2014 -- $529,271 $253,388 $275,883
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Morgan Willemsen

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Morgan Willemsen

    Long & Foster

    (703) 399-9878

    1 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Morgan Willemsen
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  • Michele Scardina

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Michele Scardina

    Compass

    (202) 510-2955

    3 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Michele Scardina
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  • Daniel Lusk

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Daniel Lusk

    McWilliams/Ballard Inc.

    (202) 412-8885

    2 in this area

    244 Total Sales

    Daniel Lusk
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  • Ann Duff

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Ann Duff

    McEnearney Associates

    (703) 965-8700

    57 Total Sales

    Ann Duff
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Peggy Parker

    Samson Properties

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAAX2014346

Bright MLS

APN: 044.01-04-30

Virginia Alexandria County Alexandria 22301 Del Ray

557 E Nelson Ave, Alexandria, VA

This home is located at 557 E Nelson Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 since 30 June 2022 and is currently estimated at $805,717, approximately $651 per square foot. This property was built in 1939. 557 E Nelson Ave is a home located in Alexandria City with nearby schools including Jefferson-Houston Elementary School, Alexandria City High School, and The Del Ray Montessori School.

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