5849 Colfax Ave Alexandria, VA 22311
Estimated payment $6,125/month
Total Views
18,745
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,394
Sq Ft
$386
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Deck
- Stream or River on Lot
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near a park
- Traditional Floor Plan
About This Home
MOTIVATED SELLER - PRICE FURTHER IMPROVED !! AWESOME LOCATION !! Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood with Tons of renovations w/180-degree view of terraced garden cascading to a winding stream. Minutes away from shopping, restaurants, Pentagon, 395 and DC. An open floor plan with a large kitchen, family room with a fireplace and French doors that open to a large deck overlooking the woods. The main level offers a formal living and dining room and a half bath. The upper level has 4 bedrooms and two full baths and the laundry room. The master suite includes a full bath with sunroof, closet with built in shelves and storage space and a separate room that can be used as a nursery or an office space. The basement has been converted into an in-law suite with separate entrance, a bedroom, full bath, closet space, kitchenet and a living room that opens up to the patio overlooking the woods.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,914
Year Built
- Built in 1983
Lot Details
- 8,795 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Property is in excellent condition
- Property is zoned 131
HOA Fees
- $13 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Shake Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,394 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 3 Levels
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Built-In Features
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Screen For Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Bay Window
- Window Screens
- French Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Game Room
- Garden Views
Kitchen
- Eat-In Gourmet Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- En-Suite Bathroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Front and Rear Basement Entry
- Basement with some natural light
Outdoor Features
- Stream or River on Lot
- Deck
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Glen Forest Elementary School
- Glasgow Middle School
- Justice High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- The Palisades Subdivision, Mt Vernon Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0614 34 0021
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $11,914 | $980,490 | $349,000 | $631,490 |
| 2023 | $11,111 | $941,200 | $334,000 | $607,200 |
| 2022 | $9,782 | $813,890 | $284,000 | $529,890 |
| 2021 | $9,055 | $737,530 | $249,000 | $488,530 |
| 2020 | $8,587 | $694,270 | $229,000 | $465,270 |
| 2019 | $8,543 | $689,270 | $224,000 | $465,270 |
| 2018 | $7,766 | $675,340 | $224,000 | $451,340 |
| 2017 | $8,186 | $675,340 | $224,000 | $451,340 |
| 2016 | $4,085 | $675,340 | $224,000 | $451,340 |
| 2015 | $7,403 | $632,440 | $215,000 | $417,440 |
| 2014 | $7,142 | $610,380 | $209,000 | $401,380 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Rented | $3,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | For Rent | $3,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/25/2025 06/25/25 | Price Changed | $925,000 | -2.6% | $386 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Price Changed | $950,000 | -2.6% | $397 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Price Changed | $975,000 | -2.5% | $407 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2025 05/10/25 | For Sale | $1,000,000 | 0.0% | $418 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2022 05/18/22 | Rented | $3,950 | +1.3% | -- |
| 05/10/2022 05/10/22 | For Rent | $3,900 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/03/2015 04/03/15 | Sold | $676,500 | +1.0% | $197 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2015 03/01/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/26/2015 02/26/15 | For Sale | $669,500 | -- | $195 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Accommodation | |
| Warranty Deed | $676,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $490,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $490,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $531,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $540,900 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAFX2237812
APN: 0614-34-0021
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