Seller's Agent in 2025
Jim Roy
LuxManor Real Estate, Inc
(301) 254-7253
3 in this area
115 Total Sales
5867 Doris Dr Alexandria, VA 22311
Alexandria West Neighborhood
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,926
Sq Ft
0.38
Acres
Highlights
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- 2 Fireplaces
- 4-minute walk to Glen Hills Park
About This Home
As of May 2025This wonderful midcentury home set on a private third of an acre corner lot is like nothing you've experienced before. Located in Dowden Terrace backing to Dora Kelley Nature Park and Holmes Run Trail. Just imagine living in the middle of the city while also being able to step out your back door and be seconds away from beautifully wooded nature trails and a 50-acre nature preserve. Walking in the front door you'll be wowed with breath-taking view of trees through the large windows throughout. This well maintained 2-level home features 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 3,471 finished square feet, 2 brick wood-burning fireplaces, hardwood floors, fully finished basement, upper level deck and lower level screened in patio. The main living area has floor to ceiling windows allowing natural light to flow throughout the upper level as well as a secluded view of the wooded park. The huge primary bedroom stuns with vaulted beamed wood ceiling offering extraordinary views through picture windows of trees. Open concept kitchen to family room with vaulted ceilings for fabulous entertaining. Turn the lower level bonus room with walkout to screened porch into a guest suite, office, fitness/yoga space, billiards room! You decide. The neighborhood offers walking and biking trails, a playground, and a membership pool. Conveniently located to I-395, Dash and Metro Bus stops, less than 10 miles to each downtown DC and Reagan International Airport, approximately 6 miles to Old Town Alexandria, and easy access to restaurants, retail shopping and so much more. You simply will not believe how this house will make you feel. You will exhale and fall in love the all the amazing features of this truly special one of a kind home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Corcoran McEnearney License #0225251374 Listed on: 04/29/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,769
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 0.38 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Property is in very good condition
- Property is zoned R 12
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- Property has 2 Levels
- Ceiling Fan
- 2 Fireplaces
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Workshop
- Screened Porch
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Breakfast Room
- Built-In Range
- Stove
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Connecting Stairway
- Basement Windows
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
- 3 Driveway Spaces
- 1 Attached Carport Space
Schools
- John Adams Elementary School
- Francis C. Hammond Middle School
- Alexandria City High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 6
- Assessor Parcel Number 42544000
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Dowden Terrace Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
May 16, 2025
Sold by
Combs Clayton Lee
Bought by
Delgado Jesse and Delgado Maria
Seller's Agent
Jim Roy
LuxManor Real Estate, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Megan Sills
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$1,225,000
Sold Price
$1,173,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$52,000
-4.24%
Views
219
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,573
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.71%
Original Mortgage
$1,211,709
Outstanding Balance
$1,209,571
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$47,144
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2022
Closed on
May 31, 2022
Sold by
Mcculla Iii William L and Revell Cheryl
Bought by
Combs Clayton Lee
Seller's Agent
Casey Shaw
Corcoran McEnearney
Buyer's Agent
Jim Roy
LuxManor Real Estate, Inc
List Price
$889,000
Sold Price
$1,040,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
16.99%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.15%
Original Mortgage
$1,077,440
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2011
Sold by
Mcculla William L
Bought by
Mcculla William L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$312,000
Interest Rate
4.53%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,173,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | $1,040,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $512,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,211,709 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $1,077,440 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $312,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/16/2025 05/16/25 | Sold | $1,173,000 | -2.2% | $338 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2025 04/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/08/2025 04/08/25 | Price Changed | $1,199,000 | -2.1% | $345 / Sq Ft |
| 03/05/2025 03/05/25 | For Sale | $1,225,000 | +17.8% | $353 / Sq Ft |
| 05/31/2022 05/31/22 | Sold | $1,040,000 | +17.0% | $265 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2022 05/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2022 04/29/22 | For Sale | $889,000 | -- | $226 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bright MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $12,661 | $1,024,904 | $419,828 | $605,076 |
| 2024 | $12,661 | $1,024,904 | $419,828 | $605,076 |
| 2023 | $11,376 | $1,024,904 | $419,828 | $605,076 |
| 2022 | $10,251 | $923,489 | $411,372 | $512,117 |
| 2021 | $8,926 | $804,176 | $357,715 | $446,461 |
| 2020 | $8,979 | $757,665 | $337,467 | $420,198 |
| 2019 | $8,106 | $717,386 | $315,390 | $401,996 |
| 2018 | $8,106 | $717,386 | $315,390 | $401,996 |
| 2017 | $7,895 | $698,661 | $303,227 | $395,434 |
| 2016 | $7,497 | $698,661 | $303,227 | $395,434 |
| 2015 | $7,161 | $686,610 | $297,282 | $389,328 |
| 2014 | $7,174 | $687,861 | $258,506 | $429,355 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jim Roy
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Megan Sills
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Megan Sills
EXP Realty, LLC
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Casey Shaw
Seller's Agent in 2022
Casey Shaw
McEnearney Associates
(479) 936-0129
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
-
Rebecca McCullough
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Rebecca McCullough
McEnearney Associates
(571) 384-0941
2 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bright MLS
MLS Number: VAAX2012212
APN: 018.02-01-18
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