NOT LISTED FOR SALE

968 N Rochester St Arlington, VA 22205

Estimated Value: $1,183,000 - $1,517,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,907 Sq Ft
$362/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2024

Last sale price $1,415,000 $362 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,726/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Swanson Middle School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Partially Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of May 2024

Amazing Expanded/Remodeled Split Level with tons of natural sunlight, in Highly sought after Falls Church City School District. Spacious 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home w/ Wood Floors and approximately 3,600 sq ft of living space on four levels, and a fantastic lot of over 1/4 acre. *** Main Level Entry Foyer opens to Formal Living Room w/ Gas Fireplace, Dining Room & Powder room. Eat-in Gourmet Kitchen w/ Granite countertops and Vaulted Ceiling opens to a cozy Family room, and overlooks the backyard Patio. Kitchen has large 5 Burner Gas Stove w/ Exhaust venting, plus separate Wall Oven, built-in Microwave, Trash Compactor, Dishwasher and tons of cabinet storage space. *** Upper Level features Spacious Primary Bedroom Suite w/ large walk-in closet plus second closet, Huge Bathroom w/ Dual Vanity, Soaking Tub, and separate Shower. Second Bedroom (with walk-in closet), and Third Bedroom shares a second full bathroom, plus an upper level Washer/Dryer. *** Lower Level features Fourth full Bedroom, Den/Office (which can easily convert to 5th Bedroom) w/ walk-in closet, Full Bathroom, and ground level walkout w/ Washer/Dryer & Attached Garage. (excellent opportunity for Separate In-Law Suite on lower two levels)*** Basement Level has Open floor plan w/ Full Kitchen w/ Granite countertops, Family Room w/ Gas Fireplace, room for Dining Table, plus Walk-in storage closet. Family Room & Kitchen come with existing furnishings, complete with pots, pans, plates, glasses & utensils. *** Backyard Features Large "Entertainers Dream" Private yard & Tiered Tuscan Terrace w/ Rustic Stone Wall & beautiful Water feature (as featured in DIY Network "Indoors Out" show). Patio, Deck & covered Pergola w/ built in Grilling area, fantastic for entertaining. Upper tier with new Storage Shed & plenty of room for a playset or private tranquility area. **** Highly sought after Falls Church City School Pyramid (or you can opt for Arlington County Schools)*** Less than 3/4 mile to East Falls Church Metro Station (Orange & Silver Lines), w/ easy access to Major Roadways (I-66, I-495, Routes 50, 29 & 7), and short commute to the Pentagon & Washington DC - Excellent Arlington School Pyramid (Yorktown High School), or Falls Church City School Pyramid (newly constructed Meridian High School). Home w/ Tax Records in both Falls Church City (53-218-024), and Arlington County (11-041-002) (also listed in Arlington under MLS#VAAR2041696).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Earman

Weichert, REALTORS Listed on: 04/01/2024

Weichert, REALTORS

Co-Listed By

Matt Earman

Weichert, REALTORS License #0225260061

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Dennis

Keller Williams Realty License #0225177255

Keller Williams Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,047

Year Built

  • Built in 1961 | Remodeled in 2010

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Landscaped
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Property is zoned R-1A R-6

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Basement Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 4 Levels
  • Traditional Floor Plan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Storage Room
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Second Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Trash Compactor
  • Compactor
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Connecting Stairway
  • Side Basement Entry
  • Basement with some natural light

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Outbuilding
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

  • Mount Daniel Elementary School
  • Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School
  • Meridian High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 53-218-024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,047

Year Built

Built in 1961 | Remodeled in 2010

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Split Level
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Year Renovated: 2010
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Amazing Expanded/Remodeled Split Level with tons of natural sunlight, in Highly sought after Falls Church City School District. Spacious 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath home w/ Wood Floors and approximately 3,600 sq ft of living space on four levels, and a fantastic lot of over 1/4 acre. *** Main Level Entry Foyer opens to Formal Living Room w/ Gas Fireplace, Dining Room & Powder room. Eat-in Gourmet Kitchen w/ Granite countertops and Vaulted Ceiling opens to a cozy Family room, and overlooks the backyard Patio. Kitchen has large 5 Burner Gas Stove w/ Exhaust venting, plus separate Wall Oven, built-in Microwave, Trash Compactor, Dishwasher and tons of cabinet storage space. *** Upper Level features Spacious Primary Bedroom Suite w/ large walk-in closet plus second closet, Huge Bathroom w/ Dual Vanity, Soaking Tub, and separate Shower. Second Bedroom (with walk-in closet), and Third Bedroom shares a second full bathroom, plus an upper level Washer/Dryer. *** Lower Level features Fourth full Bedroom, Den/Office (which can easily convert to 5th Bedroom) w/ walk-in closet, Full Bathroom, and ground level walkout w/ Washer/Dryer & Attached Garage. (excellent opportunity for Separate In-Law Suite on lower two levels) *** Basement Level has Open floor plan w/ Full Kitchen w/ Granite countertops, Family Room w/ Gas Fireplace, room for Dining Table, plus Walk-in storage closet. Family Room & Kitchen come with existing furnishings, complete with pots, pans, plates, glasses & utensils. *** Backyard Features Large "Entertainers Dream" Private yard & Tiered Tuscan Terrace w/ Rustic Stone Wall & beautiful Water feature (as featured in DIY Network "Indoors Out" show). Patio, Deck & covered Pergola w/ built in Grilling area, fantastic for entertaining. Upper tier with new Storage Shed & plenty of room for a playset or private tranquility area. **** Highly sought after Falls Church City School Pyramid (or you can opt for Arlington County Schools) *** Less than 3/4 mile to East Falls Church Metro Station (Orange & Silver Lines), w/ easy access to Major Roadways (I-66, I-495, Routes 50, 29 & 7), and short commute to the Pentagon & Washington DC - Excellent Arlington School Pyramid (Yorktown High School), or Falls Church City School Pyramid (newly constructed Meridian High School). Home w/ Tax Records in both Falls Church City (53-218-024), and Arlington County (11-041-002) (also listed in Arlington under MLS#VAAR2041696).
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Stove, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Oven/Range - Gas, Oven - Wall, Exhaust Fan
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Kitchen, Ceiling Fan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Floors
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Wall Ceiling Types: Dry Wall, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels Count: 4
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Office, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Side Entrance, Connecting Stairway, Walkout Level
  • Laundry Type: Upper Floor, Lower Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4137
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3907
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 483.20
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2887
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1020
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 230
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1250
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 968

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • All Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedroom: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Other Structures List: Shed
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Bbq Grill, Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Basement Garage, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 3
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

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
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • School District: FALLS CHURCH CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • Elementary School: MOUNT DANIEL
  • Middle School: MARY ELLEN HENDERSON
  • High School: MERIDIAN
  • Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
  • High School Source: Listing Agent
  • Middle School Source: Listing Agent
  • School District Key: 121138397149
  • School District Source: Listing Agent
  • Elementary School: MOUNT DANIEL
  • High School: MERIDIAN
  • Middle Or Junior School: MARY ELLEN HENDERSON

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Rear Yard, Partly Wooded, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.26
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 11330.00
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Year Assessed: 2024
  • Zoning: R-1A R-6
  • In City Limits: Yes

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14047.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 53-218-024
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Close Date: 05/15/2024

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: FALLS CHURCH CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2024
Closed on
May 10, 2024
Sold by
Powell Revocable Living Trust and Powell Edward B
Bought by
Muniz Joseph
Seller's Agent
Chris Earman
Weichert, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Dennis
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
1.43%
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
$1,491,983

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$76,983
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.05%
Original Mortgage
$1,132,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,119,067
Interest Rate
6.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$296,860

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 1993
Sold by
Tew J D
Bought by
Powell Edward B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,000
Interest Rate
6.9%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Muniz Joseph $1,415,000 First American Title
Powell Edward B $290,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Muniz Joseph $1,132,000
Previous Owner Powell Edward B $447,000
Previous Owner Powell Edward B $374,875
Previous Owner Powell Edward B $29,000
Previous Owner Powell Edward B $394,127
Previous Owner Powell Edward B $261,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2024 05/15/24 Sold $1,415,000 +1.4% $362 / Sq Ft
04/08/2024 04/08/24 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2024 04/01/24 For Sale $1,395,000 -- $357 / 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 $6,680 $646,700 $183,100 $463,600
2024 $5,296 $512,700 $181,700 $331,000
2023 $5,000 $485,400 $181,700 $303,700
2022 $4,928 $478,400 $174,700 $303,700
2021 $4,745 $460,700 $172,200 $288,500
2020 $4,641 $452,300 $163,800 $288,500
2019 $4,600 $448,300 $156,800 $291,500
2018 $4,489 $446,200 $151,200 $295,000
2017 $3,990 $396,600 $142,800 $253,800
2016 $4,202 $424,000 $137,200 $286,800
2015 $3,993 $400,900 $134,400 $266,500
2014 $3,564 $357,800 $127,400 $230,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VAFA2002132

Bright MLS

APN: 11-041-002