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2842 S Columbus St, Arlington, VA, 22206

$594,999

Home List Price

$7,066*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,383 SqFt
$430/SqFt
Townhouse

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2842 S Columbus St, Alexandria$594,999

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$7,066*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeTownhouse
ParkingOn Street, Parking Lot
Year Built1948
HeatingHeat Pump
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #VAAX2038844
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)

About 2842 S Columbus St

Stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Clarendon II model townhome in the highly desirable Fairlington Villages! Enjoy hardwood flooring throughout the main and upper levels, flooded with natural light and enhanced by recessed lighting and updated fixtures, with the original popcorn ceiling removed. The modern kitchen boasts granite countertops, white cabinetry with under-cabinet lighting, and stainless steel appliances. The separate dining area overlooks a fenced yard with a private patio. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features recessed lighting, updated fixtures, and a spacious closet with shelving. Another bedroom and a full bathroom with a granite-topped vanity and tub/shower combo complete the upper level. The lower level offers a roomy rec room and a versatile bonus room that can serve as an additional bedroom (NTC) or office, along with a full bathroom and a full-sized washer/dryer with extra shelving. Recent updates include a Water Heater (2023), Roof (2020), HVAC (2019), front windows (2020), refrigerator (2020), and dishwasher (2019). Fairlington Villages amenities include six pools, lighted tennis courts, tot lots, and walking trails. This fantastic neighborhood is conveniently located near DC, Amazon HQ, I-395, National Airport, Old Town Alexandria, bike trails, and the vibrant Shirlington area with its restaurants, theater, library, dog park, shops, and the Fairlington Farmers Market make this a community you can call home!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 1,383 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (703) 266-7277
  • Listing Agent: Ryanna Miller

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street, Parking Lot

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • T. C. Williams High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • John Adams Elementary School, Public Magnet Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From I-395, take King St exit. Head west on King St. Right on 28th St S. Right on S Columbus St.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $594,999
  • Price Per SqFt: $430/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,599
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Alexandria, VA

City

Med. Sold Price

$663.6K

Med. Price/SqFt

$382

Avg. Days On Market

21

# of Sold Homes

287

2842 S Columbus St vs Alexandria

18 DAYS ON ROCKET

-3 Days

$594,999

-$68.6K Less

$430/SqFt

+$47 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $68.6K less than the Median Sold Price and $47/SqFt more than other homes in Alexandria, VA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • MLS Number: #VAAX2038844

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (703) 266-7277
  • Listing Agent: Ryanna Miller

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Last updated on: 11/5/2024, 5:00:49 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jan 06, 2016Home Sold
$407,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$5,599$504,376
2020$5,043$446,350
2019$4,489$413,286
2018$4,490$397,309
2017$4,348$384,803

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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6
/10

  • John Adams Elementary School

  • 5651 Rayburn Ave

  • 1.26 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

High School

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3
/10

  • T. C. Williams High School

  • 3330 King St

  • 1.51 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $100,498. The most common annual income of people living in Alexandria, VA is between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 2842 S Columbus St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 2842 S Columbus St property is $594,999.

What type of property is this?

The property 2842 S Columbus St is a townhouse located in Arlington, Virginia, 22206.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 2842 S Columbus St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 2842 S Columbus St are:
John Adams Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10
T. C. Williams High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,599 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on January 6, 2016 for $407,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 2842 S Columbus St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 2842 S Columbus St is 1,383 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 2842 S Columbus St is 1948.

Rocket Homes›Virginia›Arlington County›Alexandria›22206›2842 S Columbus St

This home is located at 2842 S Columbus St in Arlington, VA and zip code 22206 in the Alexandria West neighborhood. This 1,383 square foot home was built in 1948. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $594,999.

Over 97 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Alexandria, VA. In the same period over 79 listings were sold below the listed price and 111 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Alexandria, VA increased by 9.8% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 21 days, the median list price was $663,621.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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