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Property Description
Timeless Old Town Treasure on Captain's Row The Captain Harper House, located at 103 Prince, is a remarkable residence dating back to 1769. Occupying a prime position on Old Town's iconic cobblestone "Captain's Row," this rare offering not only captures the character of 18th-century Alexandria with its preserved period details and original elements but also presents the best of modern luxury living with smart and tasteful updates. The historic home has been exceptionally maintained over the years. Its special features include 9-10' high ceilings, wide-planked hardwood floors, hand-crafted millwork, elegant built-in cabinetry and a covered alleyway. While the house has been updated to modern luxury living standards, its notable historic elements have been carefully preserved. The home offers formal living and dining rooms, a spacious gourmet kitchen featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances and a half bath on the main level. Upstairs is a spacious primary suite with a private den/library and a spa-like bath with a soaking tub and separate walk-in shower. The top floor houses a large ensuite bedroom with an updated full bath. A private patio at the rear of the house allows for outdoor entertaining in a tranquil, brick patio environment. 103 Prince has been both a cherished private residence and an exceptionally successful AirBnB over the years. It is a wonderful property with flexible options. 103 Prince is located just one block away from King Street's renown restaurants, boutiques, parks, and the Potomac River waterfront. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, an income-generating property, or the best of both worlds, this special Captain's Row home offers a perfect blend of legacy, charm and modern luxury living. Experience the vibrant, walkable city life in one of Alexandria's most coveted historic neighborhoods! Please note: dimensions on floor plans and square footage are approximate and should not be used for property valuation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 103 Prince St
General
- Sold For: $1,200,000
- Taxes: $11,813 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAX2047660
- Added to Site: 180 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Library, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Primary Bathroom, Upper 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room, Main
- Library: Library, Upper 1
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Brick, Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: Alexandria City
- Development Name: Old Town Alexandria
- Subdivision: Old Town Alexandria
- Cross Streets: Union
- Driving Directions: Please see Google Maps
- Direction Faces: Southeast
- Location Details: Urban
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Alexandria City Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiant
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Community
- Utility Description: Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Water Available, Cable TV Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Twin/Semi-Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Walls/Ceilings: 9'+ Ceilings, Plaster Walls
- Windows: Casement
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 1,573
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,573 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1769
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
- Unit Floor in Bldg.: 3
Lot Features
- Property View: Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 680
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Street/Road Desc.: Other
- Zoning: RM
- Fencing (Description): Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $825.81
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $11,813
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,040,834
- Tax Amount: $11,813
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1573
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 103
Listed by Compass, MaryEllen Rotondo
Sold by Serhant, Christine R Garner
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Schools
Schools serving 103 Prince St
School District:Alexandria City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lyles-Crouch Elementary 530 South Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Alexandria City High School 3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 103 Prince St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/15/2025
Sold
$1,200,000
-7.62%
MLS
7/22/2025
Listed
$1,299,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
103 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (MLS# VAAX2047660) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,200,000 on October 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 103 Prince Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Alexandria? You can browse all Alexandria real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

