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Property Description
Charming Updated Home with Expansive Private Yard in a Prime Location! Welcome to this beautifully updated home nestled on an exceptionally large and private 1/3-acre wooded lot-an outdoor oasis just minutes from the heart of the city. There is plenty of land to expand this home and add additions to the existing home to make this your dream home in the city. The home is surrounded by lush gardens that also features a serene gazebo and outdoor bar, perfect for entertaining, along with a large shed or workshop offering endless possibilities. Inside, you'll find a spacious and thoughtfully maintained layout with 3 large bedrooms and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a 4th bedroom, home office, or guest suite. The home boasts 2 full bathrooms and a large finished basement ideal for recreation, relaxing, or extended living space. Recent upgrades include newly reconditioned hardwood floors throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a modernized kitchen with stainless steel appliances (fridge, dishwasher, and stove approx. 2022). The roof was replaced in 2015, insulation updated in 2017, and a new hot water heater was installed in December 2024. The air conditioning unit is on an annual service plan and is in excellent condition. Note, the Owner operates a Day Care business at the home and is retiring. If you are considering starting a home day care service, the home and the yard are city inspected and perfect for anyone wishing to start a day care business. The existing daycare clients love the location and are actively seeking a day care provider. This presents a unique opportunity to immediately expand your client base. Located just 3 minutes from I-395 and close to Seven Corners, Shirlington, Landmark, Crystal City, and Washington, DC, this home offers both tranquility and unbeatable convenience to shops, restaurants, and major commuter routes. Metro bus stop for the Pentagon across the street. Don't miss this rare combination of indoor comfort and outdoor retreat in an unbeatable city location!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5158 Echols Ave
General
- Sold For: $823,000
- Taxes: $7,642 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAX2047172
- Added to Site: 255 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- County: Alexandria City
- Development Name: Washington Forest
- Subdivision: Washington Forest
- Cross Streets: Seminary Road and Echols Ave
- Driving Directions: From I-95, Take Seminary Road WEST exit, Right on Echols Ave.
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Alexandria City Public Schools
- Elementary School: John Adams
- Middle School: Francis C Hammond
- High School: T.C. Williams
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Heat Pump(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Steel Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Heated, Fully Finished, Walkout Stairs
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,361
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,361 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1962
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.33
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,519
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R 12
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $566.51
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax: $7,642
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $673,361
- Tax Amount: $7,642
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2031
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Patio Furniture
- Inclusions: ***Backyard Gazebo ***Backyard Bar ***Swing ***Ring Cameras
- Section: 1
- Lot Number: 4
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Raymond Wilson
Sold by Fathom Realty, Mekalla Tyler
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Schools
Schools serving 5158 Echols Ave
School District:Alexandria City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
John Adams Elementary School 5651 Rayburn Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School 1501 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 | PK-5 | 4 mi |
Alexandria City High School 3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5158 Echols Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/04/2025
Sold
$823,000
-1.91%
MLS
7/23/2025
Listed
$839,000
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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.
5158 Echols Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311 (MLS# VAAX2047172) is a Single Family property that was sold at $823,000 on September 04, 2025. Want to learn more about 5158 Echols Avenue? 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.

