Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/16/2026
Listed
$699,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Welcome to 520 E Mount Ida Ave. This 2 bedroom, one bath home with an unfinished basement is perfectly located in the Potomac Yards Corridor and is an exceptional value in sought -after Del Ray. This property presents a rare opportunity for investors, builders, or buyers seeking a renovation or redevelopment project in one of the most desirable neighborhoods, is livable, with a lot of TLC. Situated on a 3,374 sq ft lot with a shared driveway( city records indicates the driveway ownership is with 520.) The home offers the flexibility for those looking to remodel the existing brick structure, or rebuild on the current footprint with the potential to add an additional level. (Buyer to verify zoning, setbacks, and building options. The unfinished basement provides additional opportunity to reimagine the space. This property carries a total tax assessment of $707,391, with a reverse mortgage payoff estimated approximately $65,000 less., creating a compelling upside for the right Buyer. This is a strictly "AS IS" sale. Seller will make no repairs. This property is ideal for Buyers with vision who understand Del Ray's strong long-term value and redevelopment appeal. This prime location is near shops, dining, parks, major commuter routes, and all that Alexandria has to offer. Minutes to Old Towne, The Waterfront, Reagan National Airport, and Interstates I495, and 95.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 520 E Mt Ida Ave
General
- Price: $699,000
- Taxes: $8,028 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAX2052756
- Updated: 1/16/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Attic
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway, On Street
Location
- County: ALEXANDRIA CITY
- Subdivision: ABINGDON
- Cross Streets: E Custis Ave
- Driving Directions: South on Route 1 past Potomac Yards, right on E Custis Drive, bear right to E Mount Ida Ave. 520 on right .
- Direction Faces: West
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Alexandria City Public Schools
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Radiator
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick Veneer
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance, Unfinished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 907
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 907 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 907 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1938
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,374
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R 2-5
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $770.67
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $8,028
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $707,391
- Tax Amount: $8,028
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 907
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 49
Listed by Samson Properties, Sherry L Young
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Schools
Schools serving 520 E Mt Ida Ave
School District:Alexandria City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mount Vernon Community School 2601 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School 1501 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 | PK-5 | 1.3 mi |
Alexandria City High School 3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302 | 9-12 | 1.8 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 520 E Mt Ida Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 520 E Mt Ida Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$8,861
—
$707,391
—
2024
$8,861
13%
$707,391
—
2023
$7,875
3%
$709,426
3%
2022
$7,665
7%
$690,502
7%
2021
$7,187
-2%
$647,492
—
2020
$7,298
8%
$645,874
5%
2018
$6,730
—
$613,907
3%
2018
$6,730
6%
$595,604
6%
2017
$6,354
10%
$562,336
4%
2016
$5,788
7%
$539,411
4%
2015
$5,404
—
$518,161
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Listed by TTR Sothebys International Realty, Ashley V Muldoon
Sold by Guy Golan
Sold by Guy Golan
520 E Mount Ida Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301 (MLS# VAAX2052756) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 520 E Mount Ida Avenue is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on January 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 520 E Mount Ida 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.