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Property Description
A rare blend of historic character and modern livability, this beautifully rebuilt Old Town residence offers generous living spaces, timeless architectural details, and exceptional opportunities for customization. Originally constructed in the late 1800s and thoughtfully rebuilt in 1986, the home honors its rich heritage while seamlessly balancing Old World charm with the comfort, privacy, and grandeur expected of a premier Old Town residence. A rare semi-detached offering in Old Town, the property boasts expansive outdoor living spaces and a dedicated parking space with direct access to the home. The main level is designed for both elegant entertaining and everyday comfort, anchored by a beautifully updated eat-in kitchen featuring new countertops, a stylish backsplash, and new appliances. A formal dining room provides the perfect setting for hosting, while the expansive open-concept living room offers multiple seating areas centered around a wood-burning fireplace. Three separate access points to the yard create exceptional indoor-outdoor flow, making al fresco dining and entertaining effortless. Upstairs, the primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, a separate dressing room, and an ensuite bath. The generous footprint offers outstanding potential to create a spa-inspired sanctuary with an expanded walk-in closet. An upper-level laundry room provides a level of convenience rarely found in historic homes. The unfinished basement features multiple windows and generous ceiling height, presenting an exceptional opportunity to expand the home's living space with a recreation room, guest suite, fitness studio, wine cellar, or other custom amenities. Ideally situated just moments from King Street's renowned boutiques, restaurants, and waterfront, this exceptional property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy premier Old Town living with the added luxuries of space, privacy, dedicated parking, and the ability to create a truly one-of-a-kind residence.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 539 S Columbus St
General
- Sold For: $1,400,000
- HOA FEE: $46/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $16,037 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAX2062626
- Added to Site: 75 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Basement, Laundry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Primary Bath(s), Stove - Wood, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Chair Railings, Built-Ins
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Wood
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Double, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Floor
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Exterior Lighting
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Terrace, Wrap Around, Enclosed
Parking
- Assigned Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned
- Parking Type: Parking Lot, On Street
Location
- County: ALEXANDRIA CITY
- Driving Directions: Take exit 176B for VA-241 N/Telegraph Rd, merge onto Duke St (VA-236 E), turn right onto S Columbus St.
School Information
- School District: Alexandria City Public Schools
- Elementary School: Lyles-Crouch
- Middle School: George Washington
- High School: T.C. Williams
Community
- Association: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Federal
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Interior Access
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
- Roof: Metal, Flat
- Windows: Double Pane
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,067
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,092 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,092 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1880
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Courtyard
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,595
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RB
- Lot Description: Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
- Fencing (Description): Fully, Rear, Privacy, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $712.24
- Association Fee: $550
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $16,037
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,412,957
- Tax Amount: $16,037
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2092
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Exterior fountain.
- Lot Number: 613
Listed by Compass, Renee McMahan
Sold by KW Metro Center, Stephanie Swick
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Schools
Schools serving 539 S Columbus St
School District:Alexandria City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lyles-Crouch Elementary 530 South Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School 1501 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Alexandria City High School 3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302 | 9-12 | 2.6 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 539 S Columbus St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/06/2026
Sold
$1,400,000
-6.04%
MLS
6/08/2026
Listed
$1,490,000
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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.
539 S Columbus Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (MLS# VAAX2062626) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $1,400,000 on August 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 539 S Columbus Street? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Alexandria? You can browse all Alexandria real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

