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  • Coming Soon
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,155 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 1 day ago

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Welcome to 5427 Dawes Avenue, a beautifully updated Cape Cod situated on an exceptional, nearly half-acre flat lot in the City of Alexandria-a rare combination of space, privacy, and convenience. Freshly painted throughout and thoughtfully renovated, this move-in ready home blends timeless charm with modern finishes. The upper level features two spacious bedrooms with gleaming hardwood floors and a stunning, newly renovated full bathroom with contemporary designer finishes. The main level offers hardwood flooring throughout, a bright living room with a cozy fireplace, a spacious family room filled with natural light, a formal dining room, an updated kitchen, and a convenient half bath, creating an ideal layout for both comfortable living and entertaining. The fully finished walk-out basement provides an outstanding in-law suite or potential rental opportunity with its own private rear entrance, a large bedroom, a beautifully renovated full bathroom, a separate kitchen and dining area, and a dedicated laundry room. Step outside to an expansive deck and patio overlooking a private, fully fenced backyard, offering the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. Ideally located within walking distance to shopping, NOVA's Alexandria Campus, Skyline Plaza, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, with immediate access to I-395, the Express/HOV Lanes, Washington, D.C., Old Town Alexandria, and Reagan National Airport, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle that's as convenient as it is desirable.

Full Property Details for 5427 Dawes Ave

General

  • Price: $874,999
  • Taxes: $8,776 (2026)
  • Status: Coming Soon
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: VAAX2064322
  • Updated: 7/24/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
  • Expected Market Date: 8/6/2026

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 13
  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Utility Room, Attic, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Wood Floors
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Solid Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Floor Baths: 1
  • Upper - Full Baths: 1
  • Main Floor Baths: 1
  • Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Lower Floor Baths: 1
  • Lower - Full Baths: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Upper: 2
  • Bedrooms Lower: 1

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 6
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Parking Type: Driveway

Location

  • County: ALEXANDRIA CITY
  • Subdivision: DOWDEN TERRACE
  • Cross Streets: Seminary Rd
  • Driving Directions: From I-395: Take Exit 5 toward VA-7 W/Leesburg Pike. Continue west on Leesburg Pike, then turn left onto S. George Mason Dr. Turn right onto Dawes Ave. Continue to 5427 Dawes Ave
  • City Limits: Yes

School Information

  • School District: Alexandria City Public Schools
  • High School: Alexandria City

Community

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: No Pet Restrictions

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Entrance: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Outside Entrance
  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 2,155
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 2,105 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,465 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 640 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1
  • Bedrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.47
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 20,460
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Zoning: R 20

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $597.27
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • City/TownTax: $8,776
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $773,294
  • Tax Amount: $8,776
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1945

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple

Listed by Signature Realtors Inc, Mohammad Ahad Ali

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Schools serving 5427 Dawes Ave

School District:Alexandria City Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
John Adams Elementary School
5651 Rayburn Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311
K-50.4 mi
Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School
1501 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
PK-54.2 mi
Alexandria City High School
3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302
9-122.3 mi
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Price
Change
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7/24/2026
Listed
$874,999
20.69%
MLS
2/21/2025
Sold
$725,000
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Tax History for 5427 Dawes Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,601
—
$773,294
—
2025
$9,601
—
$772,560
—
2024
$9,601
12%
$772,560
—
2023
$8,575
2%
$772,560
2%
2022
$8,373
15%
$754,348
15%
2021
$7,288
4%
$656,597
6%
2020
$7,031
6%
$622,253
6%
2018
$6,637
3%
$587,318
3%
2017
$6,421
5%
$568,208
—
2016
$6,097
4%
$568,208
1%
2015
$5,856
4%
$561,474
4%
2014
$5,650
—
$541,698
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5427 Dawes Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311 (MLS# VAAX2064322) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5427 Dawes Avenue is currently listed for $874,999 and was received on July 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 5427 Dawes 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.

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