Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/20/2026
Listed
$1,149,900
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MLS
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Property Description
Sleek, Elegant, and Turn-Key Old Town Alexandria living at its finest! Nestled just off South Washington Street. The seller has lovingly renovated this 3BR 3.5BA townhouse, sparing no expense on the finishes. This home features hardwood flooring throughout, new bathrooms, and a new eat-in luxury kitchen. The ground floor opens onto a private patio, offering an opportunity for quiet reflection in the city. Includes extra underground garage space. Minutes to Reagan Airport, the Waterfront, and 495, this townhouse is close to everything you need to be, making it a must-buy for even the most discriminating buyers. 1 Year American Home Shield Warranty Included. Ask for a showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 686 S Columbus St
General
- Price: $1,149,900
- HOA FEE: $850/month
- Taxes: $11,022 (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAX2062980
- Updated: 7/10/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Common Grounds
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, Parking Garage
- Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Underground
Location
- County: ALEXANDRIA CITY
- Subdivision: WASHINGTON SQUARE
- Building Name: WASHINGTON SQUARE
- Driving Directions: Close to South Washington Street
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Alexandria City Public Schools
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Management, Reserve Funds, Snow Removal, Trash, Water
- 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: Colonial
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick, Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,031
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,031 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,031 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1979
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Zoning: CD
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $566.17
- Condo Fee: $850
- Condo Fee Freq: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax: $11,022
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $971,150
- Tax Amount: $11,022
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2031
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condominium
- Condo: Yes
- Inclusions: Standalone Microwave
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Schools
Schools serving 686 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 | 0.7 mi |
Alexandria City High School 3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302 | 9-12 | 2.6 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 686 S Columbus St
Tax History
Tax History for 686 S Columbus St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,841
—
$971,150
3%
2025
$10,841
—
$942,865
—
2024
$10,841
4%
$942,865
—
2023
$10,466
7%
$942,865
7%
2022
$9,772
2%
$880,359
2%
2021
$9,580
6%
$863,097
8%
2020
$9,025
8%
$798,646
3%
2018
$8,345
—
$775,385
5%
2018
$8,345
3%
$738,462
3%
2017
$8,102
5%
$716,953
—
2016
$7,693
11%
$716,953
8%
2015
$6,938
6%
$665,173
6%
2014
$6,526
—
$625,701
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- 2,900Sq. Ft.
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- 1,780Sq. Ft.
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- 1,620Sq. Ft.
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- 2,261Sq. Ft.
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- 1Total Bath
- 1,314Sq. Ft.
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686 S Columbus Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (MLS# VAAX2062980) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 686 S Columbus Street is currently listed for $1,149,900 and was received on July 09, 2026. This property is listed by Jason Secrest from our Capitol Hill Office.Want to learn more about 686 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.