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Property Description
Discover the charm and elegance of this expanded Yates Garden townhouse, offering more space than meets the eye with 1,890 square feet of refined living featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, classic crown molding in most rooms, and a deep patio and lush garden. The inviting living room with hardwood floors, plantation shutters, a gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves is perfect for entertaining. It flows seamlessly into the spacious dining room, also adorned with hardwood floors. You'll love the exciting kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a convenient island, and stainless appliances. Custom built-in shelving provides ample space for a cookbook collection, and the generous breakfast table area overlooks the stunning garden with special plantings. Three lovely bedrooms feature hardwood floors, plantation shutters and a wall of custom closets in the long hallway. Two full baths include one with a new wide vanity and handsome fixtures. A charming porch off the bedrooms provides a serene view of the private garden, defined by brick walls. The lower level features a versatile recreation room with a tiled floor, half bath and a separate laundry room. The rear patio is a private oasis graced with jasmine, honeysuckle, tulip magnolia, boxwood, and spotted laurel. The front garden is equally impressive, filled with specimen plantings including peonies, myrtle, bearded iris, panicle hydrangea, and a Japanese maple. Ideally located near the Mt. Vernon Trail, Jones Point Park, and the vibrant Old Town waterfront, this property offers easy access to wonderful shops and restaurants. **Please note: The tax record is incorrect. Total finished square feet is 1,890 Sq. Ft.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 717 S Royal St
General
- Sold For: $1,175,000
- Taxes: $12,179 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAX2046844
- Added to Site: 205 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Laundry, Recreation Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Half Bath
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Mantel(s), Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Gas/Propane
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Flooring - HardWood, Balcony Access, Window Treatments, Upper 1
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom 2 - Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Upper 1
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom 3 - Balcony Access, Flooring - HardWood, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Attic - Access Panel, Win, Upper 1
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Gas, Crown Molding, Built-Ins, Window Treatments, Lighting - Recessed, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Flooring - HardWood, Breakfast Room, Built-Ins, Crown Molding, Island, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Pantry, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Chair Rail, Main
- Laundry: Lower Floor, Lower 1
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: Alexandria City
- Development Name: Yates Gardens
- Subdivision: Yates Gardens
- Driving Directions: From King and Washington Streets, travel east on King Street. Turn right on South Royal Street. 717 will be on your right-hand side.
- Direction Faces: East
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Alexandria City Public Schools
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Zoned
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: No Septic System
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Traditional
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Brick, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate, Fiberglass
- Doors: French, Storm
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,780
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,890 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 1,890 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1941
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,180
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RM
- Fencing (Description): Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $790.82
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $12,179
- City/TownTax Freq: Semi-Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,016,765
- Tax Amount: $12,179
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier does not convey
- Section: 1
- Lot Number: 26
Listed by Corcoran McEnearney, Barbara G Beckwith
Sold by Compass, Kristen Jones
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Schools
Schools serving 717 S Royal St
School District:Alexandria City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lyles-Crouch Elementary 530 South Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Alexandria City High School 3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302 | 9-12 | 2.8 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 717 S Royal St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/06/2025
Sold
$1,175,000
0.26%
MLS
6/27/2025
Listed
$1,172,000
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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.
717 S Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 (MLS# VAAX2046844) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $1,175,000 on August 06, 2025. Want to learn more about 717 S Royal 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.

