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Property Description
Welcome to 1211 Wake Forest Drive, Alexandria, VA 22307, a beautifully maintained and updated home in the highly sought-after Westgrove neighborhood. With thoughtful upgrades, a versatile floor plan, and a prime location just steps from the Potomac River and GW Parkway, this property offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and community. Inside, you'll find a spacious layout with a finished basement that provides flexible space for a bedroom, office, recreation room, or guest suite, complete with a full bathroom and closet for convenience. The top level features a loft with its own closet, ideal for a private office, playroom, or extra storage. The home has been carefully updated to ensure peace of mind, including a new roof (2021), driveway (2021), furnace (2021), and hot water heater (2025). Additional highlights include a gas range with new gas line (2015), microwave (2015), washer and dryer (2020), a brand-new Bosch 800 dishwasher (2025), and a remodeled hall bathroom (2024). Parking is easy with a one-car garage plus space for two more vehicles in the driveway. Best of all, there is no HOA! A rare find in this area. Westgrove is more than just a neighborhood, it's a community. There are many neighborhood annual events including Oktoberfest, a holiday party, and a spring celebration. Families will also appreciate the proximity of the school bus stop located just 200 feet from the home. Nearby amenities include the newly renovated Mt. Vernon Rec Center, Belle View Elementary, Martha Washington Library, Westgrove Dog Park, and the Belle View Shopping Center. Commuters will love the convenience: just one block from the Potomac River and bike trail, 2 miles to I-495 and the Wilson Bridge, 5 miles to DCA Airport, 2 miles to the Huntington Metro, and within easy reach of the Pentagon and Fort Belvoir (8 miles). This move-in ready gem combines timeless charm with modern updates in one of Alexandria's most desirable neighborhoods. Don't miss your chance to call 1211 Wake Forest Drive home! This is the one!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1211 Wake Forest Dr
General
- Sold For: $963,500
- Taxes: $10,445 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFX2267178
- Added to Site: 122 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas/Propane
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, On Street, Driveway
- Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry
Location
- County: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: WESTGROVE
- Driving Directions: 1211 Wake Forest Dr, Alexandria, VA 22307: From I-495 (Capital Beltway), take Exit 177A for US-1 South / Richmond Highway toward Fort Belvoir. Continue on US-1 South for about 2 miles. Turn right onto Belle View Blvd. Turn left onto Wake Forest Dr. The house will be on your right at 1211 Wake Forest Dr.
School Information
- School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Belle View
- Middle School: Sandburg
- High School: West Potomac
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Split Level
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs
- Foundation: Slab
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,800
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,800 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,000 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 800 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1956
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.37
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,971
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: 130
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $500
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $9,550
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $850,780
- Tax Amount: $10,445
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2000
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 20
Listed by EXP Realty, LLC, Michael I Putnam and EXP Realty, LLC, Wyatt Haely Hayes
Sold by Compass, Gregg Zeiler
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Schools
Schools serving 1211 Wake Forest Dr
School District:Fairfax County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Belle View Elementary School 6701 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 | PK-6 | 0.4 mi |
Sandburg Middle School 8428 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22308 | 7-8 | 2.7 mi |
West Potomac High School 6500 Quander Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 | 9-12 | 1 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 1211 Wake Forest Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/10/2025
Sold
$963,500
-3.65%
MLS
10/22/2025
Price Reduced
$1,000,000
-4.76%
MLS
9/18/2025
Listed
$1,050,000
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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.
1211 Wake Forest Drive, Alexandria, VA 22307 (MLS# VAFX2267178) is a Single Family property that was sold at $963,500 on December 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 1211 Wake Forest Drive? 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.

