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Property Description
Significant price improvement! Welcome home to 5925 Colfax Avenue - an exceptional Colonial in the desirable Palisades neighborhood. This beautifully maintained and thoughtfully upgraded 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and convenience, complete with peaceful wooded views from the expansive back deck. Inside, you'll find thoughtful upgrades and elevated finishes throughout. The light-filled living and dining rooms provide elegant spaces for both everyday living and entertaining. The renovated gourmet kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring stainless steel appliances, upgraded countertops, abundant cabinetry, and ample prep space. Just off the kitchen, the inviting family room showcases a centerpiece fireplace, creating the perfect gathering place for family and friends. Upstairs, you'll find four bedrooms including the spacious primary suite with a large walk-in closet and beautifully renovated en-suite bath. The finished lower level offers exceptional versatility, featuring an optional fifth bedroom, a full bath, wet bar, and a spacious recreation area, ideal for guests, an in-law suite, or additional entertaining space. Step outside to enjoy two spacious decks on separate elevations overlooking the wooded backdrop. The upper deck is perfect for entertaining and outdoor dining, while the lower deck features a hot tub, creating a private space to relax and unwind. System upgrades include a new roof (2025) and HVAC (2022). Ideally located in Bailey's Crossroads, this home is just minutes from numerous parks, the Holmes Run Trail, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Enjoy quick access to Reagan National Airport, major commuter routes, and Washington, D.C., making this an exceptional place to call home. Enjoy, and welcome home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5925 Colfax Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,095,000
- HOA FEE: $41/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $13,660 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFX2317194
- Added to Site: 52 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Living, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Mantel(s)
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Hot Tub
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area
Location
- County: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: THE PALISADES
- Driving Directions: From Seminary Rd turn left onto Dawes Ave, then turn right at the 1st cross street onto N Rosser St, then turn left at the 1st cross street onto Colfax Ave and the destination will be on the left.
School Information
- School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Parklawn
- Middle School: Glasgow
- High School: Justice
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: PALISADES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Area Maintenance
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Walkout Level, Improved
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Brick, Beamed Ceilings
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,666
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,666 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,444 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 1,222 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1985
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,156
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: 131
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $450.08
- Association Fee: $495
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $12,652
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,129,620
- Tax Amount: $13,660
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2444
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 2
- Lot Number: 90
Listed by Property Collective, Daan De Raedt
Sold by Redfin Corporation, Michelle C Soto
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Schools
Schools serving 5925 Colfax Ave
School District:Fairfax County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Parklawn Elementary School 4116 Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22312 | PK-5 | 1 mi |
Glasgow Middle School 4101 Fairfax Parkway, Alexandria, VA 22312 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Justice High School 3301 Peace Valley Lane, Falls Church, VA 22044 | 9-12 | 1.4 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 5925 Colfax Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/23/2026
Sold
$1,095,000
-0.45%
MLS
6/18/2026
Price Reduced
$1,100,000
-4.35%
MLS
6/03/2026
Listed
$1,150,000
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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.
5925 Colfax Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311 (MLS# VAFX2317194) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,095,000 on July 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 5925 Colfax 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.

