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Property Description
A Cottage With Charm, Heart, and Real Alexandria Living Discover a cottage with timelessness. A downsizer's dream of simplicity. A first time buyer's chance to step confidently into homeownership as a part of one of Alexandria's most loved neighborhoods. Welcome to 6402 Potomac Avenue, where thoughtful updates and classic style come together to create lasting comfort. No trends here just longevity and livability. The main level invites you in with wide plank hardwoods and a natural flow from room to room. The kitchen opens to the living and dining spaces and offers generous counter room, dark granite grounding the space, and stainless steel appliances showing off shine while delivering function. The fourth bedroom on the main level works beautifully as a home office or a guest room offering privacy from the upstairs bedrooms. A bright sunroom expands your living space and becomes a daily retreat for morning coffee or a quiet evening read. Upstairs, three peaceful bedrooms sit quietly under the roofline with a spacious full bath featuring a double sink and linen area with a to the ceiling tiled tub area. Fresh paint, new lighting, and new ceiling fans across the home create a crisp and move in ready feel. Step outside and enjoy a flat backyard made for weekends and playing fetch. Garden, play, entertain, or relax. The large storage shed keeps everything tidy and ready for all seasons. Life here is simple in the best way. You are close to parks, Belle Haven Marina, the custard shop, the best pizza in town, and everyday conveniences . Errands really are breezy outings. The GW Parkway trails and the Potomac River are moments away. Old Town sits less than a mile from your front door. Commuters appreciate the easy access to Huntington Metro, DCA, The Pentagon, Fort Belvoir, and major routes. 6402 Potomac Avenue gives you everything you love about Alexandria living in an authentic cottage. She's welcoming and perfectly placed. Comfort indeed meets charm at 6402 and this is exactly where your next chapter can begin with ease.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6402 Potomac Ave
General
- Sold For: $875,000
- Taxes: $9,650 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFX2276704
- Added to Site: 60 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer, Oven - Double, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: NEW ALEXANDRIA
- Cross Streets: Olde Towne Road
- Driving Directions: Head South on George Washington Mem Pkwy, Turn Right onto Belle Haven Rd, Turn Left onto Potomac Ave, Destination will be on the Right
School Information
- School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Belle View
- Middle School: Sandburg
- High School: West Potomac
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
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: Bungalow
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick, Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Walls/Ceilings: Vaulted Ceilings
- Doors: French
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,739
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 1,715 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,715 Sq. Ft.
- Unfin. Above Grnd: 24 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Street
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,000
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: 130
- Fencing (Description): Rear, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $521.87
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $8,778
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $782,070
- Tax Amount: $9,650
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1380
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 19
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Elizabeth H Lucchesi
Sold by Redfin Corporation, Robert E Wittman
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Schools
Schools serving 6402 Potomac Ave
School District:Fairfax County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Belle View Elementary School 6701 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 | PK-6 | 0.5 mi |
Sandburg Middle School 8428 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22308 | 7-8 | 3.5 mi |
West Potomac High School 6500 Quander Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 6402 Potomac Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/30/2025
Sold
$875,000
-2.23%
MLS
11/20/2025
Listed
$895,000
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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.
6402 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22307 (MLS# VAFX2276704) is a Single Family property that was sold at $875,000 on December 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 6402 Potomac 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.

