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Property Description
Huge Price adjustment!!! There is still time to buy and settle on this fabulous neighborhood before school starts. You'll be glad you did! Minutes to Ft. Belvoir! I doubt the builder Clarance Gosnell could have imagined what the community of Riverside Gardens would mean to the Greater Ft Hunt area when he developed the Subdivision between 1963 and 1966; and I definitely am sure George Washington never imagined in the 1700's, that a part of his River Farm Property would become the thriving 219 home community that Riverside Gardens is today. In addition to common architectural style homes situated on mature tree lined streets, there is a very popular community recreation club with an in-ground pool. Riverside Gardens truly reflects C-O-M-M-U-N-I-T-Y. One of the homes that is a part of this community is the Sweetbriar Model Split Level at 8506 Hitching Post Lane. Situated on a generous quarter acre level lot with mature trees and plantings, enjoyed from the 28 by 16 raised deck with two built-in benches in addition to a table and chairs for outdoor entertaining and dinning. A wooden fence provides additional privacy. The main level has a sizeable living room, formal dining room and eat-in kitchen, with a picture window to view the area wildlife, and door that opens onto that fabulous deck. The upper two levels consist of four bedrooms and two updated baths. The large primary bedroom has its own level and walk-in shower. The main and upper two levels have beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The lower daylight level family room has its own picture window facing the rear yard for another vantage point for wildlife viewing, a wood burning brick fireplace with hearth, mantel, screen, wood supply basket and Bellows (You'll have to supply your own wood and ambiance.) There is also an updated powder room with plantation shutters and a marble floor. The spacious laundry room has a front-loading washer and dryer, lots of counter, cabinet and storage space. It is easily accessed from the front hallway or the ground level outside side door that is just off the driveway. The community pool, a favorite of the citizens of Riverside Gardens, is minutes away from this lovely home. Other community resources such as close-by schools; shopping; indoor recreation center with pool, two ice skating rinks, two workout areas, and more; a hospital; places of worship; historic Mt Vernon Estate; a multi-purpose paved path along the Potomac River; Old Town Alexandria; military bases; major transportation arteries; and more and more. Oh, did I say the Ft Hunt area is bordered by the Potomac River? One can't imagine what that does to ease traffic and contribute to one's sanity and serenity until they have experienced it themselves. I speak from over 45 years of residency in this wonderful area. See this beauty and let us welcome you to the neighborhood. Open Sunday, 9 August, 2-4PM. Hope to see you there.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8506 Hitching Post Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,099,500
- Taxes: $12,742 (2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFX2324680
- Added to Site: 96 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Foyer, Laundry, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Carpet, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Eat-In, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Recessed Lighting, Sprinkler System, Upgraded Countertops, Attic/House Fan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood, Mantel(s), Screen, Brick
- Appliances: Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer - Front Loading, Dryer - Front Loading, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood, Marble
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms-Up2: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Lower Floor
Additional Information
- Shared Pool: Yes
- Pool: Yes
- Equipment: Some, Negotiable
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Gutter System, Sidewalks
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Paved Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- County: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: RIVERSIDE GARDENS
- Driving Directions: FROM OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA: SOUTH GW PKWY; R COLLINGWOOD; L FT HUNT RD; R OLD STAGE; L BUCKBOARD; R BRIDLE; LEFT ON HITCHING POST TO 8506, IMMEDIATELY IN FRONT OF YOU ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET.
School Information
- School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Stratford Landing
- Middle School: Sandburg
- High School: West Potomac
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: 90% Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Split Level
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Outside Entrance, Windows, Side Entrance, Shelving, Fully Finished, Walkout Level
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Slab
- Roof: Composite
- Windows: Double Pane, Screens
- Doors: Six Panel
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 2,370
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,370 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,698 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 672 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1965
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Very Good
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,504
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Street/Road Desc.: Black Top
- Zoning: 130
- Lot Description: Level, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Rear, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $647.53
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $11,760
- County Tax Freq: Semi-Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,050,040
- Tax Amount: $12,742
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1698
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Exclusions: Some chairs and a table on the deck
- Inclusions: Dining room chandelier. Wall hanging in DR of George Washington's five original farms. The portable microwave in the kitchen. All these items as well as the dryer are included as "as is" inclusions.
- Lot Number: 4
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Schools
Schools serving 8506 Hitching Post Ln
School District:Fairfax County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Stratford Landing Elementary School 8484 Riverside Road, Alexandria, VA 22308 | PK-6 | 0.3 mi |
Sandburg Middle School 8428 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 22308 | 7-8 | 0.3 mi |
West Potomac High School 6500 Quander Road, Alexandria, VA 22307 | 9-12 | 3.4 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 8506 Hitching Post Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/24/2026
Sold
$1,099,500
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MLS
8/03/2026
Price Reduced
$1,099,500
-4.35%
MLS
7/17/2026
Listed
$1,149,500
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
8506 Hitching Post Lane, Alexandria, VA 22308 (MLS# VAFX2324680) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,099,500 on September 24, 2026. This property was listed by Ed Pagett from our Alexandria Office.Want to learn more about 8506 Hitching Post Lane? 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.


