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Property Description
*Coming Soon* Welcome to the Westover Cottage, a charming and beautifully updated 5-bedroom home ideally located "‹just blocks from Arlington's beloved Westover"‹ with popular shops, restaurants, "‹library and post office- this home offers the perfect blend of character, space, and convenience. The main level features a warm and inviting living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a dining area open to the kitchen, and a spacious family room ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, an island and direct access to the back patio for seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A second front entrance leads into a thoughtfully designed mudroom with built-ins and a convenient main-level powder room. Upstairs, the primary suite offers walk-in closet with built-ins and a large modern bath with double sinks, glass shower and private water closet. Three additional bedrooms and a full hall bath complete the upper level, along with a charming built-in office space in the hallway - perfect for work or study. The lower level provides exceptional flexibility with a fifth bedroom, full bath, recreation room with dry bar, laundry area, and a kitchenette with sink and refrigerator - ideal for guests, an au pair, or extended living space. With two separate access points to the backyard, the lower level offers added convenience and functionality. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard and a beautiful stone patio with outdoor TV designed for relaxing, entertaining, and play. A one-car garage adds valuable storage and everyday convenience. Located in the highly sought-after Cardinal/Swanson/Washington-Liberty school pyramid and less than two miles to both Ballston and East Falls Church Metro stations, this home offers unbeatable access to parks, "‹R"‹t 66, dining, and shopping. Quintessential charm, thoughtful updates, and an exceptional location - "‹this Westover Cottage is a special place to call home and a MUST SEE! You will LOVE it! Going Active on Friday March 13th with an Open House Sat & Sun.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1308 N Illinois St
General
- Sold For: $1,795,000
- Taxes: $15,125 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAR2069008
- Added to Site: 82 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Mud Room, Office, Recreation Room, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
- Interior Features: 2nd Kitchen, Attic, Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Carpet, Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Island, Kitchenette, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Closet(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
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: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 4
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Front Entry
Location
- County: ARLINGTON
- Subdivision: LARCHMONT
- Cross Streets: 15th St N
- Driving Directions: From Rt 66 take exit 71 for Glebe Rd. Go S on Glebe Rd. Go West on Washington Blvd. Turn right onto Illinois Street. House will be on your left.
School Information
- School District: Arlington County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Cardinal
- Middle School: Swanson
- High School: Washington-Liberty
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick Veneer
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Fully Finished, Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Stairs, Windows, Interior Access
- Foundation: Other
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 3,433
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 3,433 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,455 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 978 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,150
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-8
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $651.32
- Assessment Year: 2026
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $15,125
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,489,200
- Tax Amount: $15,125
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2455
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 3
- Lot Number: 68
Listed by Washington Fine Properties, Michelle A Sagatov
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Lynn A Robinson-Gant
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Schools
Schools serving 1308 N Illinois St
School District:Arlington County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cardinal Elementary School 1644 North McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Swanson Middle School 5800 Washington Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22205 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Washington Liberty High School 1301 North Stafford Street, Arlington, VA 22201 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 1308 N Illinois St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/17/2026
Sold
$1,795,000
12.26%
MLS
3/13/2026
Listed
$1,599,000
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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.
1308 N Illinois Street, Arlington, VA 22205 (MLS# VAAR2069008) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,795,000 on April 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 1308 N Illinois Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Arlington? You can browse all Arlington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

