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Property Description
Rare opportunity in Arlington Forest! Completely renovated brick colonial on peaceful cul-de-sac backing to Lubber Run Park. This turnkey home masterfully blends natural serenity with urban convenience, just 0.8 miles from Ballston Metro. Pristine hardwood floors throughout main and upper levels. Fresh Benjamin Moore White Dove paint creates light-filled spaces. Gourmet kitchen features custom white cabinets, waterfall-edge Calcatta quartz countertops, GE Profile stainless appliances with gas cooking, and adjustable LED lighting. Main level offers formal living and dining rooms, updated kitchen, and expansive screened-in porch overlooking private backyard. Upper level includes three generous bedrooms with original solid wood doors and updated full bathroom. Full-footprint attic spans entire home with flooring already in place, ready for future finishing - add square footage for loft, office, studio, or fourth bedroom suite. Spacious lower level recreation room offers flexibility for home office, guest suite, or media center. Fully remodeled bathroom features walk-in shower and floor-to-ceiling metro tile. Designer laundry room showcases new Whirlpool front-loading washer/dryer, shiplap walls, and Calcatta quartz countertop. Abundant storage including large walk-in closet and under-stair access. Exceptional screened porch extends living space outdoors and becomes your favorite room. Fully fenced backyard with convenient side gates for easy front-to-back access. Level lot perfect for entertaining, safe play, and outdoor activities. Large shed offers versatile storage or conversion potential (she-shed, gym, studio, workshop). Two-to-three car driveway plus generous street parking. Brand-new roof with oversized gutters, Anderson Renewal double-paned windows throughout, new front door with storm door, gas utilities (cooking, hot water, heat). Every surface thoughtfully updated for modern living. Tucked on quiet cul-de-sac with Lubber Run Park trails as your backyard. Walk to Ballston Metro (0.8 mi), Ballston Quarter, Harris Teeter, restaurants. Two blocks to Route 50 for easy commutes to Pentagon (15 min), National Airport (20 min), Washington DC. National Register Historic District with tree-lined streets, parks, amphitheater, and strong community spirit. This home delivers what's increasingly rare in Arlington: comprehensive renovation, park-backing privacy, metro-proximity convenience, and abundant indoor-outdoor living space. Under $1M in one of Arlington's most sought-after neighborhoods. Move-in ready and waiting for you.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 217 N Emerson St
General
- Sold For: $965,000
- Taxes: $8,712 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAR2064628
- Added to Site: 113 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Storage Room, Utility Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Combination Kitchen/Dining, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Galley, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Wainscotting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Dual Flush Toilets, Energy Efficient Appliances, Microwave, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Solid Hardwood, Carpet, Wood, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Basement, Lower Floor
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Electric Alarm, Monitored, Motion Detectors, Security System, Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Flood Lights, Outbuilding(s), Exterior Lighting
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Enclosed, Porch(es), Screened, Patio(s)
Parking
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Driveway, On Street
Location
- County: ARLINGTON
- Subdivision: ARLINGTON FOREST
- Cross Streets: 3rd St N
- Driving Directions: GPS
School Information
- School District: Arlington County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Barrett
- Middle School: Kenmore
- High School: Washington-Liberty
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, 90% Forced Air, Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick Veneer
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Windows
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane, Energy Efficient, Screens, Skylights, Storm, Vinyl Clad
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 1,144
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,144 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,144 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1946
- Year Built Source: Estimated
- Property Condition: Excellent
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: Creek/Stream, Garden/Lawn, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,534
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R-6
- Lot Description: Backs - Parkland, Backs to Trees, Cul-de-sac, Front Yard, No Thru Street, Private, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Fully, Picket, Wood
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $852.27
- County Tax: $8,712
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $843,400
- Tax Amount: $8,712
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 9
- Lot Number: 12
Listed by Keller Williams Realty, Michael Corum
Sold by Washington Fine Properties, LLC, Gary G Dopslaff
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Schools
Schools serving 217 N Emerson St
School District:Arlington County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Barrett Elementary School 4401 North Henderson Road, Arlington, VA 22203 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Kenmore Middle School 200 South Carlin Springs Road, Arlington, VA 22204 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Washington Liberty High School 1301 North Stafford Street, Arlington, VA 22201 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 217 N Emerson St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/05/2026
Sold
$965,000
-1.03%
MLS
10/04/2025
Listed
$975,000
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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.
217 N Emerson Street, Arlington, VA 22203 (MLS# VAAR2064628) is a Single Family property that was sold at $965,000 on February 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 217 N Emerson 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.

