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Property Description
***Showings Begin on Tuesday, September 8th****** ***A Mid-Century Modern Retreat with Pool in North Arlington's Riverwood*** Exceptional Space, Privacy & Architectural Character - Presented at $2,195,000 Perched above the street amid mature trees and beautifully established grounds with a swimming pool and fully fenced backyard, this distinctive five-bedroom, five-bath residence offers remarkable space, privacy and architectural character in coveted Riverwood. Built in 1957 and thoughtfully expanded circa 1980, the two-story home reflects the enduring influence of Frank Lloyd Wright and Prairie School design, expressed through strong horizontal lines, broad overhanging eaves, bands of windows and an exceptional connection between the architecture and its natural surroundings. Stone steps rise through the sweeping front lawn, allowing the home to reveal itself gradually and creating an appealing sense of privacy. Front and rear slate patios extend the living spaces outdoors, while mature landscaping frames the property in greenery. Inside, expansive windows and abundant natural light enhance gracious, flowing spaces for everyday living and entertaining. A substantial masonry fireplace anchors the living room, recalling Wright's emphasis on the hearth as the heart of the home. The dramatic family room embraces the rear landscape through a sweeping wall of windows, complemented by a skylight that brings additional natural light from above. The home's five bedrooms and five full baths provide exceptional flexibility, including the particularly desirable convenience of a main-level bedroom and two full baths on the main floor-ideal for guests, multigenerational living, a private office suite or the ease of one-level living when desired. Beyond the interiors, the property unfolds into a private, resort-like retreat. The fully fenced backyard features a freeform swimming pool surrounded by expansive lawn, mature specimen trees and lush landscaping, creating multiple settings for outdoor dining, entertaining, swimming or simply relaxing in complete privacy. Generous rear windows keep the pool and gardens visually connected to the interior throughout the seasons. Rather than following passing trends, this is a home with authentic architectural personality, impressive scale and a genuine relationship to its setting-an increasingly rare combination in North Arlington. While rarely needed, the home has a Generac Whole House Generator hooked up to the property's natural gas line and has been serviced annually Riverwood itself is one of North Arlington's most distinctive established neighborhoods, prized for its wide, gently sloping streets, generous homesites, mature trees and gracious residential character. Its verdant setting offers a wonderful sense of retreat while remaining remarkably convenient to Washington, D.C., nearby parks and trails, shopping, dining and major commuter routes. Quiet, private and wonderfully connected, this singular Riverwood residence presents an exceptional opportunity to enjoy substantial space, a swimming pool and enduring Mid-Century Modern character-Presented at $2,195,000.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2604 N Nelson
General
- Sold For: $2,300,000
- Taxes: $19,127 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAR2077978
- Added to Site: 32 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Sitting Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Other, Office, Recreation Room, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Wood
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Lower: 1
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Upper Floor
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, Lap/Exercise
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 10
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street, Off Street
- Garage Description: Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: ARLINGTON
- Subdivision: RIVERWOOD
- Driving Directions: From Georgetown, Washington, DC: Head toward M St NW on Wisconsin Ave NW. Go for 59 ft. Turn left onto M St NW. Go for 0.3 mi. Turn left onto Francis Scott Key Bridge toward G.W. Parkway. Go for 0.3 mi. Continue on Francis Scott Key Bridge (US-29). Go for 443 ft. Turn right and take ramp onto George Washington Memorial Pkwy toward George Washington Memorial Parkway. Go for 0.6 mi. Take the left exit toward Washington/I-66 W/Arlington/US-29/Spout Run Parkway onto Spout Run Pkwy. Go for 0.7 mi. Turn slightly right onto Lorcom Ln. Go for 0.5 mi. Turn right onto Nelly Custis Dr. Go for 0.1 mi. Turn right onto N Nelson St. Go for 0.2 mi. B End at 2604 N Nelson St Arlington, Virginia 22207-5032
- Location Details: Suburban
School Information
- School District: Arlington County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Taylor
- Middle School: Dorothy Hamm
- High School: Yorktown
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern, Raised Ranch/Rambler, Traditional, Prairie
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Fully Finished, Garage Access, Windows, Improved
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Other
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 4,688
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 4,688 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 3,688 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 1,000 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1957
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
- Bedrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.56
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 24,220
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R-20
- Lot Description: Poolside, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Rear
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $595.17
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $19,127
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $1,851,600
- Tax Amount: $19,127
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3688
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 26
Listed by TTR Sotheby's International Realty, Lorraine Barclay Nordlinger
Sold by Corcoran McEnearney, Evan A Lacopo
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Schools
Schools serving 2604 N Nelson
School District:Arlington County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Taylor Elementary School 2600 North Stuart Street, Arlington, VA 22207 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Dorothy Hamm Middle 4100 N Vacation Lane, Arlington, VA 22207 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Yorktown High School 5200 Yorktown Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22207 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 2604 N Nelson
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/02/2026
Sold
$2,300,000
4.78%
MLS
9/08/2026
Listed
$2,195,000
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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.
2604 N Nelson, Arlington, VA 22207 (MLS# VAAR2077978) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,300,000 on October 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 2604 N Nelson? 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.

