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$4,600

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2,185 Sq. Ft.
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Property is tenant occupied. Do not access or visit the home without a confirmed showing appointment. Welcome to this beautifully maintained Cape Cod, tucked away on a quiet street yet just steps from Ballston and Virginia Square. Combining timeless charm with thoughtful updates, this home offers an ideal balance of space, style, and convenience. Sunlight fills the living room, highlighting gleaming hardwood floors and creating a warm, inviting space to relax or entertain. An elegant archway leads to the dining area and into a spacious galley kitchen with a gas cooktop, abundant cabinetry, and plenty of counter space-perfect for everyday meals or hosting friends. Step outside to a private backyard oasis featuring a flagstone patio, perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or unwinding after a busy day. Upstairs, three bedrooms and a fully renovated bath provide comfort and functionality, while the finished lower level offers flexible space for recreation, work, or guest accommodations, complete with an additional full bath. Ample storage is available throughout, including a garage ideal for seasonal items, sports gear, or extra household essentials. Just blocks from the Virginia Square Metro, nearby parks, restaurants, shopping, and the best of the Ballston corridor, this home perfectly blends neighborhood charm with city convenience, making it easy to LOVE BEING HOME.

Full Property Details for 510 N Nelson St

General

  • Rent: $4,600
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
  • MLS ID: VAAR2069146
  • Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Max. Lease (Mths): 24
  • Min. Lease (Mths): 12

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Laundry, Utility Room
  • Interior Features: Dining Area, Window Treatments, Recessed Lighting, Floor Plan - Traditional
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Mantel(s)
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Icemaker, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven - Single, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer

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

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Type: Driveway, Off Street

Location

  • County: ARLINGTON
  • Subdivision: ASHTON HEIGHTS
  • Driving Directions: SEE GPS

School Information

  • School District: Arlington County Public Schools
  • Elementary School: Long Branch
  • Middle School: Jefferson
  • High School: Washington-Liberty

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Programmable Thermostat, 90% Forced Air, Humidifier
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Construction: Combination, Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Full
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall, Plaster Walls
  • Windows: Bay/Bow, Double Pane, Screens
  • Doors: Storm, Six Panel
  • Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Square Feet: 2,185
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Living Area: 2,185 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 1,402 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 783 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Year Built Source: Estimated

Unit Information

Unit 1

  • Bathrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,454
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Zoning: R-6
  • Fencing (Description): Fully

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $3.21
  • Security Deposit: $4,500
  • Tenant Pays: Utilities - All

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Other

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Kara Chaffin Donofrio
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Jason Benati

Listing agent

— 510 N Nelson St —

  • Kara Chaffin Donofrio

    Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Schools serving 510 N Nelson St

School District:Arlington County Public Schools
NameGradesDistance
Long Branch Elementary School
33 North Fillmore Street, Arlington, VA 22201
PK-50.7 mi
Jefferson Middle School
125 South Old Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22204
6-80.6 mi
Washington Liberty High School
1301 North Stafford Street, Arlington, VA 22201
9-120.8 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price History for 510 N Nelson St

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/11/2026
Sold
$4,600
2.22%
MLS
2/25/2026
Listed
$4,500
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Kara Chaffin Donofrio
Sold by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Jason Benati

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