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Property Description
Welcome to Bluemont, one of North Arlington's most desirable neighborhoods where walkability, charm, and location meet. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 2,200 sq ft across three finished levels and sits just 1 mile from Ballston Metro, minutes to Westover Village, Custis Trail, and Ballston Quarter. Inside, you'll find timeless character with wood floors, crown molding, wainscoting, and beamed ceilings, balanced by modern comfort and style. The gourmet kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, gas range, upgraded countertops, and built-in microwave. A cozy living room with a gas fireplace, sunlit dining area, and finished lower-level recreation room create versatile living-perfect as a home office, guest suite, or optional fourth bedroom. Recent system updates provide peace of mind: HVAC (2019), water heater (2021), kitchen appliances (2022-2023), and washer + dryer (2024). Step outside to a private fenced yard and patio, ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings under mature trees, with a two-car driveway and no HOA. Zoned for Arlington's top schools Ashlawn Elementary, Swanson Middle, and Washington-Liberty High School. Prime commuter access: "¢ Ballston Metro - 1 mile (4 min) "¢ Amazon HQ2 - 5 miles (13 min) "¢ Downtown D.C. - 6 miles (14 min) "¢ Tysons Corner - 7 miles (15 min) Experience one of the most desirable Arlington VA homes for sale, close to Metro, parks, shops, and major employers. This is Northern Virginia real estate at its most walkable, livable, and in-demand. Schedule your private tour today before it's gone.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 850 N Kensington St
General
- Sold For: $962,000
- Taxes: $9,844 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAR2065646
- Added to Site: 65 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Moldings, Dining Area, Exposed Beams, Floor Plan - Traditional, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wainscotting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Carpet
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Mantel(s), Screen, Wood
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven/Range - Gas, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood
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: Dryer In Unit, Washer In Unit, Has Laundry, Lower Floor
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- County: ARLINGTON
- Subdivision: BROCKWOOD
- Cross Streets: Wilson Blvd
- Driving Directions: From I-66 W, take US-50 W/Arlington Blvd, take the exit toward George Mason Dr, merge onto Arlington Blvd Service Rd, turn right onto N George Mason Dr, turn left onto Wilson Blvd, turn right onto N Kensington St
- Location Details: Corner Lot/Unit
School Information
- School District: Arlington County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Ashlawn
- Middle School: Swanson
- High School: Washington Lee
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Structure Type: Detached
- Model: WILLIAMSBURG COLONIAL
- Construction: Combination, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Fully Finished
- Foundation: Permanent
- Walls/Ceilings: Beamed Ceilings
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Doors: Insulated
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,110
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,110 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 510 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1941
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,450
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R-6
- Lot Description: Corner, Front Yard, Rear Yard
- Fencing (Description): Fully, Wood, Privacy
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $611.88
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $9,844
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $953,000
- Tax Amount: $9,844
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1300
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 1
- Lot Number: 1O1
Listed by Pearson Smith Realty LLC, Kelly Elizabeth Krolikowski
Sold by Compass, Karen Williams Ringo
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Schools
Schools serving 850 N Kensington St
School District:Arlington County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cardinal Elementary School 1644 North McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Swanson Middle School 5800 Washington Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22205 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Washington Liberty High School 1301 North Stafford Street, Arlington, VA 22201 | 9-12 | 1.4 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 850 N Kensington St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/08/2025
Sold
$962,000
-1.74%
MLS
11/13/2025
Listed
$979,000
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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.
850 N Kensington Street, Arlington, VA 22205 (MLS# VAAR2065646) is a Single Family property that was sold at $962,000 on December 08, 2025. Want to learn more about 850 N Kensington 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.

