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Property Description
*******************OPEN HOUSE CANCELED**********Absolutely Stunning Charming Stone Cottage Perfectly Situated on One of the Best Lots in North Arlington! This Home has been owned by the same Family since it was custom built in 1940! Grandma had her choice of Lots in Brockwood and she selected this Large Wide Corner lot! The Stone Cottage is flanked by Rare symmetrical wings that allows for approximately 2,600sf +/- on 3 Levels. Home was designed with 4 Bedrooms and 3 Full baths! The exterior has a rear "Secret Garden" with 85 years of flowering bushes and trees that constantly "POP" with vibrant colors. The home is worth visiting just for the Landscaping Alone! This Home is VERY Solid with Good Bones AND has had the following Recent Upgrades: Newer Architectural Shingled roof with Plywood sheathing replaced, Electrical box (2010), Eaton CHSP MAX house surge protector, additional sub panel box, outlets updates (The electrical contractor removed part of the walls in the lower level to upgrade the wiring and outlets), Central AC/Gas Heat (2011) with Carrier Infinity ICS -Ultra Efficient to include MS-RM18003 Multivoltage UV Air purifier (2022), Aprilaire 700 Series whole house humidifier, New Stove, New LED Lighting inside and out, Painted inside and out. We have an estimate for 21 upgraded High End windows for $14,049. The Cottage has the Original Hardwood Floors on the top 2 levels and original Exposed beams in the gathering room! Property has endless possibilities: the original garage could be restored on the right side (see the curb cut in at the street). Several Builders have expressed interest in the Lot but are a little below asking price. The Family would Love to see the Cottage Cherished, Personalized and updated by Owners who can appreciate this Timeless Treasure. Outstanding Location: Leisurely walk to Bon Air Park, the scenic W&OD Trail, shops, cafes and unique restaurants! East Falls Church and Ballston Metros are very close. Must See in Person! You will NOT be Disappointed!! ************OPEN House, Sat June 28th, 1-3pm and Sunday June 29th, 1-3pm****************
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 898 N Kentucky St
General
- Sold For: $1,000,000
- Taxes: $9,063 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAAR2059824
- Added to Site: 208 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Recreation Room, Storage Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Family Room: Family Room, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room, Main
- Sun Room: Yes
- Sun Room/Solarium: Sun/Florida Room, Main
- Laundry: Lower 1
- Storage: Storage Room, Lower 1
Additional Information
- Shared Pool: Yes
- Pool: Yes
Parking
- Parking Features: Public
- Parking Type: On Street
Location
- County: Arlington
- Development Name: Brockwood
- Subdivision: Brockwood
- Driving Directions: Use GPS- Located near Bon Air Park and W & O Bike Trail!
School Information
- School District: Arlington County Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod, Cottage
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Cottage
- Structure Type: Detached
- Architect: 1940 Cottage with
- Builder: Family are the Original Owners!
- Construction: Stone, Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Partial, Connecting Stairway, Drain, Heated, Full
- Foundation: Block, Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
- Windows: Bay/Bow
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,623
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,623 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1940
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Good
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Property View: Garden/Lawn, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,035
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Backs to Trees, Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Partly Wooded, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, Secluded, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded, Vegetation Planting
- Zoning: R-6
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Partly Wooded, Premium, Private, Rear Yard, Secluded, SideYard(s), Trees/Wooded, Vegetation Planting
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $474.48
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax: $9,063
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $877,300
- Tax Amount: $9,063
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1269
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 1
- Lot Number: 145
Listed by Samson Properties, Daniel Mleziva
Sold by Compass, Jessica S Richardson
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Schools
Schools serving 898 N Kentucky St
School District:Arlington County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Cardinal Elementary School 1644 North McKinley Road, Arlington, VA 22205 | PK-5 | 0.8 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 | 1.4 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 898 N Kentucky St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2025
Sold
$1,000,000
5.27%
MLS
6/24/2025
Listed
$949,900
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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.
898 N Kentucky Street, Arlington, VA 22205 (MLS# VAAR2059824) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,000,000 on July 09, 2025. Want to learn more about 898 N Kentucky 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.

