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Property Description
Move-in ready and beautifully maintained, this charming three-bedroom townhome offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Stylish LVP flooring runs throughout the entire home. The kitchen is equipped with new quartz countertops and backsplash, along with stainless steel appliances, making both everyday living and entertaining a breeze. Fresh paint, new flooring, and updated finishes throughout give the home a clean, refreshed feel. The spacious primary bedroom features a cozy and inviting layout, perfect for relaxing at the end of the day. The dining room opens to a functional outdoor space with a sliding glass door leading to a private, fenced backyard-ideal for entertaining or enjoying quiet evenings. This home is a commuter's dream, close to the VRE station with easy access to nearby shopping and amenities. Enjoy a family-friendly neighborhood with a strong sense of community, plenty of walking paths, and access to a community pool. Located in a desirable area with highly regarded schools, this home truly has it all. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity-schedule your visit today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5878 Kara Pl
General
- Price: $549,000
- HOA FEE: $77/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $5,882 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFX2296840
- Updated: 4/17/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Kitchen
- Interior Features: Wood Floors
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Disposal, Dryer, Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Energy Efficient Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Stove, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper 2 - Full Baths: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms-Up2: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Common Grounds
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Awning(s)
Parking
- Assigned Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Assigned
- Parking Type: On Street, Off Street
Location
- County: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: BURKE STATION SQUARE
- Cross Streets: Ridge Ford
- Driving Directions: Continue on VA-286 S/Fairfax County Pkwy. Drive to Kara Pl in Burke
School Information
- School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Kings Park
- Middle School: Lake Braddock Secondary School
- High School: Lake Braddock
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: BURKE STATION SQUARE
- Assoc. Fees Include: Management, Reserve Funds, Snow Removal, Trash
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Structure Type: Interior Row/Townhouse
- Model: Southern
- Construction: Brick, Combination
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Full, Front Entrance, Fully Finished, Windows, Interior Access, Heated, Improved, Full, Connecting Stairway
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Vaulted Ceilings
- Windows: Double Pane, Insulated, Screens
- Doors: Sliding Glass, Double Entry
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 1,276
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,276 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,276 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1972
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,760
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: 181
- Lot Description: Rear Yard, Backs to Trees
- Fencing (Description): Board
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $430.25
- Association Fee: $230
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $508,830
- Tax Amount: $5,882
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1276
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 3
- Lot Number: 111
Listed by Redfin Corporation, Ferid Azakov
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Schools
Schools serving 5878 Kara Pl
School District:Fairfax County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kings Park Elementary School 5400 Harrow Way, Springfield, VA 22151 | PK-3 | 1.3 mi |
Kings Glen Elementary School 5401 Danbury Forest Drive, Springfield, VA 22151 | 4-6 | 1.6 mi |
Lake Braddock Secondary 9200 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015 | 7-12 | 0.9 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 5878 Kara Pl
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/17/2026
Listed
$549,000
29.18%
MLS
2/28/2020
Sold
$425,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5878 Kara Pl
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,599
7%
$484,350
7%
2024
$5,236
—
$451,930
-2%
2023
$5,230
17%
$463,440
19%
2022
$4,453
2%
$389,380
4%
2021
$4,387
17%
$373,880
18%
2020
$3,748
—
$316,690
—
2019
$3,748
5%
$316,690
2%
2018
$3,566
3%
$310,090
31%
2017
$3,448
—
$236,000
-21%
2016
$3,441
7%
$297,010
3%
2015
$3,219
8%
$288,440
7%
2014
$2,989
18%
$268,410
17%
2013
$2,533
—
$228,990
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5878 Kara Place, Burke, VA 22015 (MLS# VAFX2296840) is a Townhouse property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 5878 Kara Place is currently listed for $549,000 and was received on April 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 5878 Kara Place? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Burke? You can browse all Burke real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

