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Property Description
Location, Location, Location! Welcome to 12498 Sweet Leaf Terrace, a rare brick-front end-unit townhome featuring one of the most sought-after floorplans in the Fair Woods community. Meticulously maintained and freshly painted throughout, this beautifully updated three-level home offers exceptional natural light, spacious living areas, and a peaceful wooded setting rarely found in townhome living. The remodeled gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, a separate eat-in area, and peninsula bar seating that opens seamlessly to the dining space, creating the perfect flow for both everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, step onto the private rear deck overlooking the tranquil wooded backdrop, perfect for grilling, hosting guests, or relaxing on a beautiful summer evening. The spacious main level offers an inviting layout with generous living and dining spaces, plus a cozy family room featuring the first of TWO fireplaces, creating the perfect gathering space year-round. Upstairs features three generously sized bedrooms, including a beautifully remodeled primary suite with a luxurious spa-inspired bath, plus two additional bedrooms and an updated hall bath. The fully finished walk-out lower level offers a large recreation room with the second fireplace, a full bath, and an additional bonus room ideal for a home office, guest room, gym, playroom, or indoor storage space. The walk-out basement provides easy access to the private backyard and wooded setting, adding even more functional living space to enjoy. Enjoy the added privacy, extra windows, and outdoor space only an end unit can provide, all while backing to trees for a peaceful retreat. All of this just minutes to Fairfax County Parkway, Route 66, Fair Oaks Hospital, and endless shopping and dining. Located in the sought-after Oakton High School pyramid.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12498 Sweet Leaf Terrace
General
- Sold For: $765,000
- HOA FEE: $109/month
- Taxes: $7,450 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Townhouse
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFX2312888
- Added to Site: 102 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Foyer, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Other, Storage Room
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Table Space, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Floor Plan - Traditional
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Mantel(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Common Grounds, Jog/Walk Path, Other, Tennis Courts, Tot Lots/Playground
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Parking Type: None
Location
- County: FAIRFAX
- Subdivision: FAIR WOODS
- Driving Directions: 12498 Sweet Leaf Ter
School Information
- School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Lawn Maintenance, Reserve Funds, Snow Removal, Trash
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), 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: Colonial
- Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
- Construction: Combination, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Outside Entrance, Full, Fully Finished, Walkout Level
- Foundation: Slab
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Lower 2, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
- Square Feet: 1,672
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,672 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,672 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1986
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 2,722
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: 305
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees, Landscaping, No Thru Street, Trees/Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $448.56
- Association Fee: $109
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 2026
- County Tax: $7,234
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $695,000
- Tax Amount: $7,450
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1672
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Section: 2
- Lot Number: 54
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc., Areizo Anderson
Sold by KW Metro Center, Kelly Denton
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Schools
Schools serving 12498 Sweet Leaf Terrace
School District:Fairfax County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Navy Elementary School 3500 West Ox Road, Fairfax, VA 22033 | K-6 | 0.8 mi |
Franklin Middle School, Chantilly, VA 3300 Lees Corner Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 | 7-8 | 3.1 mi |
Oakton High School 2900 Sutton Road, Vienna, VA 22181 | 9-12 | 5.1 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 12498 Sweet Leaf Terrace
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/24/2026
Sold
$765,000
2%
MLS
5/16/2026
Listed
$750,000
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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.
12498 Sweet Leaf Terrace, Fairfax, VA 22033 (MLS# VAFX2312888) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $765,000 on July 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 12498 Sweet Leaf Terrace? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Fairfax? You can browse all Fairfax real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

