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Property Description
Tucked away in a quiet, wooded, and hidden neighborhood, this charming one-level home offers the perfect blend of privacy, space, and convenience. Just minutes from major highways, shopping, dining, and downtown Fredericksburg, it's an ideal location with a peaceful, retreat-like feel. The heart of this home is the huge family room featuring a vaulted ceilings and skylights, as well as walls of windows and a gas fireplace that create a bright, open space filled with an abundance of natural light. The open layout creates a seamless flow between living spaces and offers versatile areas that adapt to your lifestyle. The spacious eat-in kitchen boasts elegant Silestone countertops, a high-end Jenn Air cooktop with a convenient grill feature, an oversized pantry for ample storage, and a breakfast bar perfect for casual dining or entertaining. Flowing effortlessly from both the kitchen and living room, the screened-in porch invites you to savor your morning coffee while being serenaded by the gentle whispers of nature all around. At the opposite end of the home, four spacious bedrooms offer a peaceful sanctuary for rest and relaxation. Each bedroom features generous closet space and ample windows that fill the rooms with natural light, creating bright and inviting personal retreats. With a two-car garage, a functional layout, and a sought-after single-level design, in a neighborhood with no HOA, this home is a rare find.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17 Seneca Terrace
General
- Sold For: $485,000
- Taxes: $3,374 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAFB2009146
- Added to Site: 127 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Skylight(s), Wet/Dry Bar, Entry Level Bedroom, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s)
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Washer, Built-In Microwave, Cooktop - Down Draft, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminated
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Floor
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Screened, Porch(es)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
- Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway, On Street
- Garage Description: Additional Storage Area, Garage - Side Entry
Location
- County: FREDERICKSBURG CITY
- Subdivision: ALTOONA
- Driving Directions: From 95 - take exit 130A towards State Rt 3E (Fredericksburg). Turn Right after McDonalds onto Altoona Drive. Past the firestation, turn right onto Seneca Terrace. Home will be on the right on a corner lot.
- Location Details: Corner Lot/Unit
- City Limits: Yes
School Information
- School District: Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump(s)
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Raised Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Walls/Ceilings: Dry Wall
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 2,707
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 2,707 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,707 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1975
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.42
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,386
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: R2
- Lot Description: Trees/Wooded, No Thru Street, Cul-de-sac, Corner
- Fencing (Description): Picket, Partially
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $201.33
- Assessment Year: 2025
- City/TownTax: $3,330
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $438,200
- Tax Amount: $3,374
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 2707
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: tv in kitchen
- Lot Number: 46
Listed by KW Metro Center, Anna Ghen
Sold by Samson Properties, Daniel Carpenter-Hughes
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Schools
Schools serving 17 Seneca Terrace
School District:Fredericksburg City Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hugh Mercer Elementary School 2100 Cowan Boulevard, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 | K-2 | 1.1 mi |
Lafayette Upper Elementary School 3 Learning Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 | 3-5 | 1.3 mi |
Walker-Grant Middle School One Learning Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
James Monroe High School 2300 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 | 9-12 | 1.9 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 17 Seneca Terrace
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/10/2026
Sold
$485,000
-11.01%
MLS
10/17/2025
Listed
$545,000
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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.
17 Seneca Terrace, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (MLS# VAFB2009146) is a Single Family property that was sold at $485,000 on February 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 17 Seneca Terrace? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fredericksburg? You can browse all Fredericksburg real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

