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Property Description
Nestled in the private neighborhood of Lake Jackson, this move-in ready, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, raised-ranch home offers a 1.03-acre wooded retreat while still being conveniently located to many local amenities! THERE IS NO HOA. As soon as you arrive, you will be treated to a number of high-end outdoor upgrades to include a beautiful new front porch, a private patio inside a fully fenced backyard, a paved driveway, an upgraded retaining wall and newer shed installed on a concrete pad. From the new front porch to the private back patio and everything in-between, you will love this move in ready home! Freshly painted throughout with all new carpet; all you need to do is bring your furniture. This great home offers three spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, a half bath, a sitting room, family room, separate dining room, 2 bonus rooms and a perfectly sized kitchen. Both the HVAC and hot water tank were replaced in 2023 and most of the appliances have been replace within the last 5 years. The surrounding area is a nature lover's paradise, with the picturesque Lake Jackson just moments away. Enjoy the recreational activities that the lake provides, such as fishing, relaxing on a pontoon boat, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking and more. There are multiple major commuting routes and it is only 15 minutes away from Old Town Manassas and the VRE. So close to numerous restaurants, shopping, multiple farmers markets, activities and so much more! The neighborhood is known for its friendly atmosphere; come experience the best of Lake Jackson living, where tranquility meets community.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8609 Short St
General
- Sold For: $580,000
- Taxes: $4,486 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
- MLS ID: VAPW2117980
- Added to Site: 162 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
- Lower Floor Baths: 1
- Lower - 1/2 Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- County: PRINCE WILLIAM
- Subdivision: BELL TRACT LAKE JACKSON
- Cross Streets: Rt 234 & Cobb
- Driving Directions: Turn on Cobb Road off of 234, South Prince William Pkwy, 3/4 of a mile to Right on Short, house almost immediately on right. GPS may try to take you a different way! STAY ON COBB
School Information
- School District: Prince William County Public Schools
- Elementary School: Marshall
- Middle School: Benton
- High School: Charles J. Colgan Senior
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: No Pet Restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Private Septic Tank
- Water: Private
- Utility Description: Cable TV Available, Electric Available, Phone Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Raised Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Stick Built
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Entrance: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Full, Fully Finished, Walkout Level, Rear Entrance
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Stories Description: Lower 1, Main
- Square Feet: 2,268
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,200 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,134 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 1,066 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2008
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.03
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 44,867
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: A1
- Lot Description: Backs to Trees
Water Features
- Water Front Type: Lake
- Water Front Name: Lake Jackson
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $528.22
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax: $4,037
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $487,300
- Tax Amount: $4,486
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Standard Sale
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Firewood
- Lot Number: 7A
Listed by Samson Properties, Sharon A Ambrose
Sold by KW Metro Center, Jennifer Manning
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Schools
Schools serving 8609 Short St
School District:Prince William County Public Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, Manassas, VA 12505 Kahns Road, Manassas, VA 20112 | K-5 | 2 mi |
Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School 13833 Dumfries Road, Manassas, VA 20112 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Louise A. Benton Middle School 7411 Hoadly Road, Manassas, VA 20112 | 6-8 | 2.9 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 8609 Short St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/08/2026
Sold
$580,000
-3.17%
MLS
8/26/2026
Price Reduced
$599,000
-1.64%
MLS
7/16/2026
Price Reduced
$609,000
-2.54%
MLS
6/04/2026
Price Reduced
$624,900
-3.86%
MLS
4/29/2026
Listed
$650,000
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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.
8609 Short Street, Manassas, VA 20112 (MLS# VAPW2117980) is a Single Family property that was sold at $580,000 on October 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 8609 Short Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Manassas? You can browse all Manassas real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

