1218 Kensington Road, McLean, VA 22101 - Photo 1

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$1,285,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,984 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Welcome to this beautifully maintained all-brick residence nestled on a picturesque street in one of McLean's most desirable neighborhoods. With nearly 3,000 square feet of finished living space, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home combines classic charm with modern updates in an unbeatable location served by top-rated schools. Step into the sun-filled living room featuring a stunning bay window, built-in bookshelves, fireplace and abundant natural light. The adjacent dining room offers peaceful views of the flat, private backyard-perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. At the heart of the home is a beautiful chef's kitchen, equipped with premium Viking appliances, a SubZero refrigerator, and direct access to the rear deck-ideal for morning coffee or evening grilling. Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms and two full baths, including an expanded primary suite with a spa-like bathroom featuring marble tile, a soaking tub, and heated floors. The fully finished lower level is bright and open, offering incredible flexibility. It includes new floors, a huge family room with a fireplace, a full bathroom, a separate guest room, a large laundry area, and walk-out access to the backyard. Recent updates include: 2025 New Floors in Basement, Interior Painted, Main and Upper Floors Refinished, 2016 Roof, Trex Deck, Full Bath in Basement, Kitchen Appliances, Driveaway, Bay Window in Living Room. Situated on a generous lot with mature trees and a flat lawn, this home offers tranquility and convenience just minutes from downtown McLean, Tysons, DC, and major commuter routes. Located in the sought-after Churchill Road ES / Cooper MS / Langley HS pyramid, it's the perfect blend of style, comfort, and location.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1218 Kensington Rd

General

Sold For: $1,285,000
Taxes: $13,679 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSMidAtlantic
MLS ID: VAFX2255336
Added to Site: 190 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 2

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: 4
Bedrooms Upper: 3
Bedrooms Lower: 1

Parking

Total Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Driveway

Location

County: Fairfax
Development Name: Kings Manor
Subdivision: Kings Manor
Driving Directions: VA-123 N/Dolley Madison Blvd toward Chain Br Rd/McLean 2.7 mi Turn left onto Kensington Rd Destination will be on the left

School Information

School District: Fairfax County Public Schools
Elementary School: Churchill Road
Middle School: Cooper
High School: Langley

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Septic
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Colonial
Architectural Style: Colonial
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Brick
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Daylight, Full
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Stories/Levels: 0
Stories Description: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
Square Feet: 2,984
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Living Area: 2,984 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1972
Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

Unit 1

Bathrooms-Lower: 1
Bedrooms-Lower: 1

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,000
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: 130

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $655.24
Assessment Year: 2025
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax: $13,024
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $1,160,220
Tax Amount: $13,679
Tax Year: 2025
Terms: Standard Sale
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1984

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Lot Number: 12

Listed by Compass, Lex Lianos and Compass, Goran Maric
Sold by Compass, Christina M Baldwin

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Schools

Schools serving 1218 Kensington Rd

School District:Fairfax County Public Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Churchill Road Elementary School 7100 Churchill Road, McLean, VA 22101	K-6	0.7 mi
Cooper Middle School 977 Balls Hill Road, McLean, VA 22101	7-8	1.1 mi
Langley High School 6520 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101	9-12	0.7 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 1218 Kensington Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/16/2025

Sold

$1,285,000

-1.15%

MLS

8/20/2025

Price Reduced

$1,300,000

-3.7%

MLS

7/10/2025

Listed

$1,350,000

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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.

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