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$959,888
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5817 DAWES AVENUE
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22311

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2,856
SqFt
$336
/SqFt
1960
Built
Subdivision:
SYLVAN HILLS
County:
FAIRFAX
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty LLC
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Quality and Beauty! This well-built, all-brick home has great curb appeal and is nestled on a spacious, park-like lot with wooded views. The backyard speaks peace and privacy, while the home speaks room to grow. Wonderfully maintained and move-in ready, the home features 4 spacious bedrooms upstairs plus a versatile 5th bedroom/den on the lower level, 2.5 bathrooms, and two fully finished levels designed for comfortable, flexible living. Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors, large windows that fill the home with natural light, and an inviting, functional layout. The upper level includes a separate living room with wood burning fireplace—ideal for gathering, relaxing, or playtime—alongside a primary suite with en suite bath and dual closets. Three additional bedrooms and a second full bath complete this level. On the lower entry level, enjoy a beautifully updated kitchen with new quartz countertops, bright white cabinetry, and modern appliances. The eat-in kitchen flows into a separate dining room and recreation room featuring a second fireplace (uses gas). Walk out to a huge private deck that’s perfect for entertaining or enjoying peaceful moments surrounded by nature. The lower level includes the flexible 5th bedroom or home office, guest suite, playroom, or gym. Other features include updated mechanical systems (electric box 2024), new carpet and flooring downstairs, New HVAC (2024) and many more updates. Outside you have an expansive fenced and terraced side yard, and an expanded driveway for additional cars. Enjoy direct access to scenic walking trails that connect to nearby parks and bike paths, with routes leading to Old Town Alexandria where foodies can enjoy fabulous dining on the waterfront or just enjoy the farmers market on King Street. Commuting is easy with I-395 just 1.5 miles away with quick access to key locations including Old Town Alexandria, Reagan National Airport, the Pentagon, Amazon HQ2, Fort Belvoir, and Tysons Corner and Washington, D.C. Fairfax County is known for their great Public School system, the home is also close to the Dowden Terrace Recreation Association, which offers its members pool access.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$959,888
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,856 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
3
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.3 Acres
Year Built 
1960
MLS® Number 
VAFX2259658
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$9,774
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Estimated
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
18 hours agoListing first seen on site
18 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.3
Foundation 
Other
Parking 
AsphaltDriveway
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
1456
SqFt Below 
1400
SqFt Total 
2896
Stories 
Two
Style 
Split Foyer
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
130
Interior Features
Appliances 
CooktopGas Water HeaterDryerWasherDishwasherDisposalRefrigeratorMicrowave
Cooling 
Central AirElectric
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
GasWood Burning
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
HardwoodVinyl
Heating 
Natural GasForced Air
Main Level Bedrooms 
1
Window Features 
Window CoveringsWindow Treatments
Bathroom 3 
Level - Main
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Brick
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Shingle
Windows/Doors 
Window CoveringsWindow Treatments
Community Features
School District 
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Schools
School District
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School
PARKLAWN
Middle School
GLASGOW
High School
JUSTICE
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty LLC



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