Backup offers
#VAAX2046816, Renee McMahan, Listing office: Compass
$1,399,000 List price
208 E Custis Ave Alexandria, VA 22301
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,058 sqft
0.1 acres
$680 / sqft
House
Property details
About 208 E Custis Ave
**Price Improvement! and Open Houses Saturday June 28 from 12pm-2pm and Sunday June 29 from 11am-1pm** This exquisite 4 bed/2.5 bath residence is located in the heart of Del Ray. A stunning historic spectacle built in 1925 and renovated in 2001 with 4 bedrooms upstairs, parking for 5 cars, quintessential front porch, a flat, landscaped backyard and unbeatable walkability. This beloved home features historic charm with original architecture paired with a seamless 2-story expansion adding the morning room, family room, mud room, powder room and primary suite upstairs. *Impressive interior features* include heated flooring in the kitchen, lawn irrigation system, detached garage, gleaming original hard wood floors, wrap around porch, large partially finished basement, sunken family room with charming built-ins and cozy fireplace. The functional layout is ideal for family living with 4 bedrooms upstairs including an oversized primary suite with walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom and 3 additional bedrooms and 1 hall full bathroom. *Impressive location features include* being situated less than 1 block from Mt Vernon Avenue with a vibrant mix of shops, restaurants, salons, parks, gyms and community events. Minutes to Harris Teeter, Target, Old Town, Pentagon City. Washington DC, Braddock Metro station and DCA airport Enjoy the Farmer's Market, Art on the Avenue, and many more fun events. Living this close to downtown Del Ray is truly a way of life!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump, Radiant
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
(ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT)
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Size2,058 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingAdditional Storage Area, Detached Garage,Driveway
MLS #VAAX2046304
Garage1 space
FireplaceGas/Propane, Fireplace - Glass Doors
Virtual tour
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Breakfast Area, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Dining/Living, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Pantry, Sprinkler System, Window Treatments, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Gas/Propane, Fireplace - Glass Doors
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Parking: Additional Storage Area, Detached Garage,Driveway
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Cottage
- Heating: Heat Pump, Radiant
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $1,399,000
- Price/SqFt: $679
- Annual Tax Amount: $12,259
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Use GPS, park in driveway
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,058 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.13 Acres
- MLS Number: VAAX2046304
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: RLAH @properties
- Office Phone: (703) 390-9460
- Listing Agent: Jean Thomae Ropp
- Agent Phone: (781) 635-5530
- Agent Email: jean@eliresidential.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,080,162 | $12,259 |
| 2023 | $1,080,162 | $11,989 |
| 2022 | $1,057,898 | $11,742 |
| 2021 | $1,007,298 | $11,181 |
| 2020 | $1,000,532 | $11,306 |
| 2019 | $962,924 | $10,553 |
| 2018 | $933,908 | $10,553 |
| 2017 | $888,127 | $10,035 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Mount Vernon Community School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.2 mi
•2601 Commonwealth Ave
4
Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•3600 Commonwealth Ave
5
George Mason Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•2601 Cameron Mills Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $90,747. Most Alexandria, VA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
7%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
19%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Music Concerts
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 208 E Custis Ave
The listing price of 208 E Custis Ave property is $1,399,000.
The property 208 E Custis Ave is a house located in Alexandria, Virginia, 22301.
Accepting Backup Offers: 208 E Custis Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 208 E Custis Ave are: Mount Vernon Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), George Mason Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), George Washington Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 IB School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Gunston Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Alexandria City High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ballou High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ballou Stay High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $12,259 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 208 E Custis Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 208 E Custis Ave is 2,058 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 208 E Custis Ave is 1925.
This home is located at 208 E Custis Ave in Alexandria, VA and zip code 22301 in the Potomac West neighborhood. This 2,058 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,399,000.
Between May and June 2025, Alexandria, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 101%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $699,900, while the average time on the real estate market was 40 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.