#VAAX2046364, Marietta K Jemison, Listing office: KW Metro Center
5158 Echols Ave Alexandria, VA 22311
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About 5158 Echols Ave
Charming Updated Home with Expansive Private Yard in a Prime Location! Welcome to this beautifully updated home nestled on an exceptionally large and private 1/3-acre wooded lot—an outdoor oasis just minutes from the heart of the city. There is plenty of land to expand this home and add additions to the existing home to make this your dream home in the city. The home is surrounded by lush gardens that also features a serene gazebo and outdoor bar, perfect for entertaining, along with a large shed or workshop offering endless possibilities. Inside, you’ll find a spacious and thoughtfully maintained layout with 3 large bedrooms and a versatile bonus room that can serve as a 4th bedroom, home office, or guest suite. The home boasts 2 full bathrooms and a large finished basement ideal for recreation, relaxing, or extended living space. Recent upgrades include newly reconditioned hardwood floors throughout, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a modernized kitchen with stainless steel appliances (fridge, dishwasher, and stove approx. 2022). The roof was replaced in 2015, insulation updated in 2017, and a new hot water heater was installed in December 2024. The air conditioning unit is on an annual service plan and is in excellent condition. Note, the Owner operates a Day Care business at the home and is retiring. If you are considering starting a home day care service, the home and the yard are city inspected and perfect for anyone wishing to start a day care business. The existing daycare clients love the location and are actively seeking a day care provider. This presents a unique opportunity to immediately expand your client base. Located just 3 minutes from I-395 and close to Seven Corners, Shirlington, Landmark, Crystal City, and Washington, DC, this home offers both tranquility and unbeatable convenience to shops, restaurants, and major commuter routes. Metro bus stop for the Pentagon across the street. Don’t miss this rare combination of indoor comfort and outdoor retreat in an unbeatable city location!
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Fireplace: Wood
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Driveway
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
- List Price: $839,000
- Price/SqFt: $355
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,642
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From I-95, Take Seminary Road WEST exit, Right on Echols Ave.
- Year Built: 1962
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 2,361 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.33 Acres
- MLS Number: VAAX2047172
- MLS Name: BRIGHT
- Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (866) 825-7169
- Office Email: va.broker@exprealty.net
- Listing Agent: Raymond Wilson
- Agent Phone: (703) 887-4258
- Agent Email: raymond.wilson@exprealty.com
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $673,361 | $7,642 |
2023 | $673,361 | $7,474 |
2022 | $656,954 | $7,292 |
2021 | $571,912 | $6,348 |
2020 | $538,978 | $6,090 |
2019 | $509,369 | $5,755 |
2018 | $509,369 | $5,755 |
2017 | $496,007 | $5,604 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•1701 N Beauregard St
5
John Adams Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.5 mi
•5651 Rayburn Ave
1
William Ramsay Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•5700 Sanger Ave
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 $67,647. Residents of Alexandria, VA typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 5158 Echols Ave
The listing price of 5158 Echols Ave property is $839,000.
The property 5158 Echols Ave is a house located in Alexandria, Virginia, 22311.
Coming Soon: 5158 Echols Ave is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.
The nearby schools for 5158 Echols Ave are: Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), John Adams Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), William Ramsay Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Francis C. Hammond Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Glasgow Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Kenmore Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wakefield High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Alexandria City High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Justice High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,642 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 5158 Echols Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 5158 Echols Ave is 2,361 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 5158 Echols Ave is 1962.
This home is located at 5158 Echols Ave in Alexandria, VA and zip code 22311 in the Alexandria West neighborhood. This 2,361 square foot home, which was built in 1962, sits on a 0.33 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $839,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Alexandria, VA between May and June 2025 increased by 101%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 40 days, the median list price was $699,900.